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.
LVT0142-001A
[J]
RX-668VBK
INSTRUCTIONS
AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
SLEEP ONE TOUCH
OPERATION
TV/VIDEO
3
2
1
6
5
4
9
8
7/P
+10
0
TV
SOUND
RE
C P
AUS
E
TEXT DISPLAY
RM-SR668U
REMOTE CONTROL
MUTING
DVD M
ULT
I
POWER
PH
ONO
FM/AM
DVD
TAPE/M
D
CD
VCR
VOLUME
CH
TV VOL.
OSD
SET
EXIT
10
CATV
CONTROL
SOUND
CONTROL
CD-DISC
CATV/SAT
TV
VCR
AUDIO
SURROUND
TEST
DELAY
EFFECT
CENTER +
REAR·L +
ENTER
RETURN
MENU
REAR·R +
100+
8
RX-668V
POWER
AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
STANDBY
PHONES
SPEAKERS
1
_ ON -- OFF
2
ADJUST
BASS BOOST
SETTING
MEMORY
DVD MULTI
CD
DVD
PHONO
VCR
TAPE/MD
SOURCE NAME
TV SOUND
SURROUND
INPUT ATT.
ONE TOUCH OPERATION
FM/AM
MASTER VOLUME
+
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Warnings, Cautions and Others
Caution POWER switch!
Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The
POWER switch in any position does not disconnect the mains line.
The power can be remote controlled.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure
that
may
be
of
sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence
of
important
operating
and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
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. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
Caution: Proper Ventilation
To avoide 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.
RX-668VBK
Floor
Spacing 15 cm or more
Stand height 15 cm or more
Wall or obstructions
Front
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Table of Contents
Using the DVD MULTI Playback Mode .......... 20
Activating the DVD MULTI Playback Mode .......................... 20
Using the On-Screen Menus ........................ 21
Selecting the Source to Play ..................................................... 21
Activating the DSP Modes ....................................................... 21
Adjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance ........................... 21
Reinforcing the Bass ................................................................ 21
Attenuating the Input Signal .................................................... 21
Adjusting the DSP Modes ........................................................ 22
Adjusting the DVD MULTI Playback Mode ........................... 22
Adjusting the Tone ................................................................... 23
Setting the Basic Setting Items ................................................ 23
Operating the Tuner .................................................................. 23
Storing the Preset Stations ....................................................... 23
COMPU LINK Remote Control System ......... 24
TEXT COMPU LINK Remote Control System .. 25
Showing the Disc Information on the TV Screen .................... 26
Searching a Disc (Only for the CD player) .............................. 27
Entering the Disc Information .................................................. 28
AV COMPU LINK Remote Control System .... 30
Operating JVC's Audio/Video Components ... 32
Operating Other Manufacturers' Video
Equipment ............................................ 34
Troubleshooting ......................................... 36
Specifications ............................................ 37
Parts Identification ...................................... 2
Getting Started ........................................... 3
Before Installation ...................................................................... 3
Checking the Supplied Accessories ........................................... 3
Connecting the FM and AM Antennas ....................................... 3
Connecting the Speakers ............................................................ 4
Connecting Audio/Video Components ....................................... 5
Connecting the Power Cord ....................................................... 7
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control .................................... 7
Basic Operations ......................................... 8
Turning the Power On and Off (Standby) .................................. 8
Selecting the Source to Play ....................................................... 8
Adjusting the Volume ................................................................. 9
Selecting the Front Speakers ...................................................... 9
Muting the Sound ....................................................................... 9
Recording a Source .................................................................... 9
Attenuating the Input Signal .................................................... 10
Adjusting the Front Speaker Output Balance ........................... 10
Reinforcing the Bass ................................................................ 10
Adjusting the Tone ................................................................... 10
Basic Settings ........................................... 11
Changing the Source Name ...................................................... 11
Setting Center and Rear Speakers for the DSP Modes ............ 11
Using the Sleep Timer .............................................................. 12
Storing the Basic Settings and Adjustments -- One Touch
Operation ........................................................................... 12
Receiving Radio Broadcasts ........................ 13
Tuning in Stations Manually .................................................... 13
Using Preset Tuning ................................................................. 13
Selecting the FM Reception Mode ........................................... 14
Using the DSP Modes ................................ 15
Available DSP Modes According to the Speaker Arrangement .. 16
Adjusting the 3D-PHONIC Modes .......................................... 17
Adjusting the DAP Modes ....................................................... 17
Adjusting the Surround Modes -- Dolby Surround and JVC
Theater Surround ............................................................... 18
Activating the DSP Modes ....................................................... 19
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Parts Identification
Become familiar with the buttons and controls on the receiver before use.
Refer to the pages in parentheses for details.
Front Panel
1 POWER button and STANDBY lamp (8)
2 Display (8)
3 SURROUND button (17)
4 ONE TOUCH OPERATION button and lamp
(12)
5 Remote sensor (7)
6 BASS BOOST lamp (10)
7 ADJUST button (10) *
8 SETTING button (11) *
9 MASTER VOLUME control (9)
p MEMORY button (13)
q Cursor control buttons
w INPUT ATT. button and lamp (10)
e SOURCE NAME button (11)
r Source selecting buttons (8)
DVD MULTI, DVD, VCR, TV SOUND, CD,
PHONO, TAPE/MD, FM/AM *
t SPEAKERS 1/2 buttons (9)
y PHONES jack (9)
SLEEP ONE TOUCH
OPERATION
TV/VIDEO
3
2
1
6
5
4
9
8
7/P
+10
0
TV
SOUND
RE
C P
AUS
E
TEXT DISPLAY
8
RM-SR668U
REMOTE CONTROL
MUTING
DVD M
ULT
I
POWER
PH
ONO
FM/AM
DVD
TAPE/MD
CD
VCR
VOLUME
CH
TV VOL.
OSD
SET
EXIT
10
CD-DISC
CATV/SAT
SOUND
CONTROL
CATV
CONTROL
TV
VCR
AUDIO
SURROUND
TEST
DELAY
EFFECT
CENTER +
REAR·L +
ENTER
RETURN
MENU
REAR·R +
100+
1
p
9
q
w
e
r
t
y
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
RX-668V
AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER
STANDBY
PHONES
SPEAKERS
1
-- OFF
_ ON
2
POWER
ADJUST
SETTING
MEMORY
DVD MULTI
CD
DVD
PHONO
VCR
TAPE/MD
SOURCE NAME
TV SOUND
SURROUND
INPUT ATT.
ONE TOUCH OPERATION
FM/AM
MASTER VOLUME
+
12
3
5
47
68
9
q
p
w
e
r
t
y
BASS BOOST
IMPORTANT:
To use the Cursor control buttons (q) on the front panel:
What these buttons actually do depends on which function you are trying to adjust. Before using these buttons, select the function by
pressing one of the buttons marked with *.
Remote Control
1 POWER buttons (8, 33 35)
CATV/SAT, TV, VCR, AUDIO
2 CATV CONTROL button (35)
3 · 10 keys for selecting preset channel (14)
· 10 keys for adjusting sound (17 20)
· 10 keys for operating audio/video components
(32 35)
· On-screen operation buttons (
%, fi, @, #)
(21, 26)
4 CH +/ button (33 35)
5 VOLUME +/ button (9)
6 SLEEP button (12)
7 MUTING button (9)
8 Operating buttons for audio/video components
(32, 33)
9 CD-DISC button (32)
p SOUND CONTROL button (17, 32)
q TV VOL. +/ button (33, 34)
w OSD SET/EXIT button (21)
e ONE TOUCH OPERATION button (12)
r TV/VIDEO button (33, 34)
t Source selecting buttons (8)
FM/AM, CD, TAPE/MD, TV SOUND, VCR,
DVD, PHONO, DVD MULTI
y TEXT DISPLAY button (26)
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ANTENNA
AM
EXT
AM
LOOP
FM 75
COAXIAL
AM
LOOP
ANTENNA
AM
EXT
FM
75
CO
AX
IAL
AM
LOOP
ANTENNA
AM
EXT
FM
75
CO
AX
IAL
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 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.
· The temperature around the receiver must be between 5° and 35°
C (23° and 95° F).
· Make sure there is good ventilation around the receiver. Poor
ventilation could cause overheating and damage the receiver.
Handling the receiver
· Do not insert any metal object into the receiver.
· Do not disassemble the receiver or remove screws, covers, or
cabinet.
· Do not expose the receiver to rain or moisture.
Checking the Supplied Accessories
Check to be sure you have all of the following items, which are
supplied with the receiver.
The number in the parentheses indicates quantity of the pieces
supplied.
· Remote Control (1)
· Batteries (2)
· AM Loop Antenna (1)
· FM Antenna (1)
If anything is missing, contact your dealer immediately.
A
B
A. Using the Supplied FM Antenna
The FM antenna provided can be connected to the FM 75
COAXIAL terminal as temporary measure.
B. Using the Standard Type Connector (Not Supplied)
A standard type connector should be connected to the FM 75
COAXIAL terminal.
Note:
If reception is poor, connect the outside antenna.
Before attaching a 75
coaxial cable (the kind with a round wire going
to an outside antenna), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.
FM Antenna
Connecting the FM and AM
Antennas
FM Antenna Connections
Extend the supplied FM antenna horizontally.
Outside FM Antenna Cable
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