User manual TECHWOOD DDR95

DDR 95 AV Digital Surround Receiver FUNCTION ION VOLUME E DIGITAL STANDBY MUTING G COAXI AL OPTIC AL COAXIAL OPTICAL 1 2 3 BAND FM MODE DE MODE MEMORY SLEEP MUTING G TAPE 2 MONITOR OR BASS BOOST OFF ON POWER R STANDBY/ON /ON BASS PHONE S PHONES SPEAKERS ERS TREBLE LE BALANCE NCE VIDEO L AUDIO R TEST TONE SPEAK ER SPEAKER CONFIG G LEVEL SELEC T SELECT ADJUST DELAY TIME CENTER R REAR A B L R 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. 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 them building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. Example of Antenna Grounding as per National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 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 calbe 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 a 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. -2- CONTENTS PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 CONNECTIONS Audio Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Video Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Connecting Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Connecting Speaker Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ~ 11 AUDIO OPERATIONS Sleep Timer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Audio Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Listening to Records and Compact Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Playing MD/TAPE 1 Deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Playing TAPE 2 Deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Recording a Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Dubbing from TAPE 2 to MD/TAPE 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 VIDEO OPERATIONS Playing Video Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Recording with a Video Deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 SURROUND EFFECTS Surround Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Speaker Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Speaker Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 DELAY Time/Effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Playing Surround Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 BACK-UP SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Back-up Memory Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 When to Use RESET Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 OSD (ON SCREEN DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Using the Remote Control Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Battery Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 -3- PRECAUTIONS Read This Before Operating Choose the installation location of your unit carefully. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also avoid locations subject to vibrations and excessive dust, heat, cold or moisture. The ventilation holes should not be covered. Make sure there is at least 10 cm (4 inches) of space above and at least 10 cm (4 inches) of space beside the amplifier/receiver. Do not place a CD player or other equipment on top of the amplifier/receiver. Do not open the cabinet as this might result in damage to the circuitry or electrical shock. If a foreign object should get into the set, contact your dealer. When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull directly on the plug, never yank the cord. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents as this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth. Keep this manual in a safe place for future refernce. TO THE USER This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a A/V receiver, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference in a residential area. This device generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause interference to radio or TV reception. If this unit does cause interference with TV or radio reception you can try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures : a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. b) Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. c) Plug the equipment into a different outlet so that it is not on the same circuit as the receiver. If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for additional suggestions. CAUTION Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by WELTON U.S.A. for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. The equipment draws nominal non-operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER switch in the STANDBY position. For CANADA AC POWER CORD CONNECTION CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. Pour le CANADA CORDON DE CONNEXION CA ATTENTION : POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND. CAUTION Regarding Placement To maintain proper ventilation, be sure to leave a space around the unit (from the largest outer dimensions including projections) equal to, or greated than, shown below : Left and right Panels : 10cm Rear Panel : 10cm Top Panel : 10cm -4- CONNECTIONS CAUTION : Do not plug the power cord of any component into AC outlets and do not turn their POWER switches on until all connections have been performed. The cable connectors should be fully inserted into the jacks. Loose connections may cause hum and noise. Read the instructions for each component you intend to use with the receiver. Audio connection cords Refer to "Connecting Antennas" on pages 8~9. Turntable MD Deck or Tape Deck To make these connections, use interconnect cords with RCA plugs. Make sure that you connect the white pinplug to the white jacks (left) and the red pin-plug to the red jacks (right). CD Player Tape Deck LINE OUT LINE IN LINE OUT LINE OUT LINE IN To WALL outlet Right Left Rear Speaker Center Speaker Right Left Front B Speaker Left Right Front A Speaker Connecting Audio Equipment AUDIO signal jacks PHONO jacks Connect the turntable's output jacks to the PHONO IN jacks. CD IN jacks Connect the CD player's output (LINE OUT) jacks to the CD IN jacks. MD/TAPE 1 (PLAY/REC) jacks Connect the MD/TAPE 1 jacks to the MD player or the cassette deck. Connect the MD player or cassette deck output (LINE OUT) jacks to the PLAY jacks. Connect the MD player or cassette deck input (LINE IN) jacks to the REC jacks. TAPE 2 (PLAY/REC) jacks Connect the cassette deck output (LINE OUT) jacks to the PLAY (TAPE 2 MONITOR) jacks. Connect the cassette deck input (LINE IN) jacks to the REC (TAPE 2 MONITOR) jacks. -5- CONNECTIONS Connecting Video Equipment AUDIO signal jacks Connect the video deck (VCR) LINE output (AUDIO OUT) jacks to the IN (VCR/VIDEO 1) jacks, and the video deck (VCR) LINE input (AUDIO IN) jacks to the OUT (VCR/VIDEO 1) jacks. Connect the TV AUDIO OUTPUT jacks to the VIDEO 2 IN jacks. TV VCR/VIDEO 1 Video Deck (VCR) S-VIDEO signal jacks Connect the TV monitor S-VIDEO IN jack to the MONITOR OUT jack. Connect the video deck (VCR) S-VIDEO OUT jack to the S-VIDEO VCR IN jack. Connect the video deck (VCR) S-VIDEO IN jack to the S-VIDEO VCR OUT jack. Connect the TV or DVD player S-VIDEO OUTPUT jacks to the S-VIDEO TV/VIDEO 2 IN jack or S-VIDEO DVD/VIDEO 4 IN jack. Notes : The FUNCTION (source) selector for the S-VIDEO inputs and VIDEO inputs work in conjunction with each other. This unit's S-VIDEO (IN/OUT) jacks and VIDEO (IN/OUT) pin jacks have independent circiut structures, so that video signals input from the S-VIDEO jacks are only output from the S-VIDEO jack outputs and video signals input from the VIDEO pin jacks are only output from the VIDEO pin jack outputs. VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO 4 DVD Player DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) VIDEO OUT VIDEO signal jacks Connect the TV monitor VIDEO IN jack to the MONITOR OUT jack. Connect the video deck (VCR) VIDEO OUT (VIDEO) jack to the IN (VCR/VIDEO 1) jack. Connect the video deck (VCR) VIDEO IN jacks to the OUT (VCR/VIDEO 1) jack. Connect the DVD player or TV VIDEO OUTPUT jacks to the VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 4 IN jacks. DOLBY DIGITAL/DTS/PCM DIGITAL IN (1, 2, 3) jacks DIGITAL OUT (PCM OPTICAL) jack Connect the CD-R (or MD deck) DIGITAL IN iack to the DIGITAL OUT jack. (Use the optional optical fiber cable.) -6- If the player is provided with a DIGITAL OUTPUT jack, connect it to the DIGITAL IN jack. (Use the optional coaxial cord or optical fiber cable.) When an optical fiber cable is used for connection, remove the caps protecting both ends of the optical cable and the connectors. Notes : When both the analog AUDIO IN (VIDEO 2/4) and DIGITAL IN (1, 2, 3) of the receiver are connected, signals input to the DIGITAL IN jack (1, 2, 3) have priority. For better sound quality, we recommend using digital rather than analog connections when connecting the DVD player or TV. Connecting the PRE OUT jacks This unit is equipped with Subwoofer and Center PREOUT jacks. These jacks allow connection off an optional powered subwoofer and connection of the center channel output to specially equipped TV's that will play the center channel through the TV speakers. Note : Subwoofer preout signals are not amplified. Therefore, when using the Subwoofer out jack, you must use a subwoofer with built-in amplifier. Notes : If a speaker is connected directly to the PRE OUT jack without an amplifier connected, no sound comes from the speaker. Subwoofer speakers are optional and are not required. Center Speaker Power Amplifier or AC OUTLETS Power Amplifier Subwoofer with SWITCHED : These outlets are only active when the receiver is turned on. Caution : Make sure that the total power consumption of all equipment connected to the outlets on the receiver does not exceed 100 watts. Subwoofer without -7- CONNECTIONS VIDEO CONNECTIONS FM Outdoor Antenna In an area where FM signals are weak, it will be necessary to use a 75-ohm unbalanced-type outdoor FM antenna using the provided matching transformer, as shown. Generally, a 3-element antenna will be sufficient; if you live in an area where the FM signals are particularly weak, it may be necessary to use one with 5 or more elements. Connect the coaxial cable of the antenna to the matching transformer as shown. After completing connection, plug the transformer into the "FM 75 " socket. VIDEO AUDIO L AUDIO R AUX/ VIDEO 3 INPUT Outdoor FM Antenna (75 ) AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT Video Camera Recorder, etc. Connect the video camera recorder AUDIO OUTPUT to the AUDIO (L)/(R) jacks and VIDEO OUT to the VIDEO jack of the AUX/ VIDEO 3 INPUT. Matching Transforme (provided) Connecting Antennas FM Indoor Antenna In an area with strong FM signals, the "T"-type FM antenna provided is sufficient. Extend this into a "T" shape and connect the two wires at the base of the "T" to the provided matching transformer, as shown. After completing connection, plug the transformer into the "FM 75 " socket. Extend the top of the "T" and fix with thumb tracks, or the like, to a wall or window frame for the best possible reception. How to connect a coaxial cable to the matching transformer 1 Strip the cable and dress it as shown. 4mm 3mm 7mm 2 Press both side tabs outward to remove the cover. "T"-type FM Antenna (300 ) (provided) 3 Wrap the core conductor around the central metal fixture as shown. Crimp the jagged metal fixtures so they hold the braided portion using pliers, etc. Put the cover back in place. Jagged metal Insert into slit. Matching Transforme (provided) Jagged metal -8- AM Antenna AM Indoor Loop Antenna A high-performance AM loop antenna provided with the receiver is sufficient for good reception in most areas. Connect the loop antenna's wires to the AM antenna terminals as shown. Place the antenna on a shelf, for example, or hang it on a window frame, etc., in the direction which gives the best reception, as far away as possible from the system, speaker cords and the power cord, to prevent unwanted noise. Connecting Speaker Systems Caution : To avoid damaging the speakers by inputting a sudden high-level signal, be sure to switch the power off before connecting the speakers. Connect the cable from each speaker to the corresponding terminal on the rear of the receiver. Most speaker cables have different markings, textures or colors to help you tell the difference between negative and positive. Be sure to connect the positive (+) terminal on each speaker to the positive (+) terminal on the receiver. Similarly, connect the negative (-) terminal on the speaker to negative (-) terminal on the receiver. Notes : Use speakers with a nominal impedance of 8 ohms or more. AM Outdoor Antenna If the AM loop antenna provided does not deliver sufficient reception (because you are too far from the transmitter or in a concrete building, etc.), it may be necessary to use an outdoor AM antenna. Use an insulated wire more than 15 ft (5 m) long, strip one end, and connect this to the terminal as shown. For better reception, connect the GND terminal to a reliable ground. Note : Even when using an outdoor AM antenna, do not disconnect the AM loop antenna. How to connect (1) Strip back the cable covering by about 1 cm and twist the wire strands together. (2) Turn the terminal cap counterclockwise to loosen it. The speaker terminal caps cannot be fully removed from the base. (3) Insert the wire into the terminal fully and turn the terminal cap clockwise to securely connect it. (4) Make sure it is fastened firm by pulling the cable lightly. AM Indoor Antenna (provided) AM Outdoor Antenna -9- CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Front Panel 28 2 14 1 28 4 5 32 33 34 24 7 33 8 22 11 FUNCTION VOLUME DIGIT ANDBY MUTING COAXIAL OPTICAL BAND FM MODE MODE MEMOR SLEEP MUTING APE 2 MONIT BASS BOOST POWER ANDBY/ON BASS PHONES SPEAKERS TREBLE BALANCE VIDEO AUDIO TEST SPEAKER CONFIG LEVEL SELECT ADJUST DELA CENTER TIME REAR 1 13 17 16 3 18 19 20 21 23 15 10 9 25 12 Example: Example: - 10 - Remote control Unit 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 VCR VIDEO 1 TV VIDEO 2 AUX VIDEO 3 DVD VIDEO 4 FRONT Panel and REMOTE POWER STANDBY/ON Button FUNCTION (Source) Selector SURROUND MODE Buttons REMOTE SENSOR Window Multi-Function Display Numeric Keys (TUNER/CD/DVD) BAND Selector Button FM MODE Button TUNING/PRESET Buttons BALANCE Control MASTER VOLUME Control BASS BOOST Switch PHONES Jack TAPE 2 MONITOR Button BASS and TREBLE Controls SLEEP Button SPEAKER Select Buttons TEST TONE Button SPEAKER CONFIGURATION Button LEVEL SELECT Button ADJUST Buttons MEMORY Button DELAY TIME Buttons MODE Button AUX/VIDEO 3 INPUT Jacks MEMORY SCAN Button DIRECT TUNING Button MUTING Button & Indicator NIGHT MODE Button CD/DVD Operation Buttons TAPE DECK Operation Buttons SURROUND ON/OFF Button DIGITAL INPUT Button & Indicator SUBWOOFER ON/OFF Button OSD ON/OFF Button MULTI CONTROL Button SUBWOOFER LEVEL CONTROL Button 1 2 MD TAPE 1 TAPE 2 MONITOR CD TUNER PHONO 10 11 12 13 14 15 6 26 27 MEMORY SCAN DIRECT TUNING BAND PRESET CALL 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 SEARCH PAUSE STOP PLAY/ PAUSE TAPE REC/PAUSE PAUSE SEARCH R.PLAY STOP F.PLAY 9 7 31 24 25 30 34 32 18 29 16 SKIP REPEAT 1/ALL A-B OSD ON/OFF DISC SKIP 26 SURROUND ON/OFF MODE R.LEVEL 36 SUB W. LEVEL 27 28 29 30 3 TEST TONE C.LEVEL SUB W. ON/OFF C.LEVEL 37 23 28 NIGHT MODE DIGITAL INPUT R.LEVEL DELAY CENTER REAR 33 SLEEP MASTER VOLUME MUTING 36 11 DISPLAY 1 2 3 3 4 5 6 6 7 8 8 9 9 10 11 12 12 13 14 15 Certain buttons on the remote control unit and on the front panel of the receiver have the same or similar functions and have the same reference numbers. The power is turned on/off (standby) by pressing the POWER button on the remote control unit in standby mode. SURROUND MODE Indicators TUNED Indicator STEREO Indicator TIMER Indicator TAPE Monitor Indicator MEMORY Indicator SPEAKERS Select Indicators BAND/FREQUENCY Display & PRESET Channel Display FUNCTION (Source) Display SLEEP Time Indicator DELAY TIME Display TEST TONE Display SPEAKER CONFIGURATION Display LEVEL SELECT Display - 11 - AUDIO OPERATIONS Note : The following points apply throughout the "AUDIO and VIDEO OPERATIONS" sections unless otherwise noted. To simplify explanations, instructions refer to names of buttons and controls on the front panel, making no mention of the use of remote control unit. To listen to a source other than TAPE 2 (tape deck), press the TAPE 2 MONITOR button to the OFF position (the TAPE M monitor indicator will not light in the display). Basic Operations Private listening For private listening, insert the headphones (1/4-inch plug) into the PHONES jack. MUTING Button (on the Remote Control Unit) Press this to mute the sound from the speakers and headphones when answering the telephone, etc. To restore the original volume, press the MUTING button again. While muting is engaged, the MUTING indicator will flicker. 1. Press the POWER button ON. 2. Set the BASS BOOST switch to the OFF position. 3. Adjust the tone as required with the BASS and TREBLE tone controls. Adjust the balance between the left and right channels with the BALANCE control. 4. Select the desired source with the FUNCTION (source) selector. (The FUNCTION indicator will light.) Sleep Timer Operation SLEEP Timer Function This function allows you to preprogram the receiver to switch its own power off automatically. You can then enjoy the audio/video system for a specified amount of time without having to worry about turning the unit off later. Each press of the SLEEP button changes the time indication by 10 minutes. SLEEP 90 SLEEP 80 ··· SLEEP 10 5. Select the desired surround mode with the SURROUND MODE buttons. (The SURROUND indicator lights in the display.) 6. Select the speaker system to be used with the SPEAKERS select buttons. With the unit in the STEREO mode, speakers "A" and "B" can be selected simultaneously. If the unit is to be operated in any of the surround modes, speaker selection is automatically limited to SPEAKERS A only. 7. Start playing the source component. 8. Gradually turn up the volume to the required level with the MASTER VOLUME control. (Released condition) To let the remaining time (until power off) appear on the display while the sleep timer is engaged, press the SLEEP button once. - 12 - Audio Adjustments MUTE FUNCTION (Source) Selector BALANCE SURROUND Mode MASTER VOLUME DIGITAL INPUT SURROUND ON/OFF SPEAKERS POWER (STANDBY/ON) BASS/TREBLE (Tone controls) BASS BOOST SURROUND MODE Button The Surround mode changes whenever you press this button. For digital equipment : CD, TV/ VIDEO 2, AUX/ VIDEO 3, DVD/VIDEO 4. (when selected digital 1, 2 or 3 input.) DTS CHURCH Dolby Digital DISCO PRO-LOGIC STADIUM 3 STEREO THEATER POWER STANDBY/ON Button Press STANDBY/ON button to turn the power on. Press it again to turn the system off (power standby mode). The indicator lights up in power standby mode and goes out when this unit is turned on. MUTE Button Used when you need to reduce the volume for a while. If you press this button, the volume will reduce to minimum. SPEAKER Select Buttons With the unit in the STEREO mode, SPEAKERS A and B can be selected simultaneously. If the unit is in any of the SURROUND MODEs (DTS, DOLBY DIGITAL, DOLBY PRO LOGIC, 3 STEREO, other SURROUND MODES), speaker selection is automatically limited to SPEAKERS A only. BASS/TREBLE Tone Controls These two tone controls-BASS and TREBLE- can be used to obtain a "flat" frequency response or a tone which suits your individual listening preference. The Bass control adjusts low frequencies and the TREBLE control adjusts the high frequencies. BALANCE Control This control is used to adjust the balance between the left and right channels. Normally set to the center position. BASS BOOST Switch Bass frequencies (lows) can be increased by pressing the bass boost switch. However, do not use the bass boost feature at high volume levels or permanent damage may occur to your speakers. HALL For analog equipment : TUNER (AM/FM), TAPE 1. TAPE 2 MONITOR, VCR 1. PRO-LOGIC 3 STEREO THEATER DISCO STADIUM HALL CHURCH CAUTION You can not select DTS/DOLBY DIGITAL mode in Analog mode. To select DTS/DOLBY DIGITAL mode, you should select digital 1, 2 or 3 mode with the DIGITAL INPUT button. SURROUND ON/OFF (STEREO) Button Press to switch from surround mode to stereo mode. When operating unit in Dolby Digital mode, this button operates as down mix (2 channel) function and the "STEREO" indicator will light up. DIGITAL INPUT (SELECT) Button Press this button to switch the digital signal. (When CD, TV/ VIDEO 2, AUX/ VIDEO 3, DVD/ VIDEO 4 selected.) When DTS/Dolby Digital Mode Digital 1 (coaxial) Digital 2 (optical) Digital 3 (optical) When PRO LOGIC, 3 STEREO, other Surround, Stereo Mode Digital 1 (coaxial) Digital 2 (optical) Digital 3 (optical) Analog MASTER VOLUME CONTROL Adjust the overall sound volume from the front, center, (sub woofer) and rear speakers with this control. Pre-Out (center, sub woofer) can also be controlled. - 13 - AUDIO OPERATIONS Radio Reception Auto Tuning FM MODE Manual Tuning FM MODE POWER ON POWER ON 1. Select the TUNER mode by turning the FUNCTION selector. 2. Select AM or FM by pressing the BAND selector button. 3. Press the MODE button to change to TUNING mode. (The PRESET CH. indicator disappears from the display). This button is used to select Tuning or Preset scan mode. 4. Press and hold the UP or DOWN TUNING button (between 0.5 to 2 seconds). The next station broadcasting at a frequency higher or lower than that of the current station is automatically detected and tuned in. By pressing and holding the TUNING button for longer than 2 seconds, it will continue to control (three times faster than normal speed). Manual Tuning is generally used to tune to stations broadcasting a signal that is too weak to be received by Auto Tuning. 1. Select the TUNER mode by turning the FUNCTION selector. 2. Select AM or FM by pressing the BAND selector button. 3. Press the MODE button to change to TUNING mode. (The PRESET CH. indicator disappears from the display). 4. When the UP or DOWN TUNING button is pressed momentarily (0.5 second or less), the frequency changes by a fixed step (see STEPS below). STEPS FM : 100-kHz steps AM : 10-kHz steps FM MODE Button Pressing this button alternates between Stereo mode and Mono mode. · Stereo FM stereo broadcasts are received in stereo and the STEREO indicator lights in the display. If FM broadcasts with weak signal strength are received, the FM muting function works automatically to cut the signals. · Mono To compensate for weak FM stereo reception, select this mode. Reception will now be forced monaural, reducing unwanted noise. TUNED Indicator "TUNED" appears in the display when a broadcast is correctly tuned in. - 14 - Direct Tuning Using this method, the required frequency is input directly, using the numeric keys on the remote control unit. Tuning This feature is used to store FM, AM broadcasting from Channel 1 to 30 respectively. You can set 30 AM and 30 FM stations in memory. Automatic Memory Presetting VCR VIDEO 1 TV VIDEO 2 AUX VIDEO 3 DVD VIDEO 4 MD TAPE 1 TAPE 2 MONITOR CD TUNER PHONO MEMORY SCAN DIRECT TUNING BAND PRESET CALL TAPE REC/PAUSE PAUSE SEARCH R.PLAY STOP F.PLAY SEARCH PAUSE STOP PLAY/ PAUSE POWER ON 1. Press the TUNER button. 2. Select AM or FM by pressing the BAND selector button. 3. Press the DIRECT TUNING button on the remote control unit, "DIRECT IN" appears on the display for a few seconds. "FM ---.---MHz" or "AM----KHz" appears on the display. 4. Input the frequency of the broadcast you want to hear with the numeric keys. If you press the DIRECT TUNING button again or without pressing any button for 30 seconds, Direct tuning is released. 1. Select the TUNER mode by turning the FUNCTION selector. 2. Select AM or FM by pressing the BAND selector button. 3. Press and hold the MEMORY button for more than 1.5 seconds. 1 The start frequency will show in the display. · 87.5 MHz in FM, 530 kHz in AM. 2 The frequency and display will automatically scan. · 100 kHz steps for FM, 10 kHz steps for AM. 3 The frequency shown in the display will rapidly change. As each station is located a preset number will appear in the display indicating which preset MEMORY button has been assigned to the station located. The scanning process will continue to operate in this fashion until 30 stations have been found and entered into the preset memory or when there are no more stations to be found on the waveband chosen. The memory indicator will extinguish and let you hear the first station to be memorized. To listen to the memorized station select the band required and press the numeric keys 1, 2, 3 etc. 4. The last memorized channel of each band will be displayed when Auto Memory is completed. You can Check the programmed frequencies with PRESET UP, DOWN button. 1 0 0 0 FM : 100-kHz steps AM : 10-kHz steps Ex.: FM 107.50 MHz 1 7 5 0 Ex.: AM 1000 kHz - 15 - AUDIO OPERATIONS Manual Memory Presetting Listening to Records and Compact Discs POWER ON POWER ON Turntable or 1. Select the TUNER mode by turning the FUNCTION selector. 2. Select AM or FM by pressing the BAND selector button. 3. Press the MODE button to change to TUNING mode. (The PRESET CH. indicator disappears from the display). 4. Select the frequency you want to preset by pressing TUNING/PRESET UP or DOWN button. CD Player 1. Select the PHONO or CD mode by turning the FUNCTION selector. 2. Play the turntable (with a moving magnet cartridge) or CD player. Playing MD/TAPE 1 Deck 5. Press the MEMORY button briefly, MEMORY display will blink at an interval of 1 second. 6. While the MEMORY indicator is lit, press the numeric key(s) (on the remote control unit) to input the channel number in which the data (AM or FM band and frequency) for the broadcast is to be stored (or press the PRESET button to the desired selection then press the MEMORY button again). Recalling Frequencies Press the numeric key(s) (on the remote control unit) corresponding to the channel number to tune directly to a broadcast. POWER ON Using the Memory Scan function (on the remote control unit) When the MEMORY SCAN button is pressed, the preset channels in which frequencies in the band (AM or FM) selected have been stored are scanned at 5-second intervals. When you hear a broadcast you want to listen to, release the Memory Scan function by pressing the MEMORY SCAN button again. MD Deck or Tape Deck 1 1. Select the MD/TAPE 1 mode by turning the FUNCTION selector. 2. Operate the MD deck or tape deck (TAPE 1) for playback. "Back-up" memory function This function saves the already preset station memories, and "Most-recent" memory function, even in the event of a cut-off of power supply for up to 3 days. - 16 - Playing TAPE 2 Deck TAPE Indicator Lit Dubbing from TAPE 2 to MD/TAPE 1 TAPE Indicator Lit POWER ON Tape Deck 2 POWER ON Recording Tape Deck 2 Tape Deck 1 1. Set the TAPE 2 MONITOR button to ON ; the TAPE M monitor indicator will appear in the display. 2. Operate tape deck (TAPE 2) for playback. 1. Set the TAPE 2 MONITOR button to ON. 2. Turn the FUNCTION selector, and select a source (except MD/TAPE 1). 3. Start playback on the tape deck (TAPE 2). Recording a Source Recording program source You can record a program source such as a record or Compact Disc onto a cassette deck connected to the TAPE 2 REC jacks. 4. Start recording on the tape deck (MD/TAPE 1). When copying with a double cassette deck, refer to the operating instructions for the cassette deck. TAPE 2 MONITOR OFF Tape Monitoring If the tape deck has separate record and playback heads, during recording, the recorded sound can be heard from the speakers with the TAPE 2 MONITOR button set to ON. POWER ON Recording Source component Tape Deck 2 1. Turn the FUNCTION (source) selector corresponding to the source to be recorded. Make sure the TAPE 2 MONITOR button is set to OFF. 2. Play the source. 3. Operate the tape deck (TAPE 2) for recording. - 17 - 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 Recording with a Video Deck Tape Dubbing (from TV/VIDEO 2, AUX/VIDEO 3 or DVD/VIDEO 4 to VCR/VIDEO 1) TAPE 2 MONITOR OFF Video signals Audio signals POWER ON POWER ON VCR/VIDEO 1 TV/VIDEO 2 DVD/VIDEO 4 AUX/VIDEO 3 VCR/VIDEO 1 TV/VIDEO 2 DVD/VIDEO 4 AUX/VIDEO 3 1. Turn the FUNCTION (source) selector to select the VIDEO source (TV/VIDEO 2, AUX/VIDEO 3 or DVD/VIDEO 4) to be recorded. Make sure the TAPE 2 MONITOR button is set to OFF. 2. Play back the source (TV/VIDEO 2, AUX/VIDEO 3 or DVD/VIDEO 4). 3. Operate VCR/VIDEO 1 for recording. Video/audio signals from the selected VIDEO component (TV/VIDEO 2, AUX/VIDEO 3 or DVD/VIDEO 4) can be dubbed to VCR/VIDEO 1. 1. Select the VCR/VIDEO 1, TV/VIDEO 2, AUX/VIDEO 3 or DVD/VIDEO 4 mode by turning the FUNCTION selector. 2. Play the component corresponding to the FUNCTION selected. 3. The picture from the video source can be seen on the TV and the sound from the video source will be heard from the speakers if the video device has been connected to the receiver as shown on page 6. If video devices have been connected directly to the television, additional steps may be required. Note : When tape dubbing is performed, be sure to connect the LINE OUT (analog audio output). S.A.V.E. (Second Audio Source for Video Editing) SYSTEM Function This feature lets you replace the sound from a VCR with sound from an AUDIO source such as CD during video signal dubbing. 1. Select the video source (TV/VIDEO 2, AUX/VIDEO 3 or DVD/VIDEO 4) by turning the FUNCTION selector. Wait for more than 5 seconds and then select the audio source with the FUNCTION selector. 2. Operate the selected video component and audio component for playback, respectively. 3. Now you can watch the picture from the video component on the TV, and listen to the sound from the audio component through the speakers. 4. Operate VCR/VIDEO 1 for recording. - 18 - SURROUND EFFECTS When you use the surround function, the sound creates a "live" atmosphere such as that experienced in movie theaters, disco, stadium and concert halls. DOLBY PRO LOGIC Use this mode when playing movie or music video software which carries the DOLBY SURROUND mark. This mode provides the effect of being in a movie theater or live concert house-an effect with an intensity which can only be obtained through DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND. The main feature of DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND is that the separation between the various channels is significantly improved from the 3 dB of previous systems to 26-40 dB. As a result, the effect of the front/back/ left/right movement of the sound image, as well as the sense of fixed position in the sound image, is much clearer and more dynamic than before. In addition, movie dialogue and other sounds which should naturally be heard from the center are output through an independent center channel, providing a high degree of focus for dialogue. Surround Modes This unit is provided with the following surround modes, which can be selected using the SURROUND MODE switches. Select the appropriate SURROUND MODE according to the program source. DTS (Digital Theater System) Allows you to enjoy 5.1 (or 6) discrete channels of high quality digital audio from DTS program sources bearing the " " or "HIGH DEFINITION SURROUND" trademark such as discs, DVD and compact discs, etc. DTS Digital Surround delivers up to 6 channels of transparent audio (which means identical to the original masters) and results in exceptional clarity throughout a true 360° soundfield. The term DTS is a trademark of DTS Technology, LLC. Manufactured under license from DTS Technology, LLC. Note : The DTS program sources should be played back in the DTS mode. If not, it will sound like continuous noise. 3 STEREO Front speakers receive rear (surround) speaker signals in addition to front speakers signals. Center speaker works similarly as that of Dolby Pro Logic mode. In this way, you can enjoy playback sound having superior sound positioning without using rear channel speakers. HALL Surround When playing recordings of live music, this mode provides a feeling similar to actually being in a concert hall. When this mode is selected, the normal program source is directed to the main speakers and a reverberated sound is directed to the surround speakers. This mode is suited to program sources which contain a large amount of reverberation. DOLBY DIGITAL Surround The Dolby Digital surround format lets you enjoy up to 5.1 channels of digital surround sound from a Dolby Digital program source. If you connect a DVD player or an LD player with a DOLBY DIGITAL output to the DOLBY DIGITAL input jack on a surround receiver/amplifier or surround processor and play DVD or laser discs with ( ) mark, you can enjoy evenbetter sound quality, greater spatial accuracy, and improved dynamic range. This is because Dolby Digital delivers up to 5 totally discrete, full frequency audio channels (front left and right, center, and surround left and right), plus 0.1 channel called LFE* (bass-only effects channel). Dolby Digital is a system developed by Dolby Laboratories that transmits 5.1 channels of digital signals. The surround system developed for movie theaters using this system is called "Dolby SR-D "Surround Digital". Because each channel is completely independent, a realistic sound field with a "three-dimensional" feel is achieved which gives the sound a sense of distance, movement and relative position, creating a surprisingly real and powerful sense of presence. Some Dolby Digital programs carry information that allow you to compress the dynamic range of sound track, without degrading the sound quality, for softer sound effects when you listen late at night. * LFE = Low Frequency Extension This channel delivers separate non-directional bass signals to the subwoofer for more dynamic deep bass sound effects. - 19 - THEATER Surround This mode provides a three dimensional effect similar to that of movie theater. With this mode, you can enjoy a surround effect similer to Dolby Surround sound even when playing a video program which is not encoded with the Dolby Surround system. DISCO Surround Gives a greatly expanded feel to powerful music such as dance or rock. STADIUM Surround The reverberation of this mode produces a sound field which recreates the sound of a stadium. CHURCH Surround This mode provides the reverberant ambiance of a church, which can enhance choral work, as well as adding a rich ambient effect to "dry" studio recordings. SURROUND EFFECTS Speaker Positioning This installation positions 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. Speaker Configuration Speaker layout example when using SURROUND MODE Front Speakers Center Speaker POWER ON It is important to perform speaker configuration prior to using the decoder. This allows the unit to sense the available speakers and automatically select decoding modes. It is possible to receive multi-channel surround sound without a center speaker, but for best results with DTS, Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby Digital decoding, at least 5 speakers (Left, Center, Right, Left Rear and Right Rear) should be used. 1. Each press of the SPEAKER CONFIGURATION button will change the desired Speaker Configuration shown on the display. (ex.: "F-LARGE", "F-SMALL", "C-LARGE", "C-NONE", "S-LARGE" etc.) 2. Use the ADJUST ( ) buttons to set the appropriate status. 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. REAR (SURROUND) SPEAKER Mode - LARGE : Choose if a large speaker is used or if a subwoofer is connected in parallel. The rear channels output will be full range. - SMALL : Choose if small speakers are used. When using small speakers, it is recommened that a powered Subwoofer be added to play low frequencies. FRONT SPEAKER Mode - LARGE : Choose if large speakers are installed. Front channel output will be full range. - SMALL : Choose if compact speakers are used. Note : When LFE/Bass Out is set for FRONT, the front channels full range is output to the front speakers even if the front speaker mode is set to SMALL. Subwoofer Rear Speakers Front speakers : Place to the front left and right of the listening position. Front speakers are required for all surround modes. Center speaker : Place directly above or below the television. This speaker stabilizes the sound image and helps recreate sound motion. Be sure to connect a center speaker when using the 3 STEREO mode. Rear speakers : Place left and right behind the listening area. These speakers recreate sound motion and atmosphere. Required for surround playback. For best results, do not install the rear speakers too far behind the listening position and install them at or above the level of the listener's ears. It is also effective to direct the rear speakers towards a wall or ceiling to further disperse the sound. Subwoofer : Reproduces powerful deep bass sounds. A Subwoofer is not required (OPTIONAL) but may be added as an option. a. When in DTS/Dolby Digital Mode, Choose from: Front Speaker : LARGE Center Speaker : LARGE Rear Speaker : LARGE - 20 SMALL SMALL SMALL NONE