User manual TECHWOOD DD81

DD81 COMPACT DISC MUSIC SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the Appliance. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. P/N: 3828RCD015A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: > Read all of these Instructions. > Save these Instructions for later use. > Follow all Warnings and Instructions marked on the audio equipment. 1) Read Instructions -- All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2) Retain Instructions -- The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3) Heed Warnings -- All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4) Follow Instructions -- All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5) Cleaning -- Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 6) Attachments -- Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 7) Water and Moisture -- Do not use this product near water _ for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. 8) Accessories -- Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 9) A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. "Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical." ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 10) Ventilation -- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. 11) Power Sources -- This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 12) Grounding or Polarization -- This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. 13) Power-Cord Protection -- Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. 14) Outdoor Antenna Grounding -- If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. 15) Lightning -- For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. 16) Power Lines -- An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 17) Overloading -- Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in risk of fire or electric shock. 18) Object and Liquid Entry -- Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 19) Servicing -- Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 20) Damage Requiring Service -- Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b) if liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c) if the product has been exposed to rain or water. d) if the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. e) if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f ) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service. 21) Replacement Parts -- When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 22) Safety Check -- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. 23) Wall or Ceiling Mounting -- The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 24) Heat -- The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 1 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION.............................................................................3-4 SPEAKER CONNECTION AND SET-UP......................................................5 AM & FM ANTENNA CONNECTIONS............................................................6 TELEVISION CONNECTION..........................................................................6 VCR CONNECTION.........................................................................................7 DVD CONNECTION.........................................................................................8 DIGITAL SATELLITE & CD RECORDER CONNECTION..............................9 SOUND ADJUSTMENT.............................................................................10-11 SURROUND EFFECTS............................................................................12-14 ADJUSTING CENTER AND REAR CHANNELS...........................................14 VIDEO OPERATIONS....................................................................................15 RADIO FUNCTIONS......................................................................................16 CD PLAYBACK.........................................................................................17-18 TAPE PLAYBACK.........................................................................................19 TAPE RECORDING.................................................................................19-20 CLOCK SETTING..........................................................................................21 SLEEP TIMER................................................................................................21 FUNCTION DISPLAY ......................................................................................22 FRONT VIEW CONTROLS.............................................................................23 BACK VIEW INPUTS AND OUTPUTS...........................................................24 REMOTE CONTROL......................................................................................25 WARRANTY INFORMATION..........................................................................26 2 INTRODUCTION Important Read this section before setting up or operating your new music system The Techwood DD81 music system is a "state-of-the-art" digital home theater music system. It is equipped with built-in, Dolby Digital Surround Sound, and is ready for the addition of digital audio/video components such as DVD, DSS (digital satellite) and HDTV (high definition TV). This section describes some of the features and Important things you need to know before proceeding with set-up or operation. The DD81 is equipped with three built-in music sources that can be enjoyed by simply pressing one of the corresponding function buttons on the front panel or remote control after initial set-up has been completed. Tuner CD Tape Plays AM and FM Stereo radio broadcasts Plays music CD's Plays and records cassette tapes You can also connect optional audio/video components to the DD81 and create a true "Home Theater" experience in your home. This allows the audio sound from the video components to play through the DD81 music system. You can connect up to three of the following video components: TV/AUX DVD VCR Television (regular or HDTV), Cable or Satellite Boxes Digital video disc player Video cassette recorder/player To enjoy "Home Theater" surround sound, the Techwood DD81 is equipped with three different types of Dolby Surround Sound plus, two simulated surround modes. The type of surround sound used to create your "Home Theater" experience will depend on the video component being played, the type of audio connection (analog or digital) made to the rear of the DD81 jack panel and the source material being played. To enjoy true Dolby Surround Sound, the source material must be recorded or broadcast in either Dolby Pro Logic or Dolby Digital Surround Sound. Source material recorded or broadcast in stereo, such as radio broadcasts, CD's, cassette tapes or TV programs can be played using the Hall or Theater Simulated surround sound modes. Surround Sound Modes 1) Hall (simulated) 2) Theater (simulated) 3) Dolby 3 Stereo 4) Dolby Pro Logic 5) Dolby Digital (Digital connection and Dolby Digital source required) The first four types of surround sound will operate when using an analog, stereo audio signal from the tuner, CD, cassette, TV, VCR, cable or satellite box. The fifth type, Dolby Digital, will only operate when a digital component such as a DVD player, Digital Cable Box, Digital Satellite (DSS) or HDTV is connected to one of the three digital audio inputs on the rear of the DD81 and when a program or disc encoded in Dolby Digital Surround Sound is played. IMPORTANT: Dolby Digital Surround Sound will not operate with an analog audio signal from the tuner, CD, cassette, standard TV, VCR or cable box. Since the DD81 is ready for the addition of digital audio/video components such as a DVD player, High Definition TV (HDTV) or Digital Cable or Satellite Box, there are digital audio input jacks on the rear of the unit. Digital audio inputs are included for the AUX/TV and DVD functions. This allows you to connect up to two digital audio/video components ­ one to the AUX/TV function and another to the DVD function. OPTICAL AUDIO COAXIAL AUDIO 3 INTRODUCTION There is also a Digital Input selector on the front panel and remote control. If you are connecting any audio/video components to the AUX/TV or DVD inputs, during the initial set-up and before operating the unit, you must select the type of audio input signal used for each component. DIGITAL INPUT SURROUND MODE MODE/RIF REC/PAUSE STEREO DIRECT BASS TREBLE BALANCE Use the Digital Input selector on the front panel or on the remote control to select between analog and digital inputs. This must be done when using the AUX/TV and/or DVD functions on the DD81. Once the input signal is set for each of these functions, the DD81 will remember the input type for all future uses. Specific instructions for connecting digital audio/video components to the DD81 are included below. It is recommended you read these instructions before starting set-up. Digital audio input jacks for connecting digital audio/video components There are three digital input jacks and one digital output jack on the rear of the DD81. To enjoy the built-in Dolby Digital Surround Sound feature, you must use a digital connection when connecting a digital audio/video component such as a DVD player or digital cable box. To connect a DVD player, use a single coaxial cable with RCA type jacks on both ends (available at your local electronics store). Connect one end to the Digital Coaxial audio output on the DVD player and the other end to the Digital Coaxial audio input on the rear of the DD81 (see page 8 for connection diagram). To connect a digital TV (HDTV), cable or satellite box, use a coaxial or optical audio cable (available at your local electronics store). Connect one end to the Digital audio output on the TV/cable/satellite box and the other end to the Digital audio input marked TV/AUX on the rear of the DD81. (Note, some digital cable and satellite boxes do not have digital audio outputs. In this case, you should connect the box to the DD81 using a standard analog audio cable with dual RCA type jacks on each end. Connect one end to the two analog audio output jacks on the rear of the box and the other end to the TV/AUX analog audio input jacks on the rear of the DD81(see pg. 9 for connection diagram). Digital Input Selector If you connect any audio/video component to the AUX/TV or DVD audio inputs on the rear of the DD81 (ie: TV, DVD, cable/satellite box), you must select the type of audio signal used for each component connected. This must be done during initial set-up and before operating the DD81. Using the Digital Input selector on the front panel or remote control, select the appropriate input type used as follows: Function Select AUX/TV DVD Audio Input Signal Used Analog ­ Optical ­ Coaxial Analog - Coaxial After this first-time setting, the DD81 will memorize the type of audio input selected for all future uses. Important: If you connect audio/video components to the AUX/TV or DVD functions of the DD81 and after initial set-up you cannot hear audio sound, check which type of audio input has been selected. If the audio input selected does not match the type of audio input actually used, you will not hear any sound. Press the Digital Input Selector button one time to see which input has been selected. With the input still illuminated in the display, press again to change the input. If you have any questions about operating the DD81 home theater music system, call the Techwood product support center at 888-440-3465, Monday to Friday, 8AM ­ 4PM CST. 4 SPEAKER CONNECTIONS AND SET-UP Speaker connection Connect all speakers as illustrated below. IMPORTANT NOTE: Use speakers that are rated 8 ohms or higher and make sure that the speaker polarity is correct (Red wires to Red terminals Black wires to Black terminals). Speaker Set-up IMPORTANT NOTE: Before operating the system you must first set the speaker configuration by using the following procedures. 1. Press the SPEAKER SETUP button to enter the speaker setup mode. "SUBW YES(or NO)" appears on the display. Note: If a powered subwoofer is used select "SUBW YES". If no powered subwoofer is used select "SUBW NO". 2. Use the PRESET DOWN/UP button or MULTI JOG to select "SUBW YES" or "SUBW NO". Press the CLEAR/SET button to confirm it (or use the ADJUST +/- buttons and SET button on the remote Control). 3. Continue the speaker set-up procedure for center, front and rear speakers as described below. · CENTER SPEAKER Mode - LARGE : Use this mode with a large center speaker. The center channel's output is full range. - SMALL : Use this mode with a small center speaker. - NONE : Use this mode if there is no center speaker. The center channel signal will be divided between the front L and R Speakers. · FRONT SPEAKER Mode - LARGE : Choose if full range floor standing or bookshelf front speakers are used. - SMALL : Choose if small satellite front speakers are used. When using small speakers, it is recommended that a powered Subwoofer be added to play low frequencies. · REAR(SURR) SPEAKER Mode - SMALL : Use this mode with a small rear (surround) speaker. - NONE : Use this mode if there is no rear (surround) speaker. The rear channel signal will be divided between the front L and R speakers. Front Speaker (Left) Front Speaker (Right) L E F T R I G H T L L R R SPEAKER Rear Speaker (Left) Rear Speaker (Right) Center Speaker Speaker Positioning The installation position of speakers differ according to the size and acoustics of the listening room. While actually listening to a program source, try various speaker positions to determine which layout provides the best surround effect. 1 3 2 4 6 5 1. Front Left Speaker 2. Front Right Speaker 3. Center Speaker 4. Rear Left Speaker (Not magnetically shielded) 5. Rear Right Speaker (Not magnetically shielded) 6. Viewing/Listening position. The optimum listening position should be in the middle of all of the speakers. Connection of Optional Subwoofer An RCA type jack marked "SUBWOOFER PRE OUTPUT" is provided on the back of the unit for connecting an optional powered Subwoofer. · Subwoofer pre out signals are not amplified. · If a speaker is connected directly to the PRE OUTPUT jack without a built in amplifier, no sound comes from the speaker. · Subwoofer speakers are optional and are not required. 5 AM & FM ANTENNA CONNECTIONS FM Antenna Connect the supplied FM dipole antenna (shaped like a "T") to the ANTENNA terminals marked "FM" and "GND" on the rear of the unit and position it for best reception. AM loop Antenna FM indoor dipole antenna Position it for the best reception FM GND AM AM Antenna To receive AM radio broadcasts, you must connect the supplied AM loop antenna to the terminals marked "AM" on the rear of the unit. Position it for best reception. TV CONNECTIONS (ANALOG) ANTENNA OR CABLE BOX TELEVISION ANT IN AUDIO OUT HOW TO PLAY THE TELEVISION SOUND THROUGH THE STEREO SYSTEM NOTE: The following instructions only apply if your television has variable audio outputs or has been set to operate in variable output mode. If your TV has fixed audio outputs, the volume is controlled by the DD81. After making connections as shown above follow these instructions to obtain the best performance. 1. Set the volume control on the stereo at about 15 (1/2 of maximum volume). 2. Set the SURROUND MODE to the desired pattern-ANALOG STEREO(STEREO DIRECT), HALL, THEATER, PRO LOGIC or 3 STEREO. 3. Turn the television on by depressing the power Button. 4. Press AUX(TV)/VCR/DVD button repeatedly until the "AUX/TV" appears on the display. 5. Select the channel desired and adjust the listening level using the volume control on the Television. Do not adjust the listening level with the controls on the stereo. lf your television is equipped with a hand held remote control, you can use the remote control to operate the television including adjustment of volume. 6. When you have finished watching TV, be certain to turn off both the television and stereo. Remember to read the television operating manual so you can enjoy all of the features of your television. lf you have followed these instructions and the system is not operating properly, contact the dealer where you obtained the system before calling a warranty center. Important: Most malfunctions are the result of improper installation or operating procedure and are not covered under the stereo or television warranties. 6 VCR & TV CONNECTIONS (ANALOG) TELEVISION (yellow) VIDEO IN ANT IN AUDIO OUT ANTENNA OR CABLE BOX VCR ANT IN (yellow) (yellow) VIDEO VIDEO IN OUT TV OUT AUDIO AUDIO IN OUT NOTE: All VIDEO IN/OUT jacks are yellow in color. MONITOR RECORD OUT OUT VCR IN AUX/TV IN DVD IN OUT IN NOTE: When connecting more than one video component to the DD81 (ie: VCR and DVD player) it is easier to use the yellow VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack. This allows all video signals (VCR and DVD) to be sent through the DD81 to the TV using just one RCA video input on the TV. 7 DVD & TV CONNECTIONS (DIGITAL) NOTE: Solid lines Dotted lines = suggested method of connection = alternate method of connection TELEVISION or or (yellow) VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN NOTE: If your TV and DVD changer have s-video or component video jacks, you can connect the video directly to your TV. DVD CHANGER S-VIDEO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (yellow) COMPOSITE VIDEO OUT ANALOG AUDIO OUT (orange) COAXIAL AUDIO OUT NOTE: All VIDEO IN/OUT jacks are yellow in color. MONITOR RECORD OUT OUT VCR IN AUX/TV IN DVD IN OUT IN OPTICAL AUDIO COAXIAL AUDIO NOTE: When connecting more than one video component to the DD81 (ie: VCR and DVD player) it is easier to use the yellow VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack. This allows all video signals (VCR and DVD) to be sent through the DD81 to the TV using just one RCA video input on the TV. NOTE: All DIGITAL COAXIAL AUDIO IN jacks are orange in color. 8 DIGITAL SATELLITE, TV & CD RECORDER CONNECTIONS NOTE: Solid lines Dotted lines = suggested method of connection = alternate method of connection TELEVISION or or (yellow) VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN S-VIDEO IN NOTE: If your TV and satellite box have s-video or component video jacks, you can connect the video directly to your TV. DIGITAL SATELLITE OR CABLE BOX (yellow) COMPOSITE VIDEO OUT (orange) DIGITAL COAXIAL OPTICAL AUDIO or AUDIO OUT OUT S-VIDEO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT NOTE: All VIDEO IN/OUT jacks are yellow in color. MONITOR RECORD OUT OUT VCR IN AUX/TV IN DVD IN OUT IN OPTICAL AUDIO COAXIAL AUDIO NOTE: When connecting more than one video component to the DD81 (ie: VCR and DVD player) it is easier to use the yellow VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack. This allows all video signals (VCR and DVD) to be sent through the DD81 to the TV using just one RCA video input on the TV. NOTE: All DIGITAL COAXIAL AUDIO IN jacks are orange in color. CD RECORDER AUDIO IN NOTE: You may record audio to a CD by connecting an optical audio cable from the CD out on the DD81 to an optical audio in of a CD recorder. 9 SOUND ADJUSTMENT VOLUME DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3 DISC SKIP OPEN/CLOSE Volume Adjustment Turn VOLUME CONTROL clockwise to increase the sound level or counterclockwise to decrease it. (or press VOLUME button on the remote control.) POWER VOLUME CONTROL POWER SAVING UP ON/STANDBY SPEAKER SETUP DEMO LEVEL SELECT DOWN TUNER/BAND CD TAPE A/B AUX(TV)/VCR/DVD CLOCK TEST TONE TIMER TUNING DOWN TUNING UP COUNTER RESET BASS HEADPHONE JACK TREBLE BALANCE DIGITAL INPUT SURROUND MODE MODE/RIF REC/PAUSE CD PAUSE CD SYNC. HIGH-DUBBING-NORMAL PHONES BASS TREBLE BALANCE PRESET DOWN PRESET UP PROGRAM/ MEMO . CLEAR/SET REPEAT RANDOM Bass Adjustment This function will raise or lower the level of bass heard on the front left and right speakers. Press the BASS button and adjust the bass level by using the PRESET UP/DOWN buttons or MULTI JOG and confirm it by pressing the CLEAR / SET( ) button. Treble Adjustment This function will raise or lower the level of treble heard on the front left and right speakers. Press the TREBLE button and adjust the treble level by using the PRESET UP/DOWN buttons or MULTI JOG and confirm it by pressing the CLEAR/SET( ) button. Balance Adjustment The BALANCE button balances the volume level of front left and right speakers. Press, the BALANCE button and adjust the volume of the front left or right speaker with the PRESET DOWN/UP buttons or MULTI JOG. Balance adjustments are from "BAL R 01" to "BAL R 10" and "BAL L 01" to "BAL L 10". If the number of the L increases, the front left speaker's volume increases and the front right speaker's volume decreases. If the number of the R increases, the front right speaker's volume increases and the front left speaker' s volume decreases. To confirm the balance adjustment press the CLEAR/SET( )button. NOTE: The balance function will not work when the "stereo direct" button is on. Headphone Listening Connect a stereo headphone(not supplied) plug into the headphone jack. The speakers are automatically disconnected when using headphones. Volume Mute Press the Mute button on the remote control to mute your unit. The indicator appears on the display. Press again to resume playback. O OPEN OPEN TAPE A TAPE B PLAY REC/PLAY PLAYBACK SYNCHRO DUBBING Adjust the BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE 10 SOUND ADJUSTMENT DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3 DISC SKIP OPEN/CLOSE POWER VOLUME CONTROL POWER SAVING UP MODE/RIF(Radio Interference Filter) If the FM signal is too weak to receive stereo FM without interference, set the FM mode to mono. If the AM signal is too weak to receive without interference, you can press the R.I.F. button to reduce the static that is heard. SURROUND MODE Button Use the Surround mode button to select the type of sound desired ­ surround or stereo.Each time you press the surround mode button, the type of surround sound will change. When playing stereo analog audio sources such as the tuner, tape, CD, television or VCR you may select from: PRO-LOGIC 3 STEREO ANALOG HALL THEATER STEREO ON/STANDBY SPEAKER SETUP DEMO LEVEL SELECT DOWN TUNER/BAND CD TAPE A/B AUX(TV)/VCR/DVD CLOCK TEST TONE TUNING DOWN TUNING UP COUNTER RESET STEREO DIRECT DIGITAL INPUT SURROUND MODE MODE/RIF REC/PAUSE CD PAUSE CD SYNC. HIGH-DUBBING-NORMAL O O PROGRAM/ MEMO . PRESET DOWN CLEAR/SET PRESET UP PHONES BASS TREBLE BALANCE REPEAT RANDOM STEREO DIRECT button OPEN OPEN TAPE A PLAYBACK PLAY REC/PLAY TAPE B SYNCHRO DUBBING SURROUND MODE button R.I.F. button The PRO-LOGIC and 3 STEREO surround modes, require an audio source that is recorded or broadcast in Dolby Surround Sound . Most videos and many television programs are recorded in Dolby Surround. Standard stereo recordings and broadcasts should be played in ANALOG STEREO, THEATER or HALL modes. Note: you can play standard stereo audio signals from the tuner, tape, CD, VCR or TV in PRO-LOGIC or 3 STEREO mode. However, the rear channel output levels may sound low and fade in and out. Also, mono (non-stereo) audio sources, like AM radio stations, will not play in surround sound. Surround sound requires a stereo audio source. When operating the DD81 in DIGITAL mode with an optional DVD player or Digital cable / satellite box connected and when the audio program source is in Dolby Digital Surround Sound , you may select DIGITAL surround sound using the surround mode button. This surround option is only available when a DVD player, HDTV or Digital cable / satellite box is connected to the DVD or AUX/TV digital audio input jacks on the rear of the DD81 and the audio source being played is recorded or broadcast in Dolby Digital Surround Sound. STEREO DIRECT MODE Selecting the STEREO DIRECT button will bypass the current surround mode setting allowing you to listen in 2 channel stereo. Turning the STEREO DIRECT button off will return the unit to the current surround mode setting. SURROUND OFF (STEREO) Position Press SURROUND MODE button repeatedly to switch from surround mode to stereo mode, until "ANALOG STEREO " appears in the display. When operating the unit in Dolby Digital mode, this button operates as down mix (2 channel) function and the "DOWN MIX" indicator will light up. DIGITAL INPUT (SELECT) Button (Refer to important note to the left) Press this button to select the type of input signal for the AUX/TV and DVD functions. · When the DVD function is selected. ANALOG · When Aux/TV selected. ANALOG DIGITAL (optical) DIGITAL (coaxial) DIGITAL INPUT button SURROUND MODE button SURROUND DIGITAL SURROUND MODE INPUT STEREO DIRECT TEST TONE IMPORTANT NOTE: The first time you operate the unit with an optional DVD player or television connected to the DD81, you must select and set the type of audio input used, digital or analog, for each device using the DIGITAL INPUT button. After this first-time setting,the unit will remember the input and you will not have to select the input source again. Three digital audio inputs are included on the unit labeled DVD IN COAXIAL, AUX/TV IN COAXIAL AND AUX/TV IN OPTICAL. To obtain the best sound, connect a DVD player to the DVD coaxial digital input with a coaxial cable. DIGITAL (coaxial) 11 SURROUND EFFECTS SURROUND SOUND EFFECTS The DD81 can play five different types of surround sound depending on the program source and the type of audio connection. The following section describes the different types of surround sound. DOLBY PRO LOGIC Surround Dolby Pro Logic is a surround format that uses an analog audio signal. It is the audio format used for most video cassette tapes and many television broadcasts over-the-air and through cable and satellite boxes. Although not normally used for radio broadcasts and music on CD's and cassette tapes, the Dolby Pro Logic surround sound function can be used for these sources when they are broadcast or recorded in stereo. Dolby Pro Logic requires a stereo audio signal to operate ­ it does not work with mono audio signals. Dolby Pro Logic offers 5 channels of sound: 1) Front left channel 2) Front right channel 3) Center channel 4) Rear channel (2 speakers) The DD81 Dolby Pro Logic surround sound function operates when: An optional stereo television, Hi-Fi VCR or DVD player is connected to the audio inputs on the rear of the DD81. The program source (tape, disc or broadcast) is recorded in Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound . And, the digital input selector is properly set according to the connection made between the component and the DD81. DOLBY DIGITAL Surround Dolby Digital is a surround sound format that uses a digital audio signal. It is the audio format used for most Digital Video Discs (DVD) and for digital high definition television broadcasts over-the-air and through digital cable and satellite boxes. Federal law requires all television broadcasts to be made in high definition format by 2006. Therefore, Dolby Digital will become the dominant surround sound format in the future. This DD81 music system is ready when you are for adding digital TV and other digital audio/video components. Dolby Digital recordings and broadcasts have 6 channels of sound for the most authentic theater experience. These six channels are sometimes referred to as 5.1 channels ­ five full-range and one low frequency effects (LFE) channel. The LFE channel has special low frequencies that can be played back through an optional powered subwoofer. This creates frequencies so low, you can "feel" them. The digital signals used in Dolby Digital provide the most accurate sound reproduction available. 1) Front left channel 2) Front right channel 3) Center channel 4) Left rear surround channel 5) Right rear surround channel 6) Low frequency channel The DD81 built-in, Dolby Digital surround sound processor will only operate when: An optional digital audio/video component such as a DVD player, HDTV, digital cable or digital satellite box is connected to the DD81. The optional component is connected to the DVD or AUX/TV digital inputs on the rear of the DD81. The program source (disc or broadcast) is recorded in Dolby Digital Surround Sound . And, the digital input selector is properly set according to the type of audio connection made between the component and the DD81. (Continued on next page) 12 SURROUND EFFECTS HALL AND THEATER Surround The Hall and Theater surround sound functions use standard analog audio signals to create a simulated surround effect like found in a concert hall or movie theater. Since some music, video and television sources are recorded in stereo not Dolby Surround Sound, they will not play properly using the Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic surround functions. However, when listening to FM radio stations, cassette tapes, CD's or television broadcasts, you can select the Hall or Theater functions to create a surround sound effect. Note: the broadcast or recording must be in stereo to use these surround functions ­ mono audio sources cannot be used. The Hall surround function simulates the feeling of a concert hall. The normal left and right stereo channel information is directed to the main speakers. A reverberated surround sound is created and directed to the center and rear speakers. The Theater surround function provides a three dimensional experience like a movie theater. It simulates an effect similar to Dolby Pro Logic when playing source material that is recorded or broadcast in stereo but not in Dolby Surround. 3 STEREO Surround Dolby 3 Stereo surround sound uses analog or digital audio signals to playback through three speakers. You do not require rear speakers. 1) Front left channel 2) Front right channel 3) Center channel This allows you to enjoy a home theater surround sound experience without connecting rear channel speakers. 3 Stereo can be used with both Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic audio sources. 13 SURROUND EFFECTS Delay Time Setting In the surround modes, the sound is delayed from the front to the rear speakers. The optimum delay time will depend on acoustic properties of the room and the distance of the listening area from the speakers. It is recommended that you try different delay times to obtain the best effect. The delay is digitally synthesized, for the highest sound quality with minimum noise and distortion. The delay time can be set independently for each Surround mode with the current setting shown on the display. Delay Time Press the SPEAKER SET-UP button to set the delay time in the DOLBY DIGITAL/DOLBY PRO LOGIC modes. Adjust the delay time for the center or rear speakers by using the: 1. MULTIJOG/PRESET DOWN/UP on the system or by using the ADJUST +/- buttons on the remote. 2. Then confirm it by pressing the CLEAR/SET button on the system or by pressing the SET button on the remote control. Surround Mode DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY PRO LOGIC Adjustable Range 0 ~ 15 ms in 1ms step (S-Delay) 0 ~ 5 ms in 1ms step (C-Delay) 15 ~ 30 ms in 1ms step (S-Delay) ADJUSTING CENTER AND REAR CHANNELS TEST TONE adjustment When your system is in the Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby 3 stereo, Dolby Digital, HALL or THEATER surround sound mode the TEST TONE can be used to adjust the volume levels for the center and rear channels. According to the position of the SURROUND MODE, the test noise will be heard from each speaker for about 3 seconds in the following cycle. A test noise will travel ... Front Left speaker ... Center speaker ... Front Right speaker ... Rear Right (Surround) speaker ... Rear Left (Surround) speaker ...Sub Woofer ... and continue to repeat until the Test Tone button is pressed again. As the test noise is being heard you may adjust the speaker volume of the center, rear (surround) and subwoofer speakers to the level most suited to your listening area or preference. NOTE: Front left and right speaker levels are adjusted by using the master volume control and balance control. You can adjust the individual levels of the center, rear left, rear right and subwoofer by using the following procedure . While the appropriate speaker's test noise is emitted, adjust the volume level by using the: 1. MULTIJOG/PRESET DOWN/UP on the system or by usingthe ADJUST +/- buttons on the remote. 2. Then confirm it by pressing the CLEAR/SET button on the system or by pressing the SET button on the remote control. NOTE: This unit is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories."Dolby", "Pro Logic", and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 14 VIDEO OPERATIONS Playing Video Sources Note : For playing video software using a certain Surround Effect function, refer to the SURROUND EFFECTS section. Video Signals Audio Signals DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3 DISC SKIP OPEN/CLOSE Recording with a Video Deck Tape Dubbing (from VCR, AUX/TVto VIDEO REC OUT) Video Signals Audio Signals DISC 1 DISC 2 DISC 3 DISC SKIP OPEN/CLOSE POWER VOLUME CONTROL POWER SAVING UP ON/STANDBY POWER VOLUME CONTROL POWER SAVING UP DEMO SPEAKER SETUP ON/STANDBY LEVEL SELECT DOWN SPEAKER SETUP TUNER/BAND CD TAPE A/B AUX(TV)/VCR/DVD DEMO LEVEL SELECT DOWN CLOCK TEST TONE TIMER TUNING DOWN TUNING UP COUNTER RESET TUNER/BAND CD TAPE A/B AUX(TV)/VCR/DVD DIGITAL INPUT SURROUND MODE MODE/RIF REC/PAUSE CD PAUSE CD SYNC. HIGH-DUBBING-NORMAL MU LT IJ OG CLOCK TEST TONE TIMER TUNING DOWN TUNING UP COUNTER RESET PHONES BASS TREBLE BALANCE PRESET DOWN DIGITAL INPUT SURROUND MODE MODE/RIF REC/PAUSE CD PAUSE CD SYNC. HIGH-DUBBING-NORMAL CLEAR/SET PHONES BASS TREBLE BALANCE PRESET DOWN PROGRAM/ MEMO . REPEAT RANDOM OPEN OPEN CLEAR/SET PRESET UP OPEN OPEN TAPE A PLAYBACK PLAY TAPE A PLAYBACK PLAY REC/PLAY TAPE B SYNCHRO DUBBING TIMER REC VCR AM AUX/TV VCR DVD VCR Recording VCR AUX/TV 1. Select the AUX/TV, VCR or DVD mode by pressing the AUX(TV)/VCR/DVD. FUNCTION select button repeatedly. 2. Play the component corresponding to the FUNCTION selected. 3. The picture from the video source can be seen on the TV and sound from the video source will be heard from the speakers if the video device has been connected to the stereo system. If video devices have been connected directly to the television, additional steps may be required. Playback 1.Press the AUX(TV)/VCR/DVD button repeatedly to select the VIDEO source to be recorded. 2.Play back the source (AUX/TV or VCR). 3.Operate VCR for recording. Video/audio signals from the selected VIDEO component (VCR or AUX/TV) can be dubbed to VCR. Note : When tape dubbing is performed, be sure to connect the LINE OUT (analog audio output). Note: DVD's are specially encoded by the manufacturer to prevent recorded duplication. 15 ROL ONT CO AL DI REC/PLAY PROGRAM/ MEMO . REPEAT RANDOM MU LT IJ OG PRESET UP NTROL CO AL DI TAPE B SYNCHRO DUBBING RADIO FUNCTIONS Tuning Automatically 1. Turn on the power. 2. Press TUNER/BAND button repeatedly until the desired band appears (AM or FM). 3. Press TUNING DOWN/UP( or ) button for more than 0.5 seconds. The unit tunes in a station automatically. 2. To memorize stations A. Press the TUNER/BAND button to select (AM or FM). B. Press the TUNING DOWN/UP( button to select a desired station. or ) C. Press the PROGRAM/MEMO. button. MEMORY appears and preset number blinks. D. Press the PROGRAM/MEMO. button again while preset number is flashing. E. Repeat step A to D to memorize up to 30 stations. 3. To replace or add a memorized station A. Select a desired station. B. Press the PROGRAM/MEMO. button. While the preset number is flashing select a desired channel number by using the PRESET DOWN/UP button or MULTI JOG . C. Press the PROGRAM/MEMO. button again before channel number stops flashing. 4. To recall presets Press and hold the PRESET DOWN/UP button until the desired preset number appears or press it repeatedly. Tuning Manually 1. Turn on the power. 2. Press TUNER/BAND button repeatedly until the desired band appears (AM or FM). 3. Press TUNING DOWN/UP( or ) button briefly and repeatedly, until the desired station appears. Storing Stations 1. To clear any previously stored stations in memory A. Press the PROGRAM/MEMO. button more than 1.5 seconds in TUNER mode so that CLEAR is flashing in the display. B. Press the CLEAR/SET( ) button again while CLEAR is flashing in the display. 16 CD PLAYBACK To play one disc only Press one of the DISC DIRECT PLAY(DISC 1,2,3) buttons to start play. To remove discs Press the CD OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc drawer. You can remove two discs. To remove the disc on the back tray, press the DISC SKIP button to rotate the disc tray. 1 2 Changing Discs During Play Number 1 disc Number 2 disc Basic Operation 1. Press the CD FUNCTION button. 2. Press the CD OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc drawer. 3. Load disc (s) with the label side up. Playing one or two discs Place discs on trays 1 and 2. Playing three discs After placing two discs, press the DISC SKIP button to rotate the trays. Place the next disc on tray 3. NOTICE To load an 8cm(3 in.) disc, put it onto the inner circle of the tray. 4. Press the CD OPEN/CLOSE button to close the Disc drawer. 5. Press the CD PLAY( or on remote control) button to start play. Play begins with the disc on left side tray when the disc drawer is closed . All the discs are played once only. Two discs can be changed while the other remaining disc is played. This operation is not applicable during programmed play. 1. Press the CD OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc drawer. 2. Remove the discs and place other discs. The disc placed on the left side tray will be played next. 3. Press the CD OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc drawer. NOTES Do not tilt the unit with discs loaded. This may dislodge the discs. Usage under these conditions may damage the discs. Do not place more than one compact disc on one disc tray at the same time. If, during CD play, the video image of a nearby television is distorted, or if static is heard from a nearby radio, move this unit further away from the affected television or radio. During playback A tray which has no disc is skipped and play proceeds to the next tray. The indicator of the skipped tray number goes out in the display. To stop play Press the STOP ( CLEAR/SET) button. To pause Press the CD PAUSE ( or ) button. To resume play, press it again. To skip discs During play or in the stop mode, press the DISC SKIP button. During play Play begins automatically after skipping. In the stop mode The changer skips to the next disc, but the player remains stopped. Press the CD PLAY ( ) or ( ) button to play the next disc. Play begins and all the discs are played once. Searching for a Particular Point in a Track You can locate a particular point in a track during play by listening to the sound playing at high-speed or by observing the CD counter in the display. To search back: Press the button and release it at the desired point. To search forward: Press the button and release it at the desired point. 17 CD PLAYBACK Skipping to the Beginning of a Track You can locate the beginning of any track on a disc. To return to the beginning of the current or previous track. Press the button once to return to the beginning of the current track. Press the button repeatedly to skip tracks backward one by one. To skip tracks Press the button repeatedly to skip track(s) forward one by one. During repeat one track play (REPEAT 1), if you press the RANDOM button, the repeat play is cancelled. During the programmed play; you can play one track(REPEAT 1) or all discs (REPEAT ALL DISC) During the repeat play of an entire disc; if you press the programmed play button it will repeat all of the discs in the CD drawer . Programmed Play The player has a memory function that allows play of up to 20 tracks from three discs in any order. 1. Press the PROGRAM button in the stop mode. 2. Press DISC SKIP button to select a disc. 3. Press the or button to select the tracks. To select the 6th track, press the or button repeatedly until track number "6" is displayed in the display. 4. Press the PROGRAM button. 5. Repeat steps 2 to 4. 6. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to start play. To check the programmed contents Each time the PROGRAM button is pressed in the stop mode, a disc number, a track number and a program number will be displayed. To clear the programmed contents Press the PROGRAM button during stop and then press the CLEAR/SET button or, Turn off the power or, Press the CD OPEN/CLOSE button. To add tracks to the program 1. Press the PROGRAM button repeatedly until 00 is displayed. 2. Select the desired track on the disc with DISC SKIP button or . 3. Press the PROGRAM button. To change the programmed tracks 1. Press the PROGRAM button to display the program number of the track to be changed. 2. Select the desired track on the disc with DISC SKIP button or . 3. Press the PROGRAM button. NOTICE The DISC SKIP button does not operate during programmed play. Random play cannot be done during programmed Play. Random Play All the tracks on all discs in the drawer can be played randomly. To play all tracks on all discs randomly Press the RANDOM button to display RANDOM. To cancel random play Press the RANDOM button so that RANDOM in the display goes out. To skip tracks in the random play mode When the button is pressed, the next track is selected at random. The button functions only to return to the beginning of the current track during random play. Repeat Play To play one track repeatedly Press the REPEAT button to display "REPEAT 1" and press the PLAY/PAUSE button to start play. To play one disc repeatedly Press the REPEAT button until "REPEAT 1 DISC" appears in the display and press PLAY/PAUSE button to start play. To play all tracks on all discs repeatedly Press the REPEAT button until "REPEAT ALL DISC" appears in the display and press the PLAY/PAUSE button to start play. To repeat a programmed sequence Program the desired tracks, and press the REPEAT button to display "REPEAT 1" or "REPEAT ALL DISC". To cancel repeat play Press the REPEAT button so that "REPEAT" in the display goes out. NOTE: During random play, you can play repeatedly an entire disc (REPEAT 1 DISC) or all discs (REPEAT ALL DISC). 18 TAPE PLAYBACK Playback Preparation 1. To set the cassette function: Switch the unit on and press the TAPE A/B button (If necessary press the button again to select the other deck). 2. To insert cassettes: Open cassette deck A or B or both by pushing the deck OPEN position. Insert one or two cassettes with the tape side to the bottom and the cassette side that you wish to hear facing the front in cassette deck A or B. 3. Playback: Start playback with PLAY button 4. Fast forward or rewind : Press button on the unit or on the remote control for fast forward and to rewind. . 5. To end playback : Press the (CLEAR/SET) button. The unit stops automatically at the end of the tape. Tape Counter Reset Press the COUNTER RESET button while the tape is playing or stopped. During play or fast forward, the tape counter increases and during rewind, the tape counter Decreases. TAPE RECORDING Recording from a CD, Radio or from Connected Equipment Preparation Rewind the tape to the point you want the recording to start. You can record to cassette deck B only. 1. To select the function you want to record : Switch the unit on and select CD, TUNER, AUX(TV)/VCR/DVD etc. 2. To insert the cassette : Open the cassette deck B. Insert a blank cassette into the cassette compartment. 3. Recording mode : Press the REC/PAUSE button. The REC indicator will flash on the display. 4. To start recording : Press the REC/PAUSE button or PLAY button. 5. To interrupt recording : To interrupt the recording for a short period, press the REC/PAUSE button again. To continue with the recording, press the REC/PAUSE button one more time. 6. To end the recording : Press the CLEAR / SET button. The unit stops automatically at the end of the tape. NOTE : It is recommended to use 30 or 60 minute tapes, do NOT use 90 or 120 minute tapes. 19