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JVC RX-F10S Instructions Manual

JVC RX-F10S Instructions Manual

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HOME CINEMA CONTROL CENTER
RX-F10S
INSTRUCTIONS
LVT1163-007A
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  • Page 1 HOME CINEMA CONTROL CENTER RX-F10S INSTRUCTIONS LVT1163-007A...
  • Page 2 Warnings, Cautions and Others IMPORTANT for the U.K. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.
  • Page 3 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. Spacing 15 cm or more Wall or obstructions RX-F10S Front Stand height 15 cm or more Floor...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    “SOME DOS AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT” This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. Do read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Introducing the Surround modes ... 31 Introducing the DSP modes ... 33 Using the Surround/DSP modes ... 34 Activating the Surround/DSP modes ... 35 Operating other JVC products ... 36 Operating other manufacturers’ products ... 38 Troubleshooting ... 41 Specifications ... 42 —Smart Surround Setup ...

  • Page 6: Parts Identification

    ANALOG/DIGITAL INPUT button (12, 13) s TEST TONE button (23) d SLEEP button (15) * These buttons can be used for operating a JVC DVD recorder or DVD player with the mode selector set to “DVR” or “DVD” (see page 37).
  • Page 7 See pages in parentheses for details. Front panel STANDBY / ON TV DIRECT SETTING ADJUST SURROUND 7 8 9 p STANDBY/ON button and standby lamp (12, 14) 2 Display window (see below) 3 Source lamps DVD MULTI, DVR/DVD, VCR, VIDEO, TV, FM/AM 4 •...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting started Before Installation General precautions • Be sure your hands are dry. • Turn the power off to all components. • Read the manuals supplied with the components you are going to connect. Locations • Install the receiver in a location that is level and protected from moisture and dust.

  • Page 9: Connecting The Fm And Am (Mw) Antennas

    Connecting the FM and AM (MW) antennas If FM reception is poor, connect an outdoor FM antenna (not supplied). FM antenna (supplied) AM (MW) antenna connection Connect the AM (MW) loop antenna supplied to the AM LOOP terminals. Turn the loop until you have the best reception. •...

  • Page 10: Connecting The Speakers

    Connecting the speakers Speaker Layout Diagram Powered subwoofer (SW) Right front speaker Left front speaker Connecting the speakers Turn off all components before making connections. Twist and remove the insulation at the end of each speaker cord. Press and hold the clamp of the speaker terminal (1), then insert the speaker cord (2).

  • Page 11: Connecting Video Components

    Connecting video components SCART connection You can enjoy pictures and sounds from playback components simply by connecting with the SCART cable. • If your video components have digital output terminal, also connect them using the digital terminals explained in “Digital connection”...
  • Page 12 SCART cables. For details on T-V LINK, refer also to the manuals supplied with the TV and the VCR. • Connect a SCART cable to EXT-2 terminal on the JVC’s T-V LINK compatible TV for the T-V LINK function. • Some video components support the data communication like T-V LINK.
  • Page 13 When you connect a DVD player with its analogue discrete output jacks (DVD MULTI IN): This connection is the best connection method for enjoying DVD Audio sounds. When a DVD Audio disc is played back, the original high- quality sounds can be reproduced only using this connection. VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT...
  • Page 14 7 Connecting another video component to the VIDEO IN jacks If your video components have S-video (Y/C-separation) and/or component video (Y, P cable (not supplied) and/or component video cable (not supplied). By using these jacks, you can get better picture quality in the order: Component video >...

  • Page 15: Connecting The Power Cord

    Digital connection This receiver is equipped with three DIGITAL IN terminals—one digital coaxial terminal and two digital optical terminals. To reproduce the digital sound, use the digital connection in addition to the analogue connection methods described on pages 7 to 10. Digital coaxial cable (supplied: 1 cable) Digital optical cable (not supplied) When the component has a digital coaxial output...

  • Page 16: Basic Operations

    Basic operations When operating the receiver using the remote control, set the mode selector to “AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB.” Turn on the power Press STANDBY/ON (or AUDIO on the remote control). The standby lamp goes off and the source lamp of the current source lights in red.

  • Page 17: Adjust The Volume

    Adjust the volume To increase the volume, turn MASTER VOLUME control clockwise (or press VOLUME + on the remote control). To decrease the volume, turn MASTER VOLUME control counterclockwise (or press VOLUME – on the remote control). • When you adjust the volume, the volume level indication appears on the display for a while.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Subwoofer Audio Position

    When operating the receiver using the remote control, set the mode selector to “AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB.” Adjusting the subwoofer audio position If the subwoofer sound is reinforced for stereo sound compared to the sound reproduced with multi-channel, set the subwoofer audio position. The subwoofer output level is automatically decreased by the selected value when you are listening in stereo.

  • Page 19: Turning Off The Sounds Temporarily

    Turning off the sounds temporarily From the remote control ONLY: Press MUTING to turn off the sound through all connected speakers and headphones connected. “MUTING” appears on the display and the volume turns off. C.TONE VIRTUAL SB AUDIO P. BASS TA NEWS INFO RDS TUNED ST AUTO MUTING LPCM DOLBY D...

  • Page 20: Basic Settings

    Basic settings To obtain the best possible sound effect from Surround/DSP modes (see pages 31 to 35), you need to set up the speaker and subwoofer information after all the connections are completed. From pages 16 to 21, how to set speakers and other basic items of the receiver are explained.

  • Page 21: Basic Setting Items

    In the following cases, set the speakers manually. • When the receiver detects the sound as “SILENT” twice in succession. The setting is made. (The distance of the speakers from which sound has not been detected is set to “+9.0m (+30ft).”) The receiver exits from Smart Surround Setup.

  • Page 22: Operating Procedure

    Operating procedure 3, 5 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. Ex.: When setting DIGITAL IN 1 terminal. Press SETTING.

  • Page 23: Setting Bass Sound

    Setting the speaker distance The distance from your listening point to the speakers is one of the important elements to obtain the best possible sound effect from the Surround/DSP modes. By referring to the speaker distance, the receiver automatically sets the delay time of the sound through each speaker so that sounds through all the speakers can reach you at the same time.

  • Page 24: Activating The Ex/Es Setting-Ex/Es

    Activating the EX/ES setting—EX/ES Depending on this setting, available Surround modes for digital multi-channel software vary—EX/ES (6.1-channel) reproduction or 5.1-channel reproduction. Select an appropriate setting for your enjoyment. • For details about relation between EX/ES setting and available Surround mode, see page 34. •...

  • Page 25: Setting The Digital Input (Digital In) Terminals-Digital In1/2/3

    Setting the digital input (DIGITAL IN) terminals—DIGITAL IN1/2/3 When you use the digital input terminals, register what components are connected to which terminals—DIGITAL IN1/2/3 (see page 11) so that the correct source name will appear when you select the digital source. Select one of the following components for each terminal: DVR/DVD For DVD player (or DVD recorder).

  • Page 26: Sound Adjustments

    Sound adjustments You can make sound adjustment to your preference after completing basic setting. Basic adjustment items You can adjust the following items. See pages in parentheses for details. • You cannot select the items which is not available with the current setting.

  • Page 27: Adjusting Speaker Output Level

    Adjusting speaker output level • SUBWFR LVL (subwoofer output level), • FRONT L LVL (left front speaker output level), • FRONT R LVL (right front speaker output level), • CENTER LVL (center speaker output level), • SURR L LVL (left surround speaker output level), •...

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Bass Sounds

    Adjusting the sound localization of the center channel—CENTER GAIN This setting is available only when Neo:6 Music is in use. • If you have set “CENTER SPK” to “NO” (see page 18), the center gain is not adjustable. • Once you have made an adjustment, it is memorized until you change the setting.

  • Page 29: Tuner Operations

    Tuner operations Tuner operations are mainly done from the remote control. When operating the receiver using the remote control, set the mode selector to “AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB.” NOTE When you have selected “FM” or “AM” by using SOURCE SELECTOR on the front panel, the remote control may not work for tuner operations.

  • Page 30: Selecting The Fm Reception Mode

    Press the numeric buttons (1 – 10, +10) to select a channel number while the channel number position is flashing. • For channel number 5, press 5. • For channel number 15, press +10, then 5. • For channel number 30, press +10, +10, then 10. C.TONE VIRTUAL SB AUDIO P.

  • Page 31: Using The Radio Data System (Rds) To Receive Fm Stations

    Using the Radio Data System (RDS) to receive FM stations Only the buttons on the remote control are used for RDS operations. When operating the receiver using the remote control, set the mode selector to “AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB.” RDS allows FM stations to send an additional signal along with their regular program signals.

  • Page 32: Searching For A Program By Pty Codes

    Searching for a program by PTY codes One of the advantages of the RDS service is that you can locate a particular kind of program from the preset channels (see pages 25 and 26) by specifying the PTY codes. To search for a program using the PTY codes Before you start, remember...
  • Page 33 Description of the PTY codes: News: News. Affairs: Topical program expanding or enlarging upon the news—debate or analysis. Info (Information): Programs the purpose of which is to impart advice in the widest sense. Sport: Programs concerned with any aspect of sports. Educate (Education): Educational programs.

  • Page 34: Switching To Broadcast Program Of Your Choice Temporarily

    Switching to broadcast program of your choice temporarily Another convenient RDS service is called “Enhanced Other Networks.” This allows the receiver to switch temporarily to a broadcast program of your choice (TA, NEWS, and/or INFO) from a different station except in the following case: •...

  • Page 35: Creating Realistic Sound Fields

    Creating realistic sound fields Reproducing theatre ambience In a movie theatre, 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 theatre.
  • Page 36 • If both the surround speakers and center speaker are set to “NO” in the speaker setting (see page 18), JVC’s original 3D- PHONIC processing (which has been developed to create the surround effect through the front speakers only) is used. The 3D indicator lights up on the display.

  • Page 37: Introducing The Dsp Modes

    • If the surround speakers are set to “NO” in the speaker setting (see page 18), JVC’s original 3D-PHONIC processing (which has been developed to create the surround effect through the front speakers only) is used.

  • Page 38: Using The Surround/Dsp Modes

    Using the Surround/DSP modes Available Surround/DSP modes vary depending on the speaker settings and the incoming signals. See the table below. • The numbers inside the parentheses following the incoming signal type indicate the number of the front channels and that of the surround channels.

  • Page 39: Activating The Surround/Dsp Modes

    Activating the Surround/DSP modes Available Surround/DSP modes vary depending on the speaker settings and the incoming signals. For details, see page 34. Activating one of the Surround/DSP modes for a source automatically recalls the memorized settings and adjustments. • To adjust the speaker output level, see page 23. •...

  • Page 40: Operating Other Jvc Products

    JVC products. • Refer also to the manuals supplied with 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.”...
  • Page 41 Select an item on the menu screen. ENTER: Enter the selected item, channel number, chapter/title number, or track number. You can also use the following buttons to operate JVC DVD recorder and/or DVD player if it supports the corresponding function: For various settings: AUDIO*: Select the audio language/channel.

  • Page 42: Operating Other Manufacturers' Products

    Operating other manufacturers’ products By changing the transmittable signals, you can use the supplied remote control to operate other manufacturers’ products. • 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’...
  • Page 43 ❏ Changing the transmittable signals for operating a VCR Set the mode selector to “AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB.” Press and hold VCR Press VCR. Enter the manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 – 9, and 0. See “Manufacturers’ codes for VCR” on the right. Release VCR Now, you can perform the following operation on the VCR.
  • Page 44 ❏ Changing the transmittable signals for operating an STB Set the mode selector to “AUDIO/TV/VCR/STB.” Press and hold STB Press STB CONT. Enter the manufacturer’s code using buttons 1 – 9, and 0. See “Manufacturers’ codes for STB” on the right. Release STB Now, you can perform the following operation on the STB.

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    Occasional cracking noise during FM Ignition noise from automobiles. reception. Use this chart to help you solve daily operational problems. If there are any problems you cannot solve, contact your JVC’s service center. POSSIBLE CAUSE Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.

  • Page 46: Specifications

    Specifications Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. Amplifier Output Power At stereo operation: Front channels: 100 W per channel, min. RMS, both channels driven into 6 Ω at 1 kHz with no more than 10% total harmonic distortion. (IEC268-3) At surround operation: Front channels:...
  • Page 47 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED © 2004 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED 0204MWMMDWJEIN...

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