Arcam AVP700 User Manual
AVP700HANDBOOK/MANUEL/HANDBUCH/HANDLEIDING
Arcam AVP700 Pre-amp. processor
Préamplicateur-processor Arcam AVP700
Vorverstärker/Prozessor Arcam AVP700
Arcam AVP700 Voorversterker processor
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RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
ATTENTION
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.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
The lightning flash with an 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 product.
CAUTION: In Canada and the USA, to prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the plug to the wide slot in the socket
and insert the plug fully into the socket.
Safety guidelines
Important safety instructions
This product is designed and manufactured to meet strict
quality and safety standards. However, you should be aware
of the following installation and operation precautions:
1. Take heed of warnings and instructions
You should read all the safety and operating instructions
before operating this appliance. Retain this handbook for
future reference and adhere to all warnings in the handbook
or on the appliance.
2. Water and moisture
The presence of electricity near water can be dangerous. Do
not use the appliance near water – for example next to a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, in a wet basement or near
a swimming pool, etc.
3. Object or liquid entry
Take care that objects do not fall and liquids are not
spilled into the enclosure through any openings. Liquid
lled objects such as vases should not be placed on the
equipment.
4. Ventilation
Do not place the equipment on a bed, sofa, rug or similar
soft surface, or in an enclosed bookcase or cabinet, since
ventilation may be impeded. We recommend a minimum
distance of 50mm (2 inches) around the sides and top of the
appliance to provide adequate ventilation.
5. Heat
Locate the appliance away from naked ames or heat
producing equipment such as radiators, stoves or other
appliances (including other ampliers) that produce heat.
6. Climate
The appliance has been designed for use in moderate
climates.
7. Racks and stands
Only use a rack or stand that is recommended for use with
audio equipment. If the equipment is on a portable rack it
should be moved with great care, to avoid overturning the
combination.
8. Cleaning
Unplug the unit from the mains supply before cleaning.
The case should normally only require a wipe with a soft,
damp, lint-free cloth. Do not use paint thinners or other
chemical solvents for cleaning.
We do not advise the use of furniture cleaning sprays or
polishes as they can cause indelible white marks if the unit
is subsequently wiped with a damp cloth.
9. Power sources
Only connect the appliance to a power supply of the type
described in the operating instructions or as marked on the
appliance.
10. 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 and plugs,
and the point where they exit from the appliance.
11. Grounding
Ensure that the grounding means of the appliance is not
defeated.
12. Power lines
Locate any outdoor antenna/aerial away from power lines.
13. Non-use periods
If the unit has a stand-by function, a small amount of
current will continue to ow into the equipment in this
mode. Unplug the power cord of the appliance from the
outlet if left unused for a long period of time.
14. Abnormal smell
If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected from the
appliance, turn the power off immediately and unplug the
unit from the wall outlet. Contact your dealer immediately.
15. Servicing
You should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that
described in this handbook. All other servicing should be
referred to qualied service personnel.
16. Damage requiring service
The appliance should be serviced by qualied service
personnel when:
A. the power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged,
or
B. objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into the
appliance, or
C. the appliance has been exposed to rain, or
D. the appliance does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance, or
E. the appliance has been dropped or the enclosure
damaged.
Safety compliance
This product has been designed to meet the IEC 60065
international electrical safety standard.
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Contents
Safety guidelines......................................E-2
Important safety instructions ............................E-2
Safety compliance ...........................................E-2
Before you start!......................................E-4
Installation ..............................................E-6
Positioning the unit ..........................................E-6
Notes on installing the AVP700..........................E-6
Audio connections............................................E-7
Video connections............................................ E-8
Zone 2 connections.......................................... E-9
Connecting the AM and FM antennas................ E-10
Control connections ....................................... E-10
Connecting to a power supply ......................... E-10
Conguring the AVP700 .........................E-11
Set-up mode................................................. E-11
The ‘Basic’ Set-up Menus................................ E-12
The ‘Advanced’ Set-up Menus.......................... E-16
Saving Settings and Exit Set-up ...................... E-17
Remote control.......................................E-18
Operating your AVP700..........................E-19
Switching on/off............................................ E-19
Volume control .............................................. E-19
Front panel display ........................................ E-19
Input selection.............................................. E-20
Stereo Direct ................................................ E-20
Zone 2 ......................................................... E-20
Headphones.................................................. E-20
Effects/FX..................................................... E-21
Mode ........................................................... E-21
Treble/Bass................................................... E-21
Remote control buttons .................................. E-21
Using the tuner ............................................. E-22
Using the Main Menu...................................... E-23
Surround modes.....................................E-25
Introduction.................................................. E-25
Digital multi-channel sources .......................... E-25
Two-channel source modes ............................. E-26
Multi-channel source modes............................ E-26
DSP Effects Modes......................................... E-27
Speaker positioning ...............................E-27
Troubleshooting.....................................E-28
IR Remote Codes....................................E-30
SCART connections.................................E-32
Technical specications..........................E-33
Guarantee ..............................................E-34
Worldwide Guarantee..................................... E-34
On line registration ........................................ E-34
Appendix: Serial programming interface E-35
Introduction.................................................. E-35
Command Specications ................................ E-36
The small print:
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Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories, Inc.
‘Dolby’, ‘Pro Logic’, ‘Surround EX’ and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential unpublished works. Copyright © 1992–1999 Dolby
Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
U.S. Pat. No’s. 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762;
6,226,616; 6,487,535 and other U.S. and world-wide patents
issued and pending. “DTS”, “DTS-ES”, “Neo:6”, and “DTS 96/24” are
trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Copyright © 1996, 2003 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights
Reserved.
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Before you start!
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Arcam AVP700 Surround Sound Receiver.
The AVP700 is a home cinema processor built to Arcam’s quality design and manufacturing standards. It
combines high resolution digital processing with high performance audio and video components to bring
you an unrivalled home entertainment centre.
The AVP700 allows switching and volume control of seven analogue and six digital sources; additionally,
it has a built-in radio tuner. Since many of these sources are capable of putting high quality video signals
out, the AVP700 includes broadcast-quality video-switching for composite-, S-video-, component-,
RGB- and HDMI-video signals. Inputs and outputs for both tape and VCR, as well as a digital output, are
provided for your recording needs and DVD-Audio or SACD are catered for via the multi-channel input.
As well as using either the front-panel buttons or the IR-remote, the AVP700 can be controlled via the
RS232 port on the rear; the port can also be used to upload future software enhancements.
As well as providing the audio and video for the main listening area, the AVP700 allows the same, or a
different, source to be routed to a second area (called ‘Zone 2’), such as the kitchen, bedroom, lounge,
etc. Zone 2 can have full remote control over the source selection and volume in that area.
The installation of the AVP700 in a listening room is a process that requires care. For this reason, the
installation information given in this handbook is very comprehensive and should be followed.
Using this handbook
This handbook has been designed to give you all the information you need to install, connect, set-up and
use the Arcam AVP700. The supplied remote-control handset is also described.
If your AVP700 has been installed and set up as part of your Hi- installation by a quali ed Arcam
dealer, you may wish to skip the sections of this handbook dealing with installation and move directly to
the section detailing the operation of your unit. The contents listing on page 3 should help you nd the
sections of interest.
Safety
Safety guidelines are set out on page 2 of this handbook.
Many of these items are common sense precautions but, for your own safety, and to ensure that you do
not damage the unit, we recommend that you read them.
This is a class 1 product and requires an earth connection.
What’s in the box?
Please con rm that the following items are in the box when you receive it:
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Arcam AVP700 surround-sound receiver — the model number is shown on the right of the front
panel of the player;
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Arcam CR-80 remote control with 2 ‘AA’ batteries — the remote control model number is shown
on the front at the bottom of the remote control;
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FM ribbon and AM loop antennae;
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Mains power lead appropriate for the mains supply in your area;
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Product registration card and envelope.
If any of these items are missing or incorrect, please contact your Arcam dealer immediately.
Inserting the batteries into the remote control
The remote control requires 2 ‘AA’ batteries to operate.
Notes on inserting the remote control batteries
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Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such as leakage and bursting.
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Do not mix old and new batteries together.
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Do not use different kinds of battery together—although they may look similar,
different batteries may have different voltages.
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Ensure that the plus (+) and minus (—) ends of each battery match the indications in
the battery compartment.
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Remove batteries from equipment that is not going to be used for a month or more.
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When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental (or other)
regulations that apply in your country or area.
Using the remote control
Please keep in mind the following when using the remote control:
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Ensure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the remote
sensor on the AVP700. The remote has a range of about 7 metres.
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Remote operation may become unreliable if strong sunlight or uorescent light is
shining on the remote sensor of the AVP700.
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Replace the batteries when you notice a reduction in the operating range of the
remote control.
1. Open the cover of the remote
control battery compartment
2. Insert the batteries into the
remote control
3. Close the cover of the remote
control battery compartment
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Before making connections
Before connecting your equipment it is important to think about the following points, as these will affect
your choice of connections and subsequent use of the system.
Audio
Wherever possible, connect both the analogue and digital outputs of digital sources. This enables use
of a digital input for the main zone with the corresponding analogue input used for recording onto an
analogue tape deck or VCR, or for the Zone 2 output.
Video
The AVP700 allows for conversion between different analogue video formats. This means that the
AVP700 can convert between composite, S-video and component, if required.
For example, if you are watching a composite input from a VCR, you may view it from the S-video or
Component/RGB video outputs of the AVP700. This allows you to use a single (typically high-quality
Component/RGB) connection between the AVP700 and your display device. Neither the record loops nor
Zone 2 work from the video converter, however. This means that to record a S-video or composite signal,
a S-video or composite signal (respectively) must be supplied; to view video in Zone 2, a composite
signal is required.
The analogue video quality hierarchy is as follows:
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Component/RGB – highest
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S-video – middle
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Composite – lowest
If all the video inputs are connected simultaneously from one device, e.g., a DVD player, the AVP700 will
select automatically the best format available.
HDMI
The AVP700 is tted with two HDMI inputs and one HDMI output, allowing switching of HDMI
signals. The AVP700 does not perform conversion between analogue audio/video and HDMI, but
does allow an HDMI input to be associated with a particular source, so that selecting the source
selects the associated HDMI input.
HDMI signals cannot be routed to Zone 2. If you are using an HDMI connection and you wish to
have the same audio and video in Zone 2, then you will need additionally to provide analogue
audio and video connections (as described above).
Zone 2
A line-level signal from the stereo analogue audio together with the composite video inputs
are available for Zone 2. The analogue inputs from source components are required because
the AVP700 provides no analogue-to-digital, DSP processing or digital-to-analogue conversion;
the composite video connections are required since the AVP700 does not perform video format
conversion for Zone 2.
For these reasons, we recommend that source devices that have a digital connection are also
connected to the analogue inputs. High quality YUV/RGB and S-video sources should also have
their composite outputs connected to the AVP700 for use in Zone 2.
Zone 2 explained
As well as routing audio and video signals to your main listening/viewing area, your AVP700 is
capable of routing the same, or different, signals to a second location (a kitchen, bedroom or
study, for example). This second location is called ‘Zone 2’.
Although we have tried to make it as simple as possible, installation of the AVP700 for use with Zone 2
is usually quite complicated, principally because there are often several different ways of reaching the
same goal. This exibility means that the AVP700 will, almost certainly, be able to work in the way that
you require, but some planning will be necessary.
If you wish to use a Zone 2, we recommend that you read the “Installation” section of this handbook
thoroughly before beginning, in order to understand all the options available to you. If you have any
questions, please contact your dealer: he will be happy to offer advice and assistance.
HDMI (High Denition
Multimedia Interface)
supports both video
and audio on a single
digital connection for
use with DVD players,
digital TV, set-top
boxes, etc. HDMI was
developed to combine
the technologies of
High-bandwidth Digital
Content Protection
(HDCP) and the Digital
Visual Interface (DVI)
in one specication,
with the addition of
transmission of digital
audio information; HDCP
is used to protect digital
content transmitted to
DVI-compliant displays.
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Installation
Positioning the unit
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Place the AVP700 on a level, rm surface.
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Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near sources of heat or damp.
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Do not place the unit on top of a power ampli er or other source of heat.
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Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not place the unit in an enclosed space such as a bookcase or
closed cabinet unless there is good provision for ventilation. The AVP700 may run warm, even
during normal operation.
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Make sure the IR receiver in the centre of the front panel display is unobstructed, otherwise use
of the remote control will be impaired. If line-of-sight is impractical, an infrared remote repeater
can be used with the rear panel IR connector (this is described later in this handbook).
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Do not place your record deck on top of this unit.
Record decks are very sensitive to the noise generated by mains power supplies, which will be
heard as ‘hum’ if the record deck is too close.
Notes on installing the AVP700
The inputs are named to make it easier to reference when connecting source components to the AVP700
(e.g., a DVD or VCR), but all inputs have the same circuitry. This means that there is no reason why you
should not connect a different device from that labelled to any of the inputs. For example, if you had two
DVD players and the AV input was not being used, then the second DVD player could be connected to
the AV input.
Cables
We recommend the use of high quality screened analogue, digital and video cables, since inferior
quality cables will degrade the overall quality of your system. Use only cables that are designed for the
particular application as other cables will have different impedance characteristics that will degrade
performance (for example, do not use cabling intended for audio use to carry video signals). All cables
should be kept as short as is practically possible.
Video and digital connections must be made with cables that are designed for this purpose, i.e., coaxial
cable with a 75Ω impedance. If substandard cables are used you may suffer from poor picture quality
such as ghost images and/or grainy picture quality (snow).
Speaker cables should be kept short to ensure ef cient power transmission and avoid audible distortion.
It is good practice when connecting your equipment to ensure that the mains power supply cabling is
kept as far away as possible from your audio and video cables, as this will provide the best sound and
picture quality. Failure to do so may result in unwanted noise in the audio and video signals.
TAPE
CD
DVD-A IN
OUTPUTS
AUDIO VIDEO DIGITAL IN
REMOTE
RS232 CONTROL
FR FL CEN RS LS RSB LSB
OUT
IN
VCR
OUT
IN
AUX
AV
SAT
DVD
S
C
MON
OUT
ZONE2
VIDEO
OUT
DIGITAL
OUT
CD
AV
DVD
SAT
AUX
TAPE
R
L
R
L
IN
IN
OUT
FR
RS
RSB
CEN
FL
LS
LSB
SUB
FR
RS
RSB
CEN
FL
LS
LSB
SUB
IN
ZONE
2
IN
LOCAL
OUT
1/RGB 2/S-VID
12V
TRIGGER
(Z1 & Z2)
VIDEO TRIGGER
AC
INLET
AV
DVD
OUT
SAT
AM
GND
HIGH QUALITY VIDEO IN
FM
(USA) 10K
(EU) 9K
AM STEP
230
GROUND
LIFT
GROUND
SUB
DVD
SAT
OUTIN
HDMI
The AVP700 rear panel
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Audio connections
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Wherever possible, connect both the analogue and digital outputs of digital sources. This enables
use of a digital input for the main zone and the corresponding analogue input for recording onto
an analogue tape deck or VCR, and for the Zone 2 output if used.
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Take care to place the audio cables as far from any power supply cabling as is practically possible
to reduce hum and other noise problems.
Analogue audio connections
STEREO INPUTS
2
VCR, 4 AUX, 5 AV,
6
SAT,
7
DVD, br TAPE IN,
bs
CD.
Connect the left and right outputs of your source equipment to the left and right inputs for each
device.
Connection of record decks:
The AVP700 is not tted with a phono pre-ampli er. If you wish to connect a record deck
to the AVP700, then you will need an external pre-ampli er. Please contact your dealer for
further information and recommendations on the best option for your system.
MULTI-CHANNEL DVD-A/SACD INPUTS
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RIGHT, 9 LEFT, bk RIGHT SURROUND, bl LEFT SURROUND,
bo
CENTRE, bp SUB.
Connect the audio outputs of your DVD-Audio or SACD player to these input sockets.
bm
RS BACK, and bn LS BACK.
These are available for formats requiring eight channels. Currently no formats are available
requiring these connections, but they are provided for future compatibility.
The multi-channel input is intended for use with sources that decode the surround channels
internally, such as DVD-A or SACD players.
The AVP700 switches these analogue inputs directly to the analogue outputs via its volume control
circuit. This direct path maintains the best possible sound quality for DVD-A and SACD sources; it
has the side-effect that there is no bass-management for DVD-A or SACD players. In this case, the
bass-management functionality of the player itself should be used.
STEREO OUTPUTS
1
VCR OUT, 3 AUX OUT, bq TAPE OUT.
Connect the left and right audio outputs sockets to the left and right input sockets of your cassette
deck, VCR or AUX (usually labelled ‘RECORD IN’). The VCR/AUX connections may also be used for a
second or third cassette deck.
Digital audio connections
INPUTS
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CD, cm DVD, cn AV, co SAT, cp AUX, cq TAPE.
Connect the digital outputs of your available source equipment to these inputs.
If required, each of these six inputs can be allocated to a different audio input from that indicated
by the input label, through the ‘Digital Settings’ page of the Set-up menu. This means that, for
example, if you wish to use an optical connection for your DVD player, the optical connection for the
SAT, AUX, or TAPE can be used and the audio from that digital input assigned to the DVD button.
OUTPUTS
bt ck
DIGITAL OUT.
Two digital output connections are available: optical and coaxial. The two connections carry the same
information at all times and both may be used simultaneously. Connect the digital outputs to your
digital recording devices such as a CD-R, digital VCR or MiniDisc player.
When a digital source is selected, the digital output will send an exact copy of the incoming digital
signal. For example, for a 5.1 digital source, the digital output will also be in 5.1 format.
When an analogue source is selected, the digital output will be muted.
These outputs are also muted if a source is selected where the only connection for that source is HDMI.
The digital audio from the HDMI link (if any) is not routed to these outputs.
Analogue pre-ampli er outputs
The pre-ampli er outputs are used to send signals your power ampli er (such as the Arcam P1000).
All of these outputs are at line-level.
There are two connection types available: buffered phono outputs, or balanced XLR connections. The
recommended connection type to use depends on the distance between the AVP700 and your power
ampli er, and the type of power amp. that you are using.
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If the cables are less than 3m long, or the power ampli er does not have balanced inputs, we
recommend the use of the buffered (phono) connections;
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If the cables are to be 3m or longer, the balanced (XLR)
outputs are likely to give better results.
Note that it is not possible to damage either the AVP700 or
your power ampli er by using the “wrong” connection type. The
connection types may be mixed, if necessary.
AUDIO
OUT
IN
VCR
OUT
IN
AUX
AV
SAT
DVD
R
L
DVD-A IN
FR
RS
RSB
CEN
FL
LS
LSB
SUB
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL
OUT
CD
AV
DVD
SAT
AUX
TAPE
OUTPUTS
FR
RS
RSB
CEN
FL
LS
LSB
SUB
TAPE
CD
R
L
IN
IN
OUT
FR FL CEN RS LS RSB LSB SUB
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Regardless of the connection type chosen, you should make connections as follows:
FR (Right) FL (Left), CEN (Centre): Connect these to the equivalent front channel inputs of your power
ampli er.
SUB: Sub woofer output. Connect this to the input of your active sub woofer, if you have one.
LS: Surround left output. Connect this output to the surround left power ampli er input.
RS: Surround right output. Connect this output to the surround right power ampli er input.
LSB, RSB: Surround back left and right outputs (only used in 7.1 channel systems).
Video connections
The AVP700 allows for conversion between different analogue
video formats. This means that the AVP700 can convert between
composite, S-video and component, if required.
For example, if you are watching a composite input from a VCR,
you may view it from the S-video or Component/RGB video
outputs of the AVP700. This allows you to use a single (typically
high-quality Component/RGB) connection between the AVP700
and your display device.
The record loops do not work from the video converter.
This means that to record a S-video or composite signal,
a S -video or composite signal (respectively) must be
supplied.
Note that no conversion between HDMI and any analogue video type (or vice-versa) is possible.
Composite/S-video video connections
dm dn
MONITOR OUT.
Two video output connectors are provided, one for S -Video and one for composite video. The
outputs carry the same information at all times (and both may be used simultaneously, if required).
Connect one of these outputs to the video input of your display device.
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VCR IN, ds AUX IN, dt AV, ek SAT, el DVD.
Connect the composite video outputs of your source equipment to these inputs. The choice of
connection to use (S-video or composite) depends on where the signal is to be routed to: if the
signal is to be used in Zone 2, then a composite connection is required; if the signal is to be used
for recording (routed to a VCR, for example), then the connection type must match the connection
to the recording device (i.e., if the recording device requires a S-video signal, then a S-video
connection from the source equipment must be used).
If both connections are made, the signal from the S-video input will be used for the main zone if no
Component/RGB signal is supplied.
dp
VCR OUT, dr AUX OUT.
Connect one of the S-video or composite video outputs to the video input of your VCR or AUX. The
connection used must match the video type of the source you wish to record (as described above).
For example: if you wish to record a S-video signal from your satellite receiver on your VCR, the
connection to the VCR must also use S-video.
Component video connections
These inputs are suitable for connection to component (YUV/YCrCb) or RGB outputs. These signals are
usually available from a DVD player, set-top box or games console and offer the best possible analogue
picture quality.
Note that the high-quality component video connections operate independently of the
composite/S-video connections.
Generally, the component video standard is used in North America/NTSC regions, while RGB
is used in Europe.
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AV, eo DVD, ep SAT INPUTS. Connect the video outputs of your high-quality video sources
to these inputs.
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HIGH QUALITY VIDEO OUT. Connect these sockets to the component video inputs of your
display device.
Important notes about HQ-video inputs and outputs
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In the ‘Video Settings’ set-up menu, each of these three high-quality component video inputs
can be allocated individually to any of the other inputs, e.g., the input labelled “DVD” does not
have to be used for DVD, but can be used for something else. See page 14 for further
details.
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You cannot mix component and RGB sources. Selection of component or RGB can be
made in the Set-up menu ‘General Settings’ page (see page 10).
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The high-quality component video inputs have suf cient bandwidth for line-doubled
NTSC (525/60) or PAL (625/50) video (“progressive scan”) and also US HDTV video
signals. However, when used with such signals the OSD is not overlaid on the picture
but is output at standard interlaced NTSC or PAL (525 or 625 line) rate on a solid
background.
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When using the HQ-video inputs, the composite and S-video outputs will be muted. This
is because the processing for the on-screen display would create invalid video signals on
these outputs.
VIDEO
OUT
IN
VCR
OUT
IN
AUX
AV
SAT
DVD
S
C
MON
OUT
ZONE2
VIDEO
OUT
AV
DVD
OUT
SAT
HIGH QUALITY VIDEO IN
The following video conversions are possible:
To:
From:
Composite S-video Component/
RGB
Composite Yes Yes Yes
S-video Yes Yes Yes
Component/
RGB
No No Yes
Note that conversion between RGB and Component video
(or vice-versa) is not supported by the AVP700.
When you connect
your devices to these
connectors, take care to
follow the letter/colour
coding for each input.
No damage will occur if
connected incorrectly,
but unusually coloured
or unstable pictures will
result.
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SCART RGB 4-WIRE CONNECTION
(SCART refers to the multi-pole A/V connector used commonly on European A/V equipment.)
Some video projectors and most European TV sets require the use of a 4-wire RGB connection, where
the ‘sync’ signal is separate from RGB. In this case, you need to use the composite video MONITOR
OUT
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for the sync information. A cable is available from your dealer to make this 4-wire RGB
connection (refer to the table of SCART connections at the back of the manual). Note that use of this
feature requires (in addition to the RGB connections) a composite video connection between the source
and the AVP700, in order to supply the additional synchronisation signal.
Note that most SCART TV inputs will require the SCART RGB status line to be controlled before the RGB
signal will be displayed. The RGB trigger output will control this signal when connected to the SCART
socket using a cable of the type given on page 32. These cables are available from your dealer.
The AVP700 does not support either 5-wire RGB HV or 3-wire RGB sync-on-green connections.
HDMI
An HDMI connection between a source and your display device offers the best possible picture quality.
This connection type is, however, the most limiting in terms of routing and conversion.
The AVP700 provides two HDMI inputs; these are labelled ‘DVD’ and ‘SAT’ in anticipation of the
most common use for these connectors, but they may be used for any HDMI source. These inputs
may be con gured to be associated with any of the other sources, so that selecting that source
(‘AUX’, for example), selects one of the HDMI inputs instead of the usual input associated with
that source.
It is important to realise that analogue video sources cannot be routed by the AVP700 to the HDMI
output, nor can either of the HDMI inputs be converted to analogue video (of any sort). The AVP700 acts
simply as a switching device, selecting one of the inputs and routing it to the output.
Keeping the above in mind, it will be necessary (as with the high-quality analogue video connections),
to provide a composite video feed, in addition to the HDMI connection, if the video is to be routed to
Zone 2.
Zone 2 connections
The AVP700 allows independent routing and control of analogue audio and composite
video to a second room such as a kitchen, bedroom or lounge. This second room is known
as ‘Zone 2’.
For Zone 2, the AVP700 outputs a line-level audio signal taken from the stereo analogue
audio, and a composite video signal taken from the composite video input (for a given
source). The analogue inputs are required because there is no analogue-to-digital, DSP
processing or digital-to-analogue conversion available for Zone 2 signals. As the AVP700
does not convert video formats for Zone 2, a composite video signal must also be
connected from the source.
For these reasons, we recommend that source devices that have a digital connection are
also connected via the analogue inputs. High quality YUV/RGB and S-video sources should
also have their composite video outputs connected to the AVP700 for use in Zone 2.
NOTE: As a composite input is required for Zone 2, it may not be
possible to run your DVD player in progressive scan mode and to use
Zone 2 at the same time, unless your DVD player can output both
progressive scan and composite signals simultaneously.
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ZONE 2 OUT.
This is the audio output for Zone 2. Connect these to a line level input on
your Zone 2 ampli er.
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ZONE 2 VIDEO OUT (Composite video connection).
This is the video output for Zone 2. Connect to your Zone 2 video display
using 75Ω low loss coaxial cable.
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IN ZONE 2.
This allows the AVP700 to be controlled remotely from Zone 2 via infrared
remote control. See the panel for connection information.
MON
OUT
ZONE2
VIDEO
OUT
ZONE
2
REMOTE
IN
ZONE
2
IN
LOCAL
OUT
12V
TRIGGER
(Z1 & Z2)
Zone 2 remote controller connection.
A receiver compatible with this connector fk is
available from Xantech (part no. 291-10). Please
contact a Xantech registered dealer for this part,
as ARCAM does not stock them.
See www.xantech.com for more information.
The 3.5mm jack plug for this connector is wired
as follows:
3.5mm stereo jack Function
Tip Signal
Ring 0V
Sleeve 12V,
30mA current-limited
This follows the Xantech standard for IR
transmission over wire.
HDMI
DVD
SAT
OUTIN
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Connecting the AM and FM antennas
FM antenna
A VHF antenna is required to receive FM radio signals.
Although a VHF ribbon antenna is supplied as an accessory to the AVP700, for optimal FM radio reception
a roof- or loft-mounted aerial is advised as this will give superior reception. It is recommended that any
roof-top antenna is tted by an experienced contractor as a contractor will be able to align your antenna
to the nearest FM transmitter.
In some areas cable radio may be available or, in an apartment building, a distributed antenna system
may be installed. In either of these cases you should have sockets in your home marked FM or VHF (do
not use those marked TV), which should be connected to the FM in socket fr of the AVP700.
If you wish to use the supplied FM ribbon cable, mount this as high up as possible on a wall with the
‘T’-elements positioned horizontally. Try each usable wall of the room to see which gives best
reception and use tacks or adhesive tape to secure the aerial in a T shape (note that no tacks
should come into contact with the internal wire of the aerial). When assembled (see box, right),
the plug on the ribbon cable should be connected to the FM-in socket fr of the AVP700.
AM antenna
An medium wave antenna is required to receive AM radio signals.
An AM loop antenna is supplied as an accessory with the AVP700. This should be attached to
the AM antenna inputs fq with one end connected to ‘AM’ and the other to’ Ground’ (it does not
matter which way round this antenna is tted). Rotate the antenna to discover which position
gives the best reception.
In areas of weak reception, or when the AVP700 is in use inside a steel-framed building (such as
an apartment building), you can use a wire between 3 and 5 metres long to strengthen reception. Mount
this high up outside the building (if possible) and connect one end of this wire to the AM antenna input
in addition to the loop aerial supplied (do not disconnect the AM loop antenna).
AM STEP SIZE
The AM tuning ‘step size’ needs to be set according to your location. This is done using the switch on the
rear panel fs: set it to 10kHz if you are in North America or 9kHz anywhere else. Note that this should
be set correctly even if you do not intend to use AM reception as it also alters some FM tuner settings for
use in North America.
Control connections
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(REMOTE) OUT. This puts any remote control signal out that is received by either the front panel or
from one of the remote control connections. It allows remote control of source components; control is
possible by either connecting this output to the devices to be controlled via the 3.5mm IR jack socket
(Arcam units only) or by using an IR emitter stuck to the centre of the IR sensor window on the source
component (such as a Xantech 283MW mini emitter).
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IN LOCAL. Use with a local IR receiver when the AVP700 front panel IR receiver is obstructed.
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IN ZONE 2. This allows the AVP700 to be controlled remotely from Zone 2 via infrared remote
control (see section ‘Zone 2 connections’ above for further details).
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RS232 CONTROL Use with control devices having an RS232 serial port (for example, Crestron and
AMX touch screen controllers). This connection is also used for upgrading control software. See the
sections at the end of this manual for control and programming information.
Trigger outputs
There are three trigger output sockets on the AVP700, each of which is a 3.5mm stereo jack with two
contacts, ‘tip’ and ‘ring’. See the tables for technical information on the trigger outputs.
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12V TRIGGER. This can be used for turning on and off automatically
power amps or source equipment for the main zone and Zone 2. The trigger
lead is wired as shown in the panel.
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VIDEO TRIGGER 1, fl VIDEO TRIGGER 2. These trigger outputs have
different functions depending on how the ‘Video Status’ has been set in the
‘General Settings’ menu. See page 10 for full details.
Connecting to a power supply
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POWER INLET. The AVP700 has a dual voltage power supply that can be switched between 120V and
230V AC. As supplied, this switch should be set correctly for your local supply.
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GROUND LIFT switch. In complex set-ups that include satellite inputs or radio antennas, grounding
the unit may increase the level of background hum or buzz in the loudspeakers. If this occurs, set the
GROUND LIFT switch to lift the signal ground from the chassis ground.
DO NOT REMOVE the safety earth from the mains cable under any circumstances.
Mains lead
This appliance is normally supplied with a mains plug already tted to the lead. Check that the plug
supplied with the unit ts your supply. Should you require a new mains lead, contact your Arcam dealer.
Plugging in
Push the plug (IEC line socket) of the power cable supplied with the unit into the power input socket
(fo) in the back of the unit. Make sure it is pushed in rmly. Put the plug on the other end of the cable
into your power supply socket and switch the socket on.
REMOTE
RS232 CONTROL
IN
ZONE
2
IN
LOCAL
OUT
1/RGB 2/S-VID
12V
TRIGGER
(Z1 & Z2)
Connection Function Voltage
Tip Main zone on On = 12V, 30mA
Off = 0V
Ring Zone 2 on On = 12V, 30mA
Off = 0V
Sleeve Ground 0V
AC
INLET
GROUND
LIFT
GROUND
230
fo
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AM
GND
FM
(USA) 10K
(EU) 9K
AM STEP
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fr
fs
Connecting the plug to
the FM ribbon cable:
1) loosen the two screws
on the plug;
2) insert the spade
connectors of the ribbon
cable under the screws;
3) re-tighten the screws
onto the connectors.
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Con guring the AVP700
The AVP700 ‘Set-up Menu’ has six ‘Basic’ and six ‘Advanced’ menu screens that take you through the
con guration process. The ‘Basic’ menus enable you to match your AVP700 to your speakers; the
‘Advanced’ menus allow you to optimise the operation of your system. Screen shots of these menus are
shown in shaded boxes on the following pages.
The best way to set the AVP700 up is using the on-screen display (OSD). To view the OSD for the
initial set up, use the composite video output to connect to your TV. This is because the high
quality video output has several display modes and may be incompatible with your high quality display
device in its default con guration. The OSD will not be visible at all if you try to use an HDMI
connection.
Set-up mode
To enter the Set-up menus press and hold the MENU button on the remote control or on the front panel,
for at least two seconds. The ‘Set-up Menu Index’ is displayed on your display device.
Set-up Menu Index
The Set-up menu index page is the rst page that is displayed when the Set-up menu is
entered. This page allows you access to the six ‘Basic’ and six ‘Advanced’ menus.
Navigating the Set-up menu
... BY USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
The Set-up menu can be navigated by using the cursor (arrow) keys on the remote
control. This is by far the easiest method.
1. To enter the Set-up menu, press and hold the MENU button (which is located
immediately under the navigation buttons) for at least two seconds, until the
Index page appears. (Pressing the menu button for just a short time will take
you to ‘Main Menu Screen 1’. If this happens, the Main Menu can be closed by pressing MENU for
a second time.)
2. When the menu heading is highlighted, using the D and E keys will navigate between menu
pages. Using this method to navigate between pages the rst time the unit is being con gured
will help to ensure that no pages are missed out.
3. Use the C and B keys to navigate up and down the menu lines.
4. To change the setting for a particular menu item, highlight the item then use the D and E keys
to cycle through the options for that item.
5. Once you have set all the menu items on a page to have values that are appropriate for your
system, move the menu highlight to the top of the screen (the menu heading) and press E to
move to the next menu page.
6. At any time, press the MENU button to return to the main Set-up menu index screen.
7. To save the changes you have made, return to the Set-up menu index page and highlight the
‘Save Set-up’ item at the bottom of the screen. Press the OK button to save the settings. Press
OK again to exit the Set-up menu.
In addition to the above method of moving from page to page using the D and E keys, each menu
page can be accessed directly from the Set-up menu index page. This is achieved by using the cursor
keys to move the menu highlight to the desired page on the Index page, then pressing OK.
... BY USING THE BUTTONS ON THE FRONT PANEL OF THE AVP700
The AVP700 front panel controls can be used to con gure the options. Follow the instructions given for
using the remote control, in this case using the EFFECT/6 button for ‘down’, the MODE/5 button for ‘up’
and the volume control for left and right.
MENU
OK
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