English HOME CINEMA CONTROL CENTER DVD VIDEO PLAYER RX-ES1SL XV-NK58SL 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. LVT1002-008B [US] coverRX-ES1&XV-NK58[US] 1 03.8.
Warnings, Cautions, and Others / Caution –– STANDBY/ON switch! Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The STANDBY/ON switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line. The power can be remote controlled. STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON CAUTION To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.: 1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet. 2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. CAUTION • Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS 1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel. 3. CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. 4. REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT. G-2 safety.RX-ES1&XV-NK58[US]f 2 03.5.
Caution: Proper Ventilation / RX-ES1SL To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage. Locate the apparatus as follows: Front: No obstructions open spacing. Sides: No obstructions in 10 cm from the sides. Top: No obstructions in 10 cm from the top. Back: No obstructions in 15 cm from the back Bottom: No obstructions, place on the level surface. In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation as illustrated.
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English Parts identification See pages in parentheses for details. Remote control • When operating this receiver (RX-ES1SL), set the mode selector (1) to “AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS.” • When operating the player (XV-NK58SL), set the mode selector (1) to “DVD.” • When using KARAOKE function, set the mode selector (1) to “KARAOKE.
English Parts identification RX-ES1SL See pages in parentheses for details.
English Parts identification XV-NK58SL See pages in parentheses for details.
English Getting started Precautions Putting batteries in the remote control General precautions Before using the remote control, put two supplied batteries first. • When using the remote control, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the front panel. • DO NOT disassemble the unit or remove screws, covers, or cabinet. • DO NOT expose the unit to rain or moisture. • DO NOT expose the unit to direct sunlight or place it near a heating device.
English Getting started Connecting the FM and AM antennas If FM reception is poor, connect outdoor FM antenna (not supplied). If AM reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinylcovered wire (not supplied). AM loop antenna (supplied) Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the AM loop antenna. FM antenna (supplied) RX-ES1SL AM antenna connection Connect the AM loop antenna supplied to the AM LOOP terminals.
English Getting Started Connecting the speakers and DVD player Turn off all components before connections. Speaker Layout Diagram After connecting the front, center and surround speakers, and/or a subwoofer, set the speaker setting information properly to obtain the best possible surround effect. For details, see pages 16 to 19.
English Getting started Connecting the DVD player (XV-NK58SL) Notes for video connection: • You can use component video cord in addition to composite video cord and S-video cord. By using S-video cord or component video cord, you can get a better picture quality—in the order: composite < S-video < component. • To view the picture from the DVD player, connect your TV to this receiver using the same type of cord.
English Getting started Connecting other video components Turn off all components before making connections. • Illustrations of the input/output terminals are typical examples. When you connect other components, refer also to their manuals since the terminal names actually printed on the rear vary among different components. Notes for video connection: • You can use composite video cord or S-video cord for connecting the VCR to this receiver.
English Getting started Activating the Progressive scanning mode using the remote control unit When the player is turned on and the 525i/525p/REMOTE selector is set to “REMOTE,” press and hold down PROGRESSIVE for a few seconds. The scanning mode switches between the Progressive scanning and Interlaced scanning modes. When the scanning mode is set to the Progressive mode, the PROGRESSIVE indicator on the front panel turns on.
English Getting started DBS tuner connection Green Green Blue Blue Red Red Component video cord (not supplied) DVD IN DBS IN MONITOR OUT VIDEO Y DVD IN DBS IN VCR OUT (REC) IN (PLAY) VIDEO PB Composite video cord (not supplied) MONITOR OUT PR S-VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO Connect using one of the video terminals.
English Getting started Digital connection TV Digital optical cord (not supplied) DIGITAL 3 (TV) OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT DIGITAL 1 (DVD) DIGITAL 2 (DBS) DIGITAL IN Digital coaxial cord (supplied: 1 cable) DBS IN DIGITAL 3 (TV) MONITOR OUT VIDEO Y DVD IN DBS IN OUT (REC) VCR CENTER SPEAKER DIGITAL 1 (DVD) SURROUND SPEAKERS RIGHT IN (PLAY) PB VIDEO COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT FRONT SPEAKERS RIGHT LEFT DBS tuner DIGITAL IN MONITOR OUT PR ONENT VIDEO DIGITAL 2 (DBS) LEFT SUBWOOFER OUT CAUTIO
RX-ES1SL English Basic operations 2 Select the source to play DIMMER STANDBY / ON SETTING ADJUST SET / TUNER PRESET SURROUND SOURCE SELECTOR / MULTI JOG MASTER VOLUME PHONES DVD MULTI STANDBY DVD DBS VCR TV FM / AM On the front panel: Turn SOURCE SELECTOR until the source name you want appears on the display. The source indicator corresponding to the selected source lights in red.
English Basic operations CAUTION: DIMMER STANDBY / ON SETTING ADJUST SET / TUNER PRESET SURROUND SOURCE SELECTOR / MULTI JOG MASTER VOLUME PHONES DVD MULTI STANDBY DVD DBS VCR TV FM / AM Be sure to turn down the volume: • Before connecting or putting on headphones, as high volume can damage both the headphones and your hearing. • Before removing headphones, as high volume may output from the speakers.
Turning off the sounds temporarily— Muting From the remote control ONLY: Press MUTING to turn off the sound through all connected speakers. NOTES • When setting speakers and basic items or adjusting sound, select “DIMMER OFF” to confirm the setting you make on the display. • When selecting DVD or DVD MULTI as a source using the remote control, DIMMER functions for the DVD player.
English RX-ES1SL Speaker settings To obtain the best possible surround effect from Surround/DSP modes (see pages 26 to 31), you need to set up the speaker and subwoofer information after all the connections are completed. You can set the speaker information using one of the following three methods. Smart Surround Setup: Set the speakers information automatically by one simple action—clapping hands. The delay time and output level for the center and surround speakers are set automatically.
5 Press SET. Setting the speakers and subwoofer information quickly—Quick Setup “ENTER USE OF SUBWOOFER” scrolls on the display. Entering the use of the subwoofer, the number of the speakers, and your room size, the center and surround speakers’ delay time is automatically calculated. • When you change your speakers, register the information about the speakers again. • You can also set the crossover frequency, the low frequency effect attenuator and the dynamic range compression manually (see page 19).
English Speaker settings When selecting “MEDIUM ROOM,” • Center speaker delay time is set to1 msec. • Surround speakers delay time is set to 2 msec. L C 3 Turn MULTI JOG to select the appropriate setting R 2.7 m 2.4 m for the item selected in step 2, then press SET. Your setting is stored. 2.1 m ANALOG L R VOL LS RS EX.: When selecting “NO” for “SUBWFR.” 4 If you would like to set other items, repeat steps 2 and 3. C When selecting “LARGE ROOM,” • Center speaker delay time is set to 0 msec.
Setting the speaker delay time Setting the crossover frequency—CROSS — CNTR DL (center speaker delay), SURR DL (surround speakers delay) Small speakers cannot reproduce the bass sounds efficiently. If you use a small speaker in any position, this receiver automatically reallocates the bass sound elements assigned to the small speaker to the large speakers. To use this function properly, set this crossover frequency level according to the size of the small speaker connected.
English RX-ES1SL Basic settings Operating procedure DIMMER STANDBY / ON SETTING ADJUST Setting the digital input (DIGITAL IN) terminals—DIGITAL IN SET / TUNER PRESET SURROUND SOURCE SELECTOR / MULTI JOG MASTER VOLUME PHONES DVD MULTI STANDBY DVD DBS VCR TV FM / AM On the front panel ONLY: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.
Setting Auto Surround—AUTO SR You can enjoy Surround mode simply by selecting the source (with digital input selected for that source). Select “ON” when activating Auto Surround. ON: • If multi-channel signal comes in, an appropriate Surround mode will be turned on. • If Dolby Digital 2 channel or DTS 2 channel signal including surround signal comes in, “PLII MOVIE” will be selected. • If Dolby Digital 2 channel or DTS 2 channel signal not including surround signal comes in, “STEREO” will be selected.
English RX-ES1SL Sound adjustments When operating the receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS. Operating procedure Adjusting the tone—BASS, TREBLE You can adjust the bass and treble sounds to your preference. • You have to make these adjustments for each source.
Setting the subwoofer audio position When a stereo source is played back, the subwoofer sound is reinforced compared to the sound from a multi-channel source. Once you have set the subwoofer audio position, the subwoofer output level is decreased by the selected value when a stereo source is played back. The A (audio).POSITION indicator lights up when this function is activated. • You have to make this adjustment for each source. From the remote control ONLY: Press A.
English RX-ES1SL Tuner operations Tuning in to stations manually The buttons on the remote control are mainly used for tuner operations. To use buttons on the remote control, press FM/AM before operation. From the remote control ONLY: 1 Press FM/AM to select the band. When operating this receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS. The last received station of the selected band is tuned in.
3 Press the numeric buttons (1 – 10, +10) to select On the front panel: a channel number while the channel number position is flashing. DIMMER • For channel number 5, press 5. • For channel number 15, press +10, then 5. • For channel number 30, press +10, +10, then 10.
English RX-ES1SL Creating realistic sound fields Reproducing theater ambience Introducing the Surround/DSP modes In a movie theater, many speakers are located on the walls to reproduce impressive multi-surround sound, reaching you from all directions. With these many speakers, sound localization and sound movement can be expressed. Surround/DSP modes built in this receiver can create almost the same surround sound as you can feel in a real movie theater.
DTS** The following DAP modes are provided with this receiver: DTS is another digital signal compression method, developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc., and enables multi-channel encoding and decoding. DTS Digital Surround is another discrete 5.1 channel digital audio format available on CD, LD, and DVD software. Compared to Dolby Digital, the DTS Digital Surround format has a lower audio compression rate, which enables it to add breadth and depth to the sounds reproduced.
English Creating realistic sound fields About relations between speaker layout and Surround/DSP modes Available Surround/DSP modes will vary depending on how many speakers are used with this receiver. Make sure that you have set the speakers information correctly (see pages 16 to 19). • If only front speakers are connected, you cannot use the Surround modes. • If surround speakers are not connected, you cannot use DSP modes.
On the front panel: 3 Press TEST to check the speakers output balance. • No test tone is available when using the buttons on the front panel. “TEST L” starts flashing on the display, and a test tone comes out of the speakers as follows: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 2 again.
English Creating realistic sound fields CENTER*1: To adjust the center speaker output level (from –10 dB to +10 dB). Using DSP modes SURR L*1: To adjust the left surround speaker output level (from –10 dB to +10 dB). SURR R*1: To adjust the right surround speaker output level (from –10 dB to +10 dB). Once you have adjusted the DSP modes, the adjustment is memorized for each source. • You cannot use the DSP modes if no surround speakers are connected.
5 Turn MULTI JOG until the setting item you want 4 Adjust the surround speaker output levels (from –10 dB to +10 dB). to set appears on the display, then press SET. • Make adjustments so that the sound level of the selected speaker is set at the same level as that of the front speakers. • As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follows: L LPCM R DSP SUBWFR VOL BASS CENTER EFFECT* B.BOOST R DSP SUBWFR L LPCM To adjust the left surround speaker level, press SURR L +/–.
English RX-ES1SL Using the DVD MULTI playback mode This receiver provides the DVD MULTI playback mode for reproducing the analog discrete output mode (5.1 channel reproduction) of the DVD player. In addition, the DVD MULTI playback mode can be used for reproducing a DVD Audio sound. Before playing back a DVD, refer also to the manual supplied with the DVD player.
01_Before_operation.fm Page 33 Monday, August 18, 2003 4:58 PM XV-NK58SL About this manual • Discs of irregular shape or discs with tape, seals or paste on either the label side or playback side. Playing back these discs may damage the player. • The display window information and OSD (On Screen Display) menu items are put in brackets [ ] in the operation procedures.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 34 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM XV-NK58SL English Basic operations NOTE Even if you turn off the player, the player is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet. This state is called standby mode. In this state, the player consumes a very small amount of power. Initial setup When you turn on the player for the first time after purchase, the following message appears on the TV screen.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 35 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM 5 English Basic operations Press ENTER. The third page is shown, in which the pull-down menu of the [DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT] is already open. Basic playback DVD PLAYER SET UP DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM PCM ONLY ANALOG DOWN MIX DOLBY PROLOGIC DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM D RANGE CONTROL STREAM/PCM ON OUTPUT LEVEL SELECT USE 5∞23 TO SELECT, USE ENTER TO CONFIRM 1 Press 0 (or OPEN/CLOSE on the remote control unit) to open the disc tray.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 36 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM English Basic operations About On-screen guide icons You may see the following icons displayed over the picture. They have the following meanings. : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded from multiple angles (see page 43). : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded with multiple audio languages (see page 43). : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded with multiple subtitle languages (see page 43).
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 37 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM To resume playback English Basic operations Various speed playback When the resume mode is “ON” While the disc you interrupted playback is still on the disc tray, press 3. To advance or reverse playback rapidly while monitoring The player resumes playback from the position where playback was interrupted. The TV screen shows [RESUME PLAY]. To play back from the beginning Press 7 before pressing 3 to start playback.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 38 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM English Basic operations Locating the beginning of a scene or song For DVD VIDEO: During playback, you can skip a chapter or title, depending on the disc configuration. For SVCD/Video CD: During playback without PBC function, you can skip a track. For Audio CD: During playback or while in stop mode, you can skip a track. To skip forward, press ¢. To skip backward, press 4.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 39 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM XV-NK58SL Locating a desired scene from the menu of a SVCD/Video CD with PBC Some SVCD/Video CD discs support the PBC function. PBC is an abbreviation of “Playback Control.” Some SVCD/Video CD discs recorded with PBC have their own menus, such as a list of the songs of the disc. You can locate a specific scene by using the PBC menu. 1 In stop mode, press 3 or TOP MENU. A disc menu appears on the TV screen.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 40 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM English Advanced operations 3 HOME CINEMA CONTROL CENTER OPEN/CLOSE The specified time is displayed in the pull-down menu. AUDIO KARAOKE AUDIO/TV /VCR/DBS DVD DVD VCR DBS TV DVD VCR DBS TV DVD MULTI FM/AM TV/VIDEO MUTING TV VOL Example (for DVD VIDEO) To play back from 2(H):34(M):00(S) Press 2, 3, then 4. VOLUME CHANNEL TUNING Press the numeric buttons (0 to 9) to enter the desired time.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 41 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM 4 Press the numeric buttons to specify tracks in the desired order. To select 5: press 5. To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3. To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10. English Advanced operations To play back in random order (Random play) The total program time 1 Total Program Time PROGRAM No.
03_Advanced_operations.fm Page 42 Monday, August 18, 2003 4:59 PM English Advanced operations NOTE The repeat playback may not work with some discs, even if you select one of the repeat modes. To repeat a desired part (A-B repeat playback) First make sure: • The player is in playback mode except SVCD/Video CD playback with PBC. 1 Press ON SCREEN twice. The menu bar appears on the TV screen. 2 Press 2/3 to move ENTER. to , then press The pull-down menu for repeat mode selection appears.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 43 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM 2 Changing the language, sound and scene angle English Advanced operations Press 5/∞ or AUDIO to select the desired audio. Each time you press 5/∞ or AUDIO, the audio changes. For DVD VIDEO (example) 1/3 ENGLISH To select the subtitle language (SUBTITLE) 2/3 FRENCH 3/3 SPANISH For SVCD ST1 Some DVD VIDEO and SVCD discs contain more than one subtitle language. You can choose a desired one from them.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 44 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM English Advanced operations 2 Press 2/3 to select the desired preset. Each time you press the button, the VFP mode changes as follows. Set the video type most suitable to the current program or the room conditions. NORMAL CINEMA USER 1 USER 2 Selected preset USER 1 GAMMA + 4 BRIGHTNESS + 4 CONTRAST +13 SATURATION +13 TINT +13 SHARPNESS + 3 Y DELAY + 2 Parameter [NORMAL]: for watching TV in a general room.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 45 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM English Advanced operations To dismiss the VFP mode selection window Menu bar functions Press VFP. NOTES • The window for VFP mode selection and parameter setting disappear if no operation is made for about 10 seconds. • When the KARAOKE function is turned on, the VFP function cannot be activated even if the mode selector on the remote control unit is set to “DVD.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 46 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM English Advanced operations Menu bar functions for DVD VIDEO Menu bar functions for SVCD/Video CD/ Audio CD Time mode selection During playback, selects the time mode shown in the display window and in the status bar. Press ENTER to select the time mode from the following. • TOTAL: Current title elapsed time • T.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 47 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM XV-NK58SL • As for MP3 files, we recommend you to record your material at a 44.1 kHz sampling rate, using the 128 kbps data transfer rate. • As for WMA files, make sure that the copyright feature is set to off. • As for WMA files, we recommend you to record your material at a bit rate of 64 kbps or higher. Basic operations Use the following buttons to control MP3/WMA disc playback. ENTER: 3: 7: 8: 4/¢: Starts playback while stopped.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 48 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM English MP3/WMA disc playback 2 To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3. To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10. Press the numeric buttons to specify a desired group number. To select 5: press 5. To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3. To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10. The player starts playback from the selected track. Specify the group number within several seconds after pressing TITLE/GROUP (i.e.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 49 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM XV-NK58SL Notes for making your own JPEG disc using a CD-R/ CD-RW disc • Select “ISO 9660” as the disc format. • We recommend you to record your material at a 640 x 480 pixel resolution. • This player supports the baseline JPEG format. Basic operations To see a desired picture When inserting a JPEG disc, after the disc contents are read, the JPEG CONTROL display automatically appears on the TV screen.
05_JPEG_disc_playback.fm Page 50 Monday, August 18, 2003 5:01 PM English JPEG disc playback Viewing pictures continuously (slide show mode) You can see files (still pictures) one after another automatically. To start the slide show Press 3. The slide show starts from the beginning of the disc. Each file (still picture) is displayed for approximately 3 seconds. To stop slide show playback in the middle Press 7 or MENU. The TV screen returns to the JPEG CONTROL display.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 51 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM English JPEG disc playback Repeat function In the slide show mode, you can repeat playback of JPEG files in a group or on the disc. 1 While the JPEG CONTROL display is shown, press REPEAT. Pressing REPEAT switches the repeat mode. When the repeat mode is turned on, the [ ] indicator lights in the display window. The selected repeat mode is shown on the JPEG CONTROL display. REPEAT ALL: All files on the disc are repeated.
06_Karaoke_operation.fm Page 52 Monday, August 18, 2003 5:00 PM XV-NK58SL English KARAOKE operation Connecting a microphone Connect a microphone to the MIC jack on the front panel. To adjust the microphone volume Turn MIC LEVEL on the front panel. Turning it clockwise raises the level, while turning it counterclockwise lower the level. NOTES NOTE When using the KARAOKE function, set the mode selector to “KARAOKE.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 53 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM English KARAOKE operation To turn off and on the reservation table Press RESERVE to turn off the reservation table. To turn on the reservation table, for example in order to check the reservation contents, press RESERVE again. Selecting audio Most KARAOKE discs have the capability of adding a “guide vocal” or “guide melody” to the KARAOKE accompaniment.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 54 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM English KARAOKE operation Example for SVCD, Video CD or Audio CD with KARAOKE L+R Stereo audio L Left channel only R Right channel only Using the KARAOKE SOUND button You can select sound without activating the KARAOKE menu. 1 Press KARAOKE SOUND. The [KARAOKE] selection window appears on the TV screen. KARAOKE L+R Selecting KARAOKE sound (KARAOKE SOUND) Among KARAOKE DVD VIDEO discs, there are “multi-sound KARAOKE” discs.
06_Karaoke_operation.fm Page 55 Monday, August 18, 2003 5:01 PM Using the VOCAL button You can select a desired function without activating the KARAOKE menu. 1 Adding various effects to the vocal (VOCAL EFFECT) Press VOCAL. The [VOCAL] selection window appears on the TV screen. VOCAL Using the KARAOKE menu NORMAL See page 52 for how to turn on the KARAOKE menu. 2 3 Press 5/∞ to select the desired function. Press ENTER, or wait until the [VOCAL] selection window goes off.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 56 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM English KARAOKE operation NOTES • The key returns to the normal key after the current song ends. • You cannot shift the musical key when playing back a disc listed below: - Audio CD with DTS - DVD with DTS - DVD with MPEG Multichannel - DVD with 96 kHz linear PCM Shifting the musical key You can shift the musical key of a song recorded on a disc to fit to your voice. Using the KARAOKE menu See page 52 for how to turn on the KARAOKE menu.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 57 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM XV-NK58SL English Changing the initial settings AUDIO AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT STREAM/PCM ANALOG DOWN MIX STEREO D RANGE CONTROL NORMAL OUTPUT LEVEL STANDARD SELECT USE 5∞23 TO SELECT, USE ENTER TO CONFIRM TO EXIT, PRESS CHOICE. ENTER OTHERS OTHERS RESUME ON ON SCREEN GUIDE ON AUTO STANDBY OFF AV COMPULINK MODE DVD1 PARENTAL LOCK SELECT USE 5∞23 TO SELECT, USE ENTER TO CONFIRM TO EXIT, PRESS CHOICE.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 58 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM English Changing the initial settings LANGUAGE menu MENU LANGUAGE You can select the default menu language to be displayed if it is contained on a DVD VIDEO disc. Setting options ENGLISH, SPANISH, FRENCH, CHINESE, GERMAN, ITALIAN, JAPANESE, language code from AA to ZU • If the disc does not have a menu in the selected language, the disc’s default language will be used.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 59 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM MP3&WMA/JPEG The player can play MP3/WMA and JPEG files recorded on a CD-R/CD-RW disc. However, if a disc contains both MP3/WMA and JPEG files, you can only play files of the type selected in this menu item. Setting options MP3&WMA, JPEG [MP3&WMA]: when selected, only MP3/WMA files can be played back. [JPEG]: when selected, only JPEG files can be played back.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 60 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM English Changing the initial settings PARENTAL LOCK 3 When this option is selected, pressing ENTER on the remote control unit brings up the PARENTAL LOCK display shown below. This allows you to restrict children from playing DVD VIDEO discs. While is pointing to [COUNTRY CODE], press ENTER to bring up the pull-down menu. 4 Press 5/∞ to select the country code.
XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 61 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM To change the settings To temporarily release the Parental Lock You can change the parental lock settings later. Press 5/∞ to move to select [PARENTAL LOCK] and press ENTER. If the parental level is set to a strict value, some discs may not play at all.
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XV-NK58SL[US].book Page 64 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:29 PM English Additional information Appendix D: Glossary 525i/525p Indicates the number of scanning lines and scanning format of an image signal. 525i indicates 525 scanning lines with interlace format, and 525p indicates 525 scanning lines with progressive format. Aspect ratio A ratio which defines the shape of the rectangular picture in a TV. It is the width of the picture relative to the height. A conventional TV picture is 4:3 in aspect ratio.
The AV COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to operate JVC’s video components (TV, DVD player and VCR) through this receiver. This receiver is equipped with the AV COMPU LINK-III, which has added a function to operate JVC’s video components through the video components terminals. To use this remote control system, you need to connect the video components you want to operate, following the diagrams below and the procedures on page 66. • Refer also to the manuals supplied with your video components.
English AV COMPU LINK remote control system 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 cords with the monaural miniplugs (not supplied). • See “CONNECTIONS 1” on the previous page. 3. Connect the audio input/output terminals on VCR, DVD player, TV and this receiver using the audio cords with RCA pin plugs. • See pages 8 to 11. 4.
You can use the remote control to operate not only this receiver but also other JVC products. • Refer also to the manuals supplied for the other products. – Some JVC VCRs can accept two types of the control signals—remote codes “A” and “B”. This remote control can operate a VCR whose remote control code is set to “A.” • To operate other products, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the target product. Set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS.
English Operating other manufacturers’ equipment By changing the transmittable signals, you can use the remote control supplied for this unit to operate other manufacturers’ equipment. • Refer also to the manuals supplied with the other products. • To operate those components with the remote control, first you need to set the manufacturers’ codes each for the DBS tuner, VCR, and TV. • After replacing batteries of the remote control, set the manufacturers’ codes again.
❏ Changing the transmittable signals for operating a VCR 1 Press and hold VCR ❏ Changing the transmittable signals for operating a TV 1 Press and hold TV . . 2 Press VCR. 2 Press TV. 3 Enter the manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 – 9, and 0. 3 Enter the manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 – 9, and 0. 4 Release VCR 4 Release TV . Now, you can perform the following operations on the VCR. VCR : Turn on or off the VCR. CHANNEL +/–: Change the channel numbers on the VCR.
English 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. RX-ES1SL PROBLEM SOLUTION POSSIBLE CAUSE The power does not come on. 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. An incorrect source is selected. Select the correct source.
SOLUTION Surround mode cannot be selected. Surround mode is not available on the software being played back, or only the front speakers are set for use. Play not multi-channel software or check the speaker setting. DSP mode cannot be selected. DSP mode is not available on the software being played back, or only the front speakers are set for use. Play back Linear PCM or analog software or check the speaker setting. Continuous hiss or buzzing during FM reception. Incoming signal is too weak.
English Troubleshooting XV-NK58SL Power PROBLEM The power does not come on. POSSIBLE CAUSE Power plug is not inserted securely. “REGION CODE ERROR!” is shown on Region code of the inserted disc does not match the player. the TV screen. JPEG MP3/WMA Audio Picture Operation Operation is not possible. Plug in securely. Check the region code of the disc printed on the disc jacket. Microcomputer malfunction due to lightning or static electricity.
Designs & specifications are subject to change without notice. English Specifications RX-ES1SL Amplifier FM tuner (IHF) Output Power At stereo operation: Tuning Range: 87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz Usable Sensitivity: Monaural: 12.8 dBf (1.2 µV/75 Ω) At surround operation: 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: Monaural: Stereo: 16.0 dBf (1.7 µV/75 Ω) 37.5 dBf (20.5 µV/75 Ω) Front channels: Stereo Separation at REC OUT: 35 dB at 1 kHz Front channels: 100 W per channel*, min.
English Specifications XV-NK58SL General Readable discs: Video format: Audio outputs DVD VIDEO, DVD-R (Video format), DVD-RW (Video format), SVCD, Video CD, Audio CD (CD-DA), MP3/WMA format, JPEG, CD-R/RW (CD-DA, SVCD, Video CD, MP3/WMA format, JPEG) NTSC PAL 525i (Interlaced scan)/525p (Progressive scan) selectable 596i (Interlaced scan) ANALOG OUT (pin jack): 2.0 Vrms (10 kΩ) DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL): 0.
Mains (AC) Line Instruction (not applicable for Europe, U.S.A., Canada, Australia and U.K.
English HOME CINEMA CONTROL CENTER DVD VIDEO PLAYER RX-ES1SL XV-NK58SL 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. LVT1002-009B [UG, UX] coverRX-ES1&XV-NK58[UG&UX]f 1 03.8.
Warnings, Cautions, and Others / Caution –– STANDBY/ON switch! Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The STANDBY/ON switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line. The power can be remote controlled. STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON CAUTION To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.: 1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet. 2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. CAUTION • Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS 1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel. 3. CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. 4. REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT. G-2 safety.RX-ES1&XV-NK58[UGUX]f 2 03.5.
Caution: Proper Ventilation / RX-ES1SL To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage. Locate the apparatus as follows: Front: No obstructions open spacing. Sides: No obstructions in 10 cm from the sides. Top: No obstructions in 10 cm from the top. Back: No obstructions in 15 cm from the back Bottom: No obstructions, place on the level surface. In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation as illustrated.
Parts identification ................................................... 2 Getting started ......................................................... 5 XV-NK58SL Before operation ...................................................
English Parts identification See pages in parentheses for details. Remote control • When operating this receiver (RX-ES1SL), set the mode selector (1) to “AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS.” • When operating the player (XV-NK58SL), set the mode selector (1) to “DVD.” • When using KARAOKE function, set the mode selector (1) to “KARAOKE.
English Parts identification RX-ES1SL See pages in parentheses for details.
English Parts identification XV-NK58SL See pages in parentheses for details.
English Getting started Precautions Putting batteries in the remote control General precautions Before using the remote control, put two supplied batteries first. • When using the remote control, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the front panel. • DO NOT disassemble the unit or remove screws, covers, or cabinet. • DO NOT expose the unit to rain or moisture. • DO NOT expose the unit to direct sunlight or place it near a heating device.
English Getting started Connecting the FM and AM antennas If FM reception is poor, connect outdoor FM antenna (not supplied). If AM reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinylcovered wire (not supplied). AM loop antenna (supplied) Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the AM loop antenna. FM antenna (supplied) RX-ES1SL AM antenna connection Connect the AM loop antenna supplied to the AM LOOP terminals.
English Getting Started Connecting the speakers and DVD player Turn off all components before connections. Speaker Layout Diagram After connecting the front, center and surround speakers, and/or a subwoofer, set the speaker setting information properly to obtain the best possible surround effect. For details, see pages 16 to 19.
English Getting started Connecting the DVD player (XV-NK58SL) Notes for video connection: • You can use component video cord in addition to composite video cord and S-video cord. By using S-video cord or component video cord, you can get a better picture quality—in the order: composite < S-video < component. • To view the picture from the DVD player, connect your TV to this receiver using the same type of cord.
English Getting started Connecting other video components Turn off all components before making connections. • Illustrations of the input/output terminals are typical examples. When you connect other components, refer also to their manuals since the terminal names actually printed on the rear vary among different components. Notes for video connection: • You can use composite video cord or S-video cord for connecting the VCR to this receiver.
English Getting started Activating the Progressive scanning mode using the remote control unit When the player is turned on and the 525i/525p/REMOTE selector is set to “REMOTE,” press and hold down PROGRESSIVE for a few seconds. The scanning mode switches between the Progressive scanning and Interlaced scanning modes. When the scanning mode is set to the Progressive mode, the PROGRESSIVE indicator on the front panel turns on.
English Getting started DBS tuner connection Green Green Blue Blue Red Red Component video cord (not supplied) DVD IN DBS IN MONITOR OUT VIDEO Y DVD IN DBS IN VCR OUT (REC) IN (PLAY) VIDEO PB Composite video cord (not supplied) MONITOR OUT PR S-VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO Connect using one of the video terminals.
English Getting started Digital connection TV Digital optical cord (not supplied) DIGITAL 3 (TV) OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT DIGITAL 1 (DVD) DIGITAL 2 (DBS) DIGITAL IN Digital coaxial cord (supplied: 1 cable) DBS IN DIGITAL 3 (TV) MONITOR OUT VIDEO Y DVD IN DBS IN OUT (REC) VCR PB VIDEO SURROUND SPEAKERS DIGITAL 2 (DBS) LEFT COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT FRONT SPEAKERS RIGHT LEFT DBS tuner DIGITAL IN MONITOR OUT PR ONENT VIDEO CENTER SPEAKER DIGITAL 1 (DVD) RIGHT IN (PLAY) SUBWOOFER OUT CAUTIO
RX-ES1SL English Basic operations 2 Select the source to play DIMMER STANDBY / ON SETTING ADJUST SET / TUNER PRESET SURROUND SOURCE SELECTOR / MULTI JOG MASTER VOLUME PHONES DVD MULTI STANDBY DVD DBS VCR TV FM / AM On the front panel: Turn SOURCE SELECTOR until the source name you want appears on the display. The source indicator corresponding to the selected source lights in red.
English Basic operations CAUTION: DIMMER STANDBY / ON SETTING ADJUST SET / TUNER PRESET SURROUND SOURCE SELECTOR / MULTI JOG MASTER VOLUME PHONES DVD MULTI STANDBY DVD DBS VCR TV FM / AM Be sure to turn down the volume: • Before connecting or putting on headphones, as high volume can damage both the headphones and your hearing. • Before removing headphones, as high volume may output from the speakers.
Turning off the sounds temporarily— Muting From the remote control ONLY: Press MUTING to turn off the sound through all connected speakers. NOTES • When setting speakers and basic items or adjusting sound, select “DIMMER OFF” to confirm the setting you make on the display. • When selecting DVD or DVD MULTI as a source using the remote control, DIMMER functions for the DVD player.
English RX-ES1SL Speaker settings To obtain the best possible surround effect from Surround/DSP modes (see pages 26 to 31), you need to set up the speaker and subwoofer information after all the connections are completed. You can set the speaker information using one of the following three methods. Smart Surround Setup: Set the speakers information automatically by one simple action—clapping hands. The delay time and output level for the center and surround speakers are set automatically.
5 Press SET. Setting the speakers and subwoofer information quickly—Quick Setup “ENTER USE OF SUBWOOFER” scrolls on the display. Entering the use of the subwoofer, the number of the speakers, and your room size, the center and surround speakers’ delay time is automatically calculated. • When you change your speakers, register the information about the speakers again. • You can also set the crossover frequency, the low frequency effect attenuator and the dynamic range compression manually (see page 19).
English Speaker settings When selecting “MEDIUM ROOM,” • Center speaker delay time is set to1 msec. • Surround speakers delay time is set to 2 msec. L C 3 Turn MULTI JOG to select the appropriate setting R 2.7 m 2.4 m for the item selected in step 2, then press SET. Your setting is stored. 2.1 m ANALOG L R VOL LS RS EX.: When selecting “NO” for “SUBWFR.” 4 If you would like to set other items, repeat steps 2 and 3. C When selecting “LARGE ROOM,” • Center speaker delay time is set to 0 msec.
Setting the speaker delay time Setting the crossover frequency—CROSS — CNTR DL (center speaker delay), SURR DL (surround speakers delay) Small speakers cannot reproduce the bass sounds efficiently. If you use a small speaker in any position, this receiver automatically reallocates the bass sound elements assigned to the small speaker to the large speakers. To use this function properly, set this crossover frequency level according to the size of the small speaker connected.
English RX-ES1SL Basic settings Operating procedure DIMMER STANDBY / ON SETTING ADJUST Setting the digital input (DIGITAL IN) terminals—DIGITAL IN SET / TUNER PRESET SURROUND SOURCE SELECTOR / MULTI JOG MASTER VOLUME PHONES DVD MULTI STANDBY DVD DBS VCR TV FM / AM On the front panel ONLY: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.
Setting Auto Surround—AUTO SR You can enjoy Surround mode simply by selecting the source (with digital input selected for that source). Select “ON” when activating Auto Surround. ON: • If multi-channel signal comes in, an appropriate Surround mode will be turned on. • If Dolby Digital 2 channel or DTS 2 channel signal including surround signal comes in, “PLII MOVIE” will be selected. • If Dolby Digital 2 channel or DTS 2 channel signal not including surround signal comes in, “STEREO” will be selected.
English RX-ES1SL Sound adjustments When operating the receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS. Operating procedure Adjusting the tone—BASS, TREBLE You can adjust the bass and treble sounds to your preference. • You have to make these adjustments for each source.
Setting the subwoofer audio position When a stereo source is played back, the subwoofer sound is reinforced compared to the sound from a multi-channel source. Once you have set the subwoofer audio position, the subwoofer output level is decreased by the selected value when a stereo source is played back. The A (audio).POSITION indicator lights up when this function is activated. • You have to make this adjustment for each source. From the remote control ONLY: Press A.
English RX-ES1SL Tuner operations Tuning in to stations manually The buttons on the remote control are mainly used for tuner operations. To use buttons on the remote control, press FM/AM before operation. From the remote control ONLY: 1 Press FM/AM to select the band. When operating this receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS. The last received station of the selected band is tuned in.
3 Press the numeric buttons (1 – 10, +10) to select On the front panel: a channel number while the channel number position is flashing. DIMMER • For channel number 5, press 5. • For channel number 15, press +10, then 5. • For channel number 30, press +10, +10, then 10.
English RX-ES1SL Creating realistic sound fields Reproducing theater ambience Introducing the Surround/DSP modes In a movie theater, many speakers are located on the walls to reproduce impressive multi-surround sound, reaching you from all directions. With these many speakers, sound localization and sound movement can be expressed. Surround/DSP modes built in this receiver can create almost the same surround sound as you can feel in a real movie theater.
DTS** The following DAP modes are provided with this receiver: DTS is another digital signal compression method, developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc., and enables multi-channel encoding and decoding. DTS Digital Surround is another discrete 5.1 channel digital audio format available on CD, LD, and DVD software. Compared to Dolby Digital, the DTS Digital Surround format has a lower audio compression rate, which enables it to add breadth and depth to the sounds reproduced.
English Creating realistic sound fields About relations between speaker layout and Surround/DSP modes Available Surround/DSP modes will vary depending on how many speakers are used with this receiver. Make sure that you have set the speakers information correctly (see pages 16 to 19). • If only front speakers are connected, you cannot use the Surround modes. • If surround speakers are not connected, you cannot use DSP modes.
On the front panel: 3 Press TEST to check the speakers output balance. • No test tone is available when using the buttons on the front panel. “TEST L” starts flashing on the display, and a test tone comes out of the speakers as follows: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 2 again.
English Creating realistic sound fields CENTER*1: To adjust the center speaker output level (from –10 dB to +10 dB). Using DSP modes SURR L*1: To adjust the left surround speaker output level (from –10 dB to +10 dB). SURR R*1: To adjust the right surround speaker output level (from –10 dB to +10 dB). Once you have adjusted the DSP modes, the adjustment is memorized for each source. • You cannot use the DSP modes if no surround speakers are connected.
5 Turn MULTI JOG until the setting item you want 4 Adjust the surround speaker output levels (from –10 dB to +10 dB). to set appears on the display, then press SET. • Make adjustments so that the sound level of the selected speaker is set at the same level as that of the front speakers. • As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follows: L LPCM R DSP SUBWFR VOL BASS CENTER EFFECT* B.BOOST R DSP SUBWFR L LPCM To adjust the left surround speaker level, press SURR L +/–.
English RX-ES1SL Using the DVD MULTI playback mode This receiver provides the DVD MULTI playback mode for reproducing the analog discrete output mode (5.1 channel reproduction) of the DVD player. In addition, the DVD MULTI playback mode can be used for reproducing a DVD Audio sound. Before playing back a DVD, refer also to the manual supplied with the DVD player.
01_Before_operation.fm Page 33 Monday, August 18, 2003 4:50 PM XV-NK58SL About this manual • Discs of irregular shape or discs with tape, seals or paste on either the label side or playback side. Playing back these discs may damage the player. • The display window information and OSD (On Screen Display) menu items are put in brackets [ ] in the operation procedures.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 34 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM XV-NK58SL English Basic operations NOTE Even if you turn off the player, the player is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet. This state is called standby mode. In this state, the player consumes a very small amount of power. Initial setup When you turn on the player for the first time after purchase, the following message appears on the TV screen.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 35 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM 5 English Basic operations Press ENTER. The third page is shown, in which the pull-down menu of the [DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT] is already open. Basic playback DVD PLAYER SET UP DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM PCM ONLY ANALOG DOWN MIX DOLBY PROLOGIC DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM D RANGE CONTROL STREAM/PCM ON OUTPUT LEVEL SELECT USE 5∞23 TO SELECT, USE ENTER TO CONFIRM 1 Press 0 (or OPEN/CLOSE on the remote control unit) to open the disc tray.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 36 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM English Basic operations About On-screen guide icons You may see the following icons displayed over the picture. They have the following meanings. : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded from multiple angles (see page 43). : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded with multiple audio languages (see page 43). : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded with multiple subtitle languages (see page 43).
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 37 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM To resume playback English Basic operations Various speed playback When the resume mode is “ON” While the disc you interrupted playback is still on the disc tray, press 3. To advance or reverse playback rapidly while monitoring The player resumes playback from the position where playback was interrupted. The TV screen shows [RESUME PLAY]. To play back from the beginning Press 7 before pressing 3 to start playback.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 38 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM English Basic operations Locating the beginning of a scene or song For DVD VIDEO: During playback, you can skip a chapter or title, depending on the disc configuration. For SVCD/Video CD: During playback without PBC function, you can skip a track. For Audio CD: During playback or while in stop mode, you can skip a track. To skip forward, press ¢. To skip backward, press 4.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 39 Friday, May 16, 2003 XV-NK58SL/LET0230-017A/English 5:26 PM XV-NK58SL Locating a desired scene from the menu of a SVCD/Video CD with PBC Some SVCD/Video CD discs support the PBC function. PBC is an abbreviation of “Playback Control.” Some SVCD/Video CD discs recorded with PBC have their own menus, such as a list of the songs of the disc. You can locate a specific scene by using the PBC menu. 1 In stop mode, press 3 or TOP MENU. A disc menu appears on the TV screen.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 40 Friday, May 16, 2003 XV-NK58SL/LET0230-017A/English 5:26 PM English Advanced operations 3 HOME CINEMA CONTROL CENTER OPEN/CLOSE The specified time is displayed in the pull-down menu. AUDIO KARAOKE AUDIO/TV /VCR/DBS DVD DVD VCR DBS TV DVD VCR DBS TV DVD MULTI FM/AM TV/VIDEO MUTING TV VOL Example (for DVD VIDEO) To play back from 2(H):34(M):00(S) Press 2, 3, then 4. VOLUME CHANNEL TUNING Press the numeric buttons (0 to 9) to enter the desired time.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 41 Friday, May 16, 2003 XV-NK58SL/LET0230-017A/English 5:26 PM 4 Press the numeric buttons to specify tracks in the desired order. To play back in random order (Random play) To select 5: press 5. To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3. To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10. The total program time 1 In stop mode, press ON SCREEN twice. The menu bar appears on the TV screen. Total Program Time PROGRAM No.
XV-NK58SL/LET0230-017A/English 03_Advanced_operations.fm Page 42 Monday, August 18, 2003 4:52 PM English Advanced operations NOTE The repeat playbak may not function with some discs, even if you select one of the repeat modes. To repeat a desired part (A-B repeat playback) First make sure: • The player is in playback mode except SVCD/Video CD playback with PBC. 1 Press ON SCREEN twice. The menu bar appears on the TV screen. 2 Press 2/3 to move ENTER.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 43 Friday, May 16, 2003 XV-NK58SL/LET0230-017A/English 5:26 PM 2 Changing the language, sound and scene angle English Advanced operations Press 5/∞ or AUDIO to select the desired audio. Each time you press 5/∞ or AUDIO, the audio changes. For DVD VIDEO (example) 1/3 ENGLISH To select the subtitle language (SUBTITLE) 2/3 FRENCH 3/3 SPANISH For SVCD ST1 Some DVD VIDEO and SVCD discs contain more than one subtitle language. You can choose a desired one from them.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 44 Friday, May 16, 2003 XV-NK58SL/LET0230-017A/English 5:26 PM English Advanced operations 2 Press 2/3 to select the desired preset. Each time you press the button, the VFP mode changes as follows. Set the video type most suitable to the current program or the room conditions.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 45 Friday, May 16, 2003 XV-NK58SL/LET0230-017A/English 5:26 PM English Advanced operations To dismiss the VFP mode selection window Menu bar functions Press VFP. NOTES • The window for VFP mode selection and parameter setting disappear if no operation is made for about 10 seconds. • When the KARAOKE function is turned on, the VFP function cannot be activated even if the mode selector on the remote control unit is set to “DVD.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 46 Friday, May 16, 2003 XV-NK58SL/LET0230-017A/English 5:26 PM English Advanced operations Menu bar functions for DVD VIDEO Menu bar functions for SVCD/Video CD/ Audio CD Time mode selection During playback, selects the time mode shown in the display window and in the status bar. Press ENTER to select the time mode from the following. • TOTAL: Current title elapsed time • T.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 47 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM XV-NK58SL • As for MP3 files, we recommend you to record your material at a 44.1 kHz sampling rate, using the 128 kbps data transfer rate. • As for WMA files, make sure that the copyright feature is set to off. • As for WMA files, we recommend you to record your material at a bit rate of 64 kbps or higher. Basic operations Use the following buttons to control MP3/WMA disc playback. ENTER: 3: 7: 8: 4/¢: Starts playback while stopped.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 48 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM English MP3/WMA disc playback 2 To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3. To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10. Press the numeric buttons to specify a desired group number. To select 5: press 5. To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3. To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10. The player starts playback from the selected track. Specify the group number within several seconds after pressing TITLE/GROUP (i.e.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 49 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM XV-NK58SL Notes for making your own JPEG disc using a CD-R/ CD-RW disc • Select “ISO 9660” as the disc format. • We recommend you to record your material at a 640 x 480 pixel resolution. • This player supports the baseline JPEG format. Basic operations To see a desired picture When inserting a JPEG disc, after the disc contents are read, the JPEG CONTROL display automatically appears on the TV screen.
05_JPEG_disc_playback.fm Page 50 Monday, August 18, 2003 4:48 PM English JPEG disc playback Viewing pictures continuously (slide show mode) You can see files (still pictures) one after another automatically. To start the slide show Press 3. The slide show starts from the beginning of the disc. Each file (still picture) is displayed for approximately 3 seconds. To stop slide show playback in the middle Press 7 or MENU. The TV screen returns to the JPEG CONTROL display.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 51 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM English JPEG disc playback Repeat function In the slide show mode, you can repeat playback of JPEG files in a group or on the disc. 1 While the JPEG CONTROL display is shown, press REPEAT. Pressing REPEAT switches the repeat mode. When the repeat mode is turned on, the [ ] indicator lights in the display window. The selected repeat mode is shown on the JPEG CONTROL display. REPEAT ALL: All files on the disc are repeated.
06_Karaoke_operation.fm Page 52 Monday, August 18, 2003 4:53 PM XV-NK58SL English KARAOKE operation Connecting a microphone Connect a microphone to the MIC jack on the front panel. To adjust the microphone volume Turn MIC LEVEL on the front panel. Turning it clockwise raises the level, while turning it counterclockwise lower the level. NOTES NOTE When using the KARAOKE function, set the mode selector to “KARAOKE.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 53 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM English KARAOKE operation To turn off and on the reservation table Press RESERVE to turn off the reservation table. To turn on the reservation table, for example in order to check the reservation contents, press RESERVE again. Selecting audio Most KARAOKE discs have the capability of adding a “guide vocal” or “guide melody” to the KARAOKE accompaniment.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 54 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM English KARAOKE operation Example for SVCD, Video CD or Audio CD with KARAOKE L+R Stereo audio L Left channel only R Right channel only Using the KARAOKE SOUND button You can select sound without activating the KARAOKE menu. 1 Press KARAOKE SOUND. The [KARAOKE] selection window appears on the TV screen. KARAOKE L+R Selecting KARAOKE sound (KARAOKE SOUND) Among KARAOKE DVD VIDEO discs, there are “multi-sound KARAOKE” discs.
06_Karaoke_operation.fm Page 55 Monday, August 18, 2003 4:54 PM Using the VOCAL button You can select a desired function without activating the KARAOKE menu. 1 Adding various effects to the vocal (VOCAL EFFECT) Press VOCAL. The [VOCAL] selection window appears on the TV screen. VOCAL Using the KARAOKE menu NORMAL See page 52 for how to turn on the KARAOKE menu. 2 3 Press 5/∞ to select the desired function. Press ENTER, or wait until the [VOCAL] selection window goes off.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 56 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM English KARAOKE operation NOTES • The key returns to the normal key after the current song ends. • You cannot shift the musical key when playing back a disc listed below: - Audio CD with DTS - DVD with DTS - DVD with MPEG Multichannel - DVD with 96 kHz linear PCM Shifting the musical key You can shift the musical key of a song recorded on a disc to fit to your voice. Using the KARAOKE menu See page 52 for how to turn on the KARAOKE menu.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 57 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM XV-NK58SL English Changing the initial settings AUDIO AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT STREAM/PCM ANALOG DOWN MIX STEREO D RANGE CONTROL NORMAL OUTPUT LEVEL STANDARD SELECT USE 5∞23 TO SELECT, USE ENTER TO CONFIRM TO EXIT, PRESS CHOICE. ENTER OTHERS OTHERS RESUME ON ON SCREEN GUIDE ON AUTO STANDBY OFF AV COMPULINK MODE DVD1 PARENTAL LOCK SELECT USE 5∞23 TO SELECT, USE ENTER TO CONFIRM TO EXIT, PRESS CHOICE.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 58 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM English Changing the initial settings LANGUAGE menu MENU LANGUAGE You can select the default menu language to be displayed if it is contained on a DVD VIDEO disc. Setting options ENGLISH, SPANISH, FRENCH, CHINESE, GERMAN, ITALIAN, JAPANESE, language code from AA to ZU • If the disc does not have a menu in the selected language, the disc’s default language will be used.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 59 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM MP3&WMA/JPEG The player can play MP3/WMA and JPEG files recorded on a CD-R/CD-RW disc. However, if a disc contains both MP3/WMA and JPEG files, you can only play files of the type selected in this menu item. Setting options MP3&WMA, JPEG [MP3&WMA]: when selected, only MP3/WMA files can be played back. [JPEG]: when selected, only JPEG files can be played back.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 60 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM English Changing the initial settings PARENTAL LOCK 3 When this option is selected, pressing ENTER on the remote control unit brings up the PARENTAL LOCK display shown below. This allows you to restrict children from playing DVD VIDEO discs. While is pointing to [COUNTRY CODE], press ENTER to bring up the pull-down menu. 4 Press 5/∞ to select the country code.
XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 61 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM To change the settings To temporarily release the Parental Lock You can change the parental lock settings later. Press 5/∞ to move to select [PARENTAL LOCK] and press ENTER. If the parental level is set to a strict value, some discs may not play at all.
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XV-NK58SL[UGUX].book Page 64 Friday, May 16, 2003 5:26 PM XV-NK58SL/LET0230-017A/English English Additional information Appendix D: Glossary 525i/525p Indicates the number of scanning lines and scanning format of an image signal. 525i indicates 525 scanning lines with interlace format, and 525p indicates 525 scanning lines with progressive format. Aspect ratio A ratio which defines the shape of the rectangular picture in a TV. It is the width of the picture relative to the height.
The AV COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to operate JVC’s video components (TV, DVD player and VCR) through this receiver. This receiver is equipped with the AV COMPU LINK-III, which has added a function to operate JVC’s video components through the video components terminals. To use this remote control system, you need to connect the video components you want to operate, following the diagrams below and the procedures on page 66. • Refer also to the manuals supplied with your video components.
English AV COMPU LINK remote control system 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 cords with the monaural miniplugs (not supplied). • See “CONNECTIONS 1” on the previous page. 3. Connect the audio input/output terminals on VCR, DVD player, TV and this receiver using the audio cords with RCA pin plugs. • See pages 8 to 11. 4.
You can use the remote control to operate not only this receiver but also other JVC products. • Refer also to the manuals supplied for the other products. – Some JVC VCRs can accept two types of the control signals—remote codes “A” and “B”. This remote control can operate a VCR whose remote control code is set to “A.” • To operate other products, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the target product. Set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS.
English Operating other manufacturers’ equipment By changing the transmittable signals, you can use the remote control supplied for this unit to operate other manufacturers’ equipment. • Refer also to the manuals supplied with the other products. • To operate those components with the remote control, first you need to set the manufacturers’ codes each for the DBS tuner, VCR, and TV. • After replacing batteries of the remote control, set the manufacturers’ codes again.
❏ Changing the transmittable signals for operating a VCR 1 Press and hold VCR ❏ Changing the transmittable signals for operating a TV 1 Press and hold TV . . 2 Press VCR. 2 Press TV. 3 Enter the manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 – 9, and 0. 3 Enter the manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 – 9, and 0. 4 Release VCR 4 Release TV . Now, you can perform the following operations on the VCR. VCR : Turn on or off the VCR. CHANNEL +/–: Change the channel numbers on the VCR.
English 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. RX-ES1SL PROBLEM SOLUTION POSSIBLE CAUSE The power does not come on. 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. An incorrect source is selected. Select the correct source.
SOLUTION Surround mode cannot be selected. Surround mode is not available on the software being played back, or only the front speakers are set for use. Play not multi-channel software or check the speaker setting. DSP mode cannot be selected. DSP mode is not available on the software being played back, or only the front speakers are set for use. Play back Linear PCM or analog software or check the speaker setting. Continuous hiss or buzzing during FM reception. Incoming signal is too weak.
English Troubleshooting XV-NK58SL Power PROBLEM The power does not come on. POSSIBLE CAUSE Power plug is not inserted securely. “REGION CODE ERROR!” is shown on Region code of the inserted disc does not match the player. the TV screen. JPEG MP3/WMA Audio Picture Operation Operation is not possible. Plug in securely. Check the region code of the disc printed on the disc jacket. Microcomputer malfunction due to lightning or static electricity.
Designs & specifications are subject to change without notice. English Specifications RX-ES1SL Amplifier FM tuner (IHF) Output Power At stereo operation: Tuning Range: 87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz Usable Sensitivity: Monaural: 12.8 dBf (1.2 µV/75 Ω) At surround operation: 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: Monaural: Stereo: 16.0 dBf (1.7 µV/75 Ω) 37.5 dBf (20.5 µV/75 Ω) Front channels: Stereo Separation at REC OUT: 35 dB at 1 kHz Front channels: 100 W per channel*, min.
English Specifications XV-NK58SL General Readable discs: Video format: Audio outputs DVD VIDEO, DVD-R (Video format), DVD-RW (Video format), SVCD, Video CD, Audio CD (CD-DA), MP3/WMA format, JPEG, CD-R/RW (CD-DA, SVCD, Video CD, MP3/WMA format, JPEG) NTSC PAL 525i (Interlaced scan)/525p (Progressive scan) selectable 596i (Interlaced scan) ANALOG OUT (pin jack): 2.0 Vrms (10 kΩ) DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL): 0.
Mains (AC) Line Instruction (not applicable for Europe, U.S.A., Canada, Australia and U.K.
English Español HOME CINEMA CONTROL CENTER CENTRO DE CONTROL DE CINE EN CASA CENTRO DE CONTROLE DE HOME CINEMA Português DVD VIDEO PLAYER REPRODUCTOR DVD VIDEO DVD VIDEO PLAYER RX-ES1SL XV-NK58SL 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. MANUEL DE INSTRUCCTIONES INSTRUÇÕES Model No. Serial No. LVT1002-010B [UW] coverRX-ES1&XV-NK58[UW]f 1 03.7.
Warnings, Cautions, and Others / Avisos, precauciones y otras notas / Advertêcias, precauções e outras notas Caution –– STANDBY/ON switch! Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The STANDBY/ON switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line. The power can be remote controlled. Precaução –– Interruptor STANDBY/ON ! Desconectar o cabo de alimentação para desligar a alimentação por completo.
IMPORTANT FOR LASER PRODUCTS 1. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 2. CAUTION: Do not open the top cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside the Unit; leave all servicing to qualified service personnel. 3. CAUTION: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam. 4. REPRODUCTION OF LABEL: CAUTION LABEL, PLACED INSIDE THE UNIT. IMPORTANTE PARA LOS PRODUCTOS LÁSER 1. PRODUCT LASER CLASE 1 2. PRECAUCIÓN: No abra la tapa superior.
Caution: Proper Ventilation / RX-ES1SL To avoid risk of electric shock and fire and to protect from damage. Locate the apparatus as follows: Front: No obstructions open spacing. Sides: No obstructions in 10 cm from the sides. Top: No obstructions in 10 cm from the top. Back: No obstructions in 15 cm from the back Bottom: No obstructions, place on the level surface. In addition, maintain the best possible air circulation as illustrated.
Parts identification ................................................... 2 Getting started ......................................................... 5 XV-NK58SL Before operation ...................................................
English Parts identification See pages in parentheses for details. Remote control • When operating this receiver (RX-ES1SL), set the mode selector (1) to “AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS.” • When operating the player (XV-NK58SL), set the mode selector (1) to “DVD.” • When using KARAOKE function, set the mode selector (1) to “KARAOKE.
English Parts identification RX-ES1SL See pages in parentheses for details.
English Parts identification XV-NK58SL See pages in parentheses for details.
English Getting started Precautions Putting batteries in the remote control General precautions Before using the remote control, put two supplied batteries first. • When using the remote control, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the front panel. • DO NOT disassemble the unit or remove screws, covers, or cabinet. • DO NOT expose the unit to rain or moisture. • DO NOT expose the unit to direct sunlight or place it near a heating device.
English Getting started Connecting the FM and AM antennas If FM reception is poor, connect outdoor FM antenna (not supplied). If AM reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinylcovered wire (not supplied). AM loop antenna (supplied) Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the AM loop antenna. FM antenna (supplied) RX-ES1SL AM antenna connection Connect the AM loop antenna supplied to the AM LOOP terminals.
English Getting Started Connecting the speakers and DVD player Turn off all components before connections. Speaker Layout Diagram After connecting the front, center and surround speakers, and/or a subwoofer, set the speaker setting information properly to obtain the best possible surround effect. For details, see pages 16 to 19.
English Getting started Connecting the DVD player (XV-NK58SL) Notes for video connection: • You can use component video cord in addition to composite video cord and S-video cord. By using S-video cord or component video cord, you can get a better picture quality—in the order: composite < S-video < component. • To view the picture from the DVD player, connect your TV to this receiver using the same type of cord.
English Getting started Connecting other video components Turn off all components before making connections. • Illustrations of the input/output terminals are typical examples. When you connect other components, refer also to their manuals since the terminal names actually printed on the rear vary among different components. Notes for video connection: • You can use composite video cord or S-video cord for connecting the VCR to this receiver.
English Getting started Activating the Progressive scanning mode using the remote control unit When the player is turned on and the 525i/525p/REMOTE selector is set to “REMOTE,” press and hold down PROGRESSIVE for a few seconds. The scanning mode switches between the Progressive scanning and Interlaced scanning modes. When the scanning mode is set to the Progressive mode, the PROGRESSIVE indicator on the front panel turns on.
English Getting started DBS tuner connection Green Green Blue Blue Red Red Component video cord (not supplied) DVD IN DBS IN MONITOR OUT VIDEO Y DVD IN DBS IN VCR OUT (REC) IN (PLAY) VIDEO PB Composite video cord (not supplied) MONITOR OUT PR S-VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO Connect using one of the video terminals.
English Getting started Digital connection TV Digital optical cord (not supplied) DIGITAL 3 (TV) OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT DIGITAL 1 (DVD) DIGITAL 2 (DBS) DIGITAL IN Digital coaxial cord (supplied: 1 cable) DBS IN DIGITAL 3 (TV) MONITOR OUT VIDEO Y DVD IN DBS IN OUT (REC) VCR VIDEO PB SURROUND SPEAKERS DIGITAL 2 (DBS) LEFT COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT FRONT SPEAKERS RIGHT LEFT DBS tuner DIGITAL IN MONITOR OUT PR ONENT VIDEO CENTER SPEAKER DIGITAL 1 (DVD) RIGHT IN (PLAY) SUBWOOFER OUT CAUTIO
RX-ES1SL English Basic operations 2 Select the source to play DIMMER STANDBY / ON SETTING ADJUST SET / TUNER PRESET SURROUND SOURCE SELECTOR / MULTI JOG MASTER VOLUME PHONES DVD MULTI STANDBY DVD DBS VCR TV FM / AM On the front panel: Turn SOURCE SELECTOR until the source name you want appears on the display. The source indicator corresponding to the selected source lights in red.
English Basic operations CAUTION: DIMMER STANDBY / ON SETTING ADJUST SET / TUNER PRESET SURROUND SOURCE SELECTOR / MULTI JOG MASTER VOLUME PHONES DVD MULTI STANDBY DVD DBS VCR TV FM / AM Be sure to turn down the volume: • Before connecting or putting on headphones, as high volume can damage both the headphones and your hearing. • Before removing headphones, as high volume may output from the speakers.
Turning off the sounds temporarily— Muting From the remote control ONLY: Press MUTING to turn off the sound through all connected speakers. NOTES • When setting speakers and basic items or adjusting sound, select “DIMMER OFF” to confirm the setting you make on the display. • When selecting DVD or DVD MULTI as a source using the remote control, DIMMER functions for the DVD player.
English RX-ES1SL Speaker settings To obtain the best possible surround effect from Surround/DSP modes (see pages 26 to 31), you need to set up the speaker and subwoofer information after all the connections are completed. You can set the speaker information using one of the following three methods. Smart Surround Setup: Set the speakers information automatically by one simple action—clapping hands. The delay time and output level for the center and surround speakers are set automatically.
5 Press SET. Setting the speakers and subwoofer information quickly—Quick Setup “ENTER USE OF SUBWOOFER” scrolls on the display. Entering the use of the subwoofer, the number of the speakers, and your room size, the center and surround speakers’ delay time is automatically calculated. • When you change your speakers, register the information about the speakers again. • You can also set the crossover frequency, the low frequency effect attenuator and the dynamic range compression manually (see page 19).
English Speaker settings When selecting “MEDIUM ROOM,” • Center speaker delay time is set to1 msec. • Surround speakers delay time is set to 2 msec. L C 3 Turn MULTI JOG to select the appropriate setting R 2.7 m 2.4 m for the item selected in step 2, then press SET. Your setting is stored. 2.1 m ANALOG L R VOL LS RS EX.: When selecting “NO” for “SUBWFR.” 4 If you would like to set other items, repeat steps 2 and 3. C When selecting “LARGE ROOM,” • Center speaker delay time is set to 0 msec.
Setting the speaker delay time Setting the crossover frequency—CROSS — CNTR DL (center speaker delay), SURR DL (surround speakers delay) Small speakers cannot reproduce the bass sounds efficiently. If you use a small speaker in any position, this receiver automatically reallocates the bass sound elements assigned to the small speaker to the large speakers. To use this function properly, set this crossover frequency level according to the size of the small speaker connected.
English RX-ES1SL Basic settings Operating procedure DIMMER STANDBY / ON SETTING ADJUST Setting the digital input (DIGITAL IN) terminals—DIGITAL IN SET / TUNER PRESET SURROUND SOURCE SELECTOR / MULTI JOG MASTER VOLUME PHONES DVD MULTI STANDBY DVD DBS VCR TV FM / AM On the front panel ONLY: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.
Setting Auto Surround—AUTO SR You can enjoy Surround mode simply by selecting the source (with digital input selected for that source). Select “ON” when activating Auto Surround. ON: • If multi-channel signal comes in, an appropriate Surround mode will be turned on. • If Dolby Digital 2 channel or DTS 2 channel signal including surround signal comes in, “PLII MOVIE” will be selected. • If Dolby Digital 2 channel or DTS 2 channel signal not including surround signal comes in, “STEREO” will be selected.
English RX-ES1SL Sound adjustments When operating the receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS. Operating procedure Adjusting the tone—BASS, TREBLE You can adjust the bass and treble sounds to your preference. • You have to make these adjustments for each source.
Setting the subwoofer audio position When a stereo source is played back, the subwoofer sound is reinforced compared to the sound from a multi-channel source. Once you have set the subwoofer audio position, the subwoofer output level is decreased by the selected value when a stereo source is played back. The A (audio).POSITION indicator lights up when this function is activated. • You have to make this adjustment for each source. From the remote control ONLY: Press A.
English RX-ES1SL Tuner operations Tuning in to stations manually The buttons on the remote control are mainly used for tuner operations. To use buttons on the remote control, press FM/AM before operation. From the remote control ONLY: 1 Press FM/AM to select the band. When operating this receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS. The last received station of the selected band is tuned in.
3 Press the numeric buttons (1 – 10, +10) to select On the front panel: a channel number while the channel number position is flashing. DIMMER • For channel number 5, press 5. • For channel number 15, press +10, then 5. • For channel number 30, press +10, +10, then 10.
English RX-ES1SL Creating realistic sound fields Reproducing theater ambience Introducing the Surround/DSP modes In a movie theater, many speakers are located on the walls to reproduce impressive multi-surround sound, reaching you from all directions. With these many speakers, sound localization and sound movement can be expressed. Surround/DSP modes built in this receiver can create almost the same surround sound as you can feel in a real movie theater.
DTS** The following DAP modes are provided with this receiver: DTS is another digital signal compression method, developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc., and enables multi-channel encoding and decoding. DTS Digital Surround is another discrete 5.1 channel digital audio format available on CD, LD, and DVD software. Compared to Dolby Digital, the DTS Digital Surround format has a lower audio compression rate, which enables it to add breadth and depth to the sounds reproduced.
English Creating realistic sound fields About relations between speaker layout and Surround/DSP modes Available Surround/DSP modes will vary depending on how many speakers are used with this receiver. Make sure that you have set the speakers information correctly (see pages 16 to 19). • If only front speakers are connected, you cannot use the Surround modes. • If surround speakers are not connected, you cannot use DSP modes.
On the front panel: 3 Press TEST to check the speakers output balance. • No test tone is available when using the buttons on the front panel. “TEST L” starts flashing on the display, and a test tone comes out of the speakers as follows: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 2 again.
English Creating realistic sound fields CENTER*1: To adjust the center speaker output level (from –10 dB to +10 dB). Using DSP modes SURR L*1: To adjust the left surround speaker output level (from –10 dB to +10 dB). SURR R*1: To adjust the right surround speaker output level (from –10 dB to +10 dB). Once you have adjusted the DSP modes, the adjustment is memorized for each source. • You cannot use the DSP modes if no surround speakers are connected.
5 Turn MULTI JOG until the setting item you want 4 Adjust the surround speaker output levels (from –10 dB to +10 dB). to set appears on the display, then press SET. • Make adjustments so that the sound level of the selected speaker is set at the same level as that of the front speakers. • As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follows: L LPCM R DSP SUBWFR VOL BASS CENTER EFFECT* B.BOOST R DSP SUBWFR L LPCM To adjust the left surround speaker level, press SURR L +/–.
English RX-ES1SL Using the DVD MULTI playback mode This receiver provides the DVD MULTI playback mode for reproducing the analog discrete output mode (5.1 channel reproduction) of the DVD player. In addition, the DVD MULTI playback mode can be used for reproducing a DVD Audio sound. Before playing back a DVD, refer also to the manual supplied with the DVD player.
01_Before_operation.fm Page 33 Thursday, July 31, 2003 1:41 PM XV-NK58SL About this manual • Discs of irregular shape or discs with tape, seals or paste on either the label side or playback side. Playing back these discs may damage the player. • The display window information and OSD (On Screen Display) menu items are put in brackets [ ] in the operation procedures.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 34 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM XV-NK58SL English Basic operations NOTE Even if you turn off the player, the player is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet. This state is called standby mode. In this state, the player consumes a very small amount of power. Initial setup When you turn on the player for the first time after purchase, the following message appears on the TV screen.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 35 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM 5 English Basic operations Press ENTER. The third page is shown, in which the pull-down menu of the [DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT] is already open. Basic playback DVD PLAYER SET UP DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM PCM ONLY ANALOG DOWN MIX DOLBY PROLOGIC DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM D RANGE CONTROL STREAM/PCM ON OUTPUT LEVEL SELECT USE 5∞23 TO SELECT, USE ENTER TO CONFIRM 1 Press 0 (or OPEN/CLOSE on the remote control unit) to open the disc tray.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 36 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM English Basic operations About On-screen guide icons You may see the following icons displayed over the picture. They have the following meanings. : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded from multiple angles (see page 43). : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded with multiple audio languages (see page 43). : Appears at the beginning of a scene recorded with multiple subtitle languages (see page 43).
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 37 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM To resume playback English Basic operations Various speed playback When the resume mode is “ON” While the disc you interrupted playback is still on the disc tray, press 3. To advance or reverse playback rapidly while monitoring The player resumes playback from the position where playback was interrupted. The TV screen shows [RESUME PLAY]. To play back from the beginning Press 7 before pressing 3 to start playback.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 38 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM English Basic operations Locating the beginning of a scene or song For DVD VIDEO: During playback, you can skip a chapter or title, depending on the disc configuration. For SVCD/Video CD: During playback without PBC function, you can skip a track. For Audio CD: During playback or while in stop mode, you can skip a track. To skip forward, press ¢. To skip backward, press 4.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 39 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM XV-NK58SL Locating a desired scene from the menu of a SVCD/Video CD with PBC Some SVCD/Video CD discs support the PBC function. PBC is an abbreviation of “Playback Control.” Some SVCD/Video CD discs recorded with PBC have their own menus, such as a list of the songs of the disc. You can locate a specific scene by using the PBC menu. 1 In stop mode, press 3 or TOP MENU. A disc menu appears on the TV screen.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 40 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM English Advanced operations 3 HOME CINEMA CONTROL CENTER OPEN/CLOSE The specified time is displayed in the pull-down menu. AUDIO KARAOKE AUDIO/TV /VCR/DBS DVD DVD VCR DBS TV DVD VCR DBS TV DVD MULTI FM/AM TV/VIDEO MUTING TV VOL Example (for DVD VIDEO) To play back from 2(H):34(M):00(S) Press 2, 3, then 4. VOLUME CHANNEL TUNING Press the numeric buttons (0 to 9) to enter the desired time.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 41 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM 4 Press the numeric buttons to specify tracks in the desired order. To select 5: press 5. To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3. To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10. English Advanced operations To play back in random order (Random play) The total program time 1 Total Program Time PROGRAM No.
03_Advanced_operations.fm Page 42 Friday, August 22, 2003 9:32 AM Operaciones avanzadas Consejo Cuando el modo de reproducción del programa está activo con un SVCD, Video CD o Audio CD, el modo de repetición cambiará del mismo modo. Recuerde, sin embargo, que en el modo “ ”, el reproductor repetirá todas las pistas programadas en lugar de todas las pistas del disco.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 43 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM 2 Changing the language, sound and scene angle English Advanced operations Press 5/∞ or AUDIO to select the desired audio. Each time you press 5/∞ or AUDIO, the audio changes. For DVD VIDEO (example) 1/3 ENGLISH To select the subtitle language (SUBTITLE) 2/3 FRENCH 3/3 SPANISH For SVCD ST1 Some DVD VIDEO and SVCD discs contain more than one subtitle language. You can choose a desired one from them.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 44 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM English Advanced operations 2 Press 2/3 to select the desired preset. Each time you press the button, the VFP mode changes as follows. Set the video type most suitable to the current program or the room conditions. NORMAL CINEMA USER 1 USER 2 Selected preset USER 1 GAMMA + 4 BRIGHTNESS + 4 CONTRAST +13 SATURATION +13 TINT +13 SHARPNESS + 3 Y DELAY + 2 Parameter [NORMAL]: for watching TV in a general room.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 45 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM English Advanced operations To dismiss the VFP mode selection window Menu bar functions Press VFP. NOTES • The window for VFP mode selection and parameter setting disappear if no operation is made for about 10 seconds. • When the KARAOKE function is turned on, the VFP function cannot be activated even if the mode selector on the remote control unit is set to “DVD.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 46 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM English Advanced operations Menu bar functions for DVD VIDEO Menu bar functions for SVCD/Video CD/ Audio CD Time mode selection During playback, selects the time mode shown in the display window and in the status bar. Press ENTER to select the time mode from the following. • TOTAL: Current title elapsed time • T.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 47 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM XV-NK58SL • As for MP3 files, we recommend you to record your material at a 44.1 kHz sampling rate, using the 128 kbps data transfer rate. • As for WMA files, make sure that the copyright feature is set to off. • As for WMA files, we recommend you to record your material at a bit rate of 64 kbps or higher. Basic operations Use the following buttons to control MP3/WMA disc playback. ENTER: Starts playback while stopped.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 48 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM English MP3/WMA disc playback 2 To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3. To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10. Press the numeric buttons to specify a desired group number. To select 5: press 5. To select 23: press +10, +10, then 3. To select 40: press +10, +10, +10, then 10. The player starts playback from the selected track. Specify the group number within several seconds after pressing TITLE/GROUP (i.e.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 49 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM XV-NK58SL Notes for making your own JPEG disc using a CD-R/ CD-RW disc • Select “ISO 9660” as the disc format. • We recommend you to record your material at a 640 x 480 pixel resolution. • This player supports the baseline JPEG format. Basic operations To see a desired picture When inserting a JPEG disc, after the disc contents are read, the JPEG CONTROL display automatically appears on the TV screen.
05_JPEG_disc_playback.fm Page 50 Thursday, July 31, 2003 1:42 PM English JPEG disc playback Viewing pictures continuously (slide show mode) You can see files (still pictures) one after another automatically. To start the slide show Press 3. The slide show starts from the beginning of the disc. Each file (still picture) is displayed for approximately 3 seconds. To stop slide show playback in the middle Press 7 or MENU. The TV screen returns to the JPEG CONTROL display.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 51 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM English JPEG disc playback Repeat function In the slide show mode, you can repeat playback of JPEG files in a group or on the disc. 1 While the JPEG CONTROL display is shown, press REPEAT. Pressing REPEAT switches the repeat mode. When the repeat mode is turned on, the [ ] indicator lights in the display window. The selected repeat mode is shown on the JPEG CONTROL display. REPEAT ALL: All files on the disc are repeated.
06_Karaoke_operation.fm Page 52 Thursday, July 31, 2003 1:43 PM XV-NK58SL English KARAOKE operation Connecting a microphone Connect a microphone to the MIC jack on the front panel. To adjust the microphone volume Turn MIC LEVEL on the front panel. Turning it clockwise raises the level, while turning it counterclockwise lower the level. NOTES NOTE When using the KARAOKE function, set the mode selector to “KARAOKE.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 53 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM English KARAOKE operation To turn off and on the reservation table Press RESERVE to turn off the reservation table. To turn on the reservation table, for example in order to check the reservation contents, press RESERVE again. Selecting audio Most KARAOKE discs have the capability of adding a “guide vocal” or “guide melody” to the KARAOKE accompaniment.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 54 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM English KARAOKE operation Example for SVCD, Video CD or Audio CD with KARAOKE L+R Stereo audio L Left channel only R Right channel only Using the KARAOKE SOUND button You can select sound without activating the KARAOKE menu. 1 Press KARAOKE SOUND. The [KARAOKE] selection window appears on the TV screen. KARAOKE L+R Selecting KARAOKE sound (KARAOKE SOUND) Among KARAOKE DVD VIDEO discs, there are “multi-sound KARAOKE” discs.
06_Karaoke_operation.fm Page 55 Thursday, July 31, 2003 1:44 PM Using the VOCAL button You can select a desired function without activating the KARAOKE menu. 1 Adding various effects to the vocal (VOCAL EFFECT) Press VOCAL. The [VOCAL] selection window appears on the TV screen. VOCAL Using the KARAOKE menu NORMAL See page 52 for how to turn on the KARAOKE menu. 2 3 Press 5/∞ to select the desired function. Press ENTER, or wait until the [VOCAL] selection window goes off.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 56 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM English KARAOKE operation NOTES • The key returns to the normal key after the current song ends. • You cannot shift the musical key when playing back a disc listed below: - Audio CD with DTS - DVD with DTS - DVD with MPEG Multichannel - DVD with 96 kHz linear PCM Shifting the musical key You can shift the musical key of a song recorded on a disc to fit to your voice. Using the KARAOKE menu See page 52 for how to turn on the KARAOKE menu.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 57 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM XV-NK58SL English Changing the initial settings AUDIO AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT STREAM/PCM ANALOG DOWN MIX STEREO D RANGE CONTROL NORMAL OUTPUT LEVEL STANDARD SELECT USE 5∞23 TO SELECT, USE ENTER TO CONFIRM TO EXIT, PRESS CHOICE. ENTER OTHERS OTHERS RESUME ON ON SCREEN GUIDE ON AUTO STANDBY OFF AV COMPULINK MODE DVD1 PARENTAL LOCK SELECT USE 5∞23 TO SELECT, USE ENTER TO CONFIRM TO EXIT, PRESS CHOICE.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 58 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM English Changing the initial settings LANGUAGE menu MENU LANGUAGE You can select the default menu language to be displayed if it is contained on a DVD VIDEO disc. Setting options ENGLISH, SPANISH, FRENCH, CHINESE, GERMAN, ITALIAN, JAPANESE, language code from AA to ZU • If the disc does not have a menu in the selected language, the disc’s default language will be used.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 59 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM MP3&WMA/JPEG The player can play MP3/WMA and JPEG files recorded on a CD-R/CD-RW disc. However, if a disc contains both MP3/WMA and JPEG files, you can only play files of the type selected in this menu item. Setting options MP3&WMA, JPEG [MP3&WMA]: when selected, only MP3/WMA files can be played back. [JPEG]: when selected, only JPEG files can be played back.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 60 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM English Changing the initial settings PARENTAL LOCK 3 When this option is selected, pressing ENTER on the remote control unit brings up the PARENTAL LOCK display shown below. This allows you to restrict children from playing DVD VIDEO discs. While is pointing to [COUNTRY CODE], press ENTER to bring up the pull-down menu. 4 Press 5/∞ to select the country code.
XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 61 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM To change the settings To temporarily release the Parental Lock You can change the parental lock settings later. Press 5/∞ to move to select [PARENTAL LOCK] and press ENTER. If the parental level is set to a strict value, some discs may not play at all.
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XV-NK58SL[UW].book Page 64 Friday, May 16, 2003 4:31 PM English Additional information Appendix D: Glossary 525i/525p Indicates the number of scanning lines and scanning format of an image signal. 525i indicates 525 scanning lines with interlace format, and 525p indicates 525 scanning lines with progressive format. Aspect ratio A ratio which defines the shape of the rectangular picture in a TV. It is the width of the picture relative to the height. A conventional TV picture is 4:3 in aspect ratio.
The AV COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to operate JVC’s video components (TV, DVD player and VCR) through this receiver. This receiver is equipped with the AV COMPU LINK-III, which has added a function to operate JVC’s video components through the video components terminals. To use this remote control system, you need to connect the video components you want to operate, following the diagrams below and the procedures on page 66. • Refer also to the manuals supplied with your video components.
English AV COMPU LINK remote control system 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 cords with the monaural miniplugs (not supplied). • See “CONNECTIONS 1” on the previous page. 3. Connect the audio input/output terminals on VCR, DVD player, TV and this receiver using the audio cords with RCA pin plugs. • See pages 8 to 11. 4.
You can use the remote control to operate not only this receiver but also other JVC products. • Refer also to the manuals supplied for the other products. – Some JVC VCRs can accept two types of the control signals—remote codes “A” and “B”. This remote control can operate a VCR whose remote control code is set to “A.” • To operate other products, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the target product. Set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS.
English Operating other manufacturers’ equipment By changing the transmittable signals, you can use the remote control supplied for this unit to operate other manufacturers’ equipment. • Refer also to the manuals supplied with the other products. • To operate those components with the remote control, first you need to set the manufacturers’ codes each for the DBS tuner, VCR, and TV. • After replacing batteries of the remote control, set the manufacturers’ codes again.
❏ Changing the transmittable signals for operating a VCR 1 Press and hold VCR ❏ Changing the transmittable signals for operating a TV 1 Press and hold TV . . 2 Press VCR. 2 Press TV. 3 Enter the manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 – 9, and 0. 3 Enter the manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 – 9, and 0. 4 Release VCR 4 Release TV . Now, you can perform the following operations on the VCR. VCR : Turn on or off the VCR. CHANNEL +/–: Change the channel numbers on the VCR.
English 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. RX-ES1SL PROBLEM SOLUTION POSSIBLE CAUSE The power does not come on. 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. An incorrect source is selected. Select the correct source.
SOLUTION Surround mode cannot be selected. Surround mode is not available on the software being played back, or only the front speakers are set for use. Play not multi-channel software or check the speaker setting. DSP mode cannot be selected. DSP mode is not available on the software being played back, or only the front speakers are set for use. Play back Linear PCM or analog software or check the speaker setting. Continuous hiss or buzzing during FM reception. Incoming signal is too weak.
English Troubleshooting XV-NK58SL Power PROBLEM The power does not come on. POSSIBLE CAUSE Power plug is not inserted securely. “REGION CODE ERROR!” is shown on Region code of the inserted disc does not match the player. the TV screen. JPEG MP3/WMA Audio Picture Operation Operation is not possible. Plug in securely. Check the region code of the disc printed on the disc jacket. Microcomputer malfunction due to lightning or static electricity.
Designs & specifications are subject to change without notice. English Specifications RX-ES1SL Amplifier FM tuner (IHF) Output Power At stereo operation: Tuning Range: 87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz Usable Sensitivity: Monaural: 12.8 dBf (1.2 µV/75 Ω) At surround operation: 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: Monaural: Stereo: 16.0 dBf (1.7 µV/75 Ω) 37.5 dBf (20.5 µV/75 Ω) Front channels: Stereo Separation at REC OUT: 35 dB at 1 kHz Front channels: 100 W per channel*, min.
English Specifications XV-NK58SL General Readable discs: Video format: Audio outputs DVD VIDEO, DVD-R (Video format), DVD-RW (Video format), SVCD, Video CD, Audio CD (CD-DA), MP3/WMA format, JPEG, CD-R/RW (CD-DA, SVCD, Video CD, MP3/WMA format, JPEG) NTSC PAL 525i (Interlaced scan)/525p (Progressive scan) selectable 596i (Interlaced scan) ANALOG OUT (pin jack): 2.0 Vrms (10 kΩ) DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL): 0.
Mains (AC) Line Instruction (not applicable for Europe, U.S.A., Canada, Australia and U.K.) Instrucción sobre la línea de la red (CA) (no aplicable para Europa, EE.UU., Canadá, Australia, ni el Reino Unido) Instrução sobre a tensão da rede eléctrica (CA) (não aplicável para a Europa, os E.U.A.
HOME THEATER RECEIVER RX-ES1SL 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. LVT1002-016A [UJ] cover_RX-ES1SL[UJ]f 3 03.5.
Warnings, Cautions, and Others CAUTION To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.: 1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet. 2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Caution––STANDBY/ON switch! Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The STANDBY/ON switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line. The power can be remote controlled. CAUTION • Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.
Table of Contents Parts identification ............................................................2 Getting started ..................................................................4 Before installation ................................................................................ 4 Checking the supplied accessories ..................................................... 4 Putting batteries in the remote control ................................................. 4 Setting the voltage selector .............
Parts identification See pages in parentheses for details.
Parts identification See pages in parentheses for details.
Getting started Before installation Putting batteries in the remote control General Precautions Before using the remote control, put two supplied batteries first. • DO NOT insert any metal object into the unit. • DO NOT disassemble the unit or remove screws, covers, or cabinet. • DO NOT expose the unit to rain or moisture. 1 Press and slide the buttery cover on the back of the remote control. 2 Insert batteries. Locations • Install the unit in a location that is level and protected from moisture.
Getting started Connecting the FM and AM antennas If FM reception is poor, connect outdoor FM antenna (not supplied). If AM reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinylcovered wire (not supplied). AM loop antenna (supplied) Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the AM loop antenna. FM antenna (supplied) AM antenna connection Connect the AM loop antenna supplied to the AM LOOP terminals. Connect the white cord to the AM EXT terminal, and the black cord to H terminal.
Getting Started Connecting the speakers Turn off all components before connections. Speaker Layout Diagram After connecting the front, center and surround speakers, and/or a subwoofer, set the speaker setting information properly to obtain the best possible surround effect. For details, see pages 15 to 18.
Getting started Connecting video components Turn off all components before making connections. • Illustrations of the input/output terminals are typical examples. When you connect other components, refer also to their manuals since the terminal names actually printed on the rear vary among different components. Notes for video connection: • You can use composite video cord or S-video cord for connecting the VCR to this receiver.
Getting started • When connecting a DVD player with its analog discrete output jacks (5.1-channel reproduction—see page 31): Green Green DBS IN Blue Red Red Component video cord (not supplied) Connect using one of the video terminals.
Getting started TV connection DO NOT use a TV through a VCR or a TV with a built-in VCR; Otherwise, the picture may be distorted. Connect using one of the video terminals.
Getting started Digital connection TV Digital optical cord (not supplied) DIGITAL 3 (TV) OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT DIGITAL 1 (DVD) DIGITAL IN DIGITAL 2 (DBS) Digital coaxial cord (supplied: 1 cable) FRONT DVD IN L DBS IN DIGITAL 3 (TV) MONITOR OUT VIDEO Y CENTER DVD IN DBS IN OUT (REC) VCR DIGITAL 1 (DVD) PB VIDEO SURROUND SPEAKERS COMPONENT VIDEO DIGITAL 2 (DBS) LEFT FRONT SPEAKERS RIGHT LEFT COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT DBS tuner DIGITAL IN MONITOR OUT PR SURR (REAR) HT LEFT CENTER SPEAKER
Basic operations 2 Select the source to play DIMMER STANDBY / ON SETTING ADJUST SET / TUNER PRESET SURROUND SOURCE SELECTOR / MULTI JOG MASTER VOLUME PHONES DVD MULTI STANDBY DVD DBS VCR TV FM / AM On the front panel: Turn SOURCE SELECTOR until the source name you want appears on the display. The source indicator corresponding to the selected source lights in red.
Basic operations DIMMER STANDBY / ON SETTING ADJUST SET / TUNER PRESET SURROUND SOURCE SELECTOR / MULTI JOG MASTER VOLUME PHONES DVD MULTI STANDBY DVD DBS VCR TV FM / AM HOME THEATER RECEIVER AUDIO OPEN/CLOSE DVD VCR DBS DVD VCR DBS TV DVD MULTI FM/AM TV/VIDEO MUTING TV VOL CHANNEL When operating the receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS.
Basic operations The following are the analog/digital signal format indicators on the display to indicate what type of signal comes into the receiver. Turning off the power with the Sleep Timer ANALOG: Lights when analog input is selected. You can fall asleep while listening to music—Sleep Timer. LPCM: Lights when Linear PCM signal comes in. DOLBY D: • Lights when Dolby Digital signal comes in. • Flashes when “DGTL D.D.” is selected for software not encoded with Dolby Digital.
Basic operations Changing the display brightness Basic adjustment of auto memory You can dim the display. This receiver memorizes sound settings for each source: • when you turn off the power, • when you change the source, and • when you change the analog/digital input mode (see page 11). Press DIMMER repeatedly.
Speaker settings To obtain the best possible surround effect from Surround/DSP modes (see pages 25 to 30), you need to set up the speaker and subwoofer information after all the connections are completed. You can set the speaker information using one of the following three methods. Smart Surround Setup: Set the speakers information automatically by one simple action—clapping hands. The delay time and output level for the center and surround speakers are set automatically.
Speaker settings 5 Press SET. Setting the speakers and subwoofer information quickly—Quick Setup “ENTER USE OF SUBWOOFER” scrolls on the display. Entering the use of the subwoofer, the number of the speakers, and your room size, the center and surround speakers’ delay time is automatically calculated. • When you change your speakers, register the information about the speakers again.
Speaker settings When selecting “MEDIUM ROOM,” • Center speaker delay time is set to1 msec. • Surround speakers delay time is set to 2 msec. L 3 Turn MULTI JOG to select the appropriate setting R C for the item selected in step 2, then press SET. 9 feet (2.7 m) Your setting is stored. 8 feet (2.4 m) ANALOG L R 7 feet (2.1 m) VOL LS RS EX.: When selecting “NO” for “SUBWFR.” 4 If you would like to set other items, repeat steps 2 and 3.
Speaker settings Setting the speaker delay time Setting the crossover frequency—CROSS — CNTR DL (center speaker delay), SURR DL (surround speakers delay) Small speakers cannot reproduce the bass sounds efficiently. If you use a small speaker in any position, this receiver automatically reallocates the bass sound elements assigned to the small speaker to the large speakers. To use this function properly, set this crossover frequency level according to the size of the small speaker connected.
Basic settings Operating procedure DIMMER STANDBY / ON SETTING ADJUST Setting the digital input (DIGITAL IN) terminals—DIGITAL IN SET / TUNER PRESET SURROUND SOURCE SELECTOR / MULTI JOG MASTER VOLUME PHONES DVD MULTI STANDBY DVD DBS VCR TV FM / AM On the front panel ONLY: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 1 again.
Basic settings Setting Auto Surround—AUTO SR You can enjoy Surround mode simply by selecting the source (with digital input selected for that source). Select “ON” when activating Auto Surround. ON: • If multi-channel signal comes in, an appropriate Surround mode will be turned on. • If Dolby Digital 2 channel or DTS 2 channel signal including surround signal comes in, “PLII MOVIE” will be selected.
Sound adjustments When operating the receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS. DVD AUDIO/TV /VCR/DBS Operating procedure Adjusting the tone—BASS, TREBLE You can adjust the bass and treble sounds to your preference. • You have to make these adjustments for each source.
Sound adjustments Setting the subwoofer audio position When a stereo source is played back, the subwoofer sound is reinforced compared to the sound from a multi-channel source. Once you have set the subwoofer audio position, the subwoofer output level is decreased by the selected value when a stereo source is played back. The A (audio).POSITION indicator lights up when this function is activated. • You have to make this adjustment for each source. From the remote control ONLY: Press A.
Tuner operations Tuning in to stations manually The buttons on the remote control are mainly used for tuner operations. To use buttons on the remote control, press FM/AM before operation. From the remote control ONLY: 1 Press FM/AM to select the band. When operating this receiver using the remote control, always set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS. The last received station of the selected band is tuned in. • Each time you press the button, the band alternates between FM and AM.
Tuner operations 3 Press the numeric buttons (1 – 10, +10) to select On the front panel: a channel number while the channel number position is flashing. DIMMER • For channel number 5, press 5. • For channel number 15, press +10, then 5. • For channel number 30, press +10, +10, then 10.
Creating realistic sound fields Reproducing theater ambience Introducing the Surround/DSP modes In a movie theater, many speakers are located on the walls to reproduce impressive multi-surround sound, reaching you from all directions. With these many speakers, sound localization and sound movement can be expressed. Surround/DSP modes built in this receiver can create almost the same surround sound as you can feel in a real movie theater. You can use the following Surround/DSP modes with this receiver.
Creating realistic sound fields DTS** The following DAP modes are provided with this receiver: DTS is another digital signal compression method, developed by Digital Theater Systems, Inc., and enables multi-channel encoding and decoding. DTS Digital Surround is another discrete 5.1 channel digital audio format available on CD, LD, and DVD software.
Creating realistic sound fields About relations between speaker layout and Surround/DSP modes Available Surround/DSP modes will vary depending on how many speakers are used with this receiver. Make sure that you have set the speakers information correctly (see pages 15 to 18). • If only front speakers are connected, you cannot use the Surround modes. • If surround speakers are not connected, you cannot use DSP modes.
Creating realistic sound fields On the front panel: 3 Press TEST to check the speakers output balance. • No test tone is available when using the buttons on the front panel. “TEST L” starts flashing on the display, and a test tone comes out of the speakers as follows: Before you start, remember... There is a time limit in doing the following steps. If the setting is canceled before you finish, start from step 2 again.
Creating realistic sound fields CENTER*1: To adjust the center speaker output level (from –10 dB to +10 dB). Using DSP modes SURR L*1: To adjust the left surround speaker output level (from –10 dB to +10 dB). SURR R*1: To adjust the right surround speaker output level (from –10 dB to +10 dB). Once you have adjusted the DSP modes, the adjustment is memorized for each source. • You cannot use the DSP modes if no surround speakers are connected. • You cannot adjust the effect level for “ALL CH ST.
Creating realistic sound fields 5 Turn MULTI JOG until the setting item you want 4 Adjust the surround speaker output levels (from –10 dB to +10 dB). to set appears on the display, then press SET. • Make adjustments so that the sound level of the selected speaker is set at the same level as that of the front speakers. • As you turn MULTI JOG, the indication changes as follows: L LPCM R DSP SUBWFR VOL BASS CENTER EFFECT* B.
Using the DVD MULTI playback mode This receiver provides the DVD MULTI playback mode for reproducing the analog discrete output mode (5.1 channel reproduction) of the DVD player. In addition, the DVD MULTI playback mode can be used for reproducing a DVD Audio sound. Before playing back a DVD, refer also to the manual supplied with the DVD player. • When using the DVD MULTI playback mode, connect the DVD player with its analog discrete output jacks to the DVD IN jacks on the rear panel (see page 8).
AV COMPU LINK remote control system The AV COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to operate JVC’s video components (TV, DVD player and VCR) through this receiver. This receiver is equipped with the AV COMPU LINK-III, which has added a function to operate JVC’s video components through the video components terminals. To use this remote control system, you need to connect the video components you want to operate, following the diagrams below and the procedures on page 33.
AV COMPU LINK remote control system 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 cords with the monaural miniplugs (not supplied). • See “CONNECTIONS 1” on the previous page. 3. Connect the audio input/output terminals on VCR, DVD player, TV and this receiver using the audio cords with RCA pin plugs. • See pages 7 to 9. 4.
Operating other JVC products You can use the remote control to operate not only this receiver but also other JVC products. • Refer also to the manuals supplied for the other products. – Some JVC VCRs can accept two types of the control signals—remote codes “A” and “B”. This remote control can operate a VCR whose remote control code is set to “A.” • To operate other products, aim the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the target product. Set the mode selector to AUDIO/TV/VCR/DBS.
Operating other manufacturers’ equipment By changing the transmittable signals, you can use the remote control supplied for this unit to operate other manufacturers’ equipment. • Refer also to the manuals supplied with the other products. • To operate those components with the remote control, first you need to set the manufacturers’ codes each for the DBS tuner, VCR, and TV. • After replacing batteries of the remote control, set the manufacturers’ codes again.
Operating other manufacturers’ equipment ❏ Changing the transmittable signals for operating a VCR 1 Press and hold VCR . 2 Press VCR. 3 Enter the manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 – 9, and 0. 4 Release VCR . Now, you can perform the following operations on the VCR. VCR : Turn on or off the VCR. After pressing VCR (source selecting button), you can perform the following operations on the VCR. CHANNEL +/–: Change the channel numbers on the VCR. 1 – 9, 0: Select the channel numbers on the VCR.
Operating other manufacturers’ equipment ❏ Changing the transmittable signals for operating a TV 1 Press and hold TV . 2 Press TV. 3 Enter the manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 – 9, and 0. 4 Release TV . Now, you can perform the following operations on the TV. TV : Turn on or off the TV. TV VOL +/–: Adjust the volume. TV/VIDEO: Change the input mode (either TV or VIDEO). After pressing TV (source selecting button), you can perform the following operations on the TV.
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 SOLUTION POSSIBLE CAUSE The power does not come on. 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. An incorrect source is selected. Select the correct source. Muting is activated.
Troubleshooting SOLUTION Surround mode cannot be selected. Surround mode is not available on the software being played back, or only the front speakers are set for use. Play not multi-channel software or check the speaker setting. DSP mode cannot be selected. DSP mode is not available on the software being played back, or only the front speakers are set for use. Play back Linear PCM or analog software or check the speaker setting. Continuous hiss or buzzing during FM reception.
Specifications Designs & specifications are subject to change without notice. RX-ES1SL Amplifier FM tuner (IHF) Output Power At stereo operation: Tuning Range: 87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz Usable Sensitivity: Monaural: 12.8 dBf (1.2 µV/75 Ω) At surround operation: 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: Monaural: Stereo: 16.0 dBf (1.7 µV/75 Ω) 37.5 dBf (20.5 µV/75 Ω) Front channels: Stereo Separation at REC OUT: 35 dB at 1 kHz Front channels: 100 W per channel*, min.
FM 75 AM LOOP VOLTAGE SELECTOR 230 240V ANTENNA 110V COAXIAL 127V AV COMULINK-III AM EXT AUDIO DVD IN SUBWOOFER FRONT R DVD IN L DBS IN VIDEO Y CENTER L PB R PR DBS IN OUT VCR IN (REC) (PLAY) TV IN VOLTAGE SELECTOR 220V 110V 230 240V 127V DIGITAL 3 (TV) MONITOR OUT SURR (REAR) RIGHT LEFT DVD IN DBS IN OUT (REC) VCR DIGITAL 1 (DVD) CENTER SPEAKER SURROUND SPEAKERS RIGHT IN (PLAY) VIDEO DIGITAL 2 (DBS) LEFT FRONT SPEAKERS RIGHT LEFT DIGITAL IN MONITOR OUT SUBWOOFE
