Aiwa AV-D67 Owners Manual

STEREO RECEIVER RECEPTOR ESTEREO AMPLI-TUNER STEREO

AV-D67

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

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WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.”

Explanation of Graphical Symbols:

The lightning flash wi h 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.

PRECAUTIONS

Read the Operating Instructions carefully and completely before operating the unit. Be sure to keep the Operating Instructions for future reference . All warnings and cautions in the Operating Instructions and on the unit should be strictly followed, as well as the safety suggestions below.

Installation

1 Water and moisture — Do not use this unit near water , such

as near a bathtub, washbowl, swimming pool, or the like.

2 Heat — Do not use this unit near heat sources, including

heating vents, stov es, or other appliances that generate heat. It also should not be placed in temperatures less than 5°C (41°F) or higher than 35°C (95°F).

3 Mounting surface — Place the unit on a flat, even surface. 4 Ventilation — The unit should be situated with adequate

space around it so that proper heat ventilation is assured. Allow 10 cm (4 in.) clearance from the rear and the top of the unit, and 5 cm (2 in.) from each side.

- Do not place the unit on a bed, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings.

- Do not install the unit in a bookcase, cabinet, or airtight rack where ventilation may be impeded.

5 Objects and liquid entry — Take care that objects or liquids

do not get inside the unit through the ventilation openings.

6 Carts and stands — When placed or

mounted on a stand or cart, the unit should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the unit or cart to overturn or fall.

7 Wall or ceiling mounting — The unit should not be mounted

on a wall or ceiling, unless specified in the Operating Instructions.

Owner’s record

For your convenience, record the model number and serial number (you will find them on the rear of your unit) in the space provided below . Please refer to them when you contact y our Aiwa dealer in case of difficulty.

Model No. Serial No. (Lot No.) AV-D67

Electric Power

1 Power sources — Connect this unit only to power sources

specified in the Operating Instructions, and as marked on the unit.

2 Polarization — As a safety f eature, some units are equipped

with polarized AC power plugs which can only be inserted one way into a power outlet. If it is difficult or impossible to insert the AC power plug into an outlet, turn the plug over and try again. If it is not still inserted easily into the outlet, please call a qualified service technician to service or replace the outlet. To avoid defeating the safety f eature of the polarized plug, do not force it into a power outlet.

3 AC power cord

- When disconnecting the AC power cord, pull it out by the AC power plug. Do not pull the cord itself.

- Never handle the AC power plug with wet hands, as this could result in fire or shock.

- Power cords should be firmly secured to av oid being severely bent, pinched, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to the cord from the unit to the power socket.

- Avoid overloading AC outlets and extension cords beyond their capacity, as this could result in fire or shock.

4 Extension cord — To help prevent electric shock, do not

use a polarized AC power plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the polarized plug can be completely inserted to prevent exposure of the b lades of the plug.

5 When not in use — Unplug the AC power cord from the AC

power outlet if the unit will not be used for several months or more. When the cord is plugged in, a small amount of current continues to flow to the unit, even when the power is turned off.

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Outdoor Antenna

1 Power lines — When connecting an outdoor antenna, make

sure it is located away from power lines.

2 Outdoor antenna grounding — Be sure the antenna system

is properly grounded to provide protection against unexpected voltage surges or static electricity build-up. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFP A70, provides inf ormation on proper grounding of the mast, supporting structure, and the lead-in wire to the antenna discharge unit, as well as the size of the grounding unit, connection to grounding terminals, and requirements for grounding terminals themselves.

Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code

ANTENNA LEAD IN W RE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRECAUTIONS...................................................................1

PREPARATIONS

CONNECTIONS .................................................................. 3

BEFORE OPERATION ........................................................7

SOUND

CUSTOM AUDIO ADJUSTMENT .......................................8

ELECTRONIC GRAPHIC EQUALIZER..............................9

DSP SURROUND.............................................................. 10

BASIC OPERATIONS

SELECTION OF AUDIO/VIDEO SOURCE.......................11

RECORDING AN AUDIO SOURCE .................................12

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250 PART H)

Maintenance

Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating Instructions.

Damage Requiring Service

Have the unit serviced by a qualified service technician if:

- The AC power cord or plug has been damaged

- Foreign objects or liquid have gotten inside the unit

- The unit has been exposed to rain or water

- The unit does not seem to operate normally

- The unit exhibits a marked change in performance

- The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE UNIT YOURSELF.

RADIO RECEPTION

MANUAL TUNING ............................................................. 13

PRESETTING STATIONS ................................................. 14

DOLBY SURROUND

SELECTING DOLBY SURROUND...................................15

ADJUSTING SPEAKER LEVEL BALANCE ....................16

ADJUSTING DOLBY DIGITAL SURROUND SOUND .....18

TIMER

SETTING THE CLOCK...................................................... 19

SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER ..........................................19

GENERAL

SPECIFICA TIONS .............................................................20

CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................ 2 1

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE..........................................21

PARTS INDEX ...................................................................21

Check your accessories

Remote control

FM antenna AM antenna

Operating Instructions, etc.

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PREPARATIONS

CONNECTIONS

Before connecting the AC cord

The rated voltage of your unit shown on the rear panel is 120 V AC. Check that the rated voltage matches your local voltage.

IMPORTANT

Connect the speakers, antennas, and all other external equipment first. Then connect the AC cord at the end.

*1Be sure to connect the VIDEO OUT terminal of a DVD player

directly to a TV set, not through this unit. Otherwise, the picture noise may appear when playing copy protected DVDs.

*2Input sound through the DIGITAL IN terminals cannot be

recorded. When recording the sound from the DVD, CD, MD or LD player , connect the analog A UDIO OUT terminals of the player to the corresponding A UDIO IN terminals of the receiver.

*3When connecting a monaural video, use a stereo-mono

connecting cord (not supplied).

*4When connecting an LD player equipped with the AC-3 RF

OUT terminal, use an RF demodulator unit. Also connect the analog AUDIO OUT terminals of the LD player to the receiver to play all the sources. For further information, refer to the instructions of the LD player.

DVD or Video 1* /MD player

CONNECTING EQUIPMENT

Jacks and plugs of the connecting cord are color-coded as follows: Red jacks and plugs : For the right channel of audio signals White jacks and plugs: For the left channel of audio signals Yellow jacks and plugs: For video signals

NOTE

Insert the plugs fully into the jacks. Loose connections may produce a humming sound or other noise interference.

FRONT

Camcorder

to VIDEO OUT to AUDIO OUT

to OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT (DVD)

Optical connecting cord

Video 2* or LD* /Cable TV

Coaxial connecting cord

Optical connecting cord

DVD or MD,CD Player

to COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT

RF demodulator*

to AUDIO OUT

to VIDEO OUT(Video 1)*

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to OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT

to AUDIO OUT

to AUDIO IN(Video 1/MD)

to VIDEO IN(Video 1)

to VIDEO OUT

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to LINE IN

Tape deck

to VIDEO IN

to AUDIO OUTPUT

to LINE OUT

REAR

CD player

to OUTPUT

Turntable

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to AUDIO IN (Video 2)

to VIDEO IN (Video 2)

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1 and 2 in the illustration correspond to the following details.

Sub woofer

AM antenna

FM antenna

Speaker system A

Right Left

Speaker system B

Right Left

PREP ARATIONS

Right Left

Surround speakers

CONNECTING SPEAKERS1

Speaker terminals

Connect front speakers (system A and/or B), a center speaker, surround speakers and sub woofer to the corresponding speak er terminals on the unit:

- the front speaker cords to the FRONT SPEAKERS terminals

- the center speaker cord to the CENTER SPEAKER terminals

- the surround speaker cords to the SURROUND SPEAKERS terminals.

- for more powerful bass, the sub woof er (with a built-in amplifier) cord to the SUB WOOFER 3 jack When connecting the sub woofer, be sure to select the “SUBW ON” (sub woofer on) mode (see page 5).

Speaker impedance

For all speakers, use speakers of 8 ohms or more.

Center speaker

Front speakers

Lift up the terminal flap, insert the speaker cord lead into the terminal slot, then close the flap. Check that the cord is connected securely.

Surround speakers

Connecting + to +, – to – terminals

T o get the proper sound eff ect, the speak er terminals on the unit and the speaker should be connected with proper polarity; the + terminal on the unit should be connected to the + terminal on the speaker (and – to –).

NOTE

• Be sure to connect the speaker cords correctly as shown in the illustration on the right column. Improper connections can cause short circuits in the SPEAKER(S) terminals.

• Do not leave objects gener ating magnetism near the speakers.

Sub woofer

Center speaker

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POSITIONING THE SPEAKERS

Position the speakers to mak e the most of DOLBY SURROUND or DSP effect.

CONNECTING THE SUPPLIED ANTENNAS 2

Connect the FM antenna to the FM 75 Ω terminals and the AM antenna to the AM LOOP terminals.

Front speakers (L/R) Center speaker (C)

Position in the center of the two front speakers. In addition, position on or below the TV set, if connecting a TV set to the unit.

Surround speakers (SL/SR)

Place the surround speakers directly to the side of or slightly behind the listening area. Align them horizontally, about 1 meter (3.2 feet) above ear height.

Sub woofer (SW)

Place the sub woofer in any place between the tw o front speakers.

When connecting a sub woofer

Select “SUBW ON” mode.

1. Press the MANUAL SELECT button on the remote control once so that “SUBW OFF” appears on the display.

2. Within 4 seconds, press the TUNING M button or turn the MULTI JOG to the left to display “SUBW ON.”

If a sub woofer is not connected, be sure to select “SUBW OFF.” Display “SUBW ON” in step 1 and press the TUNING N button or turn the MULTI JOG to the right in step 2.

NOTE

Sound from the surround speakers or center speaker depends on the setting of DOLBY SURROUND or DSP surround.

FM antenna

AM antenna

To stand the AM loop antenna on a surface

Fix the claw to the slot as shown in the illustration.

To position the antennas

FM feeder antenna:

Extend this antenna horizontally in a T shape and fix its ends to the wall.

AM loop antenna:

Position for the best reception.

NOTE

• Do not bring the FM antenna near metal objects or curtain rails.

• Do not bring the AM antenna near other external equipment, the unit itself, the AC power cord or speaker cords, as noise will be picked up.

• Do not unwind the AM loop antenna wire.

CONNECTING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA

For better FM reception, use of an outdoor antenna is recommended. Connect the outdoor antenna to the FM 75 Ω terminals.

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ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL

Inserting batteries

Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control and insert two R6 (size AA) batteries.

When to replace the batteries

The maximum operational distance between the remote control and the sensor on the unit should be approximately 5 meters (16 feet). When this distance decreases, replace the batteries with new ones.

Using the remote control

The instructions in this manual refer mainly to the buttons on the main unit.

Some buttons have two functions.

• To use the function indicated on the button, or on the plate in black, simply press the button.

• To use the function indicated on the plate in green, press the button while pressing the SHIFT button.

Important

• The ENTER button on the remote control does not substitute for the ENTER button on the main unit. This

button is for operating the DVD player only (see right column.)

• In principal, the TUNING UP and DOWN buttons on the

remote control substitute for N and M buttons on the main unit. Press the button while pressing the SHIFT

button.

To select the function (audio source) with the remote control

Press the FUNCTION button repeatedly. The function changes cyclically.

Operating AIWA CD or DVD players with the remote control

You can control the basic functions of AIWA CD or DVD players with the remote control. In principle, the buttons described belo w have the same function as those on the DVD or CD players. For more details, refer to the operating instructions of the pla yer .

Operating DVD and CD players

Press the following button.

l/a - Starts playback. The b utton pauses f,g - Searches a track. Hold the button down. r,t - Skips s - Stops playback.

a track of the CD . Press the button repeatedly .

CD playback as well.

Operating DVD players

Press the following button while pressing the SHIFT button. i,k,j,l (up, down, left or right) button - Moves the cursor to select a program etc.

AUDIO button - Changes an audio track (language etc.) ENTER button - Enters the selected program etc. TITLE or MENU button - Enters the title or menu screen. RETURN button - Returns to the previous mode etc. DVD PAUSE - Pauses the playback of a DVD.

Operating CD players

Press the following button.

DISC SKIP (CD) - Skips a disc in the CD changer.

PREPARATIONS

NOTE

• If the unit is not going to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to prevent possible electrolyte leakage.

• The remote control may not operate correctly when:

- The line of sight between the remote control and the remote

sensor in the display window is exposed to intense light, such as direct sunlight.

- Other remote controls are used nearby (those of a television,

etc.)

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BEFORE OPERATION

To turn the unit on

To select the front speaker system

To use speaker system A: Set the FRONT SPEAKERS A b utton to HON. To use speaker system B: Set the FRONT SPEAKERS B b utton to HON. To use both speaker systems: Set both the buttons to HON. Set the button(s) to hOFF to turn off the speaker system(s).

NOTE

As the front speaker systems A and B are connected in series:

- The sound will decrease slightly when using both speaker systems

- No sound can be heard if the FRONT SPEAKERS A and B buttons are set to HON when only one speaker system is connected

To turn the unit off, press the POWER button.

Press the POWER b utton.

Operation is possible after four seconds . The VOL (v olume) le vel or function name is displayed one after the other f or the first f our seconds. The selected function indicator lights up in red.

To change the brightness level of the display

1 Press the ECO button repeatedly until “DIM MODE” is

displayed. 2 Within 4 seconds, press the ENTER button. 3 Within 4 seconds, turn the MULTI JOG to select the dimmer

mode as below.

The mode will be automatically set after 4 seconds. It will

also be set if the ENTER button is pressed within 4 seconds

after step 3.

DIM-OFF: The normal display. DIMMER 1: The illumination of the display is dimmer than

usual.

DIMMER 2: The illumination of the display is dimmer than

DIMMER 1. The function indicator turns off.

Using the headphones

Connect headphones to the PHONES jack with a standard stereo plug (ø6.3 mm, 1/4 inch). Be sure to set the FR ONT SPEAKERS A and B buttons to hOFF. Otherwise sound is output from the speakers.

POWER ECONOMIZING (ECO) MODE

Setting this unit to the ECO mode reduces power consumption as below. Initial setting of the ECO mode is ON.

• When the current time is set, the clock display disappears immediately.

• While the power is off, all the display lights turn off, and only the indicator on the left side of the display window lights in red.

To cancel the ECO mode

1 Press the ECO button to display ECO MODE while the unit is

turned on. 2 Within 4 seconds, press the ENTER button. 3 Within 4 seconds, turn the MULTI JOG to select ECO OFF.

The mode will be automatically set after 4 seconds. It will

also be set if the ENTER button is pressed within 4 seconds

after step 3.

NOTE

When the headphones are plugged in:

- The Dolby Pro Logic or DSP system is automatically canceled

- The Dolby Digital Surround mode is changed to the “2chSTEREO (2CH DOWNMIX)” mode

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SOUND

CUSTOM AUDIO ADJUSTMENT

VOLUME CONTROL

Turn the VOLUME control on the unit, or press the VOL buttons on the remote control. The volume lev el is shown on the displa y for f our seconds. It can be adjusted between 0 and MAX (31). It flashes when set over the level of 27. The volume level remains memorized even after the power is turned off. However, if the power is turned off when the volume is set to 17 or more, it is automatically set to 16 the next time the power is turned on.

SUPER T -BASS SYSTEM

The T-BASS system enhances the realism of low-frequency sound.

Press the T-BASS button.

Each time it is pressed, the level changes. Select one of the three levels, or the off position to suit your preference.

SOUND

PREPARATIONS

NOTE

Low-frequency sound may be distorted when the T-BASS system is used for a disc or tape in which low-frequency sound is originally emphasized. In this case, cancel the T-BASS system.

SOUND ADJUSTMENT DURING RECORDING

The output volume and tone of the speakers or headphones may be freely varied without affecting the level of the recording.

To adjust the left/right balance of the front speakers

Press the BALANCE button to display “L/R 0dB”. Then press the N or M button repeatedly or turn the MUL TI JOG within four seconds. Note that the front speaker balance for the DOLBY SURR OUND is also changed.

To mute the sound temporarily

Press the MUTING (MUTE) button (–20 dB). “MUTE ON” appears on the display f or four seconds. While muting the sound, the selected function indicator flashes. Press the MUTING button again to restore the sound.

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ELECTRONIC GRAPHIC EQUALIZER

This unit provides the following fiv e different equalization modes.

ROCK: Powerful sound emphasizing treble and bass POP: More presence in the vocals and midrange JAZZ: Accented lower frequencies for jazz-type music CLASSIC: Enriched sound with heavy bass and fine treble BGM: Calm tone with suppressed bass and treble

Press the GEQ (Graphic Equalizer) button, and turn the MULTI JOG until the desired equalization mode is displayed.

The GEQ modes are displayed cyclically as follows.

To cancel the selected mode

Press the GEQ button to display the GEQ mode name, and press the button again within 4 seconds. “GEQ OFF” appears on the display.

To select with the remote control

Press the GEQ button repeatedly while pressing the SHIFT button until the desired equalization mode is displayed. Five preset modes and “GEQ OFF” can be selected.

The selected mode name is displayed f or f our seconds , and the GEQ indicator lights up.

Selected mode

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DSP SURROUND

The DSP (Digital Signal Processor) surround circuits can recreate the effect of sounds reflected from walls or ceilings, to obtain the sound presence of real environments. The unit provides 10 DSP preset modes. Some of them are accompanied with the matching GEQ preset mode, and you can also select or turn off the GEQ to suit your preference.

Press the DSP button, and turn the MULTI JOG until the desired DSP mode is displayed.

To adjust the volume and balance of the surround speakers

Press the MANUAL SELECT button on the remote control three times to display “SUR 0dB” while the DSP system is turned on. Then press the N or M button repeatedly or turn the MULTI JOG within four seconds.

NOTE

The DSP surround system is automatically canceled and cannot be turned on when headphones are plugged in.

SOUND

The selected mode name is displayed f or four seconds, and the DSP indicator lights up. When the selected DSP mode is accompanied with the matching GEQ mode, the GEQ indicator lights up as well.

Selected mode

When the music source is monaural

The DSP system may not work effectively.

To cancel the selected mode

Press the DSP button to display the DSP mode name, and press the button again within 4 seconds. “DSP OFF” appears on the display. Ev en if canceling the selected DSP mode, the matching or selected GEQ mode still remains.

To select with the remote control

1 Press the DSP button. 2 Within 4 seconds, press the TUNING UP or DOWN button

repeatedly while pressing the SHIFT button until the desired DSP mode is displayed. Ten preset modes can be selected. To change the mode rapidly, hold down the TUNING UP or DOWN button while pressing the SHIFT button.

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BASIC OPERATIONS

SELECTION OF AUDIO/VIDEO SOURCE

1 Select the program source.

Turn the FUNCTION selector or press the TAPE MONITOR button. The selected function indicator lights in red.

To listen to or watch The indicator in red

Tape TAPE MONITOR Radio TUNER Record PHONO Compact disc CD Television, etc. AUX Video VIDEO 1/DVD/MD,

VIDEO 2/LD/TV, VIDEO 3 LD or Cable TV VIDEO 2/LD/TV MD or DVD VIDEO 1/DVD/MD

The function to be selected (except PHONO) depends on the equipment connected to the input terminals on the rear panel of the unit.

To select with the remote control

Press the TAPE MONITOR button or the FUNCTION button repeatedly.

NOTE

When using a turntable with a built-in equalizer amplifier , set the switch of the equalizer amplifier to off. See the instructions of the turntable for further information.

T o select the video sour ce

1 Tur n the FUNCTION to select PHONO, CD or AUX. 2 Press the ENTER button to display VIDEO 1. 3 Tur n the MULTI JOG to select VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3.

To change a displayed name for the VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2

When the VIDEO 1 function is selected, VIDEO 1 is displayed initially. It can be changed to DVD or MD. Press the DIGITAL/ANALOG/BAND button while pressing the ENTER button, The displayed name for the VIDEO 2 function can be changed to VIDEO 2, LD or TV; while the VIDEO 2 function is selected, press the DIGITAL/ANALOG/BAND button while pressing the ENTER button,

then release the ENTER button first.

To select the “ANALOG” or “DIGITAL” (Dolby Digital Surround) mode of the VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3 function

Press the DIGITAL/ANALOG/BAND button when the VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3 is selected. The selected mode “ANALOG” or “DIGITAL” appears on the display. In the DIGITAL mode: Equipment connected to the OPTICAL DIGITAL IN terminal is selected as a source for the VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 3 function, and equipment connected to the COAXIAL DIGITAL IN terminal for the VIDEO 2 function. The DIGITAL indicator lights in red. In the ANALOG mode: Equipment connected to the VIDEO 1/ DVD/MD IN or VIDEO 3 terminals is selected as a source for the VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 3 function, and equipment connected to the VIDEO 2/LD/TV terminals for the VIDEO 2 function.

NOTE

The “DIGITAL” mode changes to the “ANALOG,” when pressing the TAPE MONITOR button.

When the “OVER LEVEL” indicator lights up

The unit is equipped with the OVER LEVEL indicator . When input analog signals from the connected equipment are too high to accept, the indicator lights on the right side of the display . In this case, adjust the input level as mentioned below so that the indicator disappears.

To adjust the sound level of the connected source

The input sensitivity level of each function can be adjusted (except the TUNER, VIDEO 1 (DIGITAL), VIDEO 2 (DIGITAL) and VIDEO 3 (DIGITAL) functions). When the sound level of the connected source is higher or low er than that of the TUNER, adjust it as follows.

2 Start the selected program source. 3 Adjust the sound.

About the video source to the monitor or TV

Selected video source

V1: VIDEO 1, V2: VIDEO 2, V3: VIDEO 3

The selected video source is indicated on the display and the video signal through the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack is output on the TV.

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1 Select the function to be adjusted.

Turn the FUNCTION or press the TAPE MONITOR button and play the source.

2 Press the N or M button repeatedly.

Adjust the level so that the “O VER LEVEL” indicator does not light on the display.

• The level can be adjusted between -6dB (MIN) and +8dB (MAX) in 2dB steps. Adjust the level so that the sound is output at the same level as the TUNER.

• The input sensitivity level of the TAPE MONITOR can be adjusted to 0dB or -6dB.

TO PLAY A DVD OR LD RECORDED IN DOLBY DIGITAL SURROUND

This receiver is equipped with the Dolby Digital decoder and has the DIGITAL IN (both OPTICAL and COAXIAL) terminals. When a DVD or LD pla yer is connected to the DIGITAL IN terminal of the receiver, you can enjoy theater-quality audio right in your home when playing discs recorded in Dolby Digital Surround.

Before operation

• Check that the TAPE MONITOR is not selected. If the TAPE MONITOR is selected, press the TAPE MONITOR button so that “TAPE OFF” appears on the display.

• When connecting an LD player equipped with the AC-3 RF OUT terminal, use an RF demodulator unit. Also connect the analog AUDIO OUT terminals of the LD player to the receiv er to play all the sources. For further information, refer to the instructions of the LD player.

RECORDING AN AUDIO SOURCE

BASIC OPERATIONS

1 Select the program source to be recorded.

Turn the FUNCTION.

2 Set the tape deck or MD recorder to the recording

mode.

1 T urn the FUNCTION to select the VIDEO 1 (VIDEO

2 or VIDEO 3) and press the DIGITAL/ANALOG/ BAND button repeatedly until “DIGITAL” is displayed.

The DVD (LD) pla y er connected to the OPTICAL (CO AXIAL) DIGITAL IN terminal is selected as a source.

2 Start playing the DVD (LD) recorded in Dolby

Digital Surround.

The “DOLBY DIGITAL” indicator will light on the displa y when the bit stream of the Dolby Digital Surround comes in the unit.

To select the Dolby Digital Surround mode according to your speakers, see “SELECTING DOLBY SURROUND” on page

15.

3 Start the selected program source.

To monitor recorded sound during recording (when the connected tape deck is a three-head system)

Press the TAPE MONITOR button. “TAPE ON” appears on the display for four seconds, and then the source name selected in step 1 comes back on. To cancel the tape monitor, press it again so that “TAPE OFF” appears.

NOTE

• Any sound control system has no effect on recording (see page 8).

• Input sound through the DIGITAL IN ter minals cannot be recorded. When recording the sound from the DVD, CD, MD or LD player, connect the analog AUDIO OUT terminals of the player to the corresponding AUDIO IN terminals of the receiver. The sound will be recorded in 2 ch stereo.

• When recording audio sources by the MD recorder connected to the VIDEO 1/D VD/MD A UDIO OUT terminals, the selected video source (see page 11) should be V2 or V3. Recording cannot be done while the V1 (VIDEO 1) is selected and displayed on the window.

• Input sound from the tape deck connected to the TAPE MONITOR IN terminals cannot be recorded.

NOTE

• While the TAPE MONITOR is selected and the TAPE MONITOR indicator turns red, “DIGITAL” cannot be selected.

• When headphones are plugged in, the Dolby Digital Surround mode is automatically changed to “2chSTEREO” and the “2CH DOWNMIX” indicator lights on the display. Even if the DOLBY SURROUND button is pressed while the headphones are plugged in, the mode cannot be changed.

• This unit supports input signals of the Dolby Digital Surround bit stream and linear PCM whose sampling frequency is 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz. The unit cannot pla y the DVDs whose sampling frequency is 96 kHz.

• When connecting some DVD players to the receiver through the DIGITAL IN terminals, noise may be heard in the DVD operation: e.g. searching a disc, skipping a chapter.

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RADIO RECEPTION

MANUAL TUNING

1 T urn the FUNCTION to select the TUNER function,

and press the DIGITAL/ANALOG/BAND button repeatedly to select the desired band.

The display changes to frequency indications after indicating band and video source (V1, V2 or V3) for two seconds.

2 Press the N or M button to select a station.

Each time the button is pressed, the frequency changes. When a station is received, “TUNE” is displayed for two seconds. During FM stereo reception, 1 is displayed.

When the reception contains noise interference

Move the unit awa y from other electrical appliances, especially digital audio devices, or turn off the appliances that generate noise signals.

To change the AM tuning interval

The default setting of the AM tuning interval is 10 kHz/step. If you use this unit in an area where the frequency allocation system is 9 kHz/step, change the tuning interval. Hold down the DIGIT AL/ANALOG/BAND b utton and press the POWER button. To reset the interval, repeat this procedure.

When operating with the remote control

Press the TUNER/BAND button while pressing the SHIFT b utton in step 1, and the TUNING DOWN or UP button while pressing the SHIFT button in step 2.

To search for a station quickly (Auto Search)

Keep the N or M button pressed until the tuner star ts searching for a station. After tuning in to a station, the search stops. To stop the Auto Search manually, press the N or M b utton. When operating with the remote control, keep the TUNING UP or DOWN button pressed while pressing the SHIFT button.

• The Auto Search may not stop at stations with very weak signals.

When an FM stereo broadcast contains noise

Press the MONO TUNER button while pressing the SHIFT b utton on the remote control so that “MONO” appears on the display. Noise is reduced, although reception is monaural.

To restore stereo reception, repeat the above so that “STEREO” appears.

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PRESETTING STATIONS

PRESET NUMBER TUNING

1 T urn the FUNCTION to select the TUNER function,

and press the DIGITAL/ANALOG/BAND button repeatedly to select a band.

2 Turn the MULTI JOG to select a preset number.

When operating with the remote control

Press the TUNER/BAND button while pressing the SHIFT b utton to select a band, then press the numbered buttons to select a preset number.

Example: To select preset number 25, press 2 and 5. To select preset number 7 press 0 and 7.

RADIO RECEPTION

The unit can store a total of 32 preset stations. When a station is stored, a preset number is assigned to the station. Use the preset number to tune in to a preset station directly.

1 T urn the FUNCTION to select the TUNER function,

and press the DIGITAL/ANALOG/BAND button repeatedly to select the desired band. Then press the N or M button to select a station.

2 Press the ENTER button to store the station.

A preset number assigned to the station, beginning from 1 in consecutive order for each band, appears in the display for two seconds.

3 Repeat steps 1 and 2.

No more stations will be stored and “FULL” appears if a total of 32 stations have already been stored for all the bands.

NOTE

When the AM tuning interval is changed, all preset stations are cleared. The preset stations have to be set again.

To clear a preset station

Select the preset number of the station to be cleared. Then, press the ENTER button, and press it again within four seconds. The preset numbers of all other stations in the band with higher numbers are decreased by one.

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DOLBY SURROUND

This unit is equipped with not only the Dolby Pro Logic decoder but also the Dolby Digital decoder. The unit and the center and surround speakers (standard) assure full-scale home theater sound. When pla ying back discs or video software that have been recorded in Dolby Pro Logic or Dolby Digital Surround, astonishingly realistic sound surrounds the listener to create a new level of audio/visual entertainment. Independent control of the five channels allows the listener to enjoy the same type of sound reproduction experienced in movie theaters. Voices are reproduced in the front and center sound field, while ambient sounds like cars and crowds are reproduced on all sides of the listener for an incredibly lifelike audio/video experience. Please read the following carefully to “tune” the system’s output to match the characteristics of your listening space.

Check the following:

• Before enjoying the DOLBY SURROUND sound, adjust the speaker sound levels to the proper balance (see page 16).

• Make sure the speakers are properly connected and positioned (see pages 4 and 5).

• Make sure the TV set and video unit are properly connected (see page 3).

• Make sure the disc and video tape, etc., support Dolby Pro Logic or Dolby Digital Surround.

SELECTING DOLBY SURROUND

TO SELECT A DOLBY SURROUND MODE

Preparations

• When selecting a Dolby Digital Surround mode, select the VIDEO 1 (DIGIT AL), VIDEO 2 (DIGITAL) or VIDEO 3 (DIGIT AL) function (see page 12) and play a disc recorded in Dolby Digital Surround before selecting the mode.

• When selecting a Dolby Pro Logic mode, select the function except VIDEO 1 (DIGITAL), VIDEO 2 (DIGITAL) and VIDEO 3 (DIGITAL).

1 Press the DOLBY SURROUND button and turn

the MULTI JOG to select the appropriate mode.

The selected mode name appears on the display.

[Dolby Digital Surround]

The optimal Dolby Digital Surround and Dolby Pro Logic modes and settings depend on the type and placement of the speakers. It is recommended that the optional Aiwa speakers should be used for all channels, for example, the SX-AVR2900 speaker system. Check the current type and placement of your speakers and select the recommended mode accordingly.

The recommended mode

[Dolby Digital Surround]

Center speaker

Surround speaker (Rear speaker)

No surround speaker

Larger-size

DOLBY

D-WIDE

3 STEREO-

WIDE

Smaller-size

DOLBY

D-NORMAL

3 STEREO-

NORMAL

No speaker

PHANTOM

2chSTEREO

[Dolby Pro Logic]

Center speaker

Surround speaker (Rear speaker)

No surround speaker

Larger-size

PRO LOGIC-

WIDE

3 STEREO-

WIDE

Smaller-size

PRO LOGIC-

NORMAL

3 STEREO-

NORMAL

No speaker

PHANTOM

–

DOLBY D PHANTOM 3 STEREO

To select the 2chSTEREO mode, press the DOLBY SURROUND button repeatedly until “2chSTEREO” appears.

NOTE

Select the Dolby Digital Surround mode while playing a source recorded in Dolby Digital Surround.

[Dolby Pro Logic]

PRO LOGIC PHANTOM 3 STEREO

PHANTOM mode: Select this mode when the center speaker is not connected. All center channel signals are redistributed to the left and right channel speakers. 3 STEREO mode: Select this mode when the surround speakers are not connected.

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2 Press the DOLBY SURROUND button again and

hold it down until the center speaker mode to be selected appears. (Except the 2chSTEREO and PHANTOM modes.)

“NORMAL” and “WIDE” appear one after the other.

When operating with the remote control

Press the SURROUND button repeatedly to select the mode, and hold it down to select the center speaker mode.

ADJUSTING SPEAKER LEVEL BALANCE

NOTE

• Depending on the sound source or listening condition, surround effect may not be obtained even when the Dolby Digital Surround or Dolby Pro Logic is selected.

• The full Dolby Digital Surround or Dolby Pro Logic eff ect cannot be obtained when using software not recorded in the Dolby Digital Surround or Dolby Pro Logic system. In this case, use the DSP surround system instead (see page 10).

• When headphones are plugged in:

- The Dolby Pro Logic system is automatically canceled.

- The Dolby Digital Surround mode is automatically changed

to “2chSTEREO.”

• While headphones are plugged in:

- The Dolby Pro Logic cannot be turned on.

- The Dolby Digital Surround mode cannot be changed.

The unit is equipped with a built-in test signal generator called a noise sequencer for easy balance adjustment of all five channels. The sequencer outputs a noise signal that “trav els” from channel to channel, enabling the simple adjustment of sound level to achieve the same apparent loudness, at your listening position, from each channel.

1 Select the Dolby Digital Surround (except

“2chSTEREO”) or Dolby Pro Logic mode according to the current type and placement of your speakers.

(See page 15.)

2 Press the MANUAL SELECT b utton on the remote

control and hold it down for about two seconds until “L” of “L/R 0dB” star ts to flash.

DOLBY SURROUND

A noise signal is sent to each channel in turn as follows:

DOLBY D (PRO LOGIC) NORMAL or WIDE mode

To be continued

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PHANTOM mode

3 STEREO NORMAL or WIDE mode

To change the delay time of the surround speakers or center speaker when using the Dolby Digital Surround or Dolby Pro Logic mode

While the Dolby Digital Surround (except “2chSTEREO”) or Dolby Pro Logic is activated, press the MANUAL SELECT button on the remote control repeatedly so that “CEN 0mS” or “SUR 5mS” (SUR 20mS) is displayed. Then, within 4 seconds, press the N or M b utton or turn the MUL TI JOG. The delay time changes as shown below.

* “L” or “R” flashes to indicate one of the front speakers from

which the noise signal is output.

3 Adjust the sound level of the center and surround

speakers.

While “CEN,” “S-L” or “S-R” flashes in the display, press the TUNING UP or DOWN button while pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control so that the sound level of the center or surround speakers matches that of the front speakers.

The balance of the front speakers can be adjusted as well while “L/R” is displayed.

NOTE

The N or M button on the main unit cannot be used.

4 Press the MANUAL SELECT b utton again to stop

the noise signal.

NOTE

When adjusting the speaker level balance of the Dolby Digital Surround, that of the Dolby Pro Logic is also changed and vice versa.

About the channels

The left and right speakers create the stereo effect. The center speaker helps precise sound positioning over a

broad sound field. The rear-mounted surround speakers enhance the “depth” of the sound field.

[Center speaker]

Adjust the delay time so that lines (voice in a movie) are heard clearly and naturally. The center speaker delay time is initially set to 0 ms (milliseconds). It can be adjusted between 0 and 5 ms in 1 ms step.

[Surround speakers]

Adjust the delay time to suite your preference.

Dolby Digital Surround

The speakers delay time is initially set to 5 ms. It can be adjusted between 0 and 15 ms in 5 ms steps.

Dolby Pro Logic

The speakers delay time is initially set to 20 ms. It can be adjusted between 15 and 30 ms in 5 ms steps.

NOTE

• When adjusting the delay time of the surround speakers or center speaker for the Dolby Digital Surround, that of the Dolb y Pro Logic is changed and vice versa.

• When the surround speakers delay time of the Dolby Digital Surround is set to 0 ms (5 ms, 10 ms , or 15 ms), that of the Dolby Pro Logic is set to 15 ms (20 ms, 25 ms or 30 ms), and vice versa.

To adjust the speaker le vel balance while listening to the source

The speaker level balance can be changed after adjusting it with the noise sequencer. The balance can be changed whenever the Dolby Digital Surround or Dolby Pro Logic system is activated.

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1 Play a disc or video software recorded in Dolby Pro Logic or

Dolby Digital Surround.

2 Press the MANUAL SELECT button on the remote control

repeatedly so that “L/R,” “CEN,” “S-L” or “S-R” appears on the display.

3 Press the N or M button or turn the MUL TI JOG while the

speaker name to be adjusted is displayed.

ADJUSTING DOLBY DIGITAL SURROUND SOUND

ADJUSTING LOW FREQUENCY SOUND EFFECT(LFE)

The disc recorded in Dolby Digital Surround contains special signals called LFE to enhance low frequency sound effect. The LFE signals are recorded in some particular parts on the disc and output from the connected sub-woofer to reproduce astonishingly powerful low sound. The sound level of the LFE signals can be adjusted according to your speakers connected while the Dolby Digital Surround is activated.

Preparation

• When connecting a sub-woofer, select “SUBW ON” (see page 5).

• Play a disc recorded in Dolby Digital Surround.

ADJUSTING DYNAMIC RANGE

Dynamic range of the Dolby Digital Surround sound can be adjusted. The unit is initially set to the “STD” (standard) mode.

1 While the Dolby Digital Surround is activated,

press the ENTER button and hold it down until “MID NIGHT THEATER” runs through on the display.

2 Press the N or M button or turn the MULTI

JOG to select the “MAX,” “STD” or “MIN” mode.

[MIN]

You can enjoy the full dynamic range sound like in the movie theater.

[STD]

Original position, when playing back in home, that is recommended by the software producers.

[MAX]

Select this mode when playing back at low volume. This is the mode used with the midnight setting.

DOLBY SURROUND

1 Press the N or M button and hold it down

until “LFE” is displayed.

2 Press the N or M button repeatedly or turn

the MULTI JOG to adjust the LFE level.

The unit is initially set to 0 dB (maximum) and can be adjusted as shown below.

When selecting “SUBW OFF”, the LFE signals are redistributed to other speakers.

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SETTING THE CLOCK

When the AC cord is connected for the first time, the clock on the display flashes.

Set the time as follows while the power is off.

1 Press the ENTER button.

The display becomes a little brighter.

SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER

The receiver can be automatically turned off at a specified time.

Press the SLEEP button while pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control.

2 Within 4 seconds, turn the MULTI JOG to

designate the hour and the minute.

The time advances by turning it to the right, and decreases by turning it to the left. The N or M button on the main unit is also available . Press the button repeatedly . To change the time rapidly in 10-minute steps, hold it down.

3 Press the ENTER button.

The clock starts from 00 seconds.

NOTE

When the clock is set for the first time after purchase

Everything on the display will clear. This is because the power economizing mode of the unit is activated, and is not a malfunction. The power economizing mode can be canceled. See page 7 f or details.

To correct the current time

Press the POWER button to turn the unit off. Carry out steps 1 to 3 above.

To display the current time

Press the CLOCK button while pressing the SHIFT button on the remote control. The clock is displayed for 4 seconds.

The unit will be turned off after about 60 minutes.

To specify the time until the power is turned off

Within 4 seconds after the above, press the TUNING DOWN or UP button repeatedly while pressing the SHIFT button. Y ou can change the time betw een 5 and 240 minutes in 5-minute steps.

Specified time

To c heck the time remaining until the power is turned off

Press the SLEEP button once while pressing the SHIFT button. The remaining time is displayed for four seconds.

To cancel the sleep timer

Press the SLEEP button twice while pressing the SHIFT button so that “SLEEPoFF” appears on the display.

To switch to the 24-hour standard

Display the current time, and press the DIGITAL/ANALOG/BAND button on the unit within 4 seconds. Repeat the same procedure to restore the 12-hour standard. In the 12-hour standard, “AM 12:00” indicates midnight and “PM 12:00” indicates noon.

If the clock display flashes while the power is off

This is caused by a power interruption. The current time needs to be reset. If power is interrupted for more than approximately 24 hours , all settings stored in memory after purchase need to be reset.

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SPECIFICATIONS

FM tuner section

Tuning range 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz Usable sensitivity 13.2 dBf (IHF) Antenna terminals 75 ohms (unbalanced)

AM tuner section

Tuning range 530 kHz to 1710 kHz (10 kHz step),

531 kHz to 1602 kHz (9 kHz step)

Usable sensitivity 350 µV/m Antenna Loop antenna

Amplifier section

Power output [Stereo Mode]

Front

160 watts per channel, Min. RMS at 8 ohms, from 40 Hz to 20 kHz, with no more than 0.9% Total Harmonic Distortion

[Dolby Digital Surround or Dolby Pro Logic Mode] Front

100 watts per channel, Min. RMS at 8 ohms, from 40 Hz to 20 kHz, with no more than 0.9% Total Harmonic Distortion

Rear (Surround)

100 watts per channel, Min. RMS at 8 ohms, 1 kHz, with no more than 0.9% Total Harmonic Distor tion

Center

100 watts, Min. RMS at 8 ohms, 1 kHz, with no more than 0.9% Total Harmonic Distortion

Total harmonic 0.15 % (80 W, 1 kHz, 8 ohms, Front) distortion Inputs AUDIO IN

PHONO: 2.5 mV, adjustable (47 kohms) VIDEO 1/DVD/MD, VIDEO 2/LD/ TV, VIDEO 3, CD: 300 mV, adjustable (47 kohms) TAPE MONITOR: 350 mV, adjustable (47 kohms) AUX: 250 mV, adjustable (47 kohms)

DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL (VIDEO 2): OPTICAL (VIDEO 1): OPTICAL (VIDEO 3): accept linear PCM (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz) signals and bit stream of Dolby Digital Surround

VIDEO IN: 1 Vp-p (75 ohms)

Outputs AUDIO OUT (REC OUT): 300 mV (1

kohm) VIDEO OUT (MONITOR): 1 Vp-p (75 ohms) SUPER WOOFER: 5.0 V FRONT SPEAKERS IMP: 8Ω (front speakers A and B): accepts speakers of 8 ohms or more. SURROUND SPEAKERS IMP: 8Ω (surround speakers): accepts speakers of 8 ohms or more CENTER SPEAKER IMP: 8Ω: accepts speaker of 8 ohms or more. PHONES (stereo jack): accepts headphones of 32 ohms or more

Muting –20 dB

General

Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption 200 W Power consumption in standby mode ECO ON: 1.35 W Dimensions 430 × 155 × 392.5 mm (W × H × D) (17 × 6 Weight 11.5 kg (25 lb 6 oz.)

Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without notice.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are tr ademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. ©19921997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

ECO OFF: 39.3 W

/8 × 151/2 in.)

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