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B&K Components, Ltd. 2100 Old Union Road, Buffalo New York 14227-2725 * (716)656-0023 FAX (716)656-1291 Table of Contents Safety precautions Features Display Front panel view Front panel description Rear panel view Rear panel description Remote control Setup Factory reset Making the connection Audio only Audio/video source Video monitor VCR Tape player Digital connections Surround setup Channel mode Bass management Delay Surround modes Speaker calibration Setup procedure page 3 page 4 page 5,7 page 6 page 6 - 7 page 8 page 8 - 11 page 12 - 13 page 14 page 15,32 page 16 page 16 page 16 page 17 page 17 page 18 page 9,18,30,31 page 19 page 19 page 20 page 20 page 21 page 22, 25 page 22 - 26 Page 1 Using presets Recall preset Save preset Rename preset Zone 2 description Advanced operations Star operation Troubleshooting Specifications Audio Video Care and cleaning Warranty page 26 page 26 page 27 page 28 page 30 page 31 - 33 page 31 page 33 page 34 - 35 page 34 page 34 page 35 page 36 Accessories included: Power cord, Manual, Remote control, 4 AAA batteries Page 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ BEFORE INSTALLING WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to you. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the unit. Caution: To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. If an outdoor antenna is connected to your A/V system, be sure the antenna system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. Keep outdoor antenna away from power lines. Turn preamplifier `off' when plugging in or unplugging source cables!!! The AVP3090 is equipped with raised feet so that continuous ventilation can be maintained. They also help to reduce acoustic feedback into the preamplifier and provide a measure of protection against scratching any surface the unit might be resting on. Do not alter or remove them. Do not stack anything on top of the preamplifier (processor, source, etc). Do not stack the preamplifier on top of an amplifier. Always connect the AVP power cord to an unswitched AC outlet for normal operations. Mistaking SEND, RCV, CTRL OUT, or IR IN connectors for audio/video inputs or outputs may damage your preamplifier or other components. Page 3 Features Overview Your new AVP series preamplifier from B & K Components, Ltd., is a versatile audio/video control center. The AVP preamplifiers are designed to not only sound sensational, but also to be an attractive, easy-to-use addition to your audio/video system. Although you already have a good idea of your preamplifier's features, we'd like to take a moment to point out certain highlights. Following that, the rest of this section describes the front panels display and controls, remote control and rear panel features. The AVP3090 is a two zone preamplifier. Latest technology audio design - With B & K, you're assured that the basic design foundation of your preamplifier provides excellent quality, fidelity, and a sound so true to life, that it sounds as if your system is a sound stage. Independent zone operation - The AVP is capable of controlling each zone independently, including audio/video selection, volume levels, muting, power on/off, and preset memories (also digital sources for zone 1). Simply set the remote control selector switch to "ZONE 1" or ZONE 2" to control the desired zone. Remote control and front panel operation - A straightforward remote control and intuitive front panel design will let you operate your AVP preamplifier easily, whether you prefer the hands-on front panel or the easy remote control operation. Multiple inputs - The AVP provides 7 analog audio, 6 digital coax, 4 composite video inputs, and 3 S-video inputs, enabling a variety of system configurations. To select and control the inputs, you can use either the remote control or the front panel. The analog audio inputs include CD, TAPE, TUNER, DVD/VLD, V1, V2, and TV-V3. The digital inputs include CD, TUNER, DVD/VLD, V1, V2, and TV-V3. The composite video inputs include DVD/VLD, V1, V2, and TV-V3. The S-video inputs include V1, V2, and DVD/VLD. *Note: The FX/NC input is the internal Surround Sound Processor. You cannot use this input from the back panel. Multiple outputs - Multiple audio and video outputs are provided. The audio outputs include buffered, fixed level V1, V2, and TAPE. The Z1 PRE-OUT variable level output features an extra pair of connectors for left and right front. Z2 PRE-OUT variable level output for audio output to your second room. Surround Sound Processor variable level audio outputs include FRONT L, FRONT R, REAR L, REAR R, CENTER, and SUB. The composite video outputs include V1, V2, Z1/MON, and Z2/MON. The S-video outputs include V1, Z1/MON, and Z2/MON. Page 4 A/V presets - Your AVP comes equipped with built in preset memories that when selected set up your AVP for you. You can also make changes to settings (such as volume and balance levels, etc.) and save your preferences in your own custom preset. You can save up to 10 A/V presets in each "bank" and recall them easily with the remote control. Recalling a preset while the preamplifier is off, automatically turns on the preamplifier. Two preset "banks" - Your AVP features two preset "banks", where the collection of presets are saved. In each bank, you can save up to 10 different presets, which translates into 20 different presets you can configure and recall at any time for each zone. Customized input and A/V preset names - You can use this feature to assign a name to a preset, input, or the turn on message. Controlling external systems or components - The CTRL OUT output on the preamplifier is rated 12 VDC @ 15 mA continuous. This feature lets you define the output to turn on an external system (such as a B & K amplifier) or related component (such as special room lighting effects). Full compatibility with most custom installed IR control systems - The IR IN input on the rear panel lets you integrate the AVP into an infrared system such as a repeater. This input may also be used for future custom installation technologies. Display The AVP display is a 16 character, alphanumeric fluorescent display. The display will look similar to the examples below and always default to zone 1 when zone 1 is on. Turn on message Volume level , )" d Display on/off The AVP display can be turned off to minimize its prominence in low light conditions. Pressing the DISPLAY button alternates the display between on and off. When the display is turned off, it shows two dots ( -) while it is idle. When remote control or front panel activity is detected, the display will turn on and stay on for approximately 20 seconds, after this time it will return to the two dot display. Page 5 Front panel view The figure below shows the front panel controls and features. Input selection or changes to other settings using the front panel controls requires selecting the appropriate MENU options and using the y or x button to change the settings. 1. Headphone jack 2. Display 3. Power button 4. Mute button 5. Display / y button 6. Review / x button 7. Menu button 8. Enter button 9. Volume control Front panel description 1. Headphone Jack Stereo headphones having a standard ¼ inch binaural plug can be connected to the headphone output. The headphone jack is connected to zone 2 of the preamplifier. Use zone 2 when you wish to use headphones. 2. Display The AVP display is a 16 character alphanumeric fluorescent display. Displays current mode of preamplifier and any changes being performed. Displays a single dot when preamplifier is in the off condition. 3. Power button Turns the AVP series preamplifier on or off. Page 6 4. Mute button Suppresses sound output from the system. The display will show a `-' at the right side of the display. 5. Display / O button Lets you turn the front panel display on or off. When used in combination with MENU, it will change that options setting. In TEST it selects the previous channel. When used in combination with MODE, it selects the previous surround mode. 6. Review / N button Presents a series of displays showing the current settings of the preamplifier. When used in combination with MENU, it will change that options setting. In TEST it selects the next channel. When used in combination with MODE, it selects the next surround mode. 7. Menu button - Displays a list of menu options, used with y/x to change the options and settings. 8. Enter button Confirms a selection or displays current setting of an option. 9. Volume control For controlling system volume. Turning the volume control clockwise increases the volume level, counterclockwise decreases the volume level. When the preamplifier is in mute, turning the volume up will unmute the preamplifier, turning the volume down will lower the volume but not unmute the preamplifier. Page 7 Rear panel view The AVP back panel is organized into groups of inputs and outputs for audio and video as shown below. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Power switch AC fuse holder AC input receptacle S-video inputs/outputs Digital inputs Zone 1 preouts Zone 2 preouts Analog audio inputs 9. Tape loop 10. V1 loop 11. V2 loop 12. CTRL OUT / IR IN jacks 13. Surround outputs 14. Send/RCV jacks 15. Composite video inputs 16. Composite video outputs Rear panel description 1. Power switch For switching AC power to the AVP preamplifier. Off = O, On = I. The rocker must be in the on (I) position for the preamplifier to operate. 2. AC fuse holder Holds the AC Line fuse. Replace only with 0.5 A (½ A) 250 V fast blow fuse. 3. AC input receptacle For attaching the supplied AC power cord to the preamplifier. Page 8 4. S-video inputs and outputs Connections for S-video components. Inputs labeled V1, V2, and DVD/VLD. Outputs labeled V1, Z2/MON, and Z1/MON. The preamplifier will not convert S-video to composite or composite to S-video. If you wish to use S-video, you must use it through the entire system. 5. Digital inputs Inputs labeled V1, V2, TV-V3, TUNER, DVD/VLD, and CD used to connect a digital audio signal from your source to the AVP preamplifier. The incoming signal may be either a PCM or Dolby Digital signal, you configure the input (in the setup menu) according to your system needs. These inputs are coaxial only. PLEASE NOTE: The DIGITAL inputs on the AVP3090 will only accept an Industry Standard Consumer Audio DIGITAL input signal.(See setup procedure in this manual) When you connect a Dolby Digital source to an AVP with Dolby Digital, the signal must be an Industry Standard Consumer Audio DIGITAL signal into the AVP3090. Laserdisc players normally have an Industry Standard Consumer Audio RF AC-3 signal. This type of AC-3 signal requires an AC-3 RF demodulator to be placed between the player and the AVP3090. This converts the RF AC-3 signal, out of the laserdisc, to an AC-3 DIGITAL signal. This signal can then be processed by the AVP1030 digital inputs. 6. ZONE 1 PRE-OUTS Provides variable level audio output for sending to a power amplifier or other audio component. They carry the same signal as the FRONT L and FRONT R surround outputs. 7. ZONE 2 PRE-OUTS Provides variable level audio output for zone 2 to send to a power amplifier or other audio component. These outputs are independent of ZONE 1. 8. Analog audio inputs Line level inputs for connecting your audio components to the system (TUNER, DVD/VLD, CD, and TV-V3). Must be used to send a signal to zone 2. The FX/NC input is not available for connection as it is the internal surround processor. Page 9 9. Tape Loop - Connections for the audio of a tape deck. TAPE OUT- Provides a fixed level, buffered audio output for sending to a tape player. Connect the TAPE OUT from the AVP to the TAPE IN on the tape player. TAPE IN Accepts audio output from a tape player. Connect the TAPE IN from AVP to the TAPE OUT on the tape player. Connections for the audio of a VCR designated as VCR 1. Provides a fixed level, buffered audio output for sendin ...