JVC RX-F10S manual Troubleshooting, Problem Possible Cause Solution

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Troubleshooting

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

 

 

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

 

SOLUTION

 

 

The power does not come on.

The power cord is not plugged in.

Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The receiver turns off (enters standby

Speakers are overloaded because of high

1.

Stop the playback source.

 

 

mode).

volume.

2.

Turn on the receiver again, then turn the

 

 

 

 

 

volume down.

Power

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Speakers are overloaded because of a

Check the speaker wiring. If speaker wiring

 

 

 

 

 

 

short circuit at the speaker terminals.

is not short-circuited, contact your dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The receiver is overloaded because of a

Consult your dealer after unplugging the

 

 

 

high voltage.

power cord.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“OVER HEAT” flashes on the display,

The receiver is overloaded because of high

Turn on the receiver again. If the receiver

 

 

then the receiver turns off.

volume or long time usage.

turns off soon, consult your dealer after

 

 

 

 

unplugging the power cord.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No sound from speakers.

Speaker signal cables are not connected.

Check speaker wiring, then reconnect if

 

 

 

 

 

necessary (see page 6) after unplugging

 

 

 

 

the power cord.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Connections are incorrect.

Check the audio connections (see pages 7

 

 

 

 

to 11) after unplugging the power cord.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

An incorrect source is selected.

Select the correct source.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Muting is activated.

Press MUTING to cancel the mute (see

 

 

 

 

page 15).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

An incorrect input mode (analog or digital)

Select the correct input mode (analog or

Sound

 

 

is selected.

digital).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TV Direct is activated.

Deactivate TV Direct (see page 14).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sound from one speaker only.

Speaker signal cables are not connected

Check speaker wiring and reconnect if

 

 

 

properly.

necessary (see page 6) after unplugging

 

 

 

 

the power cord.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bass sound is reinforced too much

Appropriate bass level is not selected.

Adjust audio position level (see page 14).

 

 

when listening in stereo.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sounds are intermittently distorted by

When you use the digital coaxial connection,

This is not a malfunction.

 

 

the outside noise such as a lightning

the sounds may be intermittently distorted

 

 

 

 

discharge.

by the outside noise such as a lightning

 

 

 

 

 

discharge but the sound will be restored

 

 

 

 

 

automatically.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remote control does not operate as

The remote control is not ready for your

Set the mode selector correctly, then press

 

 

 

you intend.

intended operation.

the corresponding source selecting button

control

 

 

 

or SOUND before operation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remote control does not work.

sensor on the receiver.

Remove the obstruction.

 

 

There is an obstruction hiding the remote

Remote

 

 

 

 

 

 

The mode selector is set to the incorrect

Set the mode selector to the proper

 

 

 

Batteries are weak.

Replace batteries.

 

 

 

position.

position.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Buttons cannot be used.

TV Direct is activated.

Deactivate TV Direct (see page 14).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Continuous hiss or buzzing during FM

Incoming signal is too weak.

Connect an outdoor FM antenna or contact

 

 

 

 

reception.

 

your dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The station is too far away.

Select another station.

Tuner

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The wrong antenna is being used.

Check with your dealer to be sure you have

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the correct antenna.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Antennas are not connected properly.

Check the connections.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Occasional cracking noise during FM

Ignition noise from automobiles.

Move the antenna farther from automobile

 

 

reception.

 

traffic.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents For Customer Use RX-F10SFor U.S.A For Canada/pour Le CanadaFor Canada/pour le Canada Table of Contents Parts identification Remote controlRear panel Front panelDisplay window Putting batteries in the remote control Before InstallationChecking the supplied accessories Getting startedFM antenna connection Connecting the FM and AM antennasAM antenna connection Speaker Layout Diagram Connecting the speakersConnecting the speakers Connecting the powered subwooferTurn off all components before making connections Connecting video componentsNot supplied Only for DVD recorder To S-video inputAbout DVD Multi Green Blue RedWhite Connecting a TV Connecting a DBS tunerDigital connection Connecting the power cordDigital input terminals Digital output terminalTo turn off the power into standby Turn on the powerSelecting the analog or digital input mode Basic operationsListening with headphones Adjust the volumeSelecting the digital decode mode Activating TV Direct Adjusting the subwoofer audio positionPress TV Direct AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBSBasic adjustment of auto memory Turning off the power with the Sleep TimerSignal and speaker indicators on the display Turning off the sounds temporarilyTake your position where you listen to Sound Basic settingsFrom the remote control only Basic setting items Setting subwoofer information-SUBWOOFER Operating procedureSetting the speakers Setting the speaker distance Setting bass soundSetting subwoofer output-SUBWFR OUT Setting the crossover frequency-CROSS OverSelecting the main or sub channel Using the Midnight modeAuto Sroff Auto SR onVCR S/C VCR CompntBasic adjustment items Sound adjustmentsPress Adjust Turn Multi JOG to adjust the selected itemAdjusting the center tone-CENTER Tone Adjusting speaker output levelAdjusting the effect level for DSP modes-EFFECT Attenuating the input signal-INPUT ATT Adjusting the bass soundsSelecting the subwoofer sound phase-SBWFR Reinforcing the bass-BASS BoostUsing preset tuning Tuning in to stations manuallyTo store the preset stations Tuner operationsTo tune in a preset station Selecting the FM reception modeFrom the remote control Press FM/AM to select the band Press Tuner PresetReproducing theater ambience Creating realistic sound fieldsIntroducing the Surround modes Dolby DigitalDTS 3D Headphone modeAbout other digital signals Digital Acoustic Processor DAP modes All Channel Stereo mode ALL CH STIntroducing the DSP modes Virtual Surround Back Using the Surround/DSP modesTo cancel Surround/DSP modes Turn Multi JOG to select the Surround/DSP mode you wantSelect and play any source other than DVD Multi Press SurroundConnections 1 AV Compu Link connection AV Compu Link remote control systemConnections 2 Video cable connection CaseAutomatic selection of TV’s input mode Connecting procedureAutomatic power on/off One-touch video playVCR Operating other JVC productsChannel + REC PauseDVR/DVD DVD recorder or DVD playerTOP MENU/MENU ZoomOperating other manufacturers’ products Changing the transmittable signals for operating a TVRelease TV Try to operate your TV by pressing TVRelease VCR Changing the transmittable signals for operating a VCRTry to operate your VCR by pressing VCR Manufacturers’ codes for VCRManufacturers’ codes for Catv converter Release DBSManufacturers’ codes for DBS tuner Release DVR/DVDProblem Possible Cause Solution TroubleshootingAmplifier SpecificationsFM tuner IHF AM tunerLimited Warranty Authorized Service Centers RX-F10S Home Theater Receiver Recepteur Pour Cinema Maison Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses English Parts identification Front panel Getting started Connecting the FM and AM antennas Connecting the speakers Connecting video components Green Blue Red White Red DBS tuner Composite video cable not supplied You can connect any digital componens which have an optical Basic operations Adjust the volume Position Adjusting the subwoofer audioTurning off the sounds temporarily Basic settings Basic setting items 12 cm Setting the crossover frequency-CROSS Over Dual Mono Setting Auto Surround-AUTO Surrnd Sound adjustments Surround/DSP modes Adjusting the sound parameters forAdjusting the effect level for DSP modes-EFFECT Adjusting the bass sounds From the remote control only Press the numeric buttons 1 10, +10 to Plii Music Pro Logic II Movie Plii Movie and Pro Logic II Music PliiPlii Movie English Introducing the DSP modes SML/LRG AUTO/ON EX/ES settingActivating the Surround/DSP modes AV Compu Link remote control system Connecting procedure Operating other JVC products Return CancelDVD/CARD DimmerProducts Operating otherManufacturers’ English Release DBS Troubleshooting Power Requirements AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power Consumption EN, FR Victor Company of JAPAN, Limited 0404MWMMDWJEIN

RX-F10S specifications

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