JVC RX-8030V 6.1 Channels Receiver
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- Surround Sound: Dolby Digital® DTS® DTS ES® Dolby Pro Logic II
- THX Certification: No
- Number of Channels: 6.1 Channels
- Type: Receiver
- Surround Mode Power: 130 Watt @ 8 ohm, 1 kHz, THD: 0.8%
- Stereo Mode Power: 130 Watt @ 8 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD: 0.08%
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Good Quality product
Pros
Great sound, Fantastic features and inputs, quality. Great deal now that it's older
Cons
no video conversion, bulky
Recommended it?
Yes
The Bottom Line:
If you are in the market for something older that still does most things you need, this unit is a dream. Great sound and long lasting quality.
I bought this unit a couple of years back to replace an older JVC Unit that wasn't loud enough anymore (the place I was living changed, not the receiver, and the watts were too low.) I really have had a good time with this receiver. Plenty of digital inputs for DVD, Video games, or whatever.
Setup
I have yet to understand why JVC took away the on-screen setup features. So, you pretty much have to set things up with the dials and buttons on the front of the unit, while holding the manual in the other hand. There are a lot of options and the information in the manual helps. There are plenty of options to set speaker size, distance from listener, which inputs are for what, etc. It can be involved, but at least you only need to do it once. There is also a quick setup option where they set most of the basic settings for you based upon a couple of questions.
The back
The rear of any of these can be daunting with the number of inputs and outputs available. Fortunately, everything on here is boxed off and labeled accordingly, with colors where appropriate. The speaker terminals accept banana plugs, so that you can screw those onto your speaker wires and have a much cleaner installation. Has room for a 2nd pair of front speakers, which can even be set for another room (but you still have to listen to the same thing on all speakers.)
the front
The design team went through and removed a lot of the clutter. The front looks sleek, polished, and clean. It no longer looks like a cockpit. The display has three lighting settings, depending upon how bright you want it to be. There is a flip-down panel with some additional inputs, and some less common controls. This door can come off with too much force, but it does not break and is easy to put back on. The unit can be easily operated from the front.
The Remote
Besides initial speaker setup, you can do everything from the remote. They put every feature and option on here, including the ability to adjust different speaker channels higher or lower, EQ and sound processing effects, etc. It is a very functional remote, but definitely not stylish and could use some help in the usability department. I read the manual and can use it fine, even for DVD navigation etc. My wife still doesn't understand most of the buttons. Takes some getting used to, for sure.
Audio
It supports everything up through Dolby Digital EX and DTS ES. Sound is wonderful, with all sources. One nice thing about this unit is that it still has inputs for legacy and vintage equipment, such as record players, vcr, cassette deck. They have since stopped putting these in, so I would recommend this unit if you like vinyl or have a big vhs collection. Make sure you have a different antenna for radio, as the included ones don't do much good. We regularly use the 8030 for radio, DVD, records, TV, DVD-Audio, and our mp3 collection.
Video
Only analog inputs here. Supports up to component video in. I basically passes the signal through untouched. No real problems. The one drawback is that it doesn't up-convert video, so if your source is coming from s-video, that's what it will output too.
I highly recommend this receiver. If you find a good deal anywhere, snatch it up. This unit is not as small and light as the newer models, but from the reports I have heard it is far more durable. Mine has survived three moves so far, with no problems. Like any receiver it generates some heat, so don't keep it in a non-ventilated cabinet. This is a great a/v receiver that I plan to enjoy for many years to come.
Setup
I have yet to understand why JVC took away the on-screen setup features. So, you pretty much have to set things up with the dials and buttons on the front of the unit, while holding the manual in the other hand. There are a lot of options and the information in the manual helps. There are plenty of options to set speaker size, distance from listener, which inputs are for what, etc. It can be involved, but at least you only need to do it once. There is also a quick setup option where they set most of the basic settings for you based upon a couple of questions.
The back
The rear of any of these can be daunting with the number of inputs and outputs available. Fortunately, everything on here is boxed off and labeled accordingly, with colors where appropriate. The speaker terminals accept banana plugs, so that you can screw those onto your speaker wires and have a much cleaner installation. Has room for a 2nd pair of front speakers, which can even be set for another room (but you still have to listen to the same thing on all speakers.)
the front
The design team went through and removed a lot of the clutter. The front looks sleek, polished, and clean. It no longer looks like a cockpit. The display has three lighting settings, depending upon how bright you want it to be. There is a flip-down panel with some additional inputs, and some less common controls. This door can come off with too much force, but it does not break and is easy to put back on. The unit can be easily operated from the front.
The Remote
Besides initial speaker setup, you can do everything from the remote. They put every feature and option on here, including the ability to adjust different speaker channels higher or lower, EQ and sound processing effects, etc. It is a very functional remote, but definitely not stylish and could use some help in the usability department. I read the manual and can use it fine, even for DVD navigation etc. My wife still doesn't understand most of the buttons. Takes some getting used to, for sure.
Audio
It supports everything up through Dolby Digital EX and DTS ES. Sound is wonderful, with all sources. One nice thing about this unit is that it still has inputs for legacy and vintage equipment, such as record players, vcr, cassette deck. They have since stopped putting these in, so I would recommend this unit if you like vinyl or have a big vhs collection. Make sure you have a different antenna for radio, as the included ones don't do much good. We regularly use the 8030 for radio, DVD, records, TV, DVD-Audio, and our mp3 collection.
Video
Only analog inputs here. Supports up to component video in. I basically passes the signal through untouched. No real problems. The one drawback is that it doesn't up-convert video, so if your source is coming from s-video, that's what it will output too.
I highly recommend this receiver. If you find a good deal anywhere, snatch it up. This unit is not as small and light as the newer models, but from the reports I have heard it is far more durable. Mine has survived three moves so far, with no problems. Like any receiver it generates some heat, so don't keep it in a non-ventilated cabinet. This is a great a/v receiver that I plan to enjoy for many years to come.
