JVC RX-8000VBK manual Getting Started, Before Installation, Checking the Supplied Accessories

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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˚ C and 35˚ C (23˚ F and 95˚ F).

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

Handling the receiver

•Do not insert any metal object into the receiver.

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

•Do not expose the receiver to rain or moisture.

Checking the Supplied Accessories

Check to be sure you have all of the following items, which are supplied with the receiver.

The number in the parentheses indicates quantity of the pieces supplied.

•Remote Control (1)

•Batteries (2)

•AM Loop Antenna (1)

•FM Antenna (1)

If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.

Connecting the FM and AM

Antennas

FM Antenna Connections

A

ANTENNA

75

B

 

ANTENNA

75

 

FMAXIAL

 

 

FMAXIAL

 

 

CO

 

 

 

CO

 

AM

AM

 

AM

 

AM

 

LOOP

EXT

 

LOOP

 

EXT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FM Antenna

 

 

 

ANTENNA

 

Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.

 

FM 75

 

 

 

 

 

 

COAXIAL

 

 

 

 

AM

Outdoor FM Antenna Cable

LOOP

AM

EXT

A. Using the Supplied FM Antenna

The FM antenna provided can be connected to the FM 75Ω COAXIAL terminal as temporary measure.

B. Using the Standard Type Connector (Not Supplied)

A standard type connector should be connected to the FM 75Ω COAXIAL terminal.

Note:

If reception is poor, connect the outdoor antenna.

Before attaching a 75Ω coaxial cable (the kind with a round wire going to an outdoor antenna), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.

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Contents RX-8000VBK For U.S.A Table of Contents Front Panel Remote ControlParts Identification Checking the Supplied Accessories Before InstallationConnecting the FM and AM Antennas Getting StartedBasic connecting procedure Connecting the SpeakersConnecting the front speakers AM Antenna ConnectionsConnecting the rear and center speakers Connecting Audio/Video ComponentsConnecting the subwoofer speaker Analog connectionsVideo component connections Cassette deck or MD recorderCD recorder DVD player Video cameraTV and/or DBS tuner Digital output terminal Digital connectionsDigital input terminals Putting Batteries in the Remote Control Connecting the Power CordPlug the power cord into an AC outlet R6PSUM-3/AA15FFrom the remote control Turning the Power On and Off StandbyBasic Operations Selecting the Source to PlaySelecting the Front Speakers Adjusting the VolumeEtc Selecting different sources for picture and soundAdjusting the Subwoofer Output Level Attenuating the Input SignalMuting the Sound Reinforcing the BassAdjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance Basic SettingsRecording a Source Changing the Source NamePress Setting repeatedly until Setting the Subwoofer InformationSetting the Speakers for the DSP Modes Turn Multi JOG to select Delay time of the rear speakerOutput Frequency appears on the displaySelecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode Digital Input Digital in Terminal SettingTurn Source Selector until To set the Digital 1 terminalShowing the Text Information on Display Adjust the sound using the functions listed above Storing the Basic Settings Adjustments One Touch OperationUsing the Sleep Timer Press ONE Touch OPERATION. OnetouchoperationReceiving Radio Broadcasts Tuning in Stations Manually Using Preset TuningTurn Source Selector to select the band FM or AM Press TUNER/SEA MemorySelecting the FM Reception Mode Assigning Names to Preset StationsCreating Your Own SEA Mode Using the SEA ModesSelecting Your Favorite SEA Mode Press SEA Adjust repeatedlyDAP modes Using the DSP Modes3D-PHONIC modes Surround modes DVD Multi Playback ModeDolby Surround Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic DTS Digital SurroundAvailable DSP Modes According to the Speaker Arrangement By pressing DSP Mode By pressing Surround ModeSpeaker arrangements Available DSP modes FrontAdjusting the DAP Modes Adjusting the 3D-PHONIC ModesAdjusting the Surround Modes Press Test again to stop the test tone. Test Adjust the center toneTurn Multi JOG to select the center tone level you want To make the dialogue clearer, select Center SHARP1Ù PRO Logic and DSP indicators also light up on the display JVC Theater Surround adjustmentsRepeatedly until Theater Appears on the displayActivating the DSP Modes To cancel the Dolby/DTS Surround modeFront panel button lights up Select and play a sound sourceRepeatedly until the DSP mode you Mode you want appears on DisplayTo cancel the DSP mode Want appears on the displayActivating the DVD Multi Playback Mode Using the DVD Multi Playback ModeTurn Source Selector until DVD Multi appears on the display Refer to the manual supplied with the DVD playerMulti appears on the display 10 keys are activated for adjusting the soundPress DVD Multi so that DVD When you finish, press Exit Using the On-Screen MenusPress Menu Press %/ Þto move to Visual@/ # Press %/ Þto move to Sound CONTROL, then press @/ #Selecting Your Favorite SEA Mode Adjusting the DVD Multi Playback ModeCreating Your Own SEA Mode Press %/ Þto move to Surround LEVEL, then press @/ #Press SET to store the setting into the SEA Usermode Press %/ Þ/ @/ #to adjust the SEA mode as you wantPress %/ Þto move To SETTING, then press @/ # Setting the Basic Setting Items Also seeStoring the Preset Stations Also see Press %/ Þto move to Preset NAME, then press SETAssigning Names to Preset Stations Press %/ Þ / @/ #to Move in front of a character you wantRemote Control through the Remote Sensor on the Receiver Compu Link Remote Control SystemSame time Synchronized RecordingCD player MD recorder Text Compu Link Remote Control SystemDisplaying the Disc Information on the TV screen Disc Search Only for CD PlayerShowing the Disc Information on the TV Screen Press Text Display while CD or MD is selected as the sourceTo exit from the Disc information screen Disc Information screen appears on the TVPress %/ Þto move To SEARCH, then Press SET Press Text Display while CD is selected as the sourcePress %/ Þto move To Performer Then press SET Press SET againPress %/ Þto move To GENRE, then Press SET Press %/ Þto move to Search Then press SETPress %/ Þto move To Title INPUT, then press SET Entering the Disc InformationPress %/ Þto move to the genre you want, then press SET Press Text Display while MD is selected as the sourcePress %/ Þto move to Title Input Then press SET For the MD recorderAV Compu Link Remote Control System Automatic Power On/Off Automatic Selection of TV’s Input ModeOne-Touch Video Play One-Touch DVD PlayOperating Audio Components Operating JVC’s Audio/Video ComponentsTuner Sound control section AmplifierCD recorder CD player-changerTurntable Cassette deckVCR 1 VCR connected to the VCR 1 jacks Operating Video ComponentsDVD player Returns to the beginning of the current or previous trackTry to operate your TV by pressing TV Power Release TV PowerIf there are more than one code listed for your brand of TV Operating Other Manufacturers’ Video EquipmentIf there are more than one code listed for your brand Release CATV/DBS PowerTry to operate your Catv converter by pressing Try to operate your DBS tuner by pressingTry to operate your VCR by pressing VCR 1 Power Release VCR 1 PowerProblem Possible Cause Solution TroubleshootingAmplifier SpecificationsAudio VideoFM tuner IHF Tuning Range Usable Sensitivity Signal-to-Noise RatioAM tuner General1099 781 954 650Valley Road Wayne, NJ Limited Warranty AUDIO-2 JVC 0100HIMMDWJEIN

RX-8000VBK specifications

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