AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER RX-6040B/RX-6042S RX-5040B/RX-5042S/RX-5045B TA/NEWS/INFO DISPLAY MODE INSTRUCTIONS For Customer Use: Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located either on the rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this information for future reference. Model No. Serial No. LVT1140-001A [J] Cover_RX-60_5040[J]f.p65 3 03.12.
Warnings, Cautions and Others/ Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Table of Contents Parts Identification ...................................... 2 Adjusting Sound ........................................ 23 Getting Started ........................................... 5 Basic Adjustment Items ............................................................ 23 Basic Procedure ........................................................................ 23 7 Adjusting the Equalization Patterns ..................................... 24 7 Adjusting the Speaker Output Levels ...........
Parts Identification Front Panel 1 2 34 7 8 9 6 5 p MASTER VOLUME RX–6030V AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER STANDBY SURROUND DIMMER STANDBY/ON DSP INPUT DIGITAL DUAL MONO 3D - PHONIC VIRTUAL SB H.
Display 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 90 DUAL MONO 3D - PHONIC VIRTUAL SB H.PHONE 96/24 TUNED STEREO AUTO MUTING SLEEP PROLOGIC DSP DIGITAL EQ BASS BOOST % INPUT ATT VOLUME ^ See pages in parentheses for details. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ! @ SB $ # -= ~ ANALOG indicator (14) DUAL MONO indicator (26, 27) H.
Parts Identification Rear Panel RX-6040B/RX-6042S 1 2 3 4 DIGITAL 1 (DVD) OUT (REC) TAPE DIGITAL 3 ( TV ) /CDR IN (PLAY) RIGHT DVD IN DVD IN SUB WOOFER TV SOUND IN LEFT FRONT SPEAKERS RIGHT LEFT CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 8 16 COAXIAL ANTENNA LEFT VIDEO AUDIO SURROUND SPEAKERS FM 75 VCR IN (PLAY) SURR RIGHT CENTER SPEAKER RIGHT LEFT CENTER RIGHT DVD IN OUT (REC) VCR IN (PLAY) PR VCR IN AM LOOP LEFT FRONT OUT (REC) AM EXT MONITOR OUT AUDIO PB MONITOR OUT COMPU LINK-
Getting Started This section explains how to connect audio/video components and speakers to the receiver, and how to connect the power supply. Notes: Before Installation General Precautions • 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 and dust.
Getting Started AM antenna connections Connecting the speakers For RX-6040B/RX-6042S 1 3 2 AM Loop Antenna (supplied) 4 EFT T L HT RIG HT T LEF RIG + HT – LEF RIG + + – – AM EXT AM LOOP For RX-5040B/RX-5042S/RX-5045B Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the AM loop antenna.
Connecting the subwoofer Connecting Audio/Video Components You can enhance the bass by connecting a subwoofer. Connect the input jack of a powered subwoofer to the rear panel, using a cable with RCA pin plugs (not supplied). When connecting individual components, refer also to the manuals supplied with them. Analog Connections Audio component connections Use the cables with RCA pin plugs (not supplied). • Connect the white plug to the audio left jack, and the red plug to the audio right jack.
Getting Started Video component connections TV Use the cables with RCA pin plugs (not supplied). Connect the white plug to the audio left jack, the red plug to the audio right jack, and the yellow plug to the video jack.
DVD player • When you connect a DVD player with stereo output jacks: Only for RX-6040B/RX-6042S • When you connect a DVD player with its analog discrete output (5.1-channel reproduction) jacks: This connection is the best connection method for enjoying DVD Audio sounds. • When a DVD Audio disc is played back, the original highquality sounds can be reproduced only using this connection.
Getting Started Digital Connections Notes: By connecting the receiver and the source component through the digital terminals, sound reproduction quality will be much improved. In addition, you can enjoy multi-channel reproduction and some other convenient functions. IMPORTANT: • When connecting a video component using the digital terminals, you also need to connect it to the video jacks on the rear. Without connecting it to the video jacks, you can view no playback picture.
Basic Operations The following operations are commonly used when you play any sound sources. Operations hereafter will be explained using the buttons on the front panel. You can also use the buttons on the remote control for the same functions if they have the same and similar names/marks.
Basic Operations Speaker and signal indicators on the display By checking the following indicators, you can easily confirm which speakers you are activating and which signals are coming into this receiver. Speaker indicators Signal indicators Selecting different sources for picture and sound While watching pictures from a video source, you can listen to sound of an audio source.
Listening with headphones: Remote NOT You can enjoy not only stereo software but also multichannel software through the headphones. (Sounds are down-mixed to the front channels while playing multi-channel software.) Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode When you have connected digital source components using the both analog and digital terminals (see pages 7 to 10), you can select the input mode—either digital or analog—for these components. 1 Press SPEAKERS ON/OFF to deactivate the speakers.
Basic Operations When playing software encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS, the following symptoms may occur: • Sound does not come out at the beginning of playback. • Noise comes out while searching for or skipping chapters or tracks. In this case, press INPUT DIGITAL repeatedly to select “DOLBY DIGITAL” or “DTS SURROUND.
The following basic operations are possible only using the remote control. Using the Sleep Timer Using the Sleep Timer, you can fall asleep while listening to music. When the shut-off time comes, the receiver turns off automatically. Press SLEEP repeatedly.
Receiving Radio Broadcasts You can browse through all the stations or use the preset function to go immediately to a particular station. Tuning in to Stations Manually Remote NOT 1 Select the band (FM or AM). Using Preset Tuning • For RX-6040B/RX-6042S: Press FM or AM. Once a station is assigned to a channel number, the station can be quickly tuned in. You can preset up to 30 FM and 15 AM stations. • For RX-5040B/RX-5042S/RX-5045B: Press FM/AM.
To tune in a preset station Selecting the FM Reception Mode On the front panel: 1 Select the band (FM or AM). • For RX-6040B/RX-6042S: Press FM or AM. • For RX-5040B/RX-5042S/RX-5045B: Press FM/AM. Each time you press the button, the band alternates between FM and AM. 2 Press FM/AM PRESET 5 or ∞ until you find the channel you want. When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or noisy, you can change the FM reception mode while receiving an FM broadcast.
Basic Settings Some of the following settings are required after connecting and positioning your speakers while others will make operations easier. You can use QUICK SPEAKER SETUP to easily set up your speaker configuration. Quick Speaker Setup Remote NOT Quick Speaker Setup helps you to easily and quickly register the speaker size and speaker distance according to your listening room to create the best possible surround effect. • You can also register each speaker’s information manually.
Basic Setting Items Basic Procedure Remote NOT On the following pages, you can adjust the following items: • You can only select the items currently available. For details, see the explanation of each item. Items To do 1 SUBWOOFER* See page Register your subwoofer. 20 FRNT SPEAKERS*1 Register your front speaker size. 20 CNTR SPEAKER*1 Register your center speaker size. 20 1 SURR SPEAKERS* Register your surround speaker size.
Basic Settings Setting the Speakers To obtain the best possible surround effect from the Surround and DSP modes, register the setting about the speaker arrangement after all connections are completed. • If you have used Quick Speaker Setup on page 18, this setting is not required. ¶ Subwoofer setting—SUBWOOFER Select whether you have connected a subwoofer or not. SUBWOOFER YES: Select when a subwoofer is connected. SUBWOOFER NO: Select when no subwoofer is used.
¶ Crossover frequency—CROSSOVER You can select the crossover frequency for the small speakers used. The signals below the preset frequency level will be sent to and be reproduced by the subwoofer (or by “LARGE” speakers when “SUBWOOFER” is set to “SUBWOOFER NO”). Select one of the crossover frequency levels according to the size of the small speaker connected. CROSS 80HZ: Select when the cone speaker unit built in the speaker is about 12 cm (4 3/4 inches).
Basic Settings Notes: For RX-6040B/RX-6042S: • This function does not take effect in the following cases: – While playing an analog source, – While selecting any of DSP modes (see page 28), or one of the fixed digital input mode—“DOLBY DIGITAL” or “DTS SURROUND” (see page 14), and – While listening with the headphones—“HEADPHONE” or “3D H PHONE” (see pages 13 and 26).
Adjusting Sound You can make sound adjustment to your preference after completing basic settings. Basic Adjustment Items Basic Procedure Remote NOT On the following pages, you can adjust the following items: • You can adjust only the items applicable to the current sound mode. Items To do See page DEQ 63HZ Adjust equalizer pattern at 63 Hz. 24 DEQ250HZ Adjust equalizer pattern at 250 Hz. 24 DEQ 1KHZ Adjust equalizer pattern at 1 kHz. 24 DEQ 4KHZ Adjust equalizer pattern at 4 kHz.
Adjusting Sound Adjusting the Equalization Patterns Only for RX-6040B/RX-6042S: You can adjust the equalization patterns to your preference. • Once you have made adjustment, it is memorized for each source. For Surround and DSP modes (when the center speaker is connected) ¶ Equalization adjustment—DEQ 63HZ, DEQ250HZ, DEQ 1KHZ, DEQ 4KHZ, DEQ16KHZ CENTER TONE: Adjust the center tone. As the number increases, the dialogue becomes clearer so that the human voices change from soft to sharp.
Using the Surround Modes This unit activates a variety of Surround modes automatically. The basic settings and adjustments stored (see pages 18 to 24) are applied automatically. Reproducing Theater Ambience Introducing the Surround Modes In a movie theater, many speakers are located on the walls to reproduce impressive multi-surround sounds, reaching you from all directions. With these many speakers, sound localization and sound movement can be expressed.
Using the Surround Modes DTS*2 DTS is another digital signal compression method, developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc., and enables multi-channel encoding and decoding (1ch up to 6.1ch). • When DTS signal is detected through the digital input, the indicator lights up on the display. DTS Digital Surround DTS Digital Surround (DTS SURROUND) is another discrete 5.1-channel digital audio format available on CD, LD, and DVD software.
Activating the Surround Modes Available Surround modes vary depending on the incoming signals. • For analog sources and digital 2-channel software, you can select one of the following Surround modes. Each time you press SURROUND, Surround modes change as follows: Activating one of the Surround modes for a source automatically recalls the memorized settings and adjustments (see pages 18 to 24.
Using the DSP Modes This unit activates a variety of DSP modes automatically. The basic settings and adjustments stored (see pages 18 to 24) are applied automatically. Reproducing the Sound Field The sound heard in a concert hall, club, etc. consists of direct sound and indirect sound—early reflections and reflections from behind. Direct sounds reach the listener directly without any reflection. On the other hand, indirect sounds are delayed by the distances of the ceiling and walls.
All Channel Stereo This mode can reproduce a larger stereo sound field using all the connected (and activated) speakers. • If the surround speakers are set to “NONE,” you cannot select “ALL CH STEREO.” Activating the DSP Modes Activating one of the DSP modes for a source automatically recalls the memorized settings and adjustments (see pages 18 to 24.) Sound reproduced from normal stereo 1 Select and play any source (excluding “DVD MULTI” for RX-6040B/RX-6042S).
COMPU LINK Remote Control System The COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to operate JVC’s audio components through the remote sensor on the receiver. To use this remote control system, you need to connect JVC’s audio components through the COMPU LINK (SYNCHRO) jacks using the cables with monaural mini-plugs (not supplied, see below) in addition to the connections using cables with RCA pin plugs (see page 7). • Make sure that the AC power cords of these components are unplugged before connection.
AV COMPU LINK Remote Control System The AV COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to operate JVC’s video components (TV, VCR, and DVD player) through the receiver. RX-5040B/RX-5042S/RX-5045B are equipped with conventional AV COMPU LINK, while RX-6040B/RX-6042S are equipped with the AV COMPU LINK-III, which adds a function to operate JVC’s video components through the component video jacks.
AV COMPU LINK Remote Control System Connecting procedure 1 If you have already plugged your VCR, DVD player, TV and this receiver into the AC outlets, unplug their AC power cords first. 2 Connect your VCR, DVD player, TV and this receiver, using the cables with the monaural miniplugs (not supplied). • See “CONNECTIONS 1” on the previous page. 3 Connect the audio input/output jacks on VCR, DVD player, TV and this receiver using the cables with RCA pin plugs. • See pages 8 and 9.
Operating JVC’s Audio/Video Components You can operate JVC’s audio and video components with this receiver’s remote control, since control signals for JVC’s components are preset in the remote control.
Operating JVC’s Audio/Video Components If your CD changer is of 200-disc loading capability (except for XL-MC100 and XL-MC301), you can do the following operations using the 10 keys after pressing CD. 1 2 3 Select a disc number. Then select a track number (always enter two digits). Press 3 to start playback. Examples: • Selecting disc number 3, track number 2, and starting playback. Press 3, then, 0, 2, then 3. • Selecting disc number 10, track number 5, and starting playback.
Operating Other Manufacturers’ Video Equipment This remote control supplied for the receiver can transmit control signals for other manufacturers’ TVs, CATV converters, VCRs and DVD players. When operating the other manufacturers’ components, refer also to the manuals supplied with them. • After replacing batteries for the remote control, you need to set the manufactures’ codes again. To change the transmittable signals for operating another manufacturer’s TV 1 Set the TV/CATV selector to “TV.
Operating Other Manufacturers’ Video Equipment To change the transmittable signals for operating another manufacturer’s VCR To change the transmittable signals for operating another manufacturer’s DVD player 1 Press and hold STANDBY/ON 1 Press and hold STANDBY/ON VCR. DVD. 2 Press VCR. 2 Press DVD. 3 Enter a manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 – 9, and 0. 3 Enter a manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 – 9, and 0.
Troubleshooting Use this chart to help you solve daily operational problems. If there is any problem you cannot solve, contact your JVC’s service center. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The display does not light up. The power cord is not plugged in. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet. No sound from speakers. Speaker signal cables are not connected. Check speaker wiring and reconnect if necessary. (See page 6.) The SPEAKERS ON/OFF button is not set correctly.
Specifications Amplifier Output Power At Stereo operation Front channels: 100 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 8 Ω, 40 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion. Front channels: 100 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 8 Ω, at 1 kHz with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion. Center channel: 100 W, min. RMS, driven into 8 Ω, at 1 kHz with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion.
FM tuner (IHF) Tuning Range: 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz Usable Sensitivity Monaural: 12.8 dBf (1.2 µV/75 Ω) 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity Monaural: Stereo: 16.0 dBf (1.7 µV/75 Ω) 37.5 dBf (20.
LIMITED WARRANTY AUDIO-2 JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof, except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below. ("The Warranty Period") PARTS 2 LABOR YRS 2 YRS THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY (50) UNITED STATES, THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND IN COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO.
Authorized Service Centers ® QUALITY SERVICE HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER TOLL FREE: 1 (800) 537-5722 http://www.jvc.com Dear Customer, In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase,please read the instruction booklet before operating the unit.In the event that repairs are necessary, please call 1 (800)537-5722 for your nearest authorized servicer or visit our website at www.JVC.com Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service.
RX-6040B/RX-6042S RX-5040B/RX-5042S/RX-5045B AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED EN © 2004 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Cover_RX-60_5040[J]f.p65 2 0104RYMMDWJEIN 03.12.
English Français AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER RECEPTEUR DE COMMANDE AUDIO/VIDEO RX-6040B/RX-6042S RX-5040B/RX-5042S/RX-5045B TA/NEWS/INFO DISPLAY MODE INSTRUCTIONS MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS LVT1140-002A [C] Cover_RX-60_5040[C]f.
Warnings, Cautions and Others/ Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Parts Identification ...................................... 2 Adjusting Sound ........................................ 23 Getting Started ........................................... 5 Basic Adjustment Items ............................................................ 23 Basic Procedure ........................................................................ 23 7 Adjusting the Equalization Patterns ..................................... 24 7 Adjusting the Speaker Output Levels .............................
English Parts Identification Front Panel 1 2 34 7 8 9 6 5 p MASTER VOLUME RX–6030V AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER STANDBY SURROUND DIMMER STANDBY/ON DSP INPUT DIGITAL DUAL MONO 3D - PHONIC VIRTUAL SB H.
English Display 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 90 DUAL MONO 3D - PHONIC VIRTUAL SB H.PHONE 96/24 TUNED STEREO AUTO MUTING SLEEP PROLOGIC DSP DIGITAL EQ BASS BOOST % INPUT ATT VOLUME ^ See pages in parentheses for details. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ! @ SB $ # -= ~ ANALOG indicator (14) DUAL MONO indicator (26, 27) H.
English Parts Identification Rear Panel RX-6040B/RX-6042S 1 2 3 4 DIGITAL 1 (DVD) OUT (REC) TAPE DIGITAL 3 ( TV ) /CDR IN (PLAY) RIGHT DVD IN DVD IN SUB WOOFER TV SOUND IN LEFT FRONT SPEAKERS RIGHT LEFT CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 8 16 COAXIAL ANTENNA LEFT VIDEO AUDIO SURROUND SPEAKERS FM 75 VCR IN (PLAY) SURR RIGHT CENTER SPEAKER RIGHT LEFT CENTER RIGHT DVD IN OUT (REC) VCR IN (PLAY) PR VCR IN AM LOOP LEFT FRONT OUT (REC) AM EXT MONITOR OUT AUDIO PB MONITOR OUT CO
English Getting Started This section explains how to connect audio/video components and speakers to the receiver, and how to connect the power supply. Notes: Before Installation General Precautions • 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 and dust. • The temperature around the receiver must be between –5˚C and 35˚C.
English Getting Started AM antenna connections Connecting the speakers For RX-6040B/RX-6042S 1 3 2 AM Loop Antenna (supplied) 4 EFT T L HT RIG HT T LEF RIG + HT – LEF RIG + + – – AM EXT AM LOOP For RX-5040B/RX-5042S/RX-5045B Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the AM loop antenna.
English Connecting the subwoofer Connecting Audio/Video Components You can enhance the bass by connecting a subwoofer. Connect the input jack of a powered subwoofer to the rear panel, using a cable with RCA pin plugs (not supplied). When connecting individual components, refer also to the manuals supplied with them. Analog Connections Audio component connections Use the cables with RCA pin plugs (not supplied). • Connect the white plug to the audio left jack, and the red plug to the audio right jack.
English Getting Started Video component connections TV Use the cables with RCA pin plugs (not supplied). Connect the white plug to the audio left jack, the red plug to the audio right jack, and the yellow plug to the video jack.
English DVD player • When you connect a DVD player with stereo output jacks: Only for RX-6040B/RX-6042S • When you connect a DVD player with its analog discrete output (5.1-channel reproduction) jacks: This connection is the best connection method for enjoying DVD Audio sounds. • When a DVD Audio disc is played back, the original highquality sounds can be reproduced only using this connection.
English Getting Started Digital Connections Notes: By connecting the receiver and the source component through the digital terminals, sound reproduction quality will be much improved. In addition, you can enjoy multi-channel reproduction and some other convenient functions. IMPORTANT: • When connecting a video component using the digital terminals, you also need to connect it to the video jacks on the rear. Without connecting it to the video jacks, you can view no playback picture.
English Basic Operations The following operations are commonly used when you play any sound sources. Operations hereafter will be explained using the buttons on the front panel. You can also use the buttons on the remote control for the same functions if they have the same and similar names/marks.
English Basic Operations Speaker and signal indicators on the display By checking the following indicators, you can easily confirm which speakers you are activating and which signals are coming into this receiver. Speaker indicators Signal indicators Selecting different sources for picture and sound While watching pictures from a video source, you can listen to sound of an audio source.
Selecting the Analog or Digital Input Mode When you have connected digital source components using the both analog and digital terminals (see pages 7 to 10), you can select the input mode—either digital or analog—for these components. 1 Press SPEAKERS ON/OFF to deactivate the speakers. “HEADPHONE” appears for a while, and the H.PHONE indicator lights on the display.
English Basic Operations When playing software encoded with Dolby Digital or DTS, the following symptoms may occur: • Sound does not come out at the beginning of playback. • Noise comes out while searching for or skipping chapters or tracks. In this case, press INPUT DIGITAL repeatedly to select “DOLBY DIGITAL” or “DTS SURROUND.
English The following basic operations are possible only using the remote control. Using the Sleep Timer Using the Sleep Timer, you can fall asleep while listening to music. When the shut-off time comes, the receiver turns off automatically. Press SLEEP repeatedly.
English Receiving Radio Broadcasts You can browse through all the stations or use the preset function to go immediately to a particular station. Tuning in to Stations Manually Remote NOT 1 Select the band (FM or AM). Using Preset Tuning • For RX-6040B/RX-6042S: Press FM or AM. Once a station is assigned to a channel number, the station can be quickly tuned in. You can preset up to 30 FM and 15 AM stations. • For RX-5040B/RX-5042S/RX-5045B: Press FM/AM.
English To tune in a preset station Selecting the FM Reception Mode On the front panel: 1 Select the band (FM or AM). • For RX-6040B/RX-6042S: Press FM or AM. • For RX-5040B/RX-5042S/RX-5045B: Press FM/AM. Each time you press the button, the band alternates between FM and AM. 2 Press FM/AM PRESET 5 or ∞ until you find the channel you want. When an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or noisy, you can change the FM reception mode while receiving an FM broadcast.
English Basic Settings Some of the following settings are required after connecting and positioning your speakers while others will make operations easier. You can use QUICK SPEAKER SETUP to easily set up your speaker configuration. Quick Speaker Setup Remote NOT Quick Speaker Setup helps you to easily and quickly register the speaker size and speaker distance according to your listening room to create the best possible surround effect. • You can also register each speaker’s information manually.
Basic Procedure Remote NOT On the following pages, you can adjust the following items: • You can only select the items currently available. For details, see the explanation of each item. Items To do 1 SUBWOOFER* See page Register your subwoofer. 20 FRNT SPEAKERS*1 Register your front speaker size. 20 CNTR SPEAKER*1 Register your center speaker size. 20 1 SURR SPEAKERS* Register your surround speaker size. DISTANCE UNIT 1 FRONT L DIST* 1 20 Select the measuring unit for the speaker distance.
English Basic Settings Setting the Speakers To obtain the best possible surround effect from the Surround and DSP modes, register the setting about the speaker arrangement after all connections are completed. • If you have used Quick Speaker Setup on page 18, this setting is not required. ¶ Subwoofer setting—SUBWOOFER Select whether you have connected a subwoofer or not. SUBWOOFER YES: Select when a subwoofer is connected. SUBWOOFER NO: Select when no subwoofer is used.
You can select the crossover frequency for the small speakers used. The signals below the preset frequency level will be sent to and be reproduced by the subwoofer (or by “LARGE” speakers when “SUBWOOFER” is set to “SUBWOOFER NO”). Select one of the crossover frequency levels according to the size of the small speaker connected. CROSS 80HZ: Select when the cone speaker unit built in the speaker is about 12 cm (4 3/4 inches).
English Basic Settings Notes: For RX-6040B/RX-6042S: • This function does not take effect in the following cases: – While playing an analog source, – While selecting any of DSP modes (see page 28), or one of the fixed digital input mode—“DOLBY DIGITAL” or “DTS SURROUND” (see page 14), and – While listening with the headphones—“HEADPHONE” or “3D H PHONE” (see pages 13 and 26).
English Adjusting Sound You can make sound adjustment to your preference after completing basic settings. Basic Adjustment Items Basic Procedure Remote NOT On the following pages, you can adjust the following items: • You can adjust only the items applicable to the current sound mode. Items To do See page DEQ 63HZ Adjust equalizer pattern at 63 Hz. 24 DEQ250HZ Adjust equalizer pattern at 250 Hz. 24 DEQ 1KHZ Adjust equalizer pattern at 1 kHz. 24 DEQ 4KHZ Adjust equalizer pattern at 4 kHz.
English Adjusting Sound Adjusting the Equalization Patterns Only for RX-6040B/RX-6042S: You can adjust the equalization patterns to your preference. • Once you have made adjustment, it is memorized for each source. For Surround and DSP modes (when the center speaker is connected) ¶ Equalization adjustment—DEQ 63HZ, DEQ250HZ, DEQ 1KHZ, DEQ 4KHZ, DEQ16KHZ CENTER TONE: Adjust the center tone. As the number increases, the dialogue becomes clearer so that the human voices change from soft to sharp.
This unit activates a variety of Surround modes automatically. The basic settings and adjustments stored (see pages 18 to 24) are applied automatically. Reproducing Theater Ambience Introducing the Surround Modes In a movie theater, many speakers are located on the walls to reproduce impressive multi-surround sounds, reaching you from all directions. With these many speakers, sound localization and sound movement can be expressed.
English Using the Surround Modes DTS*2 DTS is another digital signal compression method, developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc., and enables multi-channel encoding and decoding (1ch up to 6.1ch). • When DTS signal is detected through the digital input, the indicator lights up on the display. DTS Digital Surround DTS Digital Surround (DTS SURROUND) is another discrete 5.1-channel digital audio format available on CD, LD, and DVD software.
Available Surround modes vary depending on the incoming signals. • For analog sources and digital 2-channel software, you can select one of the following Surround modes. Each time you press SURROUND, Surround modes change as follows: Activating one of the Surround modes for a source automatically recalls the memorized settings and adjustments (see pages 18 to 24.
English Using the DSP Modes This unit activates a variety of DSP modes automatically. The basic settings and adjustments stored (see pages 18 to 24) are applied automatically. Reproducing the Sound Field The sound heard in a concert hall, club, etc. consists of direct sound and indirect sound—early reflections and reflections from behind. Direct sounds reach the listener directly without any reflection. On the other hand, indirect sounds are delayed by the distances of the ceiling and walls.
English All Channel Stereo This mode can reproduce a larger stereo sound field using all the connected (and activated) speakers. • If the surround speakers are set to “NONE,” you cannot select “ALL CH STEREO.” Activating the DSP Modes Activating one of the DSP modes for a source automatically recalls the memorized settings and adjustments (see pages 18 to 24.) Sound reproduced from normal stereo 1 Select and play any source (excluding “DVD MULTI” for RX-6040B/RX-6042S).
English COMPU LINK Remote Control System The COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to operate JVC’s audio components through the remote sensor on the receiver. To use this remote control system, you need to connect JVC’s audio components through the COMPU LINK (SYNCHRO) jacks using the cables with monaural mini-plugs (not supplied, see below) in addition to the connections using cables with RCA pin plugs (see page 7).
The AV COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to operate JVC’s video components (TV, VCR, and DVD player) through the receiver. RX-5040B/RX-5042S/RX-5045B are equipped with conventional AV COMPU LINK, while RX-6040B/RX-6042S are equipped with the AV COMPU LINK-III, which adds a function to operate JVC’s video components through the component video jacks.
English AV COMPU LINK Remote Control System Connecting procedure 1 If you have already plugged your VCR, DVD player, TV and this receiver into the AC outlets, unplug their AC power cords first. 2 Connect your VCR, DVD player, TV and this receiver, using the cables with the monaural miniplugs (not supplied). • See “CONNECTIONS 1” on the previous page. 3 Connect the audio input/output jacks on VCR, DVD player, TV and this receiver using the cables with RCA pin plugs. • See pages 8 and 9.
You can operate JVC’s audio and video components with this receiver’s remote control, since control signals for JVC’s components are preset in the remote control. Operating Audio Components Tuner You can always perform the following operations: IMPORTANT: FM/AM: To operate JVC’s audio components using the supplied remote control: • You need to connect JVC’s audio components through the COMPU LINK (SYNCHRO) jacks (see page 30) in addition to the connections using cables with RCA pin plugs (see page 7).
English Operating JVC’s Audio/Video Components If your CD changer is of 200-disc loading capability (except for XL-MC100 and XL-MC301), you can do the following operations using the 10 keys after pressing CD. 1 2 3 Select a disc number. Then select a track number (always enter two digits). Press 3 to start playback. Examples: • Selecting disc number 3, track number 2, and starting playback. Press 3, then, 0, 2, then 3. • Selecting disc number 10, track number 5, and starting playback.
English Operating Other Manufacturers’ Video Equipment This remote control supplied for the receiver can transmit control signals for other manufacturers’ TVs, CATV converters, VCRs and DVD players. When operating the other manufacturers’ components, refer also to the manuals supplied with them. • After replacing batteries for the remote control, you need to set the manufactures’ codes again. To change the transmittable signals for operating another manufacturer’s TV 1 Set the TV/CATV selector to “TV.
English Operating Other Manufacturers’ Video Equipment To change the transmittable signals for operating another manufacturer’s VCR To change the transmittable signals for operating another manufacturer’s DVD player 1 Press and hold STANDBY/ON 1 Press and hold STANDBY/ON VCR. DVD. 2 Press VCR. 2 Press DVD. 3 Enter a manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 – 9, and 0. 3 Enter a manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 – 9, and 0.
Use this chart to help you solve daily operational problems. If there is any problem you cannot solve, contact your JVC’s service center. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The display does not light up. The power cord is not plugged in. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet. No sound from speakers. Speaker signal cables are not connected. Check speaker wiring and reconnect if necessary. (See page 6.) The SPEAKERS ON/OFF button is not set correctly.
English Specifications Amplifier Output Power At Stereo operation Front channels: 100 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 8 Ω, 40 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion. Front channels: 100 W per channel, min. RMS, driven into 8 Ω, at 1 kHz with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion. Center channel: 100 W, min. RMS, driven into 8 Ω, at 1 kHz with no more than 0.8% total harmonic distortion.
English FM tuner (IHF) Tuning Range: 87.5 MHz to 108.0 MHz Usable Sensitivity Monaural: 12.8 dBf (1.2 µV/75 Ω) 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity Monaural: Stereo: 16.0 dBf (1.7 µV/75 Ω) 37.5 dBf (20.
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