JVC RX-668VBK manual Getting Started, Before Installation, Connecting the FM and AM Antennas

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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

ANTENNA

75L

B

ANTENNA

75L

 

 

FMAXIA

 

 

FMAXIA

 

 

CO

 

 

CO

 

AM

AM

 

AM

AM

 

EXT

 

EXT

 

LOOP

 

LOOP

FM Antenna

ANTENNA

Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.

 

FM 75

 

COAXIAL

 

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.

AM

Outside 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 outside antenna.

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

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Contents RX-668VBK RX-668VBK Table of Contents Parts Identification Remote ControlFront Panel To use the Cursor control buttons q on the front panelConnecting the FM and AM Antennas Before InstallationChecking the Supplied Accessories Getting StartedBasic connecting procedure Connecting the SpeakersConnecting the front speakers Connecting the rear and center speakersAudio component connections Connecting Audio/Video ComponentsConnecting the subwoofer speaker Video component connections Putting Batteries in the Remote Control Connecting the Power CordPlug the power cord into an AC outlet Replace the coverFrom the remote control Turning the Power On and Off StandbyBasic Operations On the front panelRecording a Source Selecting the Front SpeakersMuting the Sound Adjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance Attenuating the Input SignalAdjusting the Tone Reinforcing the BassPress Setting so that the cursor Setting Center and Rear Speakers for DSP ModesChanging the Source Name Press TAPE/MDPress ONE Touch Operation Using the Sleep TimerAdjust the sound using the functions listed above Using Preset Tuning Tuning in Stations ManuallyReceiving Radio Broadcasts Press FM/AM to select the bandTo tune in a preset station Press 10 keys to select a preset channel numberWhen an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or noisy Press FM/AM3D-PHONIC modes Using the DSP ModesDAP modes Surround ModesFront Available DSP Modes According to the Speaker ArrangementRear Rear SpeakerAdjusting DAP Digital Acoustic Processor Modes Adjusting the 3D-PHONIC ModesUntil the mode PRO Logic Or Theater appears on Display Press Rearl / + to adjust the rear speaker output levelPress Test to check the speaker Output balanceTo cancel the DSP mode Press Surround repeatedly Until the DSP mode you wantActivating the DSP Modes Select and play a sound sourceActivating the DVD Multi Playback Mode Using the DVD Multi Playback ModeUsing the On-Screen Menus Adjusting the DVD Multi Playback Mode Adjusting the DSP ModesPress any one of %/ Þ/ @/ # Press %/ Þto move to Surround LEVEL, then press @/ #Press % / Þto move to SETTING, then press @/ # Press % / Þ/ @/ #to adjust the tone as you wantPress %/ Þto move To Preset MEMORY, then press @/ # Press any one of % / Þ / @/ #Remote Control through the Remote Sensor on the Receiver Compu Link Remote Control SystemSame time Automatic Source SelectionCD player MD recorder Text Compu Link Remote Control SystemDisplaying the Disc Information on the TV screen Disc Search Only for CD PlayerTo exit from the Disc information screen Press Text Display while CD or MD is selected as the sourceShowing the Disc Information on the TV Screen Press %/ Þto move To SEARCH, then Press OSD SET Press Text Display while CD is selected as the sourcePress %/ Þto move To Performer Then press OSD SET Press OSD SET againPress %/ Þto move To GENRE, then Press OSD SET Press %/ Þto move To Search Then press OSD SETPress %/ Þto move To Title INPUT, then press OSD SET Entering the Disc InformationEnter the disc title, referring to steps 3 Up to 32 characters to this User FilePress %/ Þto move to the genre you want, then press OSD SET Press Text Display while MD is selected as the sourceWhen turning on the TV for the first time after AV Compu Link Remote Control SystemVolume to the minimum using the TV volume AC outletsAutomatic Power On/Off Automatic Selection of TV’s Input ModeOne-Touch Video Play One-Touch DVD PlayTuner Operating JVC’s Audio/Video ComponentsSound control section Amplifier CD playerDVD player Cassette deckMD recorder Try 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 EquipmentTry to operate your VCR by pressing VCR Power Release VCR PowerRelease CATV/SAT Power Manufacturer CodesProblem Possible Cause Solution TroubleshootingWatts per channel, min. RMS, driven into SpecificationsOhms, 40 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0.8% Total harmonic distortionGeneral FM tuner IHFAM tuner 1098 781 954 650Valley Road Wayne, NJ Limited Warranty AUDIO-2 1298HIMMDWJEM

RX-668VBK specifications

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