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Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ---------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Introduction--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 About this Manual ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9 Unpacking and Inspection -------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 Placement of Your AVC-2500 ---------------------------------------------------------------- 9 Optional Rack Mounting Kit ------------------------------------------------------------------ 9 Rear Panel Drawing ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 Front Panel Drawing --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12 Remote Control Drawing --------------------------------------------------------------------- 14 Rear Panel Connections ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 16 Making Connections to Your AVC-2500 --------------------------------------------------- 17 AVC-2500 Front Panel Controls and Auto Cal Mic Connection --------------------- 22 AVC 2500 Remote Control Buttons -------------------------------------------------------- 25 AVC-2500 Front Panel and Video on-screen Displays -------------------------------- 27 Autoformat Surround Processing Modes (ASP) ---------------------------------------- 29 Autoformat Surround Processing (ASP) Decoding Chart ---------------------------- 32 Placement of Your Home Theater Speakers --------------------------------------------- 33 AVC-2500 Default Settings ------------------------------------------------------------------- 37 Setting up your AVC 2500 -------------------------------------------------------------------- 38 Programming the Learning Remote Control --------------------------------------------- 47 Remote Control Shift + Commands -------------------------------------------------------- 49 Operating Your AVC-2500 -------------------------------------------------------------------- 50 Using the Tuner --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 51 Operating the Remote Zone ----------------------------------------------------------------- 52 Temporary Level Adjustment Using the Trim Function -------------------------------- 53 Activating the Sleep Timer ------------------------------------------------------------------- 54 Maintaining Your AVC-2500 ------------------------------------------------------------------ 54 In Case of Trouble ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 54 Button Assignment Worksheets for the Learning Remote Control ----------------- 56 AVC-2500 Installation Worksheet ---------------------------------------------------------- 59 AVC-2500 Specifications --------------------------------------------------------------------- 61
Record the following information for future reference: Serial #_______________________ Date of Purchase__________________
Parasound Dealer_____________________________________ _____________ Parasound Dealer's Phone Number____________________________________
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AVC-2500 Audio Video Controller Features · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Full 24 bit Processing Using Three Motorola 56009 DSPs DTS, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Pro Logic Decoding THX Ultra Processing of DTS, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Pro Logic Reference Quality FM/AM Stereo Tuner with 20 Presets Automatic Calibration System of Level and Delay for All Channels Calibration Mic Included Automatic Audio/Video Input Selection Automatic A/D Overload Attenuation to Prevent Distortion Digital Inputs and Surround Modes are Assignable to Sources Two Component Video Inputs Six Audio/Video Inputs with Composite and S-Video Connectors Input Connection for Optional External RF Demodulator Discrete Line Output Stages State of the Art Military Spec. Four Layer Circuit Boards Ramp Up of Volume After Turn On / Ramp Down for Sleep Mode Advanced On-screen and Front Panel Displays User Selectable Name for Each Source & Digital Input Illuminated, Eight Source Learning Remote Control Dual Zone Audio and Video Controller With Separate 12 Volt DC Triggers RS-232 Control Port for Computer Controlled Integration Systems
Licensing Acknowledgements Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Copyright 1992 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All Rights Reserved
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Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS Digital Surround", are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Copyright 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. Lucasfilm and THX are registered Trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd.
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Important Safety Instructions Save these instructions for future use This triangle alerts you to the dangerous voltages inside that may be a shock hazard. This triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in this manual. ü Follow all instructions and warnings marked on the unit. ü Always use with the correct line voltage. Refer to the manufacturer's operating instructions for power requirements. Be advised that different operating voltages may require the use of a different line cord and/ or attachment plug. ü Do not install the unit in an unventilated rack, or directly above heat producing equipment such as power amplifiers. Observe the maximum ambient operating temperature listed in the product specification. ü Slots and opening on the case are provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation and prevent it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. Never push objects of any kind through the ventilation slots. Never spill a liquid of any kind on the unit. ü Never attach audio power amplifier outputs directly to any of the unit's connectors. ü To prevent shock or fire hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture, or operate it where it will be exposed to water. ü Do not attempt to operate the unit if it has been dropped, damaged, exposed to liquids, or if it exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating the need for service. ü This unit should only be opened by qualified service personnel. Removing covers will expose you to hazardous voltages. ü Adhere to all warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions. ü Take precautions not to defeat the grounding or polarization of the units power cord. ü Do not overload wall outlet, extension cords or integral convenience receptacles, as this can result in a risk of fire or electrical shock. ü Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point at which they exit from the unit. ü The unit should be cleaned only as recommended. Communications Notice This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designated to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. It this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ü ü ü Reorient the television receiving antenna Relocate the AVC-2500 away from the television Plug the AVC-2500 into a different AC outlet so that the AVC-2500 and television are on different branch circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: "How to identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems." This booklet is available from the U.S. Government printing office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock No.004-000-00345-4. Le présent appareil numénque n' émet pan de bruits radioélectriques dépassant len limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la class B prescrites dans le Réglement sur le brouillage radloélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
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Español Instrucciones Importantes de Seguridad Guarde esta instrucciones para uso posterior. Utilice siempre el voltaje correcto. Dirijase a las instrucciones de operación del fabricante para obtener las especificaciones de potencia. Esté al tanto de que voltajes de operación distintos requleren el uso de cables y/o enchufes distintos. No instale esta unidad en un estante sin ventilación, ni tampoco directamente encima de equipos que generen calor tales como amplificadores de potencia. Fijese en las temperaturas ambientales máximas de operacidn que se mencionan en las especificaciones del producto. Las aperturas y ranuras del chasis sirven para proveer a ventilacion necesaria para operar Ia unidad con seguridad y para prevenir sobrecalentamiento, y por lo tanto no pueden ser obstruidas o cubiertas. No introduzca objetos de ningún tipo a través de las ranuras de ventilacón. y nunca deje caer ningún liquido sobre la unidad. Nunca conecte ningún tipo de salida de amplificadores de sonido directamente a los conectores de la unidad. Para prevenir descargas eléctricas o incendios, mantenga la unidad alejada de la lluvia, humedad o cualquier lugar en el que pueda entrar en contacto con agua. No trate de hacer funcionar la unidad si se ha caÃdo, esta dañada, ha entrado en contacto con liquidos, o si nota cualquier cambio brusco en su funcionamiento que indique la necesidad de hacerle un servicio de mantenimiento. Esta unidad deberá ser abierta por personal calificado. Si usted quita las coberturas se expondrá a voltajes peligrosos. Este triángulo que aparece en su componente le advierte soDre aexistenc;a dentro del chasis de voltajes peligrosos sin aislantes ...voltajes que son lo suficientemente grandes como para causar electrocución. Este triángulo que aparece en su componente lo alerta sobre las instrucciones de operación y mantenimiento importantes que estan en los materiales de lectura que se incluyen. Français Instructions de Sûretè Importantes Gardez ces instructions pour réference future. Observez toutes les instructions et tous les avertisserments marqués sur l'appareil. Branchez uniquements sur un réseau de tension indiquée. Consultez le manuel d'instruction du fabriquant pour les spécifications de courant. N'oubliez pas que différentes tensions peuvent nécessiter l'utilisation de cables et/ou de fiches de connexion différents. N'installez pas l'appareil en un compartiment non-aéré ou directement audessus d'équipements générateurs de chaleur, tels qu'amplificateurs de courants, etc. Ne dépassez pas Ia température ambiante maximale de fonctionnement indiquée dans les spécifications du produit. Des fentes et ouvertures sont prévues dans le boîtier pour l'aération; Pour assurer le bon fonctionnement et pour prévenir l'échauffement, ces ouvertures ne doivent pas être couvertes ou bloquées. N'insérez pas d'objets dans les fentes d'aération. Empêchez tout liquide de se répandre sur l'appareil. Ne connectez jamais d'amplificateurs audio directement aux connecteurs de l'appareil. Pour empêcher les chocs électriques et le danger d'incendie, évitez d'exposer l'appareil à Ia plule ou à l'humidité, et ne le mettez pas en marche en un endroit où iI serait exposé aux éclaboussures d'eau. N'essayez pas de faire fonctionner l'appareil s'il est tombé à terre, a été endommangé, exposé à un liquide, ou si vous observez des différences nettes dans son fonctionnement, indiquant Ia nécessité de réparations. Cet appareil ne dolt être ouvert que par un personnel de service qualifié. En enlevant les couvercles vous vous exposez à des tensions électriques dangereuses. Ce triangle. sur votre appareil vous avertit de a présence de tension dangereuse, non-isolée à l'inténeur du boîtier.. une tension suffisante pour représenter un danger d'électrocution. Ce triangle sur sur votre appareil vous invite de suivre d'importantes instructions d'utiiisation et d'entretien dans Ia documentation Iivrée avec le produit.
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