JVC RX-DP15B Instructions Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. JVC Manuals
  4. Receiver
  5. RX-DP15B - AV Receiver
  6. Instructions manual
JVC RX-DP15B Instructions Manual

JVC RX-DP15B Instructions Manual

Audio/video control receiver
Hide thumbs Also See for RX-DP15B:
Table of Contents

Quick Links

AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
RX-DP15B
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.
LVT1216-001A
[J]
Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for JVC RX-DP15B

Summary of Contents for JVC RX-DP15B

  • Page 1 AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER RX-DP15B 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. LVT1216-001A...
  • Page 2 Warnings, Cautions and Others Mises en garde, précautions et indications diverses CAUTION: REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.: 1.
  • Page 3 For U.S.A. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,...
  • Page 4 Introduction We would like to thank you for purchasing one of our JVC products. Before operating this unit, read this manual carefully and thoroughly to obtain the best possible performance from your unit, and retain this manual for future reference.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    7 Searching for a Disc (Only for the CD player) ... 65 7 Entering the Disc Information ... 66 AV COMPU LINK Remote Control System ... 68 Operating JVC’s Audio/Video Components ... 71 Operating Audio Components ... 71 Operating Video Components ... 73 Operating Other Manufacturers’...

  • Page 6: Parts Identification

    Parts Identification Front Panel INPUT MODE SPEAKERS 1 / INPUT ATT SPEAKERS 2 ZONE 2 EX/ES/7.1 / ZONE 2 CONTROL STANDBY CC CONVERTER STANDBY/ ON ZONE 1 ON/OFF ZONE 2 ON/OFF INPUT MODE SPEAKERS 1 / INPUT ATT SPEAKER 2 ZONE 2 / ZONE 2 CONTROL...
  • Page 7 Refer to the pages in parentheses for details. Front Panel 1 SPEAKERS 1 button (20, 25) 2 INPUT MODE button (25) INPUT ATT button (26) 3 THX button (57, 60) 4 SURROUND button (56, 57) 5 SURR/DSP OFF button (56, 57, 59, 60) 6 ADJUST MENU button (46) 7 DOWN button (36, 46) TUNING ∞...
  • Page 8 Rear Panel AUDIO RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT DIGITAL IN TV SOUND PHONO 1 (DVD) (REC) 2 (CD) VCR 1 (PLAY) 3 (TV (REC) TAPE /DBS) (REC) (PLAY) VCR 2 4 (CDR) (PLAY) (REC) FRONT 5 (MD) (PLAY) MONITOR WOOFER 6 (VCR 1) FRONT CENTER MONITOR...
  • Page 9 Remote Control LEARN TRANSMIT STANDBY ZONE 1 ZONE 2 ZONE 1 ZONE 2 TV/CATV/DBS VCR 1 ON/OFF ON/OFF STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON ZONE 1 ZONE 2 LEARN DVD MULTI PHONO VCR 1 VCR 2 TAPE/MD TV/DBS VIDEO FM/AM EXT 7.1CH ANALOG/DIGITAL EFFECT INPUT LIVENESS SOUND...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Getting Started This section explains how to connect audio/video components and speakers to the receiver, and how to connect the power supply. Before Installation General • Be sure your hands are dry. • Turn the power off on all components. •...

  • Page 11: Connecting The Speakers

    AM Antenna Connections ANTENNA LOOP Turn the loop until you have the best reception. FM 75 COAXIAL AM Loop Antenna (supplied) Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the AM loop. Outdoor single vinyl-covered wire (not supplied) Notes: •...
  • Page 12 Front speakers 1 Right Left FRONT 1 SPEAKERS CAUTION : SPEAKER IMPEDANCE FRONT 1 AND 2 / ZONE 2: 8 – 16 FRONT 1 OR 2: 4 – 16 RIGHT LEFT Zone 1 speaker layout Ideal speaker layout varies depending on the conditions of your listening room.

  • Page 13: Connecting A Subwoofer

    About the FRONT 2/ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals The FRONT 2/ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals can be used as follows: • To connect the second pair of the front speakers in Zone 1. • To connect the front speakers in Zone 2 when using the multi- room operations (see page 19).

  • Page 14: Connecting Audio/Video Components

    Connecting Audio/Video Components When connecting individual components, refer also to the manuals supplied with them. Analog Connections Audio component connections Use the cables with RCA pin plugs (not supplied). • Connect the white plug to the audio left jack, and the red plug to the audio right jack.
  • Page 15 External 7.1-channel output component Decoder (or DVD player) AUDIO RIGHT LEFT FRONT WOOFER SURR SURR BACK EXT 7.1CH IN Å To left/right front channel output ı To LFE channel (subwoofer) output Ç To left/right surround back channel output Î To left/right surround channel output ‰...
  • Page 16 Rear view VCR(s) D-VHS/S-VHS/VHS AUDIO VIDEO RIGHT LEFT TV SOUND (REC) VCR 1 (PLAY) (REC) VCR 2 (PLAY) FRONT AUDIO RIGHT LEFT VIDEO TV SOUND (REC) VCR 1 (PLAY) (REC) VCR 2 (PLAY) FRONT MONITOR S-VHS/VHS VCR WOOFER CENTER MONITOR SURR SURR BACK...
  • Page 17 Rear view TV and/or DBS tuner AUDIO RIGHT LEFT TV SOUND (REC) VCR 1 (PLAY) FRONT MONITOR WOOFER CENTER MONITOR SURR SURR BACK PREOUT PREOUT AUDIO RIGHT LEFT DBS tuner Å To audio output ı To component video output Ç To S-video output Î...
  • Page 18 Rear view Å To front left/right channel audio output (or to audio- mixed output if necessary) ı To composite video output Ç To S-video output Î To component video output (REC) FRONT (PLAY) WOOFER FRONT SURR WOOFER CENTER SURR SURR BACK (REAR) DVD IN...

  • Page 19: Digital Connections

    Digital Connections This receiver is equipped with six DIGITAL IN terminals—three digital coaxial terminals and three digital optical terminals—and one DIGITAL OUT (optical) terminal on the rear. • Another digital optical input terminal is located on the front panel (see page 12). Rear view IMPORTANT: •...

  • Page 20: Using The Rf Rod Antenna And Ir Signal Transmitter

    On the main unit’s rear (Inside the battery compartment) If the problem still persists, stop using the RF rod antenna and the remote control, and consult your JVC dealer or the nearest JVC Service Center. Setting Up the IR Signal Transmitter The IR signal transmitter can retransmit the IR signals.

  • Page 21: Connecting The Power Cord

    3. Connect the plug of the transmitter to the IR OUT jack of the receiver and attach the transmitter. Target component(s) COMPU LINK-4 (SYNCHRO) At an angle of approx. 60° Signal-emitting angle of the transmitter Horizontally: 60˚ 30° 30° Connecting the Power Cord Before plugging the receiver into an AC outlet, make sure that all connections have been made.

  • Page 22: Multi-Room Operations

    Multi-Room Operations Before operating this receiver any further, be familiar with this multi-room function. This function enables you to listen to different sources in two different places (we call these two places “Zone 1 (main room)” and “Zone 2 (sub-room)”) by using this receiver. This section explains only the required speaker connections, the concept, and basic operations of the multi-room function.

  • Page 23: Basic Operating Procedure For Zone 1

    Basic Operating Procedure for Zone 1 On the unit: 1. Press (STANDBY/ON). The STANDBY lamp goes off, and the ZONE 1 ON/OFF lamp lights up. The front door moves down so that the source selecting buttons appear, and the buttons and controls on the unit work for the Zone 1 operations.

  • Page 24: Basic Operating Procedure For Zone 2

    Basic Operating Procedure for Zone 2 The sources and functions available for the Zone 2 operations are limited. For more details on the Zone 2 operations, see “Zone 2 (Sub- room) Operations” on pages 29 to 32. On the unit: 1.

  • Page 25: Zone 1 (Main Room) Operations

    Zone 1 (Main Room) Operations This section explains only the operations commonly used when you play any sound source in Zone 1 (main room). See pages 29 to 32 for the Zone 2 (sub-room) operations. • Before performing Zone 1 operations, it is recommended to finish the basic settings on pages 35 to 44. IMPORTANT: Check the following before or while using the buttons and controls.

  • Page 26: Canceling The Zone 1 Operations

    Canceling the Zone 1 Operations To stop Zone 1 operations and sounds from the Zone 1 speakers, press ZONE 1 ON/OFF so that the ZONE 1 ON/OFF lamp goes off. ZONE 1 ON/OFF On the unit From the remote control The currently selected front speakers indicator(s) also go(es) off from the display (no sound will be heard in Zone 1).

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Zone 1 Volume

    The signal indicators light up to show the incoming signals. : • When digital input is selected: Lights up when the left channel signal comes in. • When analog input is selected: Always lights up. : • When digital input is selected: Lights up when the right channel signal comes in.

  • Page 28: Activating The Zone 1 Front Speakers

    Activating the Zone 1 Front Speakers When shipped from the factory, both pairs of the front speakers have been set to be used in Zone 1. • To connect the speakers to the FRONT 2/ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals, set the speaker usage correctly. (See “w Setting the Zone 2/Speakers 2 Usage—ZONE 2/ SPEAKER 2”...

  • Page 29: Attenuating The Input Signal

    DIGITAL AUTO : Select this for the digital input mode. The receiver automatically detects the incoming signals. The DGTL AUTO indicator lights up on the display, and the digital signal format indicators for the detected signals also light up. ANALOG : Select this for the analog input mode.

  • Page 30: Changing The Display Brightness

    * will be a little longer. ( * The period during which no sound comes out.) Making Sounds Natural JVC’s CC (Compression Compensative) Converter eliminates jitter and ripples, achieving a drastic reduction in digital distortion by processing the digital music data in 24 bit quantization and by expanding the sampling frequency to 128 kHz (for fs 32 kHz signals)/176.4 kHz (for fs 44.1 kHz signals)/192 kHz (for fs 48 kHz...

  • Page 31: Using The Sleep Timer

    To change the source name to “TAPE” or “TV,” repeat the same procedure above—press and hold TAPE/MD to select “TAPE,” or press and hold TV/DBS to select “TV” in step 2. • While selecting “DBS” as the Zone 2 source, you cannot change the source name to “TV.”...

  • Page 32: Zone 2 (Sub-Room) Operations

    Zone 2 (Sub-room) Operations This section explains only the operations used when you play a sound source in Zone 2. See pages 22 to 28 for the Zone 1 operations. • Before performing the Zone 2 operations, it is recommended to finish the basic settings on pages 35 to 44. IMPORTANT: Check the following before or while using the buttons and controls.

  • Page 33: Canceling The Zone 2 Operations

    To turn off the power (into standby mode), press (STANDBY/ON) again. The STANDBY lamp lights up, and the front door automatically closes. (The ZONE 1 ON/ OFF and/or ZONE 2 ON/OFF lamp goes off.) • A small amount of power is consumed in standby mode. To turn the power off completely, unplug the AC power cord.

  • Page 34: Selecting The Zone 2 Source To Play

    Selecting the Zone 2 Source to Play Press one of the source selecting buttons. DVD MULTI VCR 1 VCR 2 TV/DBS VIDEO PHONO On the unit Selected source name The Zone 2 volume level appears. DVD MULTI PHONO TAPE/MD VCR 1 VCR 2 TV/DBS VIDEO...

  • Page 35: Activating The Zone 2 Front Speakers

    Activating the Zone 2 Front Speakers This section is NOT applicable to those who connect the Zone 2 front speakers through the ZONE 2 PREOUT jacks through another amplifier (see page 19). Before you start, remember... • When shipped from the factory, both pairs of the front speakers have been set to be used in Zone 1.

  • Page 36: Receiving Radio Broadcasts

    Receiving Radio Broadcasts You can browse through all the stations or use the preset function to go immediately to a particular station. Indicates the functions YOU CAN ALSO USE when the receiver is ready for Zone 2 operations. IMPORTANT: Check the following before or while using the buttons and controls. For Zone 1 operations: The ZONE 1 ON/OFF lamp on the unit is lit .

  • Page 37: Using Preset Tuning

    Using Preset Tuning Once a station is assigned to a channel number, the station can be quickly tuned in. You can preset up to 30 FM and 15 AM stations. To store the preset stations 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.

  • Page 38: Basic Settings

    Basic Settings Some of the following settings are required after connecting and positioning your speakers, while others will make operations easier. Basic setting operations are only possible while the receiver is ready for Zone 1 operations. Setup Menu Configuration SETUP MENU (1) 1 SPEAKER SETTING SETUP MENU 1 (See page 38.)

  • Page 39: Operation Through On-Screen Display Menus

    IMPORTANT: Check the following before or while using the buttons and controls. For Zone 1 operations: The ZONE 1 ON/OFF lamp on the unit is lit. • When using the unit: – “ZONE 2” is not shown in the main display. –...

  • Page 40: Menu Operating Procedure

    Menu Operating Procedure Ex.When setting the speaker distance Operations 1. Press SETUP MENU. 2. Press fi or % (DOWN or UP) repeatedly to select the desired submenu. • In this example, select “SPEAKER DISTANCE” submenu. 3. Press SET. 4. Set a desired item on the submenu. 1 Press fi...

  • Page 41: Setting The Speakers-Speaker Setting

    1 Setting the Speakers—SPEAKER SETTING To obtain the best possible SPEAKER SETTING surround sound of the Surround/ SUBWOOFER : NO FRONT SP : LARGE THX/DSP modes in Zone 1, you CENTER SP : SMALL have to register the information SURROUND SP : SMALL SURR BACK SP : SMALL about the speaker arrangement...
  • Page 42 7 TEST TONE You can emit the test tone to adjust the speaker output level. CAUTION: The test tone is automatically fixed to 0 dB, but this level will be louder than you would expect. Select one of the following. •...

  • Page 43: Setting The Speaker Distance-Speaker Distance

    3 Setting the Speaker Distance —SPEAKER DISTANCE The distance from your listening SPEAKER DISTANCE point to the speakers is another UNIT : meter important element to obtain the SUBWOOFER : 3.00m FRONT L SP : 3.00m best possible surround sound of FRONT R SP : 3.00m CENTER SP...

  • Page 44: Setting The Thx Audio-Thx Audio Setup

    7 BASS PEAK LIMIT When this setting is “ON,” Bass Peak Limit functions so that sounds exceeding the preset peak level (see below) will be cut off. When this setting is “ON,” you can set the bass peak level using the bass test tone (see below) to eliminate bass sound distortion.

  • Page 45: Setting The Surround Channel Output Speakers-Surr Ch Out

    6 Setting the Surround Channel Output Speakers—SURR CH OUT On this submenu screen, you can SURR CH OUT preset which surround speakers SURROUND SP: SURR to use for 5.1 channel reproduction. :OPERATE :BACK Note: This submenu is not available in the following cases: –...

  • Page 46: Setting The Video Input Terminals-Video Input

    7 DIGITAL OUT Select the output digital signal format through the DIGITAL OUT (optical) terminal on the rear. • Each time you press the button, the output signal format changes as follows: THROUGH : Select when connecting a digital signal processor or decoder.

  • Page 47: Superimposing The Menus-Superimpose

    7 SPEAKER 2 When using the FRONT 2/ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals, determine the speaker terminal usage: SPEAKER 2 : Select to connect the second front speakers in Zone 1. ZONE 2 SPK : Select to connect the front speakers in Zone 2. BI-AMP OUT : Select to connect the front speakers in Zone 1 using bi-amplifier connection*.

  • Page 48: Sound Adjustments

    Sound Adjustments Sound adjustment operations are only possible while the receiver is ready for Zone 1 operations. Adjustment Menu Configuration ADJUST MENU ADJUST MENU PEQ FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURR BACK MIDNIGHT MODE EFFECT ADJUST :ENTER :EXIT NOTICE— • If Analog Direct is in use (see page 27), you cannot make any sound adjustments using the Adjustment Menu.

  • Page 49: Operation Through On-Screen Display Menus

    IMPORTANT: Check the following before or while using the buttons and controls. For Zone 1 operations: The ZONE 1 ON/OFF lamp on the unit is lit. • When using the unit: – “ZONE 2” is not shown in the main display. –...

  • Page 50: Menu Operating Procedure

    Menu Operating Procedure Ex.When adjusting the DSP effects Operations 1. Press ADJUST MENU. • Make sure one of the DSP modes except “ALL CH STEREO” is selected. 2. Press fi or % (DOWN or UP) repeatedly to select the desired submenu. •...

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Parametric Equalizer For Each Channel -Peq Front/Center/Surround/Surr Back

    1 Adjusting the Parametric Equalizer for Each Channel—PEQ FRONT/CENTER/ SURROUND/SURR BACK You can adjust equalization ADJUST MENU patterns to your preference. PEQ FRONT First, on the ADJUST MENU CENTER SURROUND screen, select the signal channel SURR BACK MIDNIGHT MODE (speaker) you want to adjust, EFFECT ADJUST then move to its submenu.

  • Page 52: Setting The Midnight Mode-Midnight Mode

    2 Setting the Midnight Mode—MIDNIGHT MODE Using the Midnight mode, you MIDNIGHT MODE can enjoy a powerful sound at MIDNIGHT MODE : OFF night even at a low volume level. :OPERATE :BACK 7 MIDNIGHT MODE Select one of the following: : Select when you want to reduce the dynamic range a little.
  • Page 53 • When Dolby Pro Logic II Music is activated: EFFECT ADJUST CENTER EQ : OFF PANORAMA : OFF CENTER WIDTH DIMENSION :OPERATE :BACK Select and adjust the following items: CENTER EQ: In movie theaters, the screen works as the high- frequency cut filter of the center channel since the center speakers are located behind the screen and the center channel sounds have to pass through the screen.

  • Page 54: Using The Surround And Thx Modes

    Using the Surround and THX Modes This unit activates a variety of Surround and THX modes automatically. The stored basic settings and adjustments performed on the Setup and Adjustment Menus (see pages 35 to 50) are applied. • The following operations are only possible when the receiver is ready for Zone 1 operations, and are used only for Zone 1 sources.
  • Page 55 Dolby Digital EX Dolby Digital EX (DOLBY D EX) is a new digital surround encoding format that adds the third surround channels, called “surround back.” Compared to the conventional Dolby Digital 5.1CH, the newly added surround back channel can reproduce more detailed movements behind you while viewing the video software.

  • Page 56: Surround And Thx Modes Applicable To The Various Software

    Surround and THX Modes Applicable to the Various Software Available Surround modes and THX modes vary depending on the speaker settings and the incoming signals. The tables from this page to the next page show the relation of the Surround/THX modes and the incoming signals (with the Zone 2 speakers, surround back speakers, and 7.1-channel reproduction mode settings).
  • Page 57 Incoming Signal Type Zone 2 Surround Back Ch (multi-channel) Speakers (NONE/1SPK/2SPK) DTS-ES Discrete 6.1ch DTS-ES Matrix 6.1ch (without DTS 96/24) (with DTS 96/24) DTS, DTS 96/24 (3/2, 2/2) DTS 96/24 processing is not be applied. If you want to apply the processing, set the EX/ES/7.1 setting to “OFF.”...

  • Page 58: Activating The Surround And Thx Modes

    Activating the Surround and THX Modes Perform the basic settings and adjustments using the Setup and Adjustment Menus first (see pages 35 to 50). Activating the Surround mode and the THX mode for a source automatically recalls the memorized settings and adjustments. IMPORTANT: Check the following before or while using the buttons and controls.

  • Page 59: Activating The Surround Modes

    Activating the Surround Modes For the Surround modes, Parametric Equalizer adjustments done on the Adjustment menu also take effect for the activated speaker channels. • Available Surround modes vary depending on the received signal and the current speaker settings. For details, see “Surround and THX Modes Applicable to the Various Software”...

  • Page 60: Activating The Thx Modes

    Activating the THX Modes When one of the THX modes is activated, Parametric Equalizer and CC Converter are temporarily canceled. • Available THX modes vary depending on the received signal and the current speaker settings. For details, see “Surround and THX Modes Applicable to the Various Software”...

  • Page 61: Using The Dsp Modes

    When using the DAP mode, the sounds come out of all the connected and activated speakers. • If the surround speakers are deactivated, JVC’s original 3D-PHONIC processing (which has been developed to create the surround effect through the front speakers only) is used.

  • Page 62: Activating The Dsp Modes

    All Channel Stereo mode This mode can reproduce a larger stereo sound field using all the connected (and activated) speakers. This mode cannot be used without activating the surround speakers. • If headphones are connected or if the front speakers are deactivated, “ALL CH STEREO”...

  • Page 63: Using The Analog Multi-Channel Playback Mode

    Using the Analog Multi-channel Playback Mode This receiver provides the DVD MULTI and EXT 7.1CH playback modes for reproducing the analog discrete output mode of the DVD player or another component such as a digital decoder. Before using these playback modes, refer also to the manual supplied for those components.

  • Page 64: Compu Link Remote Control System

    COMPU LINK Remote Control System The COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to operate JVC audio components through this receiver. To use this remote control system, you need to connect JVC audio components through the COMPU LINK (SYNCHRO) jacks using...
  • Page 65 Automatic Power On/Off (Standby): only possible with the COMPU LINK-3 and COMPU LINK-4 connection Automatic Power On: • When you turn on the receiver by pressing ON) on the unit, or AUDIO (ON) on the remote control with ZONE 1/ZONE 2 (LEARN/TRANSMIT) selector set to “ZONE 1”: When you turn on the Zone 1 sound by pressing ZONE 1 ON/ OFF while the receiver is turned on:...

  • Page 66: Text Compu Link Remote Control System

    If your CD player or MD recorder has the disc memory function, you can input the following information about the normal audio CDs or MDs on the TV screen. RX-DP15B • For CDs: Performer, disc title, and music genre • For MDs: Disc title and song titles...

  • Page 67: Showing The Disc Information On The Tv Screen

    OPERATIONS To use this remote control system, you need to connect the Zone 1 TV to the MONITOR OUT jack (see page 14) and the Zone 2 TV to the ZONE 2 MONITOR OUT jack (see page 19), and set the TV’s input mode to the proper position to which the receiver is connected.

  • Page 68: Searching For A Disc (Only For The Cd Player)

    Searching for a Disc (Only for the CD player) Search for a disc by its performer: 1. Press TEXT DISPLAY while “CD” is selected as the source. The Disc Information screen appears on the TV. 2. Press % / fi to move to “SEARCH,”...

  • Page 69: Entering The Disc Information

    Search for a disc by its genre: 1. Press TEXT DISPLAY while “CD” is selected as the source. The Disc Information screen appears on the TV. 2. Press % / fi to move to “SEARCH,” then press SET. The DISC SEARCH screen appears. 3.
  • Page 70 4. Repeat step 3 until you finish entering a performer name (up to 32 characters). To insert a space, press % / fi / @ / # to move , then press SET. To correct an incorrect character: 1) Press % / fi / @ / # to move until the incorrect character is selected.

  • Page 71: Av Compu Link Remote Control System

    This receiver is equipped with the AV COMPU LINK-III. The AV COMPU LINK remote control system allows you to operate JVC video components (TV, VCR, and DVD player) through the receiver. To use this remote control system, you need to connect the video components you want to operate, following the procedure below.
  • Page 72 • The IR signal transmitter can send signals at a distance of 3 m (10 feet). RX-DP15B You can control the connected video components using this remote control. Aim the remote control at the remote sensor(s) on the target video component(s) or on the receiver directly.
  • Page 73 One-Touch DVD Play Simply by starting playback on the DVD player, you can enjoy the DVD playback without setting other switches manually. When you press PLAY on the remote control supplied for this receiver for operating the DVD player, the receiver automatically turns on and changes the Zone 1 source or Zone 2 source, depending on the ZONE 1/ZONE 2 (LEARN/TRANSMIT) selector setting on the remote control, to the appropriate input—“DVD”...

  • Page 74: Operating Jvc's Audio/Video Components

    Operating JVC’s Audio/Video Components You can operate JVC’s audio and video components with this receiver’s remote control, since control signals for JVC components are preset in the remote control. Operating Audio Components IMPORTANT: To operate JVC’s audio components using this remote control: •...
  • Page 75 CD player After pressing CD, you can perform the following operations on the CD player: PLAY : Starts playing. : Returns to the beginning of the current (or previous) track. ¢ : Skips to the beginning of the next track. STOP : Stops playing.

  • Page 76: Operating Video Components

    VCR connected to the VCR 1 IN jacks is set to code “A.” – When another JVC VCR is connected to the VCR 2 IN and VIDEO jacks, set its remote control code to code “B.” (This remote control cannot emit the control signals of code “B.”)

  • Page 77: Operating Other Manufacturers' Equipment

    Operating Other Manufacturers’ Equipment You can use this remote control supplied for operating other manufacturers’ components, either by changing the preset signal codes or by using the learning function (see page 78). IMPORTANT: • To operate the other component(s) using the RF signals emitted from this remote control, the IR signal transmitter and the RF rod antenna must be connected to this receiver.
  • Page 78 To change the transmittable signals for operating another manufacturer’s CATV converter and DBS tuner 1. Set the TV operation mode selector to “CATV/DBS.” 2. Press and hold TV/CATV/DBS (STANDBY/ON). 3. Press TV/DBS. Remote’s display 4. Enter a manufacturer’s code using buttons 1–9, and 0.
  • Page 79 STANDBY Sharp Sony Telefunken Thomson Toshiba Zenith *This figure is set to the remote control as the initial JVC code. RETURN FM MODE : Selects the tracks. : Starts playing. : Fast-reverses the tracks. : Fast-forwards the tracks. : Stops playing.
  • Page 80 39, 40 Schwaiger 61, 64 Siemens 41, 42 Sony Technisat *This figure is set to the remote control as the initial JVC code. Manufactures’ codes for CATV converter Manufacturer Codes General Instrument 29 Hamlin 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 Jerrold...

  • Page 81: Storing The Remote Signals Manually

    Storing the Remote Signals Manually You can store the signals into the learning buttons by sending the signals you want to store from another remote control. This function is called “Learning Function.” The learning buttons The highlighted buttons in the illustration below are the learning buttons you can store signals into.
  • Page 82 4. Press one of the learning buttons, to which you want to assign a signal from the target remote control. The LEARN indicator starts flashing. • If you have pressed DVD or DVD MULTI in step 3, you can store the signals into the following buttons: / REW DOWN EFFECT...
  • Page 83 – SET, % / fi / @ / # To erase the stored signals After erasing the stored signals, preset signals are resumed and you can operate JVC’s components again. 1. Set the LEARN/TRANSMIT (ZONE 1/ ZONE 2) selector to “LEARN.”...

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Use this chart to help you solve daily operational problems. If there is any problem you cannot solve, contact your JVC service center. PROBLEM The buttons and controls on the front panel do not work. No sound from the speakers in Zone 1.
  • Page 85 PROBLEM Continuous hissing or buzzing during FM reception. Occasional cracking noise during FM reception. Noise is heard during record playing. Howling during record playing. The STANDBY lamp starts flashing and the receiver turns off (into standby mode). The STANDBY lamp goes off after turning on the power, but soon the receiver turns off again (into standby mode).

  • Page 86: Specifications

    Specifications Amplifier Output Power At Stereo operation (Analog Direct On): At Surround operation (Analog Direct On): Audio Audio Input Sensitivity/Impedance (1 kHz): CD IN, CDR IN, TAPE/MD IN, EXT 7.1CH IN: DVD IN, VCR 1 IN, VCR 2 IN, TV SOUND/DBS IN, VIDEO: Audio Input (DIGITAL IN)* : Coaxial: 1(DVD), 2(CD), 3(TV/DBS):...
  • Page 87 Video Video Input Sensitivity/Impedance: Composite video: DVD IN, VCR 1 IN, VCR 2 IN, TV SOUND/DBS IN, VIDEO: S-video: DVD IN, VCR 1 IN, VCR 2 IN, TV SOUND/DBS IN, VIDEO: Component: Video Output Level: Composite video: VCR 1 OUT, VCR 2 OUT, MONITOR OUT: S-video: VCR 1 OUT, VCR 2 OUT, MONITOR OUT: Component:...
  • Page 88 If service is not available locally, box the product carefully, preferably in the original carton, and ship, insured, with a copy of your bill of sale plus a letter of explanation of the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center, the name and location of which will be given to you by the toll-free number.
  • Page 89 To prevent electrical shock,do not open the cabinet.There are no user serviceable parts inside.Please refer to qualified service personnel for repairs. Accessories To purchase accessories for your JVC product,please call toll free:1 (800)882-2345 or on the web at www.JVC.com BT-51002-5 (0301) ®...
  • Page 90 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED © 2004 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED 0304RYMMDWJEIN...

Table of Contents