JVC RXD702B 7.1 Channel Surround Sound AM/FM Audio Video Receiver with HDMI Switching and Wireless PC Link

by JVC

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 7.1 x 7.1 inches ; 19.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 22 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0007XH74W
• Item model number: RXD702B
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #73,979 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

Product Description

The top-end RXD702B, with a power output of 150W x 7, features an aluminum front panel and offers HDMI, wireless USB-PC link, a dedicated input for satellite radio and an on-screen display to make receiver adjustments as convenient as possible. Other features include a dual-mode CC Converter and a multi-brand glow remote control. Multiple inputs and outputs allow the RXD702B to accommodate a wide range of sources. For analog audio, there are five inputs and two outputs, while audio digital inputs include three assignable optical inputs, one optical output and an assignable coaxial input. The video side features S-Video (four inputs, three outputs), composite (four inputs, three outputs), and component (two inputs, one output). With the RXD702B, any format of video input can be converted to HDMI format for display on a compatible monitor with easy, one-cable connection.

Customer Reviews

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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Form, Fit & Function in a Nice Package, January 15, 2007

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H. Kane "AV enthusiast" (Henderson, NV USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: JVC RXD702B 7.1 Channel Surround Sound AM/FM Audio Video Receiver with HDMI Switching and Wireless PC Link (Electronics)

Having recently upgraded my home theatre system I needed a multi-channel audio video receiver that would supply multiple input control and functionality in a relatively compact space. I wanted a receiver that would provide HDMI switching and be capable of powering large, wide range speakers. The JVC turned out to be ideal on both counts due to it's low profile yet ample power reserve allowing easy placement in my rather limited widescreen tv support shelf.

Although my HDMI DVD player interfaced beautifully, my cable service provided DVR didn't like the JVC's HDMI input and refused to pass hi-def material through the receiver. This necessitated using the DVR's and receiver's component outputs and inputs respectively. A call to my cable provider confirmed the DVR box's bad behavior and I was told I would have to wait for the providor's next upgrade. The good news is that I wasn't able to discern any significant loss of detail in hi-def material on a 1080P capable 73" widescreen DLP tv by using the component video and optical audio outputs. Your results may differ.

One feature of the JVC that I found particularly useful was it's built-in wireless USB audio streaming function. Installing the provided small antenna on the receiver and plugging in the transmitter to my desktop computer located in a different room was a snap. Now I can easily stream high quality music (uncompressed) and internet radio stations from my computer through my home theatre audio system. One caveat to be aware of is that like wireless internet, the provided USB wireless transmitter is affected by 2.4GHz home telephone systems and, believe it or not, some microwave ovens. If you have a 5.8GHz phone system you'll be fine. Wish I could say the same about the microwave.

While relatively easy to install, the JVC setup procedure requires considerable review of the comprehensive manual. I found that I had to jump around the instruction manual quite a bit before I was able to use the receiver effectively. The on screen guides are easy to follow although one has to drill through multiple menues.

The provided remote control works very well and features a retractable cover that allows one to access less used functions easily while simultaneously keeping the device uncluttered. The instructions on how to add additional external devices were very straightforward and worked flawlessly.

If you're in the market for an excellent sounding HDMI capable multi-channel AV receiver with reasonable funtionality and a relatively small footprint than I encourage you to consider this JVC receiver.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars More inputs than I first thought!, September 1, 2006

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D. Whittaker "TechGeek47" (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: JVC RXD702B 7.1 Channel Surround Sound AM/FM Audio Video Receiver with HDMI Switching and Wireless PC Link (Electronics)

I was disappointed at first because you only get 4 video switches: DVD,VCR,DBS, and AUX. But it's actually better than this since you can dynamically select where (HDMI,Comp,S or C) these inputs come from (Note that only VCR and DVD have the HDMI option). For instance, for "DVD" you can easily change the video input to come from HDMI,Component,S, or Composite, and you can *separately* select where the audio comes from: HDMI,Digital, or Analog. So here's how I have mine set up: DVD - HDMI from DVD Player, Component from XBox; VCR - HDMI from Dish PVR, Component from XBox 360 (and digital audio from XBox 360!); DBS - S from TiVo; AUX - S from PlayStation. There's also another selection for an audio-only input (if you have satellite audio, for example). This means you can actually connect more devices, but you'll have to press a couple more buttons to switch the video and/or audio to that device. In any case, ALL devices up-sample to HDMI. As stated, the only exception is the receiver's setup screens from the box which go over S -- but you can do everything from the front panel anyway.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great receiver and GREAT JVC SUPPORT!, November 2, 2006

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S. trimble - See all my reviews
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This review is from: JVC RXD702B 7.1 Channel Surround Sound AM/FM Audio Video Receiver with HDMI Switching and Wireless PC Link (Electronics)

I received this receiver a couple days ago and had many problems with setup. I wanted this device for a couple of reasons, mainly because it includeded HDMI switching but also because my 42" LCD hangs on the wall and my components are about 35 feet away and I didn't want to run cables for every component to the TV. I wanted 1 HDMI cable to run from this device to the TV and 1 set of speaker wire. All other components I wanted to plug into this receiver.

At first attempt, I got video but no sound through the cable box, my DVD had sound but no video and my wireless PC Link worked flawlessly within 5 minutes of setup. I spent nearly 4 hours attempting everything I could think of, but failed to get it to work.

The next night, I decided to call JVC. A tech answered the phone on the second ring! She spent about 30 minutes on the phone with me trying to get it worked out but couldn't so she transferred me to the next level of support. He helped me immensely and in 20 minutes I was up and running perfectly!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PRO'S:
Single point of communication between components and TV.
W/the included wireless transmitter, you can stream music from any PC or laptop and it will play through your speakers.
Many on screen configurable options.
Remote controls all of my components.
Sound is excellent.
Many input options.
Sleek looking.

CONS:
Difficult initial setup - my cable box had to be connected via component cables to the receivers VCR component in jacks. Who could guess that? There is another port labeled "DBS" - that seems like a more logical place.
Can ONLY connect 2 High Def devices at a time (1 component + 1 HDMI, etc).

A couple other reviewers here stated that you cannot play sound through your TV when connected to this receiver. Well, it's a receiver...it's not made to utilize your TV's speakers, that would be useless. However, if your TV has detachable speakers, you can just add speaker wire to them and connect them to the receiver and everything will work fine.