SIMPLY BETTER! B&K Components, Ltd. PT3 Owner's Manual B&K P/N13010 0702 B&K Components, Ltd., 2100 Old Union Road, Buffalo New York 14227-2725 Phone 1-800-543-5252 or (716) 656-0026, Fax (716) 656-1291 E-mail: info@bkcomp.com Web: www.bkcomp.com ii TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents ....................................................................................................................................................iii Safety Precautions .................................................................................................................................................. 1 Features.................................................................................................................................................................... 2 The Basics................................................................................................................................................................ 3 Front Panel ............................................................................................................................................................... 4 Rear Panel ................................................................................................................................................................ 5 Remote Control........................................................................................................................................................ 6 Making the Connection ........................................................................................................................................... 7 Audio Connections..................................................................................................................................................................8 Using Full Range Speakers .....................................................................................................................................................9 Using Small Speakers ...........................................................................................................................................................10 Antenna Connections ............................................................................................................................................................11 Control Output / IR Input......................................................................................................................................................11 Operation................................................................................................................................................................ 12 Power ON/OFF .....................................................................................................................................................................12 Sleep......................................................................................................................................................................................12 Adjusting Volume .................................................................................................................................................................12 Choosing a Source ................................................................................................................................................................13 Headphone Mode ..................................................................................................................................................................13 Adjusting Balance.................................................................................................................................................................14 Adjusting Bass ......................................................................................................................................................................14 Adjusting Treble ...................................................................................................................................................................14 Loudness ...............................................................................................................................................................................14 Tuner Operation ....................................................................................................................................................................15 Presets ...................................................................................................................................................................................16 Menu ....................................................................................................................................................................... 17 Headphone ON......................................................................................................................................................................18 Help.......................................................................................................................................................................................18 Product Info ..........................................................................................................................................................................18 Setup .....................................................................................................................................................................................19 Favorite Preset Setup ....................................................................................................................................... 19 Source Names Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 20 Source Levels Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 20 Preset Operation Setup..................................................................................................................................... 21 Preset Volume................................................................................................................................................... 21 Preset Naming .................................................................................................................................................. 21 Display Setup .................................................................................................................................................... 22 Memory Options................................................................................................................................................ 22 Frequently Asked Questions................................................................................................................................ 23 Advanced Setup Features .................................................................................................................................... 24 Miscellaneous Setup .............................................................................................................................................................24 Max Level .......................................................................................................................................................... 24 Product ID Code Set and Zone ID .................................................................................................................... 24 Power On Titles ....................................................................................................................................................................24 Control Out Setup .................................................................................................................................................................25 Security Options....................................................................................................................................................................25 Factory Reset ......................................................................................................................................................... 25 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................... 26 Preamplifier Tuner Specifications ....................................................................................................................... 27 Limited Warranty..................................................................................................................................................................28 Returning Equipment ............................................................................................................................................................28 Menu System.......................................................................................................................................................... 29 Advanced Menu System ....................................................................................................................................... 30 Rear Panel Enlarged View .................................................................................................................................... 31 Notes....................................................................................................................................................................... 32 WWW.BKCOMP.COM ............................................................................................................................................ 33 iii SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ BEFORE INSTALLING WARNING: to prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Care should be taken to prevent objects or liquid from entering the enclosure. Never handle the power cord with wet hands. · 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 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. Unplug the Preamplifier Tuner from the AC outlet when plugging in or unplugging cables, when left unused for an extended period of time, when moving, or when you suspect lightning in your area. Prevent damage to the power cord. Do not bend, pull, place objects on, alter, etc. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. Always grasp the plug on the power cord when plugging in or unplugging the Preamplifier Tuner from the AC outlet. Your system may produce sound levels capable of causing permanent hearing loss. Do not operate for extended periods of time at high volume levels. Make sure the Preamplifier Tuner is placed on a level surface. The Preamplifier Tuner is equipped with raised feet to provide ventilation, reduce acoustic feedback, and provide protection against scratching the surface the unit is resting on. We advise against removing or altering feet. Do not stack anything on top of the Preamplifier Tuner (processor, source, etc.) Leave a minimum of 2" clearance from the top of the Preamplifier Tuner to the next shelf (or component) to insure proper ventilation. The Preamplifier Tuner should be located away from other sources that may be sensitive to heat. Do not perform any internal modifications to the Preamplifier Tuner. Always connect the Preamplifier Tuner's power cord to an unswitched AC outlet for normal operation. If young children are present, adult supervision should be provided until the children are capable of following all rules for safe operation. Do not plug the Preamplifier Tuner's power cord into an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices. Be careful if using extension cords and ensure the total power used by all devices does not exceed the power rating (watts/amperes) of the extension cord. Excessive loads may cause the insulation on the cord to heat and possibly melt. Mistaking CONTROL OUTPUT or CONTROL INPUT connectors for audio/video inputs or outputs may damage your Preamplifier or other components. Damage may occur to your speakers when the power rating of the driver is exceeded while playing back music processed by the Preamplifier. Ensure that all the drivers in your s ...