JVC RX-888VBK manual Front Panel Remote Control

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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

p

q

RX-888V AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

STANDBY

DIGITAL SOURCE FORMAT

DOLBY/DTS

 

DOLBY

LINEAR

 

SURROUND ON/OFF

 

DTS DIGITAL

PCM

 

POWER

 

 

MASTER VOLUME

D I G I T A L

 

 

–

+

 

 

DVD

CD

 

TV SOUND/DBS

PHONO

 

VCR 1

TAPE/MD

 

VCR 2

FM

 

VIDEO

AM

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT

 

 

 

MULTI JOG

SOURCE SELECTOR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DSP MODE

SEA MODE

ANALOG/DIGITAL

FM/AM TUNING

TUNER PRESET

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TUNER/SEA MEMORY

 

FM MODE

 

VIDEO

 

 

 

SPEAKERS

BALANCE/SURROUND

 

 

 

 

 

 

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

L AUDIO R

PHONES

1

2

SEA ADJUST

SETTING

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ADJUST

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SOUND SELECT

LOUDNESS

ONETOUCHOPERATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INPUT ATT

SOURCENAME

 

 

 

 

COMPULINK

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remote

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 BIT P-E-M D-D-COMVERTER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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g

1

2

3

4

5

6

 

 

STANDBY

ON

 

 

TV/CATV/DBS

VCR 1

 

 

POWER

POWER

DVD

DVD MUILTI

CD

TAPE/MD

TV/DBS

VIDEO

PHONO

FM/AM

VCR 1

VCR 2 ANALOG/DIGITAL

SLEEP

SURROUND

CNTR TONE

 

CNTR

 

ON/OFF

1

2

 

3

 

 

 

MENU

SURROUND

TEST

 

REAR-L

MODE

4

5

 

6

DISC

 

 

ENTER

 

EFFECT

 

REAR-R

 

7/P

8

 

9

SOUND

SEA MODE

SUBWOOFER

 

10

0

 

+10

 

RETURN

FM MODE/MUTING

100+

 

 

Front Panel

Remote Control

p

1 POWER button and STANDBY lamp (9)

1

TV/CATV/DBS POWER button (45 – 47)

 

q

2

Remote sensor (8)

2

Source selecting buttons (9)

 

3

DIGITAL SOURCE FORMAT lamps (10)

 

DVD, DVD MULTI, CD, TAPE/MD, TV/DBS,

 

 

 

 

 

 

DTS, DOLBY DIGITAL, LINEAR PCM

 

VIDEO, PHONO, FM/AM, VCR 1, VCR 2

w

4

DOLBY/DTS SURROUND ON/OFF button

3

SURROUND ON/OFF button (27)

 

and lamp (27)

4

SURROUND MODE button (23)

 

 

 

e

5 SEA MODE button (19)

5

DISC button (44)

r

6

INPUT ANALOG/DIGITAL button (13)

6

SOUND button (19, 23)

7

FM/AM TUNING button (17) *

7

On-screen operation buttons (31, 38)

 

 

 

 

8

FM MODE button (18)

 

MENU, SET, EXIT, %, Þ, @, #

 

 

9

Display (9)

8

TV VOL +/– buttons (45, 46)

MENU

AUDIO/

TV/VCR

CATV/DBS

t

p Source lamps (9)

9 Operating buttons for audio/video components

q

 

7

8

9

 

SET

EXIT

TEXT

DISPLAY

 

TV VOL

CHANNEL

 

VOLUME

TV/VIDEO

VCR 1

TAPE

MUTING

 

CONTROL

 

/REW

PLAY

 

FF/

DOWN

TUNING

UP

REC

STOP

 

PAUSE

RM-SRX888J REMOTE CONTROL

 

MASTER VOLUME control (10)

(44 – 47)

y

w PHONES jack (11)

p AUDIO POWER buttons (9)

u

e SPEAKERS 1/2 buttons and lamps (10)

STANDBY, ON

r DSP MODE button (23)

q VCR 1 POWER button (45, 47)

i

t BALANCE/SURROUND ADJUST button

w SLEEP button (16)

 

o

(11, 12, 23) *

e ANALOG/DIGITAL button (13)

y SEA ADJUST button (19) *

r • 10 keys for selecting preset channel (18)

 

u SETTING button (13 – 15) *

• 10 keys for adjusting sound (23 – 26, 30)

 

i TUNER/SEA MEMORY button (17 – 19)

• 10 keys for operating audio/video components

 

o SOUND SELECT/INPUT ATT button

(44 – 47)

 

(10, 11)

t Remote control mode selector (9, 44, 46)

 

; LOUDNESS/SOURCE NAME button

y TEXT DISPLAY button (38)

 

(11, 12)

u CHANNEL +/– button (45 – 47)

 

a ONE TOUCH OPERATION button and lamp

i VOLUME +/– button (10)

 

(16)

o MUTING button (11)

 

s TUNER PRESET button (18) *

 

 

d MULTI JOG control

 

 

What this control actually does depends on

 

which function you are trying to adjust. Before using this control, select the function by pressing one of the buttons marked with *.

f SOURCE SELECTOR control (9) g VIDEO input jacks (7)

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Contents RX-888VBK For U.S.A Parts Identification Using the DSP Modes Getting Started Using the DVD Multi Playback ModeBasic Settings Using the On-Screen MenusFront Panel Remote Control Checking the Supplied Accessories Before InstallationConnecting the FM and AM Antennas Connecting the Speakers Basic connecting procedureConnecting the front speakers AM Antenna ConnectionsConnecting Audio/Video Components Connecting the rear and center speakersConnecting the subwoofer speaker Analog connectionsIf your audio components have a Compu LINK-3 or Text Compu Link terminalVideo component connections VHS VCRDVD player To S-video outputTo composite ‚ To composite video outputConnecting the Power Cord Putting Batteries in the Remote ControlOn the back of the remote control, remove the battery cover + to + Replace the coverTurning the Power On and Off Standby From the remote controlSelecting the Source to Play On the front panelAdjusting the Volume Selecting the Front SpeakersEtc Turn Source Selector toAttenuating the Input Signal Listening at Low Volume LoudnessAdjusting the Subwoofer Output Level Muting the SoundAdjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance Setting the Subwoofer InformationChanging the Source Name Recording a SourceSelecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode Digital Input Digital in Terminal SettingShowing the Text Information on Display Setting the Speakers for the DSP Modes Center Delay Time SettingFront, Center, and Rear Speaker Setting Rear Delay Time SettingCrossover Frequency Setting Low Frequency Effect Attenuator SettingDynamic Range Compression Setting Frequency appears on the displayStoring the Basic Settings Adjustments One Touch Operation Adjust the sound using the functions listed aboveUsing the Sleep Timer Press ONE Touch OPERATION. OnetouchoperationUsing Preset Tuning Tuning in Stations ManuallyAssigning Names to Preset Stations Selecting the FM Reception ModeSelecting Your Favorite SEA Mode Creating Your Own SEA ModeDAP modes 3D-PHONIC modesWith 3D Theater selected DVD Multi Playback Mode Surround modesDolby Surround Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic DTS Digital SurroundAvailable DSP Modes According to the Speaker Arrangement FrontAdjusting the 3D-PHONIC Modes Adjusting the DAP ModesAdjusting the Surround Modes ON/OFF to activate an Appropriate Surround mode Adjust the center tonePress DOLBY/DTS Surround Or DTS SurroundJVC Theater Surround adjustments Repeatedly until Theater orDIG Theater appears on Display Center tone level you want Press SoundActivating the DSP Modes Mode you want appears on Display Repeatedly until the DSP mode youTo cancel the DSP mode Want appears on the displayActivating the DVD Multi Playback Mode DVD Multi appears on DisplayCntr be applied to the center speaker only Refer to the manual supplied with the DVD player10 keys are activated for adjusting the sound Press DVD Multi so that DVDMulti appears on the display Center tone level you wantWhen you finish, press Exit To ModeDSP mode you want to Press MenuPress @/ #to adjust the subwoofer output level Input Attenuator modePress %/ Þto move to Sound To Input ATTTo SEA Mode Activating the DVD Multi Playback ModeSelecting Your Favorite SEA Mode Creating Your Own SEA ModePress %/ Þ/ @/ #to adjust the SEA mode as you want Press SET to store the setting into the SEA UsermodePress %/ Þto move to SETTING, then Press @/ # Setting the Basic Setting Items Also seeTo Preset Selected characterEnter up to four Press %/ Þ / @/ #toRemote Control through the Remote Sensor on the Receiver Same timeCD player Cassette deck MD recorder Automatic Source SelectionThen turn on this receiver Displaying the Disc Information on the TV screenDisc Search Only for CD Player Disc Title InputPress Text Display while CD or MD is selected as the source Showing the Disc Information on the TV ScreenTo exit from the Disc information screen Disc Information screen appears on the TVPress Text Display while CD is selected as the source Press %/ Þto move To SEARCH, then Press SETPress %/ Þto move To Performer Then press SET Press SET againPress %/ Þto move to Search Then press SET Press %/ Þto move To GENRE, then Press SETPress %/ Þto move To Title INPUT, then press SET Entering the Disc InformationPress Text Display while MD is selected as the source Press %/ Þto move To Title Input Then press SETEnter the disc title Referring to steps 3 Press %/ Þto move to the genre you want, then press SETIf the AV Compu Link terminal On the TV is RECEIVER/AMPIf the AV Compu Link terminal on the TV is AV Compu Link EX CASE1 If the components are equipped with the S-videoAutomatic Selection of TV’s Input Mode Automatic Power On/OffOne-Touch Video Play One-Touch DVD PlaySound control section Amplifier CD playerCD player-changer TunerTurntable Cassette deckMD recorder VCR 1 VCR connected to the VCR 1 jacksRelease TV/CATV/DBS Power TV/CATV/DBS PowerIf there are more than one code listed for your brand of TV Try to operate your TV by pressing TV/CATVTry to operate your VCR by pressing VCR 1 Power Release VCR 1 PowerIf there are more than one code listed for your brand AOC CXCJBL JCBErrold 627 775 Anasonic 701 Rimestar 566 Ony 639 PhaStar 772 Chostar 775 Xpressvu Tachi 819ABC HI-Q CCEKLH STS TMKProblem Possible Cause Solution Audio AmplifierVideo Tuning Range Usable Sensitivity Signal-to-Noise Ratio FM tuner IHFAM tuner GeneralValley Road Wayne, NJ 781 954 6501098 Limited Warranty AUDIO-2 0299HIMMDWJEM

RX-888VBK specifications

The JVC RX-888VBK is a robust stereo receiver that showcases JVC's commitment to high-quality audio and user-friendly design. Launched in the late 1990s, this receiver remains popular among audio enthusiasts due to its impressive features and reliable performance.

One of the standout characteristics of the RX-888VBK is its powerful amplification capabilities. With an output of 100 watts per channel, the receiver can drive a variety of speakers, delivering rich and clear sound across a wide range of frequencies. This power makes it suitable for both casual listening and more immersive home theater setups.

The RX-888VBK incorporates various advanced technologies, including JVC’s proprietary MOS-FET transistors. These devices enhance the audio quality by reducing distortion and improving dynamic range. The receiver also features an extensive equalizer that allows users to fine-tune their listening experience according to their personal preferences or the acoustic characteristics of their listening environment.

Another notable feature of the RX-888VBK is its multi-source and multi-zone capabilities. This allows users to enjoy different audio sources in different zones of their home simultaneously. It supports a range of input options, including multiple analog and digital connections, ensuring compatibility with a variety of devices such as CD players, turntables, and media players.

For added convenience, the JVC RX-888VBK includes a remote control, allowing users to adjust settings from a distance. This user-friendly design extends to its intuitive front panel, which features clearly labeled knobs and buttons for easy operation.

The receiver also includes a built-in AM/FM tuner with 30 preset stations, making it simple to access a wide range of radio content. Additionally, the RX-888VBK is equipped with a headphone jack for private listening, catering to those who prefer a more personal audio experience.

The JVC RX-888VBK is not just about power and features; it also boasts a sleek and stylish design that fits seamlessly into any audio setup. With its blend of high performance, versatility, and aesthetic appeal, the RX-888VBK remains a compelling choice for music lovers looking to enhance their audio enjoyment.
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