JVC RX-5030VBK Using Surround Modes, Select the source you want to listen to and start playing

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Make sure that you have set the speaker information correctly (see pages 13 and 14).

If only the front speakers are connected, you cannot use Surround/DSP modes.

You cannot use DSP modes if no surround speakers are connected.

Do not change the speaker setting while using any Surround/DSP modes; otherwise, the Surround/DSP modes may be canceled when you deactivate the speakers required for the Surround/DSP modes.

Front panel

DSP SURROUND

RX–5032VAUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER

SURROUND/DSP

SURROUND/DSP OFF

Remote control

DISPLAY MODE

DSP

SURROUND SURROUND/DSP OFF

REMOTE CONTROL

Using Surround Modes

Speaker layouts required for Surround modes are as follows:

5 channels

(Front, center, and surround speakers

are connected.)

• 4 channels

(Front and surround speakers are connected.)

3 channels

(Front and center speakers are

connected.)

7Operating procedure

1Select the source you want to listen to and start playing.

When playing back software encoded with Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround, select the digital input mode (see page 15).

2Press SURROUND.

The appropriate Surround mode will be activated according to the incoming signal.

• DOLBY DIGITAL:

Activated if you are playing back multi-channel software encoded with Dolby Digital.

• DTS SURROUND:

Activated if you are playing back software encoded with DTS Digital Surround.

• PLII MUSIC* or PLII MOVIE:

Activated if you are playing back any software other than the above. (The last one selected will be activated.)

The PRO LOGIC II indicator lights up on the display.

Press SURROUND repeatedly to select the one appropriate for the source.

*When “PLII MUSIC” is selected, you can select Panorama control to enjoy “wraparound” sound effect with side-wall image (see pages 17 and 18 for the setting procedure).

Notes:

When “DOLBY DIGITAL” or “DTS SURROUND” is selected with no surround speakers connected, the surround sounds are downmixed and output from the front speakers.

For the available Surround modes according to the input signals, see “Available Surround/DSP modes for each input signal” on page 23.

To adjust the speaker output level and select Panorama

control for Pro Logic II Music, see pages 17 to 19. The adjustment is memorized for each source (except for Panorama control).

To turn off Surround mode, press SURROUND/DSP OFF.

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Contents RX-5030VBK Page RX-5030VBK Setting the Voltage Selector Switch Before InstallationPrecautions Checking the Supplied AccessoriesTable of Contents Parts Identification Front PanelDisplay Rear Panel Remote ControlFM antenna connection Connecting the AM and FM AntennasGetting Started AM antenna connectionHow to connect the subwoofer Connecting the Speakers and SubwooferConnection diagram Speaker layout diagram How to connect speaker cordsIf your audio components have a Compu Link jack Connecting Audio/Video ComponentsGetting Started Analog Connections Audio component connectionsVideo component connections VCRDVD Replace the cover Connecting the Power CordPutting Batteries in the Remote Control Plug the power cord into an AC outletSelecting the Source to Play Turning On the PowerFront panel Remote control Basic OperationsPress Speakers ON/OFF on the front Panel Adjusting the VolumeBasic Operations Selecting Different Sources for Picture SoundChanging the Display Brightness Turning Off the Power With the Sleep TimerBasic adjustment auto memory For recording Turning Off the Sound Temporarily-MutingBasic Settings Using Multi JOG Dial Basic SettingsDynamic range compression-DCOMPRESSION Selecting the Digital Input TerminalsCrossover frequency-CROSSOVER Low Frequency Effect attenuator-LFE AttenuatePress Input Digital Basic SettingsSelecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode Select digital input modeTo turn on the subwoofer, press the button again Sound AdjustmentsTurn Multi JOG dial to select an Appropriate value Sound AdjustmentsSound Adjustments Using Multi JOG Dial Press AdjustSound Adjustments Using Remote Control Adjusting Speaker Output Levels Using Test TonePress Sound Press Test Select a speaker you want to adjustAdjusting Subwoofer Output Level Make sure the subwoofer setting is set to YES seeTuner Operations Setting the AM TunerUsing Preset Tuning Tuning in to Stations ManuallyStation previously stored will be erased Selecting the FM Reception ModeTuning in to a Preset Station On the front panel Tuner OperationsTypical multi-channel 5.1 channel reproduction Creating Realistic Sound FieldsSurround modes DSP modesHall Creating Realistic Sound FieldsCreating sound field All Channel Stereo reproductionDolby Digital Using Surround ModesSelect the source you want to listen to and start playing Press SurroundTo adjust the speaker output level and the effect level for Using DSP ModesSignal and speaker indicators on the display Adjustable items and selected Surround/DSP modeSynchronized Recording Compu Link Remote Control SystemPress the play 3 button on the CD player Automatic Source SelectionVideo cable connection AV Compu Link Remote Control SystemConnecting procedure AV Compu Link connectionOne-Touch DVD Play Automatic Selection of the TV Input ModeAutomatic Power On/Off One-Touch Video PlayTuner Sound AdjustmentOperating JVC’s Audio/Video Components Operating Audio ComponentsCD recorder CD playerCassette deck CD changerOperating JVC’s Audio/Video Components Operating Video ComponentsDVD player To change the transmission signals for operating a TV Operating Other Manufacturers’ Video EquipmentTry to operate your TV by pressing Try to operate your DVD player by pressing To change the transmission signals for operating a VCROperating Other Manufacturers’ Video Equipment Try to operate your VCR by pressingProblem Possible Cause Solution TroubleshootingAmplifier SpecificationsFM tuner IHF AM tunerGeneral AUDIO/VIDEO

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