AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

RX-558VBK

CD TV

POWER

VCR AUDIO

TAPE/MD DELAY

1

FM/AM EFFECT

4

VCR

DVD

7/P

SOUND

CONTROL

DVD MULTI CD-DISC

PHONO TV/VIDEO

TEST

2

5

SURROUND

3

– CENTER +

5 6

8

– REAR•L +

5

9

MENU

– REAR•R +

10 +10

–

TV VOL.

+

ENT

–

TV CH

+

ONE TOUCH

OPERATION

MUTING

SLEEP

+

VOLUME

–

£

+

VCR CH

–

8

4

1 1

4

7

RM-SR558U REMOTE CONTROL

STANDBY

POWER

RX-558V AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

PHONES

SPEAKERS

1 2

_

ON

—

OFF

DVD MULTI

CD

DVD

PHONO

VCR

TAPE/MD

SOURCE NAME

FM

AM

SURROUND

ONE TOUCH OPERATION

INPUT ATT.

BASS BOOST ADJUST

SETTING

MEMORY

–

MASTER VOLUME

+

RX-558V[J]COVER/1 1

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.

LVT0141-001A

[J]

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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.

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.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE

OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Wall or obstructions

Caution: Proper Ventilation

To avoide risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage.

Locate the apparatus as follows:

Front: No obstructions open spacing.

Sides:

Top:

Back:

Bottom:

No obstructions in 10 cm from the sides.

No obstructions in 10 cm from the top.

No obstructions in 15 cm from the back

No obstructions, place on the level surface.

In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation as illustrated.

Spacing 15 cm or more

RX-558VBK

Front

Stand height 15 cm or more

Floor

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Table of Contents

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

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

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

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

Setting the Voltage Selector Switch ........................................... 3

Connecting the FM and AM Antennas ....................................... 3

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Storing the Basic Settings and Adjustments — One Touch

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

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

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

Setting the AM Tuner Internal spacing .................................... 13

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

Using Preset Tuning ................................................................. 13

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

Using the DSP Modes ................................ 15

Available DSP Modes According to the Speaker Arrangement .. 16

Adjusting the 3D-PHONIC Modes .......................................... 17

Adjusting the DAP Modes ....................................................... 17

Adjusting the Surround Modes — Dolby Surround and JVC

Theater Surround ............................................................... 18

Activating the DSP Modes ....................................................... 19

Using the DVD MULTI Playback Mode .......... 20

Activating the DVD MULTI Playback Mode .......................... 20

COMPU LINK Remote Control System ......... 21

Operating JVC’s Audio/Video Components ... 22

Troubleshooting ......................................... 24

Specifications ............................................ 25

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Parts Identification

Become familiar with the buttons and controls on the receiver before use.

Refer to the pages in parentheses for details.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER p

–

MASTER VOLUME

+

STANDBY

/I

STANDBY/ON

BASS BOOST ADJUST

SETTING

MEMORY

PHONES 1

SPEAKERS

2

_

ON

—

OFF

DVD MULTI

CD

DVD

PHONO

VCR

TAPE/MD

SOURCE NAME

FM

AM

SURROUND

ONE TOUCH OPERATION

INPUT ATT.

ENHANCED COMPULINK CONTROL SYSTEM

3

4

5

6

7

1

2 y t

CD TV

VCR AUDIO

TAPE/MD DELAY

1

FM/AM

EFFECT

4

VCR

DVD

7/P

SOUND

CONTROL

TEST

2

5

SURROUND

3

– CENTER +

5 6

DVD MULTI

CD-DISC

PHONO TV/VIDEO

8 9

– REAR•R +

MENU

10 +10

ENT

TV VOL.

– +

–

TV CH

ONE TOUCH

OPERATION

MUTING

SLEEP

+

VOLUME

–

£

+

VCR CH

–

8

4

1

7

1

4

RM-SR558XU REMOTE CONTROL

r e w q

9 p q w e r

8

Front Panel

1 STANDBY/ON button and STANDBY lamp (8)

2 Display (8)

3 SURROUND button (16)

4 ONE TOUCH OPERATION button and lamp

(12)

5 Remote sensor (7)

6 BASS BOOST lamp (10)

7 SETTING button (11)*

8 ADJUST button (10)*

9 MEMORY button (13) p MASTER VOLUME control (9) q Cursor control buttons w INPUT ATT. button and lamp (10) e SOURCE NAME button (11) r Source selecting buttons (8)

DVD MULTI, DVD, VCR, FM*,AM*,

TAPE/MD, PHONO, CD t SPEAKERS 1/2 buttons (9) y PHONES jack (9)

Remote Control

1

buttons (8, 23)

TV, VCR, AUDIO

2 Source selecting buttons (8)

CD, TAPE/MD, FM/AM, VCR, DVD,

DVD MULTI, PHONO

3 ONE TOUCH OPERATION button (12)

4 VOLUME +/– buttons (9)

5 MUTING button (9)

6 SLEEP button (12)

7 • Operating buttons for audio/video components

(22)

8 • 10 keys for selecting preset channel (14, 22)

• 10 keys for adjusting sound (12, 17, 22)

• 10 keys for operating other components (22)

9 SOUND CONTROL button (12, 17, 22) p TV VOL –/+ buttons (23) q CD-DISC button (22) w TV CH –/+ buttons (23) e TV/VIDEO button (23) r VCR CH +/– buttons (23)

IMPORTANT:

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

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

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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˚ and

35˚ C (23˚ and 95˚ F).

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

Handling the receiver

• Do not insert any metal object into the receiver.

• Do not disassemble the receiver or remove screws, covers, or cabinet.

• Do not expose the receiver to rain or moisture.

Connecting the FM and AM Antennas

FM Antenna Connections

A

AM

LOOP

ANTENNA

AM

EXT

B

AM

LOOP

ANTENNA

AM

EXT

FM Antenna

ANTENNA

FM 75

COAXIAL

Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.

AM

LOOP

Outside FM Antenna Cable

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)

• FM Antenna (1)

• AC Plug Adaptor (1)

If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.

AM

EXT

A. Using the Supplied FM Antenna

The FM antenna provided can be connected to the FM 75

Ω

COAXIAL terminal as temporary measure.

B. Using the Standard Type Connector (Not Supplied)

A standard type connector should be connected to the FM 75

Ω

COAXIAL terminal.

Note:

If reception is poor, connect the outside antenna.

Before attaching a 75

Ω coaxial cable (the kind with a round wire going to an outside antenna), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.

Setting the Voltage Selector Switch

Before connections, always set the voltage selector switch first if necessary.

Set the correct voltage for your area with the voltage selector switch on the rear panel.

Use a screw driver to rotate the switch so the number the arrow is pointing at is the same as the voltage where you are plugging in the receiver.

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

110V

127V

220V

230

-240V

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AM Antenna Connections

ANTENNA

FM 75

COAXIAL

Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the

AM loop.

Basic connecting procedure

1 2

3

1

AM

LOOP

AM

EXT

AM Loop Antenna

2

3

1 Cut, twist and remove the insulation at the end of each speaker signal cable.

2 Open the terminal and then insert the speaker signal cable.

3 Close the terminal.

Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire

Connecting the front speakers

You can connect two pairs of front speakers (one pair to the FRONT

SPEAKERS 1 terminals, and another pair to the FRONT

SPEAKERS 2 terminals).

Right speaker FRONT SPEAKERS

1

Left speaker

Turn the loop until you have the best reception.

Note:

• 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

2

FRONT SPEAKERS

RIGHT LEFT

1

2

Connecting the Speakers

You can connect the following speakers:

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

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

• One center speaker to produce more effective surround effect (to emphasize human voices).

• One subwoofer to enhance the bass.

IMPORTANT:

After connecting the speakers listed above, set the speaker setting information properly to obtain the best possible DSP (Digital Signal Processor ) effect. For details, see page 11.

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

CAUTION:

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

Right speaker FRONT SPEAKERS

2

Left speaker

Connecting the rear and center speakers

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

Center speaker

Left rear speaker

Right rear speaker

CENTER

SPEAKER

RIGHT LEFT

REAR

SPEAKERS

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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.

Powered subwoofer

SUBWOOFER

OUT

Connecting Audio/Video Components

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

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.

Audio component connections

CAUTION:

If you connect a sound-enhancing device such as a graphic equalizer between the source components and this receiver, the sound output through this receiver may be distorted.

Turntable

Turntable

ANTENNA

FM 75

COAXIAL

If an earth cable is provided for your turntable, connect the cable to the ground terminal (

H

) of the

ANTENNA terminals on the rear panel.

AM

LOOP

To audio output

AM

EXT

L

PHONO

CD

AUDIO

TAPE/MD

R

OUT

(REC)

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

CD player

To audio output

L

PHONO CD

AUDIO

TAPE/MD

R

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

Cassette deck or MD recorder

Cassette deck

To audio input

To audio output

L

PHONO

CD

AUDIO

TAPE/MD

R

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

To audio input

MD recorder

Note:

You can connect either a cassette deck or an MD recorder to the

TAPE/MD jacks. When connecting an MD recorder to the TAPE/MD jacks, change the source name, which will be shown on the display when selected as the source, to “MD.” See page 11 for details.

If your audio components have a COMPU LINK-3 terminal

See also page 21 for detailed information about the connection and the COMPU LINK-3 remote control system.

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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.

TV (as the monitor)

TV (or Monitor)

VIDEO

DVD

MONITOR

OUT

OUT

(REC)

VCR

IN

(PLAY)

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

LEFT

To video input

AUDIO

RIGHT

DVD player

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

Å

DVD player

DVD

ı

L

DVD

FRONT CENTER REAR

LEFT

R

RIGHT

SUBWOOFER

DVD

VIDEO

OUT

(REC)

VCR

IN

(PLAY)

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

LEFT

MONITOR

OUT

RIGHT

VCR

To audio/video input

DVD

VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

Å

To front left/right channel audio output (or to audio mixed output if necessary) ı

To video output

OUT

(REC)

VCR

IN

(PLAY)

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

LEFT

AUDIO

RIGHT

VHS

VCR

To audio/video output

• When you connect the DVD player with its analog discrete output

(5.1 CH reproduction) jacks:

DVD player

Å ı

DVD

Ç Î ‰

L

R

DVD

FRONT CENTER REAR

LEFT

RIGHT

SUBWOOFER

DVD

VIDEO

OUT

(REC)

VCR

IN

(PLAY)

OUT

(REC)

IN

(PLAY)

LEFT

MONITOR

OUT

RIGHT

Å

To front left/right channel audio output ı

To center channel audio output

Ç

To subwoofer audio output

Î

To video output

‰

To rear left/right channel audio output

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Connecting the Power Cord

Before plugging the receiver into an AC outlet, make sure that all connections have been made.

Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.

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:

• If the wall outlet does not match the AC plug, use the supplied AC plug adaptor.

• 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.

Putting Batteries in the Remote Control

Before using the remote control, put two supplied batteries first.

When using the remote control, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the receiver.

1. On the back of the remote control, remove the battery cover as illustrated.

2. Insert batteries. Make sure to observe the proper polarity:

(+) to (+) and (–) to (–).

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

3. Replace the cover.

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

CAUTION:

Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells:

• Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity indicated: (+) to (+) and (–) to (–).

• Use the correct type of batteries. Batteries that look similar may differ in voltage.

• Always replace both batteries at the same time.

• Do not expose batteries to heat or flame.

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Basic Operations

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

Turning the Power On and Off (Standby)

On the front panel:

To turn on the power, press POWER.

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

STANDBY

POWER

VOLUME

MUTE TUNED

AUTO STEREO PRO LOGIC HALL

DAP

SLEEP 3D-PHONIC

L

VOLUME

R

CH-

MHz kHz

Selected source name appears

Current source name appears

Current volume level is shown here

To turn off the power (into standby mode),

press POWER again.

The STANDBY lamp lights up. A small amount of power is consumed in standby mode.

To turn the power off completely, unplug the AC power cord.

From the remote control:

To turn on the power, press AUDIO POWER.

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

To turn off the power (into standby mode),

press AUDIO POWER again.

The STANDBY lamp lights up.

STANDBY

POWER

AUDIO

On the front panel:

DVD MULTI Select the DVD player for viewing the digital video disc using the analog discrete output mode (5.1CH

reproduction) on the DVD player.

DVD

VCR

To enjoy the DVD MULTI playback, see page 20.

Select the DVD player for viewing the stereo digital video disc.

Select the video component connected to the VCR

FM

AM

TAPE/MD

PHONO

CD jacks.

Select an FM broadcast.

Select an AM broadcast.

Select the cassette deck (or the MD recorder).

Select the turntable.

Select the CD player.

From the remote control:

FM/AM

Select an FM/AM broadcast.

Each time you press the button, the band changes alternately.

• Other buttons function in the same way as the buttons on the front panel.

Selecting the Source to Play

Press one of the source selecting buttons.

On the front panel:

DVD MULTI DVD VCR FM

CD PHONO

From the remote control:

TAPE/MD

SOURCE NAME

AM

Note:

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

Selecting different sources for picture and sound

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

Press one of the audio source selecting buttons (CD, TAPE/MD,

PHONO, FM, AM), while viewing the pictrue from a video component such as the VCR or DVD player, etc.

Note:

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

Note:

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

CD

*

TAPE/MD

*

FM/AM

*

VCR

DVD

DVD MULTI

PHONO

*

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Adjusting the Volume

On the front panel:

To increase the volume, turn MASTER

VOLUME clockwise (+).

To decrease the volume, turn it counterclockwise (–).

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

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

–

MASTER VOLUME

+

From the remote control:

To increase the volume, press VOLUME +.

To decrease the volume, press VOLUME –.

+

VOLUME

–

CAUTION:

Always set the volume to the minimum before starting any source. If the volume is set at its high level, the sudden blast of sound energy can permanently damage your hearing and/or ruin your speakers.

Note:

The volume level can be adjusted within the range of “0” (minimum) to “80” (maximum).

Selecting the Front Speakers

On the front panel ONLY:

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

SPEAKERS 1 or SPEAKERS 2 activates the respective set of speakers.

1

SPEAKERS

2

_

ON

—

OFF

• To use the speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 1

terminals, press SPEAKERS 1 to set it in the

_ ON position, and press SPEAKERS 2 to set it in the

— OFF position.

• To use the speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS 2

terminals, press SPEAKERS 2 to set it in the

_ ON position, and press SPEAKERS 1 to set it in the

— OFF position.

• To use both sets of the speakers, press SPEAKERS 1 to set it in the

_ ON position, and press SPEAKERS 2 to set it in the _ ON position.

• To use neither set of the speakers, press SPEAKERS 1 and

SPEAKERS 2 to set them in the

— OFF position.

Note:

When only one set of the speakers is connected to either the FRONT

SPEAKERS

1

or

2

terminals, do not activate both pairs of the speakers. If you do, no sound comes out of the front speakers.

Listening only with headphones

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

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

—

OFF position.

CAUTION:

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

Note:

You cannot shut off the sound through the other speakers using the

SPEAKERS 1 and 2 buttons.

Muting the Sound

From the remote control ONLY:

Press MUTING to mute the sound through all speakers and headphones connected.

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

MUTING

To restore the sound, press MUTING again.

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

Recording a Source

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

VCR connected to the VCR jacks at the same time.

While recording, you can listen to the selected sound source at whatever sound level you like, without affecting the sound levels of the recording.

Note:

The output volume level, tone adjustment (see page 10), Bass Boost

(see page 10) and DSP modes (see page 15) cannot affect the recording.

IMPORTANT:

Before recording, turn off the DVD MULTI playback mode.

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Attenuating the Input Signal

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:

INPUT ATT.

Press INPUT ATT. so that the lamp next to the button lights up.

• Each time you press the button, the Input Attenuator mode turns on or off.

Note:

When using DVD MULTI playback mode, this effect only applies to front left and right channel signals.

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.

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 ADJUST so that the cursor control

% / fi buttons work for

adjusting the sound.

2. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “BALANCE” appears on the display.

3. Press cursor control

@ / # to

adjust the balance.

• Pressing

@ decreases the right channel output.

• Pressing

# decreases the left channel output.

ADJUST

Reinforcing the Bass

With this Bass Boost function, you can boost the bass level.

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 ADJUST so that the cursor control

% / fi buttons work for

adjusting the sound.

2. Press cursor control

% / fi until

“B–BOOST” appears on the display.

3. Press cursor control

@ / # to

switch this function “ON” or

“OFF.”

• When this function is switched “ON,” the

BASS BOOST lamp on the front panel lights up.

ADJUST

Note:

The Bass Boost function affects the front speaker sounds only.

Adjusting the Tone

You can adjust the treble and bass sounds as you like.

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 ADJUST so that the cursor control

% / fi buttons work for

adjusting the sound.

2. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “– BASS +” or

“–TREBLE+” appears on the display.

• Select “– BASS +” to adjust the bass sound level.

• Select “–TREBLE+” to adjust the treble sound level.

3. Press cursor control

@ / # to

adjust the bass or treble sound level within the range of –10 to

+10.

• Each time you press the button, the sound level changes by ±2.

ADJUST

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Basic Settings

Some of the following settings are required after connecting and positioning your speakers in your listening room, while others will make operations easier.

Changing the Source Name

When you have connected an MD recorder to the TAPE/MD jacks on the rear panel: Change the source name shown on the display when you select the MD recorder as the source.

3. Press cursor control

@ / # to

select your center speaker size.

LARGE SMALL NO

On the front panel ONLY:

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

TAPE/MD

1. Press TAPE/MD.

• Make sure “TAPE” appears on the display.

SOURCE NAME

LARGE: Select this mode when the size of the center speaker is the same as that of the front speakers.

SMALL: Select this mode when the size of the center speaker is smaller than that of the front speakers.

NO:

Select this mode when you do not use a center speaker.

2. Press and hold SOURCE NAME

(the same button as TAPE/MD) until “MD” appears on the display.

TAPE/MD

SOURCE NAME

Rear Speaker Setting

Register whether you have connected the rear speakers or not.

To change the source name from “MD” to “TAPE,” repeat the same procedure above (in step 1, make sure

“MD” appears on the display

).

Note:

Without changing the source name, you can still use the connected components. However, there may be some inconvenience.

– “TAPE” will appear on the display when you select the MD recorder.

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

21) to operate the MD recorder.

Setting Center and Rear Speakers for the DSP Modes

To obtain the best possible surround sound of the DSP (Digital

Signal Processor) modes (see page 15), you have to register the information about the speaker arrangement after all connections are completed.

Center Speaker Setting

Register the center speaker size.

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 SETTING so that the cursor control

% / fi buttons work for

setting the rear speaker information.

2. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “REAR SPK”

(Rear Speaker) appears on the display.

3. Press cursor control

@ / # to

register whether you have connected the rear speakers.

SETTING

YES: Select this mode when you use rear speakers.

NO:

Select this mode when you do not use rear speakers.

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 SETTING so that the cursor control

% / fi buttons work for

setting the center speaker size.

2. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “CNTR SPK”

(Center Speaker) appears on the display.

SETTING

Note:

When you change your speakers, you need to register the information about the speakers again.

Delay Time Setting

Register the delay time of the sound from the rear speakers, comparing the sound from the front speakers.

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.

• You can adjust the delay time only when you have connected the rear speakers and have set “REAR SPK” to “YES’’ (See above).

• Delay time setting is only valid for ‘‘PRO LOGIC” (See page 15).

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On the front panel:

1. Press SETTING so that the cursor control

% / fi buttons work for

setting the delay time.

2. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “–DELAY +” appears on the display.

3. Press cursor control

@ / # to

select an appropriate delay time.

DELAY 1

DELAY 2

DELAY 3

SETTING

DELAY 1: Select this mode when the distance from you to your rear speakers is greater than that to the front speakers.

DELAY 2: Select this mode when the distance from you to your rear speakers is almost equal to that to the front speakers.

DELAY 3: Select this mode when the distance from you to your rear speakers is less than that to the front speakers.

To store the sound settings

1. Press ONE TOUCH OPERATION.

The ONE TOUCH OPERATION lamp lights up, then the previously memorized settings are recalled.

ONE TOUCH OPERATION

ONE TOUCH

OPERATION

On the front panel On the remote

2. Adjust the sound using the functions listed to the left.

The newly adjusted settings are memorized.

To recall the sound settings

With the ONE TOUCH OPERATION lamp lit, the settings for the currently selected source are recalled, when the source is selected.

To cancel the One Touch Operation function

Press ONE TOUCH OPERATION so that the lamp goes off.

(Even though the One Touch Operation function is canceled, the recalled sound effects remain active.)

Notes:

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

• The DSP modes and DVD MULTI playback mode cannot be used at the same time.

From the remote control:

1. Press SOUND CONTROL.

2. Press SURROUND repeatedly until “PRO-LOGIC” appears on the display.

3. Press DELAY repeatedly until an appropriate delay time appears on the display.

Storing the Basic Settings and

Adjustments — One Touch Operation

JVC’s One Touch Operation function is used to assign and store different sound settings for each different playing source. By using this function, you do not have to change the settings every time you change the source. The stored settings for the newly selected source are automatically recalled.

The following can be stored for each source:

• Volume level (see page 9)

• Input Attenuator (see page 10)

• Balance (see page 10)

• Bass Boost (see page 10)

• Tone adjustment (see page 10)

• DSP modes

– 3D-PHONIC mode settings (see page 17)

– DAP mode settings (see page 17)

– Surround mode settings (see page 18)

• DVD MULTI playback mode settings (see page 20)

Using the Sleep Timer

Using the Sleep Timer, you can fall asleep to music and know the receiver will turn off by itself rather than play all night.

From the remote control ONLY: SLEEP

Press SLEEP repeatedly.

The SLEEP indicator lights up on the display, and the shut-off time changes as follows (in minutes):

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80

0

(Canceled)

When the shut-off time comes

The receiver turns off automatically.

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 “0.” appears on the display. (The

SLEEP indicator goes off.)

Turning off the power also cancels the Sleep Timer.

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Receiving Radio Broadcasts

You can browse through all the stations or use the preset function to go immediately to a particular station.

Using Preset Tuning Tuning in Stations Manually

On the front panel ONLY:

1. Press FM or AM.

The last station of the selected band is tuned in.

• The cursor control

% / fi / @ / # buttons

can be now used for operating the tuner.

2. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “–TUNING+” appears on the display.

FM

AM

3. Press cursor control

@ / # until

you find the frequency you want.

• Pressing

@ decreases the frequency.

• Pressing

# increases the frequency.

Notes:

• When you hold cursor control

@

/

#

in step 3, the frequency keeps changing until a station is tuned in.

• When a station of sufficient signal strength is tuned in, the TUNED indicator lights up on the display.

When an FM stereo program is received, the STEREO indicator also lights up.

Once a station is assigned to a channel number, the station can be quickly tuned. You can preset up to 30 FM stations and 15 AM stations.

To store the preset stations

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. Tune in the station you want to preset (see

“Tuning in Stations Manually”).

If you want to store the FM reception mode for this station, select the FM reception mode you want. See “Selecting the FM

Reception Mode” on page 14.

2. Press MEMORY.

“CH-” appears and the channel number position starts flashing on the display for about 5 seconds.

CH-

_ _

MEMORY

3. Press cursor control

@ / # to

select a channel number while the channel number position is flashing.

Note:

You can use the 10 keys on the remote control to select the preset number. When using the 10 keys, be sure that they are activated for the tuner, not for the CD and others. (See page 22.)

4. Press MEMORY again while the selected channel number is flashing on the display.

The selected channel number stops flashing.

The station is assigned to the selected channel number.

MEMORY

5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 until you store all the stations you want.

To erase a stored preset station

Storing a new station on a used number erases the previously stored one.

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To tune in a preset station

On the front panel:

1. Press FM or AM.

The last station of the selected band is tuned in.

• The cursor control

% / fi / @ / # buttons

can be now used for operating the tuner.

2. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “–PRESET+” appears on the display.

3. Press cursor control

@ / # to

select a preset channel station.

• Pressing

@ decreases the preset channel number.

• Pressing

# increases the preset channel number.

From the remote control:

1. Press FM/AM.

The last station is tuned in.

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

FM

AM

FM/AM

2. Press the 10 keys to select a preset channel number.

• For channel number 5, press 5.

• For channel number 15, press +10 then 5.

• For channel number 20, press +10 then 10.

• For channel number 30, press +10, +10, then 10.

DELAY

1

EFFECT

4

7 /P

TEST

2

5

SURROUND

3

– CENTER +

5

6

8

– REAR•L +

5

9

– REAR•R +

MENU

10 +10

ENT

Note:

When you use the 10 keys on the remote control, be sure that they are activated for the tuner, not for the CD and others. (See page 22.)

Selecting the FM Reception Mode

When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or noisy

You can change the FM reception mode while receiving an FM broadcast.

On the front panel ONLY:

1. Press FM.

The last station of the selected band is tuned in.

• The cursor control

% / fi / @ / # buttons can

be now used for operating the tuner.

2. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “FM MODE” appears on the display.

FM

3. Press cursor control

@ / # to

switch the FM reception “FM

MONO” or “FM AUTO.”

FM AUTO:

When a program is broadcasted in stereo, you will hear stereo sound; when in monaural, you will hear monaural sounds. This mode is also useful to suppress static noise between stations. The MUTE AUTO indicator lights up on the display.

FM MONO:

Reception will be improved although you will lose the stereo effect. In this mode, you will hear noise while tuning into the stations. The MUTE AUTO indicator goes off on the display.

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Using the DSP Modes

The built-in Surround Processor provides three types of the DSP (Digital Signal Processor) mode — 3D-PHONIC mode,

DAP (Digital Acoustic Processor) mode and Surround mode (Dolby Pro Logic and JVC Theater Surround).

3D-PHONIC modes

The 3D-PHONIC mode gives you such a nearly surround effect as it is reproduced through the Dolby Surround decoder, which is widely used to reproduce sounds with a feeling of movement like those experienced in movie theaters. The 3D-PHONIC mode is the result of research on sound localization technology carried out at JVC for many years. This mode can be used when two front speakers are

connected to this receiver (without respect to the rear/center speaker connection).

You can select either 3D ACTION or 3D THEATER to your preference.

3D ACTION:

Best for action and war movies — where the action is fast and explosive.

3D THEATER: Reproduces the sound field of a large theater.

Surround Modes

With this receiver, you can use two types of the Surround modes.

• Dolby Surround

Dolby Surround has been developed to reproduce the important elements of the acoustic surround at home.

To watch the soundtracks of video software bearing the mark

DOLBY SURROUND

* which includes the same encoded surround information as found in Dolby Stereo films, the receiver can provide you with Dolby Surround decoder.

There are two types of Dolby Surround – “Pro Logic” and “3

Stereo.”

“Pro Logic” can be used when the front speakers and rear speakers are connected to this receiver (regardless of the center speaker connection). On the other hand, “3 Stereo” can be used when the rear speakers are not connected (center speaker must be connected).

• JVC Theater Surround

In order to reproduce a more realistic sound field in your listening room while playing soundtracks of video software bearing the mark

DOLBY SURROUND

, JVC Theater Surround has been designed to give you clearer vocals and to create a real “being there” feeling.

This mode can be used when the front speakers and rear speakers are connected to this receiver (without respect to the center speaker connection).

DAP modes

The sound heard in a concert hall or club consists of direct sound and indirect sound — early reflections and reflections from behind.

Direct sounds reach the listener directly without any reflection. On the other hand, indirect sounds are delayed by the distances of the ceiling and walls. These direct sounds and indirect sounds are the most important elements of the acoustic surround effects. The DAP mode can create these important elements, and gives you a real

“being there” feeling. This mode can be used when the front

speakers are connected to this receiver (without respect to the rear/center speaker connection).

You can select one of the following to your preference.

DANCE CLUB: Gives a throbbing bass beat.

LIVE CLUB:

Gives the feeling of a live music club with a low ceiling.

HALL:

PAVILION:

Gives clear vocal and the feeling of a concert hall.

Gives the spacious feeling of a pavilion with a high ceiling.

Notes:

• The DSP modes have no effect on monaural sources.

• The DSP modes cannot be used for recording.

• When you select “DVD MULTI” as the source to play, you cannot select or adjust the DSP modes.

IMPORTANT:

Before recording, turn off the DVD MULTI playback mode.

Early reflections

Reflections from behind

As for the DVD MULTI playback mode, see page 20.

Direct sounds

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing

Corporation. Additionally licensed under Canadian patent number

1,037,877. “Dolby,” the double-D symbol, and “Pro Logic” are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

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Available DSP Modes According to the Speaker Arrangement

Available DSP modes will vary depending on how many speakers are used with this receiver.

Make sure that you have set the speaker information correctly (see page 11).

Speaker arrangements

Front speaker

TV Front speaker

Available DSP modes

Each time you press SURROUND, the DSP modes change as follows:

• 3D THEATER

• DANCE C (DANCE CLUB)

• LIVE C (LIVE CLUB)

• HALL

• PAVILION

• 3D ACTION

• OFF (DSP mode is canceled)

Front speaker

Front speaker

Rear speaker

TV

Center speaker

TV

Front speaker

Front speaker

Each time you press SURROUND, the DSP modes change as follows:

• 3 STEREO

• 3D THEATER

• DANCE C (DANCE CLUB)

• LIVE C (LIVE CLUB)

• HALL

• PAVILION

• 3D ACTION

• OFF (DSP mode is canceled)

Each time you press SURROUND, the DSP modes change as follows:

• PRO LOGIC

• THEATER

• DANCE C (DANCE CLUB)

• LIVE C (LIVE CLUB)

• HALL

• PAVILION

• 3D ACTION

• OFF (DSP mode is canceled)

Rear speaker

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Rear speaker

Front speaker

TV

Center speaker

Front speaker

Each time you press SURROUND, the DSP modes change as follows:

• PRO LOGIC

• THEATER

• DANCE C (DANCE CLUB)

• LIVE C (LIVE CLUB)

• HALL

• PAVILION

• 3D ACTION

• OFF (DSP mode is canceled)

Rear speaker

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Adjusting the 3D-PHONIC Modes

Before you start, remember...

• Make sure that you have set the speaker information correctly

(see page 11).

• 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:

SURROUND

1. Press SURROUND repeatedly until “3DACTION” or “3D

THEATR” appears on the display.

The 3D-PHONIC, PRO LOGIC indicators also light up on the display.

2. Press ADJUST so that the cursor control

% / fi / @ / # buttons work

for adjusting the surround setting.

3. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “–EFFECT+” appears on the display.

ADJUST

Adjusting the DAP Modes

Before you start, remember...

• Make sure that you have set the speaker information correctly

(see page 11).

• There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.

• You can only adjust the rear speaker output level when you have connected the rear speakers and have set “REAR SPK” to “YES.”

See page 11.

On the front panel:

1. Press SURROUND repeatedly until the DAP mode — DANCE

CLUB, LIVE CLUB, HALL, or

PAVILION — appears on the display.

The DAP indicator also lights up on the display.

SURROUND

2. Press ADJUST so that the cursor control

% / fi / @ / # buttons work

for adjusting the DSP setting.

3. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “– REAR +” appears on the display.

ADJUST

4. Press cursor control

@ / # to

select an effect level you want.

• Each time you press the button, the effect level changes as follows:

EFFECT 1 EFFECT 2

EFFECT 3

EFFECT 5

EFFECT 4

As the number increases, the selected 3D-PHONIC mode becomes stronger.

From the remote control:

1. Press SOUND CONTROL.

The 10 keys are activated for sound adjustments.

SOUND

CONTROL

2. Press SURROUND repeatedly until “3DACTION” or “3D

SURROUND

3

THEATR” appears on the display.

The 3D-PHONIC, PRO LOGIC indicators also light up on the display.

3. Press EFFECT to select an effect level you want.

• Each time you press the button, the effect level changes as follows:

EFFECT

4

EFFECT 1 EFFECT 2

EFFECT 3

EFFECT 5

EFFECT 4

As the number increases, the selected 3D-PHONIC mode becomes stronger.

4. Press cursor control

@ / # to

adjust the rear speaker output level (from –10 to +10).

Note:

You cannot adjust the left and right rear speaker output levels separately.

5. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “–EFFECT+” appears on the display.

6. Press cursor control

@ / # to

select an effect level you want.

• Each time you press the button, the effect level changes as follows:

EFFECT 1 EFFECT 2

EFFECT 3

EFFECT 5

EFFECT 4

As the number increases, the selected DAP mode becomes stronger.

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From the remote control:

1. Press SOUND CONTROL.

The 10 keys are activated for sound adjustments.

SOUND

CONTROL

2. Press SURROUND repeatedly until the DAP mode — DANCE

CLUB, LIVE CLUB, HALL, or

PAVILION — appears on the display.

The DAP indicator also lights up on the display.

SURROUND

3

3. Press REAR•L – / + to adjust the rear speaker output level.

• Pressing REAR•L – decreases the output level up to –10 dB.

• Pressing REAR•L + increases the output level up to +10 dB.

8

Note:

You cannot adjust the left and right rear speaker output levels separately.

9

4. Press EFFECT to select an effect level you want.

• Each time you press the button, the effect level changes as follows:

EFFECT

4

EFFECT 1 EFFECT 2

EFFECT 5

EFFECT 3

EFFECT 4

As the number increases, the selected DAP mode becomes stronger.

Adjusting the Surround Modes — Dolby

Surround and JVC Theater Surround

Before you start, remember...

• Make sure that you have set the speaker information correctly

(see page 11).

• There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.

• You can only adjust the effect level when selecting JVC Theater

Surround.

• You can only adjust the rear and/or center speaker output levels when you have connected rear speakers and/or a center speaker and have set “REAR SPK” and/or “CNTR SPK” correctly. See page 11.

From the remote control:

1. Press SOUND CONTROL.

The 10 keys are activated for sound adjustments.

SOUND

CONTROL

2. Press SURROUND repeatedly until the mode — “PROLOGIC” or “3 STEREO” or “THEATER”

—appears on the display.

SURROUND

3

• For “PROLOGIC” and “3 STEREO,” the PRO LOGIC indicator lights up on the display.

• For “THEATER,” the PRO LOGIC and DAP indicators light up on the display.

3. Press TEST to check the speaker output balance.

“TEST ” starts flashing on the display, and a test tone comes out of the speakers in the following order:

Left front speaker Center speaker

TEST

2

5

Rear speaker Right front speaker

Note:

You can adjust the speaker output levels without outputting the

test tone.

4. Press CENTER – / + repeatedly to adjust the center speaker output level (from –10 to +10).

– CENTER +

5 6

5. Press REAR•L – / + to adjust the rear speaker output level (from

–10 to +10).

8 9

Notes:

• You cannot adjust the left and right rear speaker output levels

separately.

• You cannot use the REAR•R – / + buttons to adjust the rear speaker

level.

6. Press TEST again to stop the test tone.

TEST

2

5

7. ONLY FOR JVC Theater

Surround:

Press EFFECT to select an effect level you want.

• Each time you press the button, the effect level changes as follows:

EFFECT

4

EFFECT 1 EFFECT 2

EFFECT 5

EFFECT 3

EFFECT 4

As the number increases, JVC Theater Surround becomes stronger.

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On the front panel:

You can also use the buttons on the front panel to adjust the

Surround modes. However, no test tone is available when using the buttons on the front panel. So, make adjustments while listening to the sound of the source played back.

SURROUND

1. Press SURROUND repeatedly

until the mode — “PROLOGIC” or

“3 STEREO” or “THEATER”—appears

on the display.

The PRO LOGIC indicator lights up on the display.

ADJUST

8. ONLY FOR JVC Theater

Surround:

Press cursor control

@ / # to

select an effect level you want.

• Each time you press the button, the effect level changes as follows:

EFFECT 1 EFFECT 2

EFFECT 5

EFFECT 3

EFFECT 4

As the number increases, JVC Theater Surround becomes stronger.

2. Press ADJUST so that the cursor control

% / fi / @ / # buttons work

for adjusting the DSP setting.

3. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “–CENTER+” appears on the display.

4. Press cursor control

@ / # to

adjust the center speaker output level (from –10 to +10).

5. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “– REAR +” appears on the display.

6. Press cursor control

@ / # to

adjust the rear speaker output level (from –10 to +10).

Note:

You cannot adjust the left and right rear speaker output levels separately.

7. ONLY FOR JVC Theater

Surround:

Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “–EFFECT+” appears on the display.

Activating the DSP Modes

Once you have finished adjustments for the DSP modes, you can use the same adjustments every time you want to use these modes.

On the front panel:

SURROUND

1. Press SURROUND repeatedly until the DSP mode you want appears on the display.

• Each time you press the button, the DSP modes change. (See page 16 for more details)

2. Select and play a sound source.

• To enjoy the 3D-PHONIC, Dolby Surround, and JVC Theater

Surround, play back a software which was processed with

Dolby Surround and is labeled with

DOLBY SURROUND

mark.

To cancel the DSP mode

Press SURROUND repeatedly until “OFF” appears on the display.

From the remote control:

1. Press SOUND CONTROL.

The 10 keys are activated for sound adjustments.

SOUND

CONTROL

2. Press SURROUND repeatedly until the DSP mode you want appears on the display.

• Each time you press the button, the DSP modes change. (See page 16 for more details)

SURROUND

3

3. Select and play a sound source.

• To enjoy the 3D-PHONIC, Dolby Surround, and JVC Theater

Surround, play back a software which was processed with

Dolby Surround and is labeled with

DOLBY SURROUND

mark.

To cancel the DSP mode

Press SURROUND repeatedly until “OFF” appears on the display in step 2 above.

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Using the DVD MULTI Playback Mode

This receiver provides the DVD MULTI playback mode for reproducing the analog discrete output mode of the DVD player. Before playing back a DVD, refer also to the manual supplied with the DVD player.

Activating the DVD MULTI Playback Mode

7. Press cursor control

@ / # to

adjust the left rear speaker output level (from –10 to +10).

You can adjust the DVD MULTI playback mode while playing back a DVD using the analog discrete output mode on the DVD player.

Once you made adjustments, the receiver memorizes the adjustments until you change them.

8. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “–REAR R+” appears on the display.

Before you start, remember...

• Make sure that you have set the speaker information correctly

(see page 11).

• There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.

• You can only adjust the rear and/or center speaker output levels when you have connected rear speakers and/or a center speaker and have set “REAR SPK” and/or “CNTR SPK” correctly. See page 11.

9. Press cursor control

@ / # to

adjust the right rear speaker output level (from –10 to +10).

From the remote control:

1. Press DVD MULTI.

DVD MULTI

On the front panel:

1. Press DVD MULTI .

DVD MULTI

Note:

When you select “DVDMULTI” as the source to play, the DSP mode is canceled temporarily, and the SURROUND button does not work.

Note:

When you select “DVDMULTI” as the source to play, the DSP mode is canceled temporarily, and the SURROUND button does not work.

2. Select the analog discrete output mode on the

DVD player, and start playing a DVD.

• Refer to the manual supplied with the DVD player.

If you need to make any adjustment, go to the following steps.

3. Press ADJUST so that the cursor control

% / fi / @ / # buttons work

for adjusting the DVD MULTI playback setting.

4. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “–CENTER+” appears on the display.

ADJUST

2. Select the analog discrete output mode on the

DVD player, and start playing a DVD.

• Refer to the manual supplied with the DVD player.

If you need to make any adjustment, go to the following steps.

3. Press SOUND CONTROL.

The 10 keys are activated for adjusting the sound.

SOUND

CONTROL

– CENTER +

5 6

5. Press cursor control

@ / # to

adjust the center speaker output level (from –10 to +10).

6. Press cursor control

% / fi

repeatedly until “–REAR L+” appears on the display.

4. Press CENTER – / + to adjust the center speaker output level.

• Pressing CENTER – decreases the output level up to –10 dB.

• Pressing CENTER + increases the output level up to +10 dB.

5. Press REAR•L – / + to adjust the left rear speaker output level.

• Pressing REAR•L – decreases the output level up to –10 dB.

• Pressing REAR•L + increases the output level up to +10 dB.

6. Press REAR•R – / + to adjust the right rear speaker output level.

• Pressing REAR•R – decreases the output level up to –10 dB.

• Pressing REAR•R + increases the output level up to +10 dB.

8

– REAR•L +

5

9

– REAR•R +

10 +10

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COMPU LINK Remote Control System

The COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to operate JVC audio components through the remote sensor on the receiver.

To use this remote control system, you need to connect JVC audio components through the COMPU LINK-3 (SYNCHRO) jacks (see below) in addition to the connections using cables with RCA pin plugs (see page 5).

• Make sure that the AC power cords of these components are unplugged before connection. Plug the AC power cords only after all connections are complete.

CD player

Cassette deck or

MD recorder

COMPU LINK – 3

(SYNCHRO)

Automatic Power On/Off (Standby): only possible with the COMPU LINK-3 connection

Both the CD player and cassette deck (or MD recorder) turn on and off (standby) along with the receiver.

When you turn on the receiver, the CD player or cassette deck (or

MD recorder) will turn on automatically, depending on which component has been previously selected.

When you turn off the receiver, both the CD player and cassette deck (or MD recorder) will turn off (standby).

Synchronized Recording

Synchronized recording means the cassette deck (or MD recorder) starts recording as soon as a CD or a record begins playing.

Turntable

To use synchronized recording, follow these steps:

1. Put a tape in the cassette deck (or an MD in the

MD recorder), and a disc in the CD player (or a record on the turntable).

2. Press the record (

¶) button and the pause (8)

button on the cassette deck (or MD recorder) at the same time.

This puts the cassette deck (or MD recorder) into recording pause.

If you do not press the record (

¶) button and pause (8) button at the same time, the synchronized recording feature will not operate.

3. Press the play (

3) button on the CD player or on

the turntable.

The source changes on the receiver, and as soon as play starts, the cassette deck (or MD recorder) starts recording. When the play ends, the cassette deck (or MD recorder) enters recording pause, and stops about 4 seconds later.

To connect the components, use the cables with monaural mini plug.

Notes:

• If your audio component has two COMPU LINK-3 (SYNCHRO) jacks, you can use either one. If it has only one COMPU LINK-3

(SYNCHRO) jack, connect it so that it is the last item in the series of components. (For example, the turntable or CD player in the diagram above.)

• To operate the cassette deck or MD recorder using the COMPU

LINK remote control system, set the source name correctly. (See page 11.)

• Refer also to the manuals supplied with your audio components.

This remote control system allows you to use four functions listed below.

Remote Control through the Remote Sensor on the

Receiver

You can control the connected audio components through the remote sensor on the receiver using this remote control. Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the receiver. For details, see pages 22 and 23.

Automatic Source Selection

When you press the play (

3 on its own remote control, the receiver automatically turns on and changes the source to the component. On the other hand, if you select a new source on the receiver or the remote control, the selected component begins playing immediately.

In both cases, the previously selected source continues playing without sound for a few seconds.

Notes:

• During synchronized recording, the selected source cannot be changed.

• If the power of any component is shut off during synchronized recording, the COMPU LINK remote control system may not operate properly. In this case, you must start again from the beginning.

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Operating JVC’s Audio/Video Components

You can operate JVC’s audio and video components with this receiver’s remote control, since control signals for JVC components are preset in the remote control.

IMPORTANT:

To operate JVC’s audio components using this remote control:

• You need to connect JVC audio components through the COMPU

LINK-3 (SYNCHRO) jacks (see page 21) in addition to the connections using cables with RCA pin plugs (see page 5).

• Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the receiver.

• If you use the buttons on the front panel to choose a source, the remote control will not operate that source. To operate a source with the remote control, the source must be selected using buttons on the remote control.

• Refer also to the manuals supplied with your components.

Sound control section (Amplifier)

After pressing SOUND CONTROL, you can perform the following operations:

SURROUND : Selects the DSP modes.

CENTER – / +

: Adjusts the center speaker output level for the

Surround/DVD MULTI playback modes.

REAR•L – / +

: Adjusts the left/right rear speaker output level for the DSP modes.

Adjusts the left rear speaker output level for the

DVD MULTI playback mode.

REAR•R – / +

: Adjusts the right rear speaker output level for the

DVD MULTI playback mode.

DELAY

: Selects the delay time of the rear speaker sound.

(Only works when “PROLOGIC” is selected.)

EFFECT

:

TEST :

Selects the effect level for the DSP modes.

Turns on or off the test tone output for the

Surround mode.

CD TV

POWER

VCR AUDIO

TAPE/MD DELAY

1

FM/AM EFFECT

4

VCR

DVD

7/P

SOUND

CONTROL

DVD MULTI CD-DISC

PHONO

TV/VIDEO

TEST

2

5

SURROUND

3

– CENTER +

5 6

8

– REAR•L +

5

9

– REAR•R +

MENU

10

TV VOL.

+10

ENT

– +

–

TV CH

+

ONE TOUCH

OPERATION

MUTING

SLEEP

+

VOLUME

–

£

+

VCR CH

–

8

4

1

7

1

4

RM-SR558U REMOTE CONTROL

Tuner

After pressing FM/AM, you can perform the following operations:

FM/AM

: Alternates between FM and AM.

1 – 10, +10 : Selects a preset channel number directly.

For channel number 5, press 5.

For channel number 15, press +10, then 5.

For channel number 20, press +10, then 10.

Note:

After adjusting sounds, press the corresponding source selecting button or CD-DISC to operate your target source by using the 10 keys; otherwise, the 10 keys cannot be used for operating your target source.

CD player

After pressing CD, you can perform the following operations on the

CD player:

3:

4

Starts playing.

Returns to the beginning of the current (or previous) track.

¢

7:

8:

Skips to the beginning of the next track.

Stops playing.

Pauses playing. To release it, press

1 – 10, +10

: Selects a track number directly.

3.

For track number 5, press 5.

For track number 15, press +10, then 5.

For track number 20, press +10, then 10.

CD player-changer

After pressing CD-DISC, you can perform the following operations on a CD player-changer:

3:

4

¢

7:

8:

1 – 6, 7/P

:

Starts playing.

Returns to the beginning of the current (or previous) track.

Skips to the beginning of the next track.

Stops playing.

Pauses playing. To release it, press

3.

Selects the number of a disc installed in a CD player-changer.

After pressing CD, you can perform the following operations on the

CD player-changer:

1 – 10, +10 : Selects a track number directly.

For track number 5, press 5.

For track number 15, press +10, then 5.

For track number 20, press +10, then 10.

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Cassette deck

After pressing TAPE/MD, you can perform the following operations on a cassette deck:

3:

1

¡

7:

8:

Starts playing.

Fast winds the tape from right to left.

Fast winds the tape from left to right.

Stops operations.

Pauses playing. To release it, press

3.

Note:

To operate the cassette deck or MD recorder usint the COMPU LINK remote control system, set the source name correctly. (See page 11.)

MD recorder

After pressing TAPE/MD, you can perform the following operations on the MD recorder:

3:

4:

¢:

7:

8:

Starts playing.

Returns to the beginning of the current (or previous) track.

Skips to the beginning of the next track.

Stops playing.

Pauses playing. To release it, press

3.

Note:

To operate the cassette deck or MD recorder using the COMPU LINK remote control system, set the source name correctly. (See page 11.)

After pressing DVD or DVD MULTI, these buttons can be used for the DVD menu operations.

EFFECT

4

7/P

TEST

2

5

8

– CENTER +

5

6

– REAR•L +

5

9

MENU

– REAR•R +

10 +10

Note:

ENT

(ENTER)

For detailed menu operations, refer to the instructions supplied with the discs or the DVD player.

TV

You can always perform the following operations:

TV POWER : Turns on or off the TV.

TV VOL. –/+

: Adjusts the volume.

TV/VIDEO : Sets the input mode (either TV or VIDEO).

TV CH –/+

: Changes the channels.

IMPORTANT:

To operate JVC’s video components using this remote control:

• Aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the VCR,

DVD player or TV, not on the receiver.

• Some JVC VCRs can accept two types of the control signals — remote code “A” and “B.” Before using this remote control, make sure that the remote control code of the VCR connected to the

VCR jacks is set to code “A.”

VCR

You can always perform the following operations :

VCR POWER

:Turns on or off the VCR.

VCR CH +/– : Changes the channels on the VCR.

After pressing VCR, you can perform the following operations on the VCR:

3:

1:

¡:

7:

8:

Starts playing.

Rewinds a tape.

Fast winds a tape.

Stops operations.

Pauses playing. To release it, press

3.

DVD player

After pressing DVD or DVD MULTI, you can perform the following operations on a DVD player:

3:

4:

¢:

7:

8:

Starts playing.

Returns to the beginning of the current (or previous) track.

Skips to the beginning of the next track.

Stops playing.

Stops playing temporarily. To release it, press

3.

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Troubleshooting

Use this chart to help you solve daily operational problems. If there is any problem you cannot solve, contact your JVC service center.

PROBLEM

The display does not light up.

No sound from speakers.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

The power cord is not plugged in.

Speaker signal cables are not connected.

SOLUTION

Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.

Check speaker wiring and reconnect if necessary.

Press SPEAKERS 1 and 2 correctly.

Sound from one speaker only.

The SPEAKERS 1 and 2 buttons are not set correctly.

An incorrect source is selected.

Muting is activated.

Speaker signal cables are not connected properly.

The balance is set to one extreme.

Incoming signal is too weak.

Continuous hiss or buzzing during FM reception.

Occasional cracking noise during FM reception.

The station is too far away.

An incorrect antenna is used.

Antennas are not connected properly.

Ignition noise from automobiles.

Select the correct source.

Press MUTING to cancel the mute.

Check speaker wiring and reconnect if necessary.

Adjust the balance properly (see page 9).

Connect an outside FM antenna or contact your dealer.

Select a new station.

Check with your dealer to be sure you have the correct antenna.

Check connections.

Move the antenna farther from automobile traffic.

Howling during record playing.

“OVERLOAD” starts flashing on the display.

Your turntable is too close to speakers.

Speakers are overloaded because of high volume.

Remote control does not work.

Speakers are overloaded because of short circuit of speaker terminals.

There is an obstruction in front of the remote sensor on the receiver.

Batteries are weak.

Move speakers away from the turntable.

Rotate the MASTER VOLUME control counterclockwise three or four times, then press POWER on the front panel.

If “OVERLOAD” does not disappear, unplug the AC power cord, then plug it back again.

Press POWER on the front panel, then check the speaker wiring.

If “OVERLOAD” does not disappear, unplug the AC power cord, then plug it back again.

If speaker wiring is not short-circuited, contact your dealer.

Remove the obstruction.

Replace batteries.

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Specifications

Amplifier

Output Power

At Stereo operation: 100 watts per channel, min. RMS, driven

into 8 ohms, at 40 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0.8 % total harmonic distortion.

At Surround operation:

Front Channel: 100 watts per channel, min. RMS, driven into

8 ohms at 1 kHz with no more than 0.8 % total harmonic distortion.

Center channel: 100 watts, min. RMS, driven into

8 ohms at 1 kHz, with no more than 0.8 % total harmonic distortion.

Rear channel: 50 watts per channel, min. RMS, driven into 8 ohms at 1 kHz, with no more than 0.8 % total harmonic distortion.

Total Harmonic Distortion (8 ohms, 1 kHz):

0.8 %* at 100 watts output

(* Measured by JVC Audio Analysis System)

Audio

Audio Input Sensitivity/Impedance (1 kHz):

PHONO (MM): 2.7 mV/47 k ohms

CD, TAPE/MD, VCR, DVD:

220 mV/47 k ohms

Audio Output Level: TAPE/MD, VCR 220 mV

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (’66 IHF/’78 IHF):

PHONO: 70 dB/77 dB (at REC OUT)

CD, TAPE/MD, VCR, DVD:

87 dB/67 dB

Frequency Response (8 ohms):

PHONO: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (±1 dB)

CD, TAPE/MD, VCR, DVD:

20 Hz to 20 kHz (±1 dB)

RIAA Phono Equalization: ±1.0 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)

Video

Video Input Sensitivity/Impedance:

VCR, DVD: 1Vp-p/75 phms

Video Output Level:

VCR, MONITOR OUT: 1Vp-p/75 ohms

Synchronization: Negative

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 45dB

FM tuner (IHF)

Tuning Range: 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz

Usable Sensitivity: Monaural: 17.0 dBf (1.95 µV/75 ohms)

50 dB Quieting Sensitivity:

Monaural: 21.3 dBf (3.2 µV/75 ohms)

Stereo: 41.3 dBf (31.5 µV/75 ohms)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A weighted):

Monaural:

Stereo:

78 dB at 85 dBf

73 dB at 85 dBf

Total Harmonic Distortion:

Monaural:

Stereo:

0.4 % at 1 kHz

0.6 % at 1 kHz

Stereo Separation at REC OUT: 35 dB at 1 kHz

Alternate Channel Selectivity:

45 dB: (±400 kHz)

Frequency Response:30 Hz to 15 kHz: (+0.5 dB, –3 dB)

AM tuner

Tuning Range: 530 kHz to 1,710 kHz

Usable Sensitivity: Loop antenna

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:

400 µV/m

50 dB (100 mV/m)

General

Power Requirements:

Power Consumption:

AC 120V , 60 Hz

290 watts/390 VA (at operation)

2 watts (in standby mode)

Dimensions (W x H x D): 435 x 146 x 403.5 mm

(17

3

/

16

x 5

3

/

4

x 15

15

/

16

inches)

Mass: 10.2 kg (22.5 lbs)

Designs & specifications are subject to change without notice.

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QUALITY SERVICE

HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER

TOLL FREE : 1-800-537-5722 http://www.jvcservice.com

Dear customer:

In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, read the instruction booklet before operating the unit. In the event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location, please refer to the factory service center list below or within the Continental

United States, Call 1-800-537-5722 for your authorized servicer. Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.

—JVC

107 Little Falls Road

Fairfield, NJ 07004-2105

(973) 808-9279

5665 Corporate Avenue

Cypress, CA 90630-0024

(714) 229-8011

13 Cummings Park

Woburn, MA 01801

(781) 376-9100

JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING

COMPANY OF AMERICA

DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.

FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS

1500 Lakes Parkway

Lawrenceville, GA 30243-5857

(770) 339-2522

2969 Mapunapuna Place

Honolulu, HI 96819-2040

(808) 833-5828

8192 State Road 84

Davie, FL 33324

(954) 472-1960

705 Enterprise Street

Aurora, IL 60504-8149

(630) 851-7855

10700 Hammerly, Suite 110

Houston, TX 77043

(713) 935-9331

890 Dubuque Avenue

South San Francisco, CA 94080-1804

(650) 871-2666

Sophisticated electronic products may require occasional service. Just as quality is a keyword in the engineering and production of the wide array of JVC products, service is the key to maintaining the high level of performance for which JVC is world famous. The

JVC service and engineering organization stands behind our products.

NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS

JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA

DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.

1700 Valley Road

Wayne, NJ 07470

If you ship the product • • •

Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalent size and strength. Enclose, with the unit, a letter stating the problem or symptom that exists and also a copy of the receipt or bill of sale you received when you purchased your

JVC unit. Print your home return address on the outside and the inside of the carton. Send to the appropriate JVC

Factory Service Center as listed above.

Don’t service it yourself.

CAUTION

To prevent electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside.

Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

ACCESSORIES

To purchase accessories for your JVC product, you may contact your local JVC Dealer.

Or from the 48 Continental United States call toll free : 800-882-2345

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LIMITED WARRANTY

AUDIO-2

JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL

PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below. (“The Warranty Period.”)

PARTS LABOR

2YR 2YR

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY(50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND IN

COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO.

WHAT WE WILL DO:

If this product is found to be defective, JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner. Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized service centers.

Parts used for replacement are warranted only for the remainder of the Warranty Period. All products and parts thereof may be brought to a JVC authorized service center on a carry-in basis except for Television sets having a screen size 25 inches and above which are covered on an in-home basis.

WHAT YOU MUST DO FOR WARRANTY SERVICE:

Return your product to a JVC authorized service center with a copy of your bill of sale. For your nearest JVC authorized service center, please call toll free: (800)537-5722.

If service is not available locally, box the product carefully, preferably in the original carton, and ship, insured, with a copy of your bill of sale plus and letter of explanation of the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center, the name and location of which will be given to you by the toll-free number.

If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product, please contact our Customer Relations Department.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED:

This limited warranty provided by JVC does not cover:

1. Products which have been subject to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse, faulty installation, lack of reasonable care, or if repaired or serviced by anyone other than a service facility authorized by JVC to render such service, or if affixed to any attachment not provided with the products, or if the model or serial number has been altered, tampered with, defaced or removed;

2. Initial installation and installation and removal for repair;

3. Operational adjustments covered in the Owner’s Manual, normal maintenance, video and audio head cleaning;

4. Damage that occurs in shipment, due to act of God, and cosmetic damage;

5. Signal reception problems and failures due to line power surge;

6. Video Pick-up Tubes/CCD Image Sensor, Cartridge, Stylus(Needle) are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase;

7. Accessories;

8. Batteries (except the Rechargeable Batteries are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase);

There are no express warranties except as listed above.

THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARCHANTABILITY, IS

LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN.

JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHER

DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGE TO

TAPES, RECORDS OR DISCS) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH

OF THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF

MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET

FORTH ABOVE.

Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty last, so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA

DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.

1700 Valley Road

Wayne, NJ 07470

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REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY. FOR DETAILS OF

REFURBISHED PRO DUCT WARRANTY, PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION

PACKAGED WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT.

For customer use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.

Model No.: Serial No.:

Purchase date: Name of dealer:

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