JVC RX-D411SB Instructions Manual

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AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
RX-D411S/RX-D412B
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.
LVT1572-001A
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  • Page 1 AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER RX-D411S/RX-D412B 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. LVT1572-001A...
  • Page 2 CAUTION Changes or modifi cations not approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. ATTENTION Des changements ou modifi...
  • Page 3 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, Features Hybrid Feedback Digital Amplifier RX-D411S/RX-D412B features the JVC-exclusive Hybrid Feedback Digital Amplifier.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Introducing the Surround modes ... 39 Introducing the DSP modes ... 41 Using the Surround/DSP modes ... 42 Activating the Surround/DSP modes ... 43 AV COMPU LINK remote control system ...45 Operating other JVC products ...47 Operating other manufacturers’ products ...49 Troubleshooting ...52 Specifications ...54...
  • Page 5: Parts Identification

    * For SIRIUS Satellite Radio only ** These buttons can be used for operating a DVD recorder (JVC products only) or DVD player, with the mode selector set to “DVR” or “DVD” (see page 48). If these buttons do not function normally, use the remote control supplied with your DVD recorder or DVD player.
  • Page 6 See pages in parentheses for details. Front Panel STANDBY/ON button and standby lamp (16, 20) 2 CC CONVERTER button (23) 3 SETTING button (30) 4 ADJUST button (35) 5 SURROUND button (44) 6 HDMI lamp (9, 21) 7 Source lamps DVR/DVD, VCR, DBS, TV/SIRIUS, USB, XM, FM/AM Display window 1 ANALOG indicator (21)
  • Page 7 See pages in parentheses for details. Rear Panel 1 Power cord (14) 2 HDMI terminals (9) VCR(DBS) IN, DVR/DVD IN, MONITOR OUT 3 AV COMPU LINK-III terminals (45) 4 DIGITAL IN terminals (14) • Coaxial: 1(DVR/DVD) • Optical: 2(DBS) • Optical: 3(VCR) 5 DIGITAL OUT terminal (14) 6 XM jack (7) 7 FM/AM ANTENNA terminals (7)
  • Page 8: Getting Started

    • Read the manuals supplied with the components you are going to connect. 7 Locations • Install the receiver in a location that is level and protected from moisture and dust. • The temperature around the receiver must be between –5 °C and 35 °C (23 °F and 95 °F).
  • Page 9: Connecting The Antennas

    7 Connecting the XM Passport System (XM Passport and XM Passport Home Dock)* To enjoy XM Satellite Radio, connect the XM Passport System (not supplied) to the receiver. * You can also use the conventional XM Connect and Play Digital Antenna (not supplied) for the receiver. AM loop antenna (supplied)
  • Page 10: Connecting The Speakers

    Connecting the speakers Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made. 7 Speaker Layout Diagram (SB*) CAUTIONS: • Use speakers with the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE indicated by the speaker terminals (6 Ω – 16 Ω). •...
  • Page 11: Connecting Video Components

    • HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface which makes it possible to transmit digital audio and video signals with one cable. However, when connecting a TV to this receiver with an HDMI cable, the sound coming into this receiver is not transmitted to the speakers of the TV.
  • Page 12 • You can enjoy digital sound if using a digital coaxial or optical cable. When shipped from the factory, the digital coaxial terminal— DIGITAL IN 1(DVR/DVD) on the rear of the receiver is set for a DVD recorder and DVD player. For details of digital audio connection, see page 14.
  • Page 13 – With digital method: 1. Connect your DVD recorder or DVD player and TV to this receiver with the HDMI cables. (See page 9.) 2. Select “HDMI” for the audio input setting. (See page 21.) Component video cable (not supplied)
  • Page 14 NOTES • To connect KT-SR2000 (JVC SIRIUS Satellite Radio) to this receiver, it is required to separately purchase KS-K6013 Home Docking Kit. • You cannot use a digital audio cable (coaxial or optical) to connect a SIRIUS Satellite Radio to this receiver.
  • Page 15 • You can enjoy digital sound if using a digital coaxial or optical cable. When shipped from the factory, the digital optical terminal—DIGITAL IN 2(DBS) on the rear of the receiver is set for a DBS tuner. For details of digital audio connection, see page 14.
  • Page 16: Connecting The Power Cord

    – When you unplug the power cord. – When a power failure occurs. • When you unplug the power cord with the receiver on and connect the power cord again, the receiver enters standby mode.
  • Page 17: Usb Connection

    Audio DAC]. NOTES • DO NOT turn off the receiver or disconnect the USB cable while installing the drivers and while your PC is recognizing the receiver. • Use a USB cable (version 1.1 or later). Recommended cord length is less than 1.5 m.
  • Page 18: Precise Surround Setup

    • Speaker size* • Speaker distance* • Speaker output level* • Crossover frequency* • Frequency response The receiver generates test tones from each speaker and picks them up with dedicated earphone-type microphones. The microphones feedback the test tones to the receiver.
  • Page 19 • See “Checking the frequency responses corrected by Precise Surround Setup” on page 18 about the frequency responses on the display. The receiver automatically returns to the normal operation mode after all the test tones have been output from the speakers.
  • Page 20 30). Precise Surround Setup measures the speaker size not only by the cone speaker size but also by the other speaker features. • There may be a case that the receiver fails to detect subwoofer and does not activate it (no optimized test tone comes out of the subwoofer).
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting For Precise Surround Setup

    • Before making speaker connections, turn the receiver off and unplug the power cord. • If you press the source selecting button for the current source on the remote control while an error message is displayed, the receiver cancels Precise Surround Setup and returns to the normal operation mode.
  • Page 22: Basic Operations

    • Turning a source component on before turning the receiver on may cause a noise or interrupt the sound and picture. In this case, turn both the source component and the receiver off, then turn the receiver on before turning the source component on.
  • Page 23: Adjust The Volume

    9 to 14. • In case of digital audio connection using the DIGITAL IN terminals on the rear of the receiver, you also need to select the correct digital input terminal (see page 34). • Once you have made an adjustment, it is memorized for each source.
  • Page 24: Selecting The Digital Decode Mode

    – When you change the audio input setting (see page 21). The following digital signal format indicators on the display indicate what type of signal comes into the receiver. See pages 39 to 41 for the details of each digital signal format.
  • Page 25: Turning Off The Power With The Sleep Timer

    • The Sleep Timer is also canceled when you turn off the receiver. Making sounds natural JVC’s CC (Compression Compensative) Converter eliminates jitter and ripples, achieving a drastic reduction in digital distortion by processing the digital music data in 24 bit- quantization and by expanding the sampling frequency to 176.4 kHz (for fs 44.1 kHz signals)/192 kHz (for fs 48 kHz...
  • Page 26: Fm/Am Tuner Operations

    FM/AM tuner operations FM/AM tuner operations are mainly done from the remote control. NOTE When you have selected “FM” or “AM” by using SOURCE SELECTOR on the front panel, the remote control may not work for tuner operations. To use the remote control for tuner operations, select “FM”...
  • Page 27: Selecting The Fm Reception Mode

    Press the numeric buttons (0 – 9, h10) to select a channel number while the channel number position is flashing. • For channel number 5, press 5. • For channel number 10, press h10, 1, then 0. • For channel number 25, press h10, 2, then 5. Press MEMORY again while the selected channel number is flashing on the display.
  • Page 28: Xm Satellite Radio Operations

    (not supplied)—XM Passport and XM Passport Home Dock – Subscription to XM Satellite Radio* To connect the XM Passport System with this receiver, see page 7. The following channels are available without subscription: – Channel 0: This channel is for checking the XM Satellite Radio ID code.
  • Page 29: Using Preset Tuning

    Press XM to select “XM” as the source. Press the DIRECT button. The receiver enters the Direct Access mode and the numeric buttons now work for entering channel numbers. The channel number position starts flashing on the display for about 5 seconds.
  • Page 30: Changing The Channel Information

    NO SIGNAL Signals are too weak. CHECK ANTENNA The XM Passport Home Dock antenna is not connected properly. LOADING This receiver is loading the channel information and audio data. OFF AIR Selected channel is not currently broadcasting any signal. UPDATING The latest encryption code is being updated.
  • Page 31: Basic Settings

    From pages 29 to 34, how to set speakers and other basic items of the receiver are explained. Basic setting items You can adjust the following items. See pages in parentheses for details.
  • Page 32: Operating Procedure

    Operating procedure 1, 7 3, 5 On the front panel ONLY: 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 Ex.: When setting the DIGITAL IN 1 terminal Press SETTING.
  • Page 33: Setting The Speaker Distance

    Surround/DSP modes. By referring to the speaker distance, the receiver automatically sets the delay time of the sound through each speaker so that sounds through all the speakers can reach you at the same time.
  • Page 34: Activating The Ex/Es/Pliix Setting-Ex/Es/Pliix

    You can select the playback sound (channel) you want while playing digital software recorded (or broadcasted) in Dual Mono mode (see page 41), which includes two monaural channels separately. When the receiver detects Dual Mono signals, the DUAL MONO indicator lights up on the display. D MONO MAIN Select to play back the main channel (Ch 1).*...
  • Page 35: Setting Bass Sound

    “SUBWOOFER OUT.” 7 Setting the crossover frequency—CROSSOVER Small speakers cannot reproduce the bass sounds efficiently. If you use a small speaker in any position, this receiver automatically reallocates the bass sound elements assigned to the small speaker to the large speakers.
  • Page 36: Setting The Digital Input (Digital In) Terminals-Digital In 1/2/3

    When you connect a VCR or DBS to the HDMI VCR(DBS) IN terminal or COMPONENT VIDEO jacks on the rear of the receiver, you need to select either “VCR” or “DBS” for each terminal according to the component you connect.
  • Page 37: Sound Adjustments

    Sound adjustments You can make sound adjustment to your preference after completing basic setting. Basic adjustment items You can adjust the following items. See pages in parentheses for details. • You cannot select the items which is not available with the current setting.
  • Page 38: Adjusting The Speaker Output Levels

    Adjusting the speaker output levels • SUBWFR LVL (subwoofer output level) • FRONT L LVL (left front speaker output level) • FRONT R LVL (right front speaker output level) • CENTER LVL (center speaker output level) • SURR L LVL (left surround speaker output level) •...
  • Page 39: Adjusting The Bass Sounds

    Adjusting the bass sounds • You cannot adjust these items directly from the remote control. 7 Reinforcing the bass—BASS BOOST You can boost the bass level—Bass Boost. • Once you have made an adjustment, it is memorized for each source. B BOOST ON Select to boost the bass level.
  • Page 40 7 Adjusting the center channel localization for Pro Logic IIx Music and Pro Logic II Music— CENTER WIDTH This setting is available when Pro Logic IIx Music or Pro Logic II Music is activated for the analog or digital 2-channel sound signal.
  • Page 41: Creating Realistic Sound Fields

    II makes no limitation for the cutoff frequency of the surround treble and enables stereo surround sound. • This receiver provides three types of Dolby Pro Logic II modes—Pro Logic II Movie (PLII MOVIE), Pro Logic II Music (PLII MUSIC), and Pro Logic II Game (PLII GAME).
  • Page 42 • If both “SURROUND SPK” and “CENTER SPK” are set to “NO” in the speaker setting (see page 30), JVC’s original 3D-PHONIC processing (which has been developed to create the surround effect through the front speakers only) is used.
  • Page 43: Introducing The Dsp Modes

    When using the DAP mode, the sounds come out of all the connected and activated speakers. • If “SURROUND SPK” is set to “NO” in the speaker setting (see page 30), JVC’s original 3D-PHONIC processing (which has been developed to create the surround effect through the front speakers only) is used.
  • Page 44: Using The Surround/Dsp Modes

    7 All Channel Stereo mode (ALL CH STEREO) This mode can reproduce a larger stereo sound field using all the connected (and activated) speakers. This mode cannot be used if “SURROUND SPK” is set to “NO” in the speaker setting (see page 30). Sound reproduced from Sound reproduced from normal stereo...
  • Page 45: Activating The Surround/Dsp Modes

    7 About the DSP modes • The following DSP modes are available regardless of incoming signal type: HALL1, HALL2, LIVE CLUB, DANCE CLUB, PAVILION, THEATER1, THEATER2 • If multi-channel (more than 2 channels) digital signals are coming in, “MONO FILM” is not available. •...
  • Page 46 7 Selecting the Surround/DSP modes From the remote control: Select and play any source. • Surround/DSP modes are not available when multi- channel PCM (see page 41) signals recorded in DVD- Audio are coming in. See page 11 for details. •...
  • Page 47: Av Compu Link Remote Control System

    VCR) through this receiver. This receiver is equipped with the AV COMPU LINK-III, which has added a function to operate JVC’s video components through the component video jacks. To use this remote control system, you need to connect the video components you want to operate, following the diagrams below and the procedures on page 46.
  • Page 48 • When “VIDEO OUTPUT” is set to “HDMI” (see page 34), the AV COMPU LINK remote control system is restricted to turning the video component on and off. • If you turn off the receiver while recording on the VCR, the VCR will not turn off, but continue recording.
  • Page 49: Operating Other Jvc Products

    JVC products. • Refer also to the manuals supplied with the other products. – Some JVC VCRs can accept two types of the control signals—remote codes “A” and “B.” This remote control can operate a VCR whose remote control code is set to “A.”...
  • Page 50 To change the remote control code for DVD recorder Some JVC DVD recorders can accept four types of control signals. You can assign one of the four codes to the remote control supplied for this receiver to operate your DVD recorder.
  • Page 51: Operating Other Manufacturers' Products

    Operating other manufacturers’ products By changing the transmittable signals, you can use the supplied remote control to operate other manufacturers’ products. • Refer also to the manuals supplied with the other products. • To operate those components with the remote control, first you need to set the manufacturer codes each for the TV, VCR, CATV converter, DBS tuner, and DVD player.
  • Page 52 To change the transmittable signals for operating a VCR Press and hold VCR • Keep the button pressed until step Press VCR. Enter the manufacturer code using the numeric buttons (1 – 9, 0). See “Manufacturer codes for VCR” on the right. Release VCR Now, you can perform the following operation on the VCR: Turn on or off the VCR.
  • Page 53 Zenith Initial setting: 01 NOTE You cannot use this remote control to operate any manufacturers’ DVD recorders other than JVC’s. Manufacturer codes are subject to change without notice. If they are changed, this remote control cannot operate the equipment. is finished.
  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    No picture on the TV screen. HDMI signals do not come on. Use this chart to help you solve daily operational problems. If there are any problems you cannot solve, contact your JVC service center. For Precise Surround Setup and XM Satellite Radio operations, see the separated troubleshooting on pages 19 and 28.
  • Page 55 The remote control does not There is an obstruction blocking the work. remote sensor on the receiver. Batteries are weak. The mode selector is set to the incorrect position. Continuous hiss or buzzing Incoming signal is too weak.
  • Page 56: Specifications

    Specifications 7 Amplifier Output Power At stereo operation: Front channels: 110 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 6 Ω at 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion. At surround operation: Front channels: 110 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 6 Ω at 1 kHz with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion.
  • Page 57 7 HDMI HDMI Input (Ver. 1.1): VCR(DBS), DVR/DVD HDMI Output (Ver. 1.0): MONITOR OUT 7 FM tuner (IHF) Tuning Range: 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz Usable Sensitivity: Monaural: 12.8 dBf (1.2 μV/75 Ω) 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: Monaural: 16.0 dBf (1.7 μV/75 Ω) Stereo: 37.5 dBf (20.5 μV/75 Ω) Stereo Separation at OUT (REC):...
  • Page 60 © 2006 Victor Company of Japan, Limited 0506RYMMDWJEIN...
  • Page 61 AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER RECEPTURE DE COMMANDE AUDIO/VIDEO RX-D412B INSTRUCTIONS MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS LVT1572-002A...
  • Page 62 CAUTION Changes or modifi cations not approved by JVC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. ATTENTION Des changements ou modifi...
  • Page 63 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, Features Hybrid Feedback Digital Amplifier RX-D412B features the JVC-exclusive Hybrid Feedback Digital Amplifier.
  • Page 64 Introducing the Surround modes ... 39 Introducing the DSP modes ... 41 Using the Surround/DSP modes ... 42 Activating the Surround/DSP modes ... 43 AV COMPU LINK remote control system ...45 Operating other JVC products ...47 Operating other manufacturers’ products ...49 Troubleshooting ...52 Specifications ...54...
  • Page 65: Parts Identification

    * For SIRIUS Satellite Radio only ** These buttons can be used for operating a DVD recorder (JVC products only) or DVD player, with the mode selector set to “DVR” or “DVD” (see page 48). If these buttons do not function normally, use the remote control supplied with your DVD recorder or DVD player.
  • Page 66 See pages in parentheses for details. Front Panel STANDBY/ON button and standby lamp (16, 20) 2 CC CONVERTER button (23) 3 SETTING button (30) 4 ADJUST button (35) 5 SURROUND button (44) 6 HDMI lamp (9, 21) 7 Source lamps DVR/DVD, VCR, DBS, TV/SIRIUS, USB, XM, FM/AM Display window 1 ANALOG indicator (21)
  • Page 67 See pages in parentheses for details. Rear Panel 1 Power cord (14) 2 HDMI terminals (9) VCR(DBS) IN, DVR/DVD IN, MONITOR OUT 3 AV COMPU LINK-III terminals (45) 4 DIGITAL IN terminals (14) • Coaxial: 1(DVR/DVD) • Optical: 2(DBS) • Optical: 3(VCR) 5 DIGITAL OUT terminal (14) 6 XM jack (7) 7 FM/AM ANTENNA terminals (7)
  • Page 68: Getting Started

    • Read the manuals supplied with the components you are going to connect. 7 Locations • Install the receiver in a location that is level and protected from moisture and dust. • The temperature around the receiver must be between –5°C and 35°C.
  • Page 69: Connecting The Antennas

    Connecting the antennas Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made. 7 Connecting FM and AM antennas If FM reception is poor, connect an outdoor FM antenna (not supplied). Black White FM antenna (supplied) AM antenna connection Connect the AM loop antenna (supplied) to the AM LOOP terminals: Connect the white cord to the AM EXT terminal, and...
  • Page 70: Connecting The Speakers

    Connecting the speakers Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made. 7 Speaker Layout Diagram (SB*) CAUTIONS: • Use speakers with the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE indicated by the speaker terminals (6 Ω – 16 Ω). •...
  • Page 71: Connecting Video Components

    • HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an interface which makes it possible to transmit digital audio and video signals with one cable. However, when connecting a TV to this receiver with an HDMI cable, the sound coming into this receiver is not transmitted to the speakers of the TV.
  • Page 72 • You can enjoy digital sound if using a digital coaxial or optical cable. When shipped from the factory, the digital coaxial terminal— DIGITAL IN 1(DVR/DVD) on the rear of the receiver is set for a DVD recorder and DVD player. For details of digital audio connection, see page 14.
  • Page 73 – With digital method: 1. Connect your DVD recorder or DVD player and TV to this receiver with the HDMI cables. (See page 9.) 2. Select “HDMI” for the audio input setting. (See page 21.) Component video cable (not supplied)
  • Page 74 NOTES • To connect KT-SR2000 (JVC SIRIUS Satellite Radio) to this receiver, it is required to separately purchase KS-K6013 Home Docking Kit. • You cannot use a digital audio cable (coaxial or optical) to connect a SIRIUS Satellite Radio to this receiver.
  • Page 75 • You can enjoy digital sound if using a digital coaxial or optical cable. When shipped from the factory, the digital optical terminal—DIGITAL IN 2(DBS) on the rear of the receiver is set for a DBS tuner. For details of digital audio connection, see page 14.
  • Page 76: Connecting The Power Cord

    – When you unplug the power cord. – When a power failure occurs. • When you unplug the power cord with the receiver on and connect the power cord again, the receiver enters standby mode.
  • Page 77: Usb Connection

    Audio DAC]. NOTES • DO NOT turn off the receiver or disconnect the USB cable while installing the drivers and while your PC is recognizing the receiver. • Use a USB cable (version 1.1 or later). Recommended cord length is less than 1.5 m.
  • Page 78: Precise Surround Setup

    • Speaker size* • Speaker distance* • Speaker output level* • Crossover frequency* • Frequency response The receiver generates test tones from each speaker and picks them up with dedicated earphone-type microphones. The microphones feedback the test tones to the receiver.
  • Page 79 Precise Surround Setup” on page 18 about the frequency responses on the display. ‘ The receiver automatically returns to the normal operation mode after all the test tones have been output from the speakers. Continued on the next page...
  • Page 80 30). Precise Surround Setup measures the speaker size not only by the cone speaker size but also by the other speaker features. • There may be a case that the receiver fails to detect subwoofer and does not activate it (no optimized test tone comes out of the subwoofer).
  • Page 81: Troubleshooting For Precise Surround Setup

    • Before making speaker connections, turn the receiver off and unplug the power cord. • If you press the source selecting button for the current source on the remote control while an error message is displayed, the receiver cancels Precise Surround Setup and returns to the normal operation mode.
  • Page 82: Basic Operations

    • Turning a source component on before turning the receiver on may cause a noise or interrupt the sound and picture. In this case, turn both the source component and the receiver off, then turn the receiver on before turning the source component on.
  • Page 83: Adjust The Volume

    9 to 14. • In case of digital audio connection using the DIGITAL IN terminals on the rear of the receiver, you also need to select the correct digital input terminal (see page 34). • Once you have made an adjustment, it is memorized for each source.
  • Page 84: Selecting The Digital Decode Mode

    – When you change the audio input setting (see page 21). The following digital signal format indicators on the display indicate what type of signal comes into the receiver. See pages 39 to 41 for the details of each digital signal format.
  • Page 85: Turning Off The Power With The Sleep Timer

    • The Sleep Timer is also canceled when you turn off the receiver. Making sounds natural JVC’s CC (Compression Compensative) Converter eliminates jitter and ripples, achieving a drastic reduction in digital distortion by processing the digital music data in 24 bit- quantization and by expanding the sampling frequency to 176.4 kHz (for fs 44.1 kHz signals)/192 kHz (for fs 48 kHz...
  • Page 86: Fm/Am Tuner Operations

    FM/AM tuner operations FM/AM tuner operations are mainly done from the remote control. NOTE When you have selected “FM” or “AM” by using SOURCE SELECTOR on the front panel, the remote control may not work for tuner operations. To use the remote control for tuner operations, select “FM”...
  • Page 87: Selecting The Fm Reception Mode

    Press the numeric buttons (0 – 9, h10) to select a channel number while the channel number position is flashing. • For channel number 5, press 5. • For channel number 10, press h10, 1, then 0. • For channel number 25, press h10, 2, then 5. Press MEMORY again while the selected channel number is flashing on the display.
  • Page 88: Xm Satellite Radio Operations

    XM Satellite Radio operations This is an XM Ready® receiver. • Before operating, refer also to the manual of your XM Connect and Play Digital Antenna (not supplied). NOTE When you have selected “XM” by using SOURCE SELECTOR on the front panel, the remote control may not work for XM Satellite Radio operations.
  • Page 89: Using Preset Tuning

    Press XM to select “XM” as the source. Press the DIRECT button. The receiver enters the Direct Access mode and the numeric buttons now work for entering channel numbers. The channel number position starts flashing on the display for about 5 seconds.
  • Page 90: Changing The Channel Information

    NO SIGNAL Signals are too weak. CHECK ANTENNA The XM Connect and Play Digital Antenna is not connected properly. LOADING This receiver is loading the channel information and audio data. OFF AIR Selected channel is not currently broadcasting any signal. UPDATING The latest encryption code is being updated.
  • Page 91: Basic Settings

    From pages 29 to 34, how to set speakers and other basic items of the receiver are explained. Basic setting items You can adjust the following items. See pages in parentheses for details.
  • Page 92: Operating Procedure

    Operating procedure 1, 7 3, 5 On the front panel ONLY: 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 Ex.: When setting the DIGITAL IN 1 terminal Press SETTING.
  • Page 93 Surround/DSP modes. By referring to the speaker distance, the receiver automatically sets the delay time of the sound through each speaker so that sounds through all the speakers can reach you at the same time.
  • Page 94: Activating The Ex/Es/Pliix Setting-Ex/Es/Pliix

    You can select the playback sound (channel) you want while playing digital software recorded (or broadcasted) in Dual Mono mode (see page 41), which includes two monaural channels separately. When the receiver detects Dual Mono signals, the DUAL MONO indicator lights up on the display. D MONO MAIN Select to play back the main channel (Ch 1).*...
  • Page 95: Setting Bass Sound

    “SUBWOOFER OUT.” 7 Setting the crossover frequency—CROSSOVER Small speakers cannot reproduce the bass sounds efficiently. If you use a small speaker in any position, this receiver automatically reallocates the bass sound elements assigned to the small speaker to the large speakers.
  • Page 96: Setting The Digital Input (Digital In) Terminals-Digital In 1/2/3

    When you connect a VCR or DBS to the HDMI VCR(DBS) IN terminal or COMPONENT VIDEO jacks on the rear of the receiver, you need to select either “VCR” or “DBS” for each terminal according to the component you connect.
  • Page 97: Sound Adjustments

    Sound adjustments You can make sound adjustment to your preference after completing basic setting. Basic adjustment items You can adjust the following items. See pages in parentheses for details. • You cannot select the items which is not available with the current setting.
  • Page 98: Adjusting The Speaker Output Levels

    Adjusting the speaker output levels • SUBWFR LVL (subwoofer output level) • FRONT L LVL (left front speaker output level) • FRONT R LVL (right front speaker output level) • CENTER LVL (center speaker output level) • SURR L LVL (left surround speaker output level) •...
  • Page 99: Reinforcing The Bass-Bass Boost

    Reinforcing the bass—BASS BOOST You can boost the bass level—Bass Boost. • Once you have made an adjustment, it is memorized for each source. • You cannot adjust directly from the remote control. B BOOST ON Select to boost the bass level. The B.BOOST indicator lights up on the display.
  • Page 100 7 Adjusting the center channel localization for Pro Logic IIx Music and Pro Logic II Music— CENTER WIDTH This setting is available when Pro Logic IIx Music or Pro Logic II Music is activated for the analog or digital 2-channel sound signal.
  • Page 101: Creating Realistic Sound Fields

    II makes no limitation for the cutoff frequency of the surround treble and enables stereo surround sound. • This receiver provides three types of Dolby Pro Logic II modes—Pro Logic II Movie (PLII MOVIE), Pro Logic II Music (PLII MUSIC), and Pro Logic II Game (PLII GAME).
  • Page 102 • If both “SURROUND SPK” and “CENTER SPK” are set to “NO” in the speaker setting (see page 30), JVC’s original 3D-PHONIC processing (which has been developed to create the surround effect through the front speakers only) is used.
  • Page 103: Introducing The Dsp Modes

    When using the DAP mode, the sounds come out of all the connected and activated speakers. • If “SURROUND SPK” is set to “NO” in the speaker setting (see page 30), JVC’s original 3D-PHONIC processing (which has been developed to create the surround effect through the front speakers only) is used.
  • Page 104: Using The Surround/Dsp Modes

    7 All Channel Stereo mode (ALL CH STEREO) This mode can reproduce a larger stereo sound field using all the connected (and activated) speakers. This mode cannot be used if “SURROUND SPK” is set to “NO” in the speaker setting (see page 30). Sound reproduced from Sound reproduced from normal stereo...
  • Page 105: Activating The Surround/Dsp Modes

    7 About the DSP modes • The following DSP modes are available regardless of incoming signal type: HALL1, HALL2, LIVE CLUB, DANCE CLUB, PAVILION, THEATER1, THEATER2 • If multi-channel (more than 2 channels) digital signals are coming in, “MONO FILM” is not available. •...
  • Page 106 7 Selecting the Surround/DSP modes From the remote control: Select and play any source. • Surround/DSP modes are not available when multi- channel PCM (see page 41) signals recorded in DVD- Audio are coming in. See page 11 for details. •...
  • Page 107: Av Compu Link Remote Control System

    VCR) through this receiver. This receiver is equipped with the AV COMPU LINK-III, which has added a function to operate JVC’s video components through the component video jacks. To use this remote control system, you need to connect the video components you want to operate, following the diagrams below and the procedures on page 46.
  • Page 108: Video Cables

    • When “VIDEO OUTPUT” is set to “HDMI” (see page 34), the AV COMPU LINK remote control system is restricted to turning the video component on and off. • If you turn off the receiver while recording on the VCR, the VCR will not turn off, but continue recording.
  • Page 109: Operating Other Jvc Products

    JVC products. • Refer also to the manuals supplied with the other products. – Some JVC VCRs can accept two types of the control signals—remote codes “A” and “B.” This remote control can operate a VCR whose remote control code is set to “A.”...
  • Page 110 To change the remote control code for DVD recorder Some JVC DVD recorders can accept four types of control signals. You can assign one of the four codes to the remote control supplied for this receiver to operate your DVD recorder.
  • Page 111: Operating Other Manufacturers' Products

    Operating other manufacturers’ products By changing the transmittable signals, you can use the supplied remote control to operate other manufacturers’ products. • Refer also to the manuals supplied with the other products. • To operate those components with the remote control, first you need to set the manufacturer codes each for the TV, VCR, CATV converter, DBS tuner, and DVD player.
  • Page 112 To change the transmittable signals for operating a VCR Press and hold VCR • Keep the button pressed until step Press VCR. Enter the manufacturer code using the numeric buttons (1 – 9, 0). See “Manufacturer codes for VCR” on the right. Release VCR Now, you can perform the following operation on the VCR: Turn on or off the VCR.
  • Page 113 Zenith Initial setting: 01 NOTE You cannot use this remote control to operate any manufacturers’ DVD recorders other than JVC’s. Manufacturer codes are subject to change without notice. If they are changed, this remote control cannot operate the equipment. is finished.
  • Page 114: Troubleshooting

    No picture on the TV screen. HDMI signals do not come on. Use this chart to help you solve daily operational problems. If there are any problems you cannot solve, contact your JVC service center. For Precise Surround Setup and XM Satellite Radio operations, see the separated troubleshooting on pages 19 and 28.
  • Page 115 The remote control does not There is an obstruction blocking the work. remote sensor on the receiver. Batteries are weak. The mode selector is set to the incorrect position. Continuous hiss or buzzing Incoming signal is too weak.
  • Page 116: Specifications

    Specifications Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. 7 Amplifier Output Power At stereo operation: Front channels: 110 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 6 Ω at 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion.
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