Activating the EX/ES/PLIIx setting

For multi-channel digital software, you can activate the EX/ES/PLIIx (6.1-channel) reproduction mode.

•Once you have set EX/ES/PLIIx (6.1-channel) reproduction mode, it is stored in memory and will be called up whenever you activate the Surround mode which the memorized EX/ES/PLIIx (6.1-channel) reproduction mode can be applied to.

EX/ES/PLIIx

Press EX/ES/PLIIx to select an appropriate setting for your enjoyment.

The currently selected EX/ES/PLIIx (6.1-channel) reproduction mode appears on the display.

•Each time you press the button, it changes as follows:

For details of applicable Surround mode, see “Surround Modes Applicable to the Various Software” on pages 46 and 47.

EX/ES:AUTO

According to the incoming signal, an

 

appropriate Surround mode is applied.

 

• For Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES,

 

6.1-channel reproduction is applied.

 

• For other multi-channel (more than

 

4 channel) encoded software, 5.1-channel

 

reproduction is applied.

 

 

EX/ES:ON*1

Select to apply 6.1-channel reproduction to

 

both 5.1-channel and 6.1-channel encoded

 

software.

 

 

PLIIx MOVIE*1 *2 Select to apply PLIIx MOVIE (6.1-channel) reproduction to both 5.1-channel and 6.1-channel encoded software.

PLIIx MUSIC*1

Select to apply PLIIx MUSIC (6.1-channel)

 

reproduction to both 5.1-channel and

 

6.1-channel encoded software.

 

 

EX/ES:OFF*3

Select to cancel the EX/ES/PLIIx

 

(6.1-channel) reproduction.

 

 

*1 When you have set the surround back speakers to “NONE” (see page 34), you can enjoy up to 5.1-channel sounds using the VIRTUAL SB (Surround Back).

*2 When using PLIIx Movie to reproduce Dolby Digital or DTS software, this receiver applies Dolby Digital EX (DOLBY D EX) or DTS plus Dolby Digital EX (DTS + DD EX) processing (6.1-channel reproduction) to the software.

*3 When “EX/ES:OFF” is selected, “PLII MOVIE” and “PLII MUSIC” will be activated for 2-channel software. (See page 44.)

Notes:

•If you want to use “PLIIx MOVIE” or “PLIIx MUSIC” for analog sources or digital 2-channel software, select “EX/ES:AUTO,” “EX/ES:ON,” “PLIIx MOVIE,” or “PLIIx MUSIC” in this setting.

•When the Zone 2 speakers are activated or the surround speakers are set to “NONE,” you cannot activate this setting and “NO SURR SP” appears on the display.

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RX-8040B specifications

The JVC RX-8040B is a versatile home theater receiver that combines impressive audio performance with advanced technology, making it a popular choice for music and movie enthusiasts alike. Designed to meet the demands of modern home entertainment systems, this receiver is packed with features that enhance user experience and provide connectivity options for various devices.

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