User manual RCA RT2360

IMPORTADOR Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V. Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra 57 Col. Ampliación Granada C.P. 11529 Mexico D.F. Telefono: (55)25 81 53 20 R.F.C.: CTM-980723-KS5 0151 EXPORTER Thomson Inc. P.O. Box 1976 Indianapolis, IN 46206 - 1976 © 2003 Thomson Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Marque(s) Deposée 55705620 (EN/F/E) www.rca.com www.rca.com/LatinAmerica Printed in China / Impreso en China u s e r m a n VOLUME ECEIVER AUDIO VIDEO R H O M E T H E AT E R u ON/STANDBY SURR MODE SOURCE FM/AM MUTE SOURCE ST / MONO V-AUX VIDEO L - AUDIO - R TUNING MEMORY OK SETUP TEST TONE EQ DIGITAL INPUT DSP MODE BASS/TREBLE LEVEL a PHONES RT2360/RT2360BK It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time. Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su euipo. l FCC Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or modifications not expressly approved by Thomson Inc. could void the user's authority to operate this product. This device generates and uses radio frequency (RF) energy, and if not installed and used properly, this equipment may cause interference to radio and television reception. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception (which you can determine by unplugging the unit), try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Re-orient the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for the radio or television that is "receiving" the interference). · Move the unit away from the equipment that is receiving interference. · Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so that the unit and the equipment receiving interference are on different branch circuits. If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, "How To Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems." This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies. This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture. For Your Safety The AC power plug is polarized (one blade is wider than the other) and only fits into AC power outlets one way. If the plug won't go into the outlet completely, turn the plug over and try to insert it the other way. If it still won't fit, contact a qualified electrician to change the outlet, or use a different one. Do not attempt to bypass this safety feature. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. For Your Records In the event that service should be required, you may need both the model number and the serial number. In the space below, record the date and place of purchase, and the serial number: Model No. Remote Control No. Date of Purchase Place of Purchase Serial No. Service Information This product should be serviced only by those specially trained in appropriate servicing techniques. For instructions on how to obtain service, refer to the warranty included in this Guide Technical Specification Product: Dolby Digital Audio video receiver Brand: RCA Model: RT2360/RT2360BK Electrical current consumption Power Supply: 120V ~ 60Hz Power consumption: 165 Watts IMPORTER Comercializadora Thomson de México, S.A. de C.V. Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra No. 57 Col. Ampliación Granada C.P. 11529 Mexico D.F. Telefono: (55)25 81 53 20 RFC: CTM-980723-KS5 THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WA R N I N G S I G N ALERTING YOU OF "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" INSIDE THE PRODUCT. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERS E RV I C E A B L E PA R T S I N S I D E . R E F E R S E RV I C I N G TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF I M P O R TA N T INSTRUCTIONS A C C O M PA N Y I N G T H E P R O D U C T. CAUTION SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Table of Content FCC Information Troubleshooting Tips Getting Started Unpacking the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Unpacking the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Inserting Batteries into Remote Control .3 Set Up and Maintenance of the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Protect your Components from Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Connecting to Audio-Visual Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Digital Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Connecting Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Connecting the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Connecting the Subwoofer . . . . . . . . . . .6 Positioning your Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Front Speaker Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Surround Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Advanced Surround Setting . . . . . . . . . .8 Test Tone / Channel Balance . . . . . . . . . .9 Connecting for Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Using Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Factory Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . Receiver/Tuner Operation . Remote Control Operation General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning the Exterior . . . . Equipment Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 .22 .22 .22 .22 .22 EN Care and Maintenance Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Important battery information Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . Headset safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . Don't infringe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 .23 .23 .23 .23 Remote Codes Cable Codes . . . . . VCR Codes . . . . . . TV Codes . . . . . . . Satellite Receivers Audio (RCA only) . Laser disc Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 .24 .25 .26 .26 .26 Operating your Receiver Receiver Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Your Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Switching On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Selection of Audio/Video Source . . . . . .13 Using the Remote to Control Additional Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Using the receiver to play a Source . . . .15 Operating the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Limited Warranty (U.S.) . . . . . . . .27 Limited Warranty (Canada) . . . . .28 Advanced Sound Control Sound Enhancement Systems Fine Setting of Components . Fine Setting of the Speakers . Advanced Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 .19 .20 .20 1 Getting Started Unpacking the Receiver You should receive the following items: H O M E T H E AT E R A U D I O V I D E O R E C E I V E R VOLUME + LEVEL - ON/STANDBY SOURCE MUTE SOURCE ST / MONO PHONES SURR MODE FM/AM TUNING MEMORY OK DSP MODE SETUP TEST TONE EQ DIGITAL INPUT BASS/TREBLE + V-AUX VIDEO L - AUDIO - R One pair of "AA" batteries One receiver unit One external FM Dipole antenna One external AM loop antenna One RCA Universal Remote Control one audio cable (two wires) with red and white RCA connectors; · one instruction book; · one safety leaflet; · one Quick Connection Guide 2 Getting Started Unpacking The Speakers · one set of speakers including 2 front speakers, 1 centre speaker, 1 subwoofer and 2 rear speakers. · 6 speaker wires including: 10 cm/4" H O M E T H E AT E R A U D I O V I D E O R E C E I V E R Set up and Maintenance of the Receiver · Provide spaces for sufficient ventilation as indicated: EN VOLUME 10 cm/ 4" ON/STANDBY SOURCE MUTE SOURCE ST / MONO PHONES FM/AM TUNING MEMORY OK SURR MODE SETUP TEST TONE EQ DIGITAL INPUT DSP MODE BASS/TREBLE LEVEL 10 cm/ 4" V-AUX VIDEO L - AUDIO - R 1 X green/black wire for center speaker 1 X red/black wire for front right speaker 10 cm/4" 5 cm/ 2" 1 X white/black wire for front left speaker 1 X purple/black wire for subwoofer · Do not connect to the AC power cords until all connections are completed. 1 X blue/black wire for rear left speaker 1 X gray/black wire for rear right speaker · Do not use your set immediately after transferring it from a cold place to a warm place: there is risk of condensation. · Do not expose your set to water and excessively high temperatures. · After having disconnected your set, clean the case with a soft cloth, or with a slightly damp leather chamois. Never use strong solvents. Inserting Batteries into Remote Control Insert two AA(R6) batteries according to the + and signs on the battery compartment. To use the remote control, point it directly at your receiver. Whenever a button is pressed, a red indicator will light up on the remote control. Protect your Components from Overheating · Do not block ventilation holes in any component. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely. · Do not stack components directly on top of each other. · Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand. Install batteries as follows: 1. Remove battery compartment door by applying thumb pressure on battery door and then lift the door out and off the cabinet. 2. Insert 2 AA batteries in the compartment and replace the compartment door. · Place an amplifier near the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not affect other components. If you have a satellite receiver, you should place it on the top shelf. 3 Getting Started Connecting to Audio-Visual Components DIGITAL CONNECTION S-VIDEO If your video component has a S-Video jack included, you can make use of it to enjoy enhanced video quality by connecting it to the relevant S-Video jack at the rear side of the receiver. One S-video cable is needed for each component. When S-Video cable is used, composite video (yellow RCA connector) cable must also be connected for VCR recording. Note: Before plugging in the optical cable or S-Video cable, make sure to match the shape of the plug and jack, otherwise, you will not be able to plug in completely. DVD to S-VIDEO OUT (DVD) to VIDEO OUT (DVD) If you have a SAT receiver DVD player or CD player with a digital output, you can make use of an optical digital cable (not supplied) or coaxial digital cable (not supplied) to carry the audio portion of the signal and enjoy Dolby Digital sound quality. One optical or coaxial cable is needed for each SAT receiver, DVD player or CD player. When optical or coaxial cable is used, the analog audio cables are still needed if recording through a tape or VCR is desired. This receiver provides one optical and one coaxial digital input for the connection of your components. Please connect your components (e.g. DVD, SAT or CD) to the appropriate digital inputs and press DIGITAL INPUT to select the corresponding digital input source. Note: Optical and coax cables carry only the audio portion of the signal. A video connection must also be established for a SAT receiver and DVD player. S-video provides the best connection for the video portion of the signal. Composite video (yellow RCA connector) can also be used. It is important that the same type of cable (S-video or composite) that is connected from the Home Theater to the TV is used to connect the SAT receiver or DVD player to the Home Theater. to AUDIO OUT (SAT) to VIDEO OUT (SAT) to AUDIO OUT(DVD) SAT to S-VIDEO OUT (SAT) DIGITAL INPUT Connect components capable of outputing Dolby Digital (e.g. DVD or SAT) or standard PCM (CD) format digital signals. Read section on "Input Signal Setting" under "Advanced Sound Control" carefully to adjust the matching input settings. TV to S-VIDEO IN (TV) OPTICAL 1 to VIDEO IN (TV) to AUDIO OUT (TV) SUBWOOFER PRE OUT to AUDIO OUT (CD) to VIDEO OUT (VCR) to AUDIO OUT (VCR) to AUDIO IN (VCR) CD Player to VIDEO IN (VCR) VCR Tape Deck to LINE OUT (Tape Deck) to LINE IN ( Tape Deck ) FRONT TERMINAL Remark: If you have a video camera, video game machine, or an extra VCR, connect it to VAUX input at the front of the receiver If your CD player is equipped with digital optical jacks, use of optical cable is preferred. What you need is just one more optical digital connecting cable (not supplied). Plug it in the digital input jack of the receiver and select OPTICAL on the receiver setting (see details on pg 19 chapter "Input Signal Setting"). You can enjoy better sound quality brought to you by the optical cable. When optical cable is used, analog cables are still needed for recording to tape output. 4 Getting Started Digital Connections Read instructions carefully when connecting components to the receiver. Digital In Jacks can accept Dolby Digital (AC-3), DTS or PCM signals when compatible components are connected. COAXIAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO) Connect to coaxial digital output of DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible devices. DVD / CD / SAT AM Loop Antenna and FM Indoor Antenna 1. Uncoil the Antenna wire and locate the base end of the AM antenna and snap into place as shown below in AM Loop Antenna. 2. Press down on the Antenna tab to open the terminal EN ANTENNA OPTICAL 1 OPTICAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO) Optical Fiber Cable Connect to optical digital output of DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible devices. SAT / DVD / CD Player / TV FM 75 AM LOOP AM Loop Antenna OPTICAL 1 SUBWOOFER PRE OUT Connecting the Antennas HINT OPTICAL 1 SUBWOOFER PRE OUT · For FM reception, extend antenna to its full length and arrange the Antenna as a T Shape · For AM reception, rotate the antenna horizontally to get better reception. The AM and FM antennas connect to the AM and FM terminals on the system's back panel. They must be hooked up in order to receive clear reception. 5 Getting Started Connecting the Speakers CENTER SPEAKERS CENTER Speaker wires 1 for each speaker, is needed for connection. Twist the stripped ends of speaker cord about 2/3 inch (15 mm). Press down on the tab to open the terminal and insert the wire. Release tab to lock wire in the terminal. FRONT SPEAKERS RIGHT LEFT GREEN / BLACK Use this jack on the left back panel to connect another active subwoofer other than the one supplied. CENTER FRONT SUB WOOFER SPEAKER PURPLE / BLACK BLUE / BLACK REAR REAR SUB WOOFER REAR SPEAKERS (SURROUND SOUND) Speakers There are 6 speakers equipped with the unit (2 front, 1 center, 2 rear, 1 subwoofer). In order to enjoy good surround effects, all six speakers need to be connected to the receiver. At least two front speakers (left and right) are required. For better sound quality, Center speaker, rear speakers and Subwoofer should also be connected. Adding center and rear speakers will enhance surround effects. Adding a Subwoofer will increase bass response. If you want to enjoy full range of sound effects, with small speakers, it is a must to use the subwoofer with the speakers to maintain adequate bass signal. 6 +- +RED / BLACK WHITE / BLACK GREY / BLACK -+ -+ -+ -+ Antenna and Speaker Wire Connection Push terminal tab down to insert wire. Release tab to lock wire in the terminal. NOTE: Make sure the insulation is completely removed from the ends of the Antenna and speaker wires at all connection points. To ease speaker connections, the speaker wires and the terminals are color-coded. · White/Black (Front Left Speaker), · Red/Black (Front Right Speaker), · Green/Black (Center Speaker) · Blue/Black (Rear Left Speaker). · Grey/Black (Rear Right Speaker). · Purple/Black (Subwoofer) Connect the L, R speakers at the back of the speakers to the corresponding color on the receiver. Do the same for center (with green/black terminal), rear speaker and the subwoofer (with purple/black terminal). Speaker Polarity When connecting the speakers, make sure the polarities ("+" speaker wire to "+" on the receiver) of speaker wires and terminals are matched. If the wires are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack bass ("out of phase" effect). Connecting the Subwoofer Connect the subwoofer with the speaker wire (purple/ black) provided. This receiver offers a high flexibility for user to use a large variety of speakers and subwoofers. For more information please refer to section "Fine Setting of the Speakers" in "Advanced Sound Control" on page 20. Getting Started Positioning your speaker 1 Left, Right (Front Speakers) They carry primarily music and sound effects Alignment Align the center speaker evenly with (A), or slightly behind (B), the left and right speakers, but not ahead of them. EN 2 Center In surround mode, the center speaker carries much of the dialogue as well as music and effects. It should be set between the left and right speakers. 3 Surround (Rear Speakers) Their overall sound balance should be as close as possible to the front speakers. Proper placement is vital to establish an evenly distributed sound field. Subwoofer A subwoofer is designed to reproduce powerful low bass effects (explosions, the rumble of spaceships, etc.) which dramatically heightens involvement with the action on the screen. It is therefore recommended to connect subwoofers when small speakers are used. Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Advanced Setting Angle Placing the left and right speakers to form a 45degree angle with your favorite viewing position will duplicate the soundtrack mixer's perspective. Magnetic shielding Speakers placed less than two feet from the TV set must be magnetically shielded in order to prevent picture distortion. Front and center speakers provided with this unit are magnetically shielded to protect your TV set. It is not recommended to place the rear speakers near the TV set. 3 1 2 Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Height 1 3 The three speakers should be as close as possible to the same height. This often requires placing the center speaker directly atop (A) or beneath (B) the TV set. A Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Front Speaker Placement Even if you can't duplicate this ideal home theater setup exactly, the suggestions for speaker placement that follow will help you get good results. B Courtesy Dolby Laboratories 7 Getting Started Preferred surround placement Location If possible, place surround speakers to either side of the listening area, not behind it. Advanced Setting Alternative Surround Placement Rear wall If rear wall mounting is the only choice, aim the speakers at each other (A), towards the front (B) or even towards the sidewalls (C, D). Experiment with placement until surround sounds seem to envelop you, rather than coming from behind you. Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Height If space permits, install surrounds 2-3 feet above viewers. This helps to minimize localization effects. Courtesy Dolby Laboratories No adjacent walls Surrounds can go on stands facing each other to approximate the preferred sidewall mounting (A), or to the sides or rear of the viewing area aimed upwards. In the latter case, they can go right on the floor, or preferably, a few feet off the floor such as on end tables (B). Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Aiming Aiming surrounds straight across the room, not down at viewers, helps create a more open, spacious surround sound field. Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Courtesy Dolby Laboratories 8 Getting Started Test Tone / Channel balance Channel balance Your receiver is equipped with a test signal generator for balancing the channels. As the signal "travels" from channel to channel, adjust the level controls until each channel plays at the same loudness level. Connecting for Power Make sure you connect all your other electronic components and the speakers before plugging your receiver into the outlet. Plug the power cord in the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. EN Using Headphones To listen privately through your audio system, use the PHONES jack on the receiver. However, make sure you turn down the volume before you put on the headphones. Increase the volume to the desired level after headphones are in place. Once headphones are connected, "HEADPHONE DOWN MIX 2 CHANNEL" will scroll on display. This feature automatically converts multi-channel speaker outputs to 2 channel stereo for your listening pleasure. Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Level adjustment & surround channel level expectation Even though you adjust the surround channel to be as loud as the others on the test signal, you'll find that on actual program material the surround channel is usually much lower than the front. Don't be tempted to readjust the surround level; program producers use surround mostly for subtle atmospherics and ambience, and only rarely for special effects. A good surround mix doesn't call attention to itself; if it did, it would soon become distracting. Hearing Comfort & Well-Being · Do not play your headset at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous extended play. · If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use. NOTE The system is equipped with Dolby Digital, and manufactured under License from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby Digital Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Copyright 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,674, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other world-wide patents issued and pending. "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Copyright 1996, 2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Factory Setting The unit is preset to the following settings when you first power the receiver up right out of the box: Function = Tuner Volume setting = 45 Bass & treble = 0 dB Speaker settings: Center, rear, front = small Subwoofer = on EQ: FLAT NOTE Reset to Factory Settings: All preset radio stations and surround sound setting will be lost after factory setting is restored. You may restore factory setting with the following procedures: 1. Enter Standby mode 2. Press SURR. MODE key when holding SOURCE UP. 3. All preset stations will reset to FM87.5MHz and all receiver settings restore to default settings as described above. 9 Operating Your Receiver 1 5 13 14 10 6 H O M E T H E AT E R A U D I O V I D E O R E C E I V E R VOLUME ON/STANDBY SOURCE MUTE SOURCE ST / MONO PHONES SURR MODE FM/AM TUNING MEMORY OK DSP MODE SETUP TEST TONE EQ DIGITAL INPUT BASS/TREBLE LEVEL V-AUX VIDEO L - AUDIO - R 2 3 4 12 9 11 8 15 7 16 Receiver Controls 1. STANDBY/ON To turn the unit on/ off. When the system is turned on, the unit will go to the mode it was in before powered off. 2. MUTE To mute speakers and headphone out. 3. PHONES Plug your headphones (not supplied) into it for your private enjoyment. Speakers will be off when phones are inserted. 4. Source Buttons To select sound source. For example, CD, SAT, Tuner etc. 5. Display To display current status of the receiver. 6. Sound Control Let you adjust the sound ­ volume, treble, bass & level. · To change the VOLUME, turn the large knob. · To adjust TREBLE or BASS, press relevant button and turn the knob. · Bass/Treble can only be activated under stereo mode. 9. TUNING Press for about 2 seconds to search for next station. Press once to review all preset stations in preset mode. In normal mode, press to increase/decrease tuner frequencies. 10. SURR. MODE Press repeatedly to select the surround mode you want. ( refer to "Advanced Sound Control" on page 19) 11. MEMORY Press to toggle between manual tuning mode and preset station mode, Press and hold to manually store tuner station in preset mode. 12. FM/AM Press to choose between FM/AM in TUNER mode. Press and hold to automatically search and save preset stations (FM only). FM/AM button can only switch tuner bands and can not select Tuner source. 13. TEST tone When pressing it briefly, a short noise (test tone) will be generated in the speakers one by one so that you can adjust the volume of individual speaker. (See page 9 for details) 14. EQ Press repeatedly to select the desirable EQ mode (music style) ­ FLAT, ROCK, POP, JAZZ, CLASSIC, VOCAL. Your choice will be saved automatically.(Only available in Stereo mode) 15. DIGITAL INPUT/ ST / MONO Press repeatedly to select the input device (analog / optical / coaxial). In FM mode, press to toggle between stereo and mono. 16. V-AUX Input For convenient use of your digital camera, family game machines, second VCR, etc. Bass/Treble effects are only active when there is no custom EQ effect. When pressing BASS/TREBLE, the unit will automatically go to EQ OFF mode. · To change the volume of individual speaker, press LEVEL button repeatedly to select the speaker, then turn the knob to adjust the level. 7. DSP (Digital Sound Processor) Press this button to select the DSP mode (STADIUM/THEATER/CONCERT/CLUB/CHURCH/ARENA/DSP OFF) you want. 8. SETUP FUNCTION · To adjust the speaker size, speaker distance, speaker phase, night mode, sleep and display dimmer. · In SLEEP mode, you can set the receiver to turn off from 5 to 120 minutes. 10 Operating Your Receiver Your Remote Control Please be sure you have inserted the batteries into the remote control (see relevant section on page 3.) You can test it by pressing any button. If it works, the red LED will light. 1. ON/OFF To turn on or off the receiver and other auxiliary components (see page 14 "Using the Remote to Control Additional Components"). 2. Source Buttons To turn on and select various audio/ video sources. 3. CH+, CH- (Channel Buttons) To select programmed stations (in TUNER mode). 4. VOL (Volume Buttons) To adjust the volume. 5. MUTE To mute all audio outputs. 6. Adjustment Buttons a. Press AUDIO button to activate the control, then DSP/EQ/SETUP key. b. Press the left and right buttons, , the display will toggle among: SLEEP, Night mode, DIMMER, EQ and DSP. c. When the display shows the setup you want to change, press the up and down arrow buttons beside OK button to make changes, then press OK to finalize your choice. EN 1 2 13 3 4 5 6 8 7. Number Buttons To access directly a pre-set station (in TUNER mode) or to peripheral devices . 8. MENU (Tuner Mode only) · Press AM/FM · To store Preset Stations. (For details, refer to "Storing and Recalling Stations in Memory" on page 17.) 9. Operation Buttons In TUNER mode, press AM/FM on the remote. · Press REVERSE and FORWARD keys to tune down or up the radio frequency. · PLAY, RECORD, STOP and PAUSE keys are only for easy control of external devices that are connected to your receiver such as CD, VCR, DVD, TAPE, etc.. The remote control currently operates most Thomson, RCA and GE products, but it can be programmed to operate devices from other manufacturers (For details, refer to "Using the Remote to Control Additional Components" on page 14. 10. DIGITAL Select the way your audio/video components are connected to the receiver (Analog, Optical or Coaxial). In TUNER mode, press to toggle between Stereo and Mono sound. 11. LEVEL Press to adjust the volume of each speaker. Press repeatedly and the display will toggle among different channels (Left front speaker, Right front speaker, Center speaker, Left rear speaker, Right rear speaker, and Subwoofer). Press the VOLUME up and down arrow buttons for adjustment.. 7 9 12 11 10 NOTE The remote buttons GO BACK·DISC, GUIDE·RDM·PTY, INFO·RDS, INPUT·SEEK, ANT·FMS & AUDIO do not work in tuner mode. 12. SURR (Surround Sound Control) Press to change the surround sound settings. The display will toggle among DOLBY DIGITAL, DOLBY PROLOGIC, DTS , STEREO. 13. LED indicator Lights up whenever a key on the remote control is pressed. 11 Operating Your Receiver Display C R S RS L C R LS LFE RS · Audio output is in dts mode. · Speaker Icons. · Audio output is in Dolby Digital mode. SLEEP · Unit in Sleep mode. MEMORY · Audio output is in Dolby Pro Logic mode. · Unit in Memory or Preset mode. ST · Tuner stereo signal detected. KHz MHz · Tuner frequency unit. TUNED · Tuner station detected. EQ · EQ effect activated. 12 Operating Your Receiver Switching on/off · To switch on the receiver, press ON/STANDBY button once, or any source button on the remote control. Selection of Audio/Video source When one of the source buttons is pressed, the audio and video input corresponding to the name will be activated. The receiver acts as a switching device between all the sources that are plugged into it. EN ON/STANDBY SOURCE MUTE SOURCE FM/AM TUN · Standby: when the receiver is on, press the ON/STANDBY button once to activate the standby mode. · To switch off the unit completely, unplug the power cord from the socket Example 1: If you connect a DVD player to the DVD input (audio + video) on the receiver and press the DVD button, or press source button repeatedly until DVD is selected, you will be able to have the sound and image transmitted by the DVD. SOURCE FM/AM SOURCE TUNIN Example 2: Based on the example 1, the DVD is playing , if a VCR is connected to the VCR 1 input (audio + video) of the receiver, press the VCR button , or press source button repeatedly until VCR is selected, image and sound from the VCR source will replace the DVD. SOURCE FM/AM SOURCE TU 13 Operating your Receiver You can connect up to 7 audio/video sources to this amplifier: Source button Corresponding connector (receiver front panel) (receiver back panel) DVD SAT VCR V-AUX CD TV TAPE FM/AM DVD IN (audio / video) SAT IN (audio / video) VCR IN/OUT (audio / video) V-AUX IN (audio / video) CD IN (audio only) TV IN (audio only) TAPE IN/OUT (audio only) built-in Using the Remote to Control Additional Components You can set your remote to control other components (like CD, TV, DVD, TAPE, etc.). What you need is to encode them in advance (not necessary for recent RCA & Proscan models). 1. Turn on the component to be programmed. 2. Look up the brand and corresponding code number in the code list from page 23 to 25. 3. Press and hold the corresponding Source Button (like VCR, TV, DVD) on the remote while entering the code from the code list using the Number Buttons. When a source is selected, the source name will be shown on the display. Example: Press DVD to select DVD as the source to the amplifier. NOTE 1. Your receiver has a built in tuner. Just connect the appropriate antenna on the back of the receiver and you will be able to listen to radio stations. (See details in Tuner section) 2. Other sources can be connected to the above standard source. Example: you can connect a LD into the DVD inputs. 3. Refer to the "Connecting To Audio-Visual Components" section for details on connection. 4. Release the component button, then press ON·OFF to see if the component will turn off. 5. If this does not work, repeat steps 3 and 4 by trying to use the next code (if available) listed for the brand of your component until the component responds to the remote command. 14 Operating your Receiver NOTE Once your remote is encoded, you can press ON/OFF on the remote once to turn off the component and then followed by the second time quickly to turn off the receiver (i.e. this unit). If you only want the receiver to be turned off, select FM/ AM while the unit is ON before pressing ON/OFF. Using the receiver to play a source After having properly connected a source (DVD, CD, VCR) to the receiver, you can partly control them through the receiver. EN Playing a DVD with the receiver 1. Connect a DVD player to the receiver (see connecting your receiver for details) NOTE HINT This remote may not operate all models of the brands shown. If batteries are removed from the battery compartment of the remote control, all memory will be lost. You need to re-enter all previously programmed codes again. The buttons on the remote may not work correspondingly with those on other brand components. Experiment with the remote and your components to see which buttons work. If only a few functions operate, check to see if another code set will work with more buttons. To play Dolby Digital or DTS sound, the source must be connected to the receiver via the optical or coaxial terminal 2. Press ON/STANDBY to switch on the receiver 3. Select the DVD source. 4. Switch ON the DVD player and start playback 5. Switch ON your TV 6. Select the appropriate A/V channel on the TV (refer to your TV manual for details) until the image from the DVD player is displayed 7. Set the sound Mode if needed (see "Advanced sound control" for details) Example 1: To play 5.1 Dolby Digital surround sound Press SURR. MODE button until "Dolby Digital" appears on the Display and all of the speaker'' icons light up. Example 2: DVD: You may also need to select the Dolby Digital 5.1 on the DVD disc menu to have the digital surround enabled providing that the disc is encoded with Dolby Digital 5.1 (please refer to the DVD player and DVD disc instruction) Example 3: LD: You may need to select a different Audio Channel on your LD (refer to your LD player manual) 8. Adjust volume knob accordingly 15 Operating your Receiver Operating the Radio The receiver has a built-in tuner that allows for AM/FM radio function. 5- Tune the stations by pressing TUNING UP or DOWN repeatedly until the desired station is found. Alternatively, you can press and hold TUNING UP or DOWN for about one second to activate the automatic SEARCH function. In this mode the receiver will automatically tune frequencies until it finds a station Manual tuning 1. Connect the FM and AM antenna accordingly (see "Connecting the Antenna" on page 5 section for details) 2. Press ON/STANDBY to switch on the receiver. RCE FM/AM RCE TUNING MEMORY ON/STANDBY NOTE 1. If there is interference, modify the location of the antenna until the optimal sound is heard. TV and other electronic devices could be the cause of interferences so try to position the antenna away from them. 2. Weak signal can affect the "auto Search function". Adjust the antenna for better reception for more efficient search. Select sound effect if needed by pressing Preset EQ or DSP sound (see "Advance sound section" for details). MUTE 3. Press SOURCE keys to enter TUNER mode. SOURCE FM/AM SOURCE TUNIN 4- To select band, press the FM/AM button to toggle between AM/FM mode. Selecting Mono or Stereo Sound SOURCE FM/AM SOURCE TUNING MEM Press ST/MONO on the main unit or the DIGITAL button on the remote control to toggle between mono and stereo sound in FM tuner mode (when available). SURR MODE SETUP TEST TONE EQ DIGITAL INPUT DSP MODE ST / MONO V BA 16 Operating your Receiver Storing radio stations: The receiver can store up to 40 radio stations in memory. You can enter every single radio station yourself or the receiver can store all available radio station automatically in an ascending order. 3. Press and hold the MEMORY button on the front panel or MENU on the remote control. "MEMORY" will flash and a preset number will be displayed on the display. EN Automatic preset storing : (FM only) 1. Select the band by pressing FM/AM TUNING MEMORY OK SOURCE FM/AM SOURCE TUNING MEMO 4. Press TUNING UP/DOWN, while MEMORY is still flashing to select the desired preset memory location. 2- Press and hold FM/AM on the main unit for 3 seconds. "MEMORY" will be displayed in red and will blink during the automatic storing process. CE FM/AM CE TUNING MEMORY SOURCE FM/AM SOURCE TUNING MEM 5. Press the MEMORY button on the front panel or the remote control to store frequency in selected preset location. 6. Repeat steps 1-5 to store other frequencies. Radio frequencies will be scanned and radio station stored automatically. When all available radio stations are stored or if all 40 memory locations are full, the auto preset will stop. Retrieving preset stations 1. Press FM/AM to select tuner mode NOTE Weak signal can affect the "Automatic Preset Storing function" efficiency. Adjust the antenna for the best reception for more efficient search. SOURCE FM/AM SOURCE TUNING MEM 2. Press MEMORY/MENU button to enter preset setting mode (MEMORY icon shows on display), Press TUNING UP/DOWN to select preset station. Manual preset 1. Select FM or AM band by pressing FM/AM repeatedly. AM TUNING MEMORY OK SOURCE FM/AM SOURCE TUNING MEM 2. Tune to the radio station to be stored. (see "Manual tuning" on page 16 above for details) 17 Advanced Sound Control Sound Enhancement Systems This receiver is equipped with several built-in sound enhancement systems. Stereo The Stereo mode uses the two main channel outputs from the front speakers. Use this mode if you have connected the front speakers only. Dolby Digital The Dolby Digital mode lets you enjoy full digital surround from software processed in the Dolby Digital format. Dolby Digital provides better sound quality and more powerful presence than conventional Dolby Surround. This unit is equipped with Dolby Digital 5.1-channel so that you can enjoy enhanced full digital surround sound. Being different from Dolby Pro Logic in which only four channels ( Front Left, Front Right, Centre and Rear ) are used, the new system provides stereo separation of the rear speakers (Rear-Right, Rear-Left ). These 5 channels, together with the subwoofer channel for bass sounds (counted as 0.1 channel ), constitute as 5.1-Channel ( or 6 Channels ) Input for Dolby Digital that brings you the most sophisticated sound enjoyment. DSP (Digital Sound Processor) These digital sound effects resemble sounds in a real environment such as (STADIUM / THEATER / CONCERT / CLUB / CHURCH / ARENA). DSP automatically converts analog audio signals to digital ones which enables you to adjust the sound without degrading the sound quality. Different modes will give you different feel of size and type of listening environment. (Not available in Dolby Digital/DTS) Night Mode By using Dynamic Range Compression technology (pressing OK), you can enjoy enhanced Dolby Digital sound quality at night without interrupting your roommates or neighbors. Night Mode will compress the difference in volume between normal voices and sound like explosions, while still enjoying a Dolby Digital enable component (DVD, SAT). Night Mode can be activated by pressing the OK button repeatedly until NORMAL appears on the display. While Normal is still on the display, press the LEFT or RIGHT Adjustment buttons on the remote control,around the OK button, on the remote control until you select the desired mode. There are three modes (NORMAL, SOFT, SOFTER) for you to choose the extents of compression. Digital Theater Systems (DTS) DTS is a digital surround system which delivers six channels of master-quality, 20-bit audio. It offers five full-range channels plus a special low frequency effect (LFE) channel for subwoofer, resulting commonly know 5.1 channels. It can be applied with existing 5.1 speaker configurations. DTS is available in DVD, SAT/CAB, TV and CD mode. (When digital cable is connected) Front Left Speaker Center Speaker Front Right Speaker Subwoofer Listening Zone Rear Left Speaker Rear Right Speaker 18 Advanced Sound Control Fine Setting of the Components The receiver has pre-selected surround mode once you turn on the unit by pressing the Source Buttons (like DVD, SAT, CD) directly. The default surround modes for different components are listed in the table below. If you decide to change the surround mode, you can press the SURR MODE repeatedly to toggle among the different surround mode choices and select the one you want. DTS / DOLBY PROLOGIC/ Stereo DOLBY DIGITAL Source/ Input DVD SAT VCR V-AUX TV CD TAPE TUNER If Digital Input (optical or coaxial) is selected Dolby Digital/DTS Dolby Digital/DTS N/A N/A Dolby Digital/DTS STEREO N/A N/A If Analog Input is selected PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC PRO LOGIC STEREO STEREO STEREO STEREO Input Signal Setting The receiver defaults to the most convenient settings for your easiest use (see table). If your connection is different from the default setting, 1. Select the source 2. Press DIGITAL INPUT button to toggle among optical/ coaxial/ analog to match your connection. Your selection will be stored automatically. The selected source and input source will be displayed on the display as long as they are active, except for some temporary change of display (e.g. adjusting volume). EN Digital Input Select this setting to play digital signals from a DVD, CD, LD player, SAT or TV. SOURCE SAT DVD CD VCR V-AUX FM/AM TAPE TV DEFAULT INPUT (as seen on display) Analog (SAT/ ANL) Analog (DVD/ ANL) Analog (CD/ ANL) Analog (VCR/ ANL) Analog (V-AUX/ ANL) Built-in Tuner Analog (TAPE/ ANL) Analog (TV / ANL) The receiver will keep the last selection in memory. NOTE If linear PCM source (CD), format wil be Dolby Prologic even with Digital Input. NOTE Digital input is only available for DVD, SAT, CD and TV Analog Input Select this setting to play analog signals from a cassette deck, VCR or turntable. SOURCE SAT DVD CD VCR V-AUX TAPE TV AVAILABLE INPUT Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog Analog / / / / / / / Optical Optical Optical -/-/-/Optical / Coaxial / Coaxial / Coaxial /- 19 Advanced Sound Control Fine Setting of the Speakers This receiver supports a wide range of speakers and subwoofers. For optimal surround sound enjoyment, you need to register the speaker selection settings of your audio system. If you buy this receiver with accompanied speaker package, then this step has been done for you. Also, to make the surround sound more effective and suit the acoustic conditions in your listening room, you need to delay the signal from some of the speakers. Such channel delay compensates for center or surround speakers that are closer to listening position than the front speakers. You can make use of the SETUP button to adjust the speakers' relative loudness. 4. Press LEVEL again to save your setting. 5. Repeat step 3 to adjust other speaker volume levels. NOTE To adjust the level of all speakers (center and surround speakers), you must select Pro Logic mode first by pressing the SURROUND key Advanced Setting Factory defaulted Advance setting indication from VFD The receiver has defaulted the following distances: The TEST TONE button You can adjust the relative loudness of the individual speakers by the TEST TONE button. 1. In Surround (Dolby Digital/Pro Logic/DTS) modes, press TEST TONE briefly. A short noise will be heard in the speakers one by one. The speaker having the noise at that moment will be shown in the display. Front Left Center