READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is
operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
HEED WARNING - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
WATER AND MOISTURE - The appliance should not be used near water - for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
LOCATION - The appliance should be installed in a stable location.
WALL OR CEILING MOUNT - The appliance should not be mounted to a wall or ceiling.
VENTILATION - The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its
proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug or similar
surface that may block the ventilation openings.
HEAT - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other appliances that produce heat.
POWER SOURCES - The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in
the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
GROUNDING - Make sure that this unit is always connected to a standard three-prong grounded outlet
(the circular pin is ground). When operating this unit at a higher voltage with a different power cord
configuration, consult your dealer for the proper power cord/outlet combination to use
ing this unit.
POWER CORD PROTECTION - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
CLEANING - The appliance should be cleaned only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never clean
with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or other volatile liquids since they may corrode the face plate.
POWER LINES - An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.
NONUSE PERIODS - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left
unused for a long period of time.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled
into the enclosure through openings.
before operat-
The lightning flash with the arrowhead, within an equilateral triangle,
is intended to alert the user of the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electrical shock to persons.
IMPORTANT
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO PREVENT RISK
OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - The appliance should be serviced by an authorized service center or
•The power supply cord or plug has been damaged; or
•Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or
•The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
•The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked
•The appliance has been dropped; or the enclosure has been damaged.
SERVICING - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE. REPLACE FUSE ONLY AS MARKED.
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT PLUG THIS UNIT INT O ANY OUTLET OR EXTENSION
CORD WITHOUT THE ST ANDARD THREE-PRONG CONFIGURA TION, WHERE THE CIRCULAR HOLE
IS USED FOR THE GROUND PLUG. ANY UNITS NOT SOLD IN THE UNITED STATES OR CANADA
ARE NOT SUPPLIED WITH A POWER CORD. THEREFORE, AN AUDIO DESIGN ASSOCIATES DEALER
SHOULD BE CONSULTED BEFORE CONNECTING THIS UNIT TO
THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH A VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH. IN MOST CASES, THIS SWITCH
WILL REMAIN IN THE 115V POSITION (SEE PICTURE BELOW), WHICH IS HOW THE UNIT LEAVES
THE FACTORY. HOWEVER, IF YOU WANT TO OPERATE THE UNIT IN AN AREA THAT USES THE
230V SETTING, CONSULT YOUR DEALER
THE 230V SETTING WOULD BE NEEDED, AUDIO DESIGN ASSOCIATES WILL NOT PROVIDE A POWER
CORD FOR THE UNIT. THEREFORE, THE USER MUST CONSULT AN AUTHORIZED DEALER OR
ADA TO OBT AIN THE PROPER POWER CORD, AS WELL. MAKE SURE THAT THE VOLTAGE SELEC-
TOR SWITCH IS IN THE PROPER POSITION AND THAT YOU HAVE THE CORRECT POWER CORD
BEFORE THIS UNIT IS PLUGGED IN AND OPERATED!
qualified service personnel when:
change in performance; or
instructions. For all other service requirements, the user should contact an Authorized Dealer or
Service Center.
WARNING:
CAUTION:
ANY POWER SOURCE.
LINE VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH AND REMOVABLE POWER CORD:
BEFORE PLUGGING THE UNIT IN. IN A CASE WHERE
The exclamation point within the
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user of the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instruction in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
Final Input ................................................................................................................................................ 34
Auxiliary DC Triggers.............................................................................................................................. 42
Turn On Input........................................................................................................................................... 43
Tone Controls................................................................................................................................. 58
Tone Presets - Out of the Box ................................................................................................................ 58
Recalling Tone Presets ........................................................................................................................... 59
Speaker Groups ....................................................................................................................................... 60
Treble Group A......................................................................................................................................... 61
Bass Group A........................................................................................................................................... 61
Treble Group B......................................................................................................................................... 61
Bass Group B........................................................................................................................................... 62
Storing Tone Presets............................................................................................................................... 62
Maximum Volume Level .......................................................................................................................... 64
Analog Gain ............................................................................................................................................. 64
Solo Mode ....................................................................................................................................... 65
RS-232 Control Options................................................................................................................. 66
ADA Bus Data Port .................................................................................................................................. 66
ISO-232 ADA Bus to RS-232 Wired I/O Device ......................................................................................66
Before you plug your Cinema
Reference into an AC outlet,
make certain that the voltage
selector switch is set to the
proper position. The Cinema
Reference’s safety fuse is set
to match the voltage selector’s
setting. There are two voltage
selector switches and two
safety fuse holders. When
viewing the Cinema Reference
from the front, the Main
Switch/Fuse are on the units
left side. The VGA Switch/
Fuse are located on the units
rear panel.
If you are altering the Voltage
Selector Switches, you will
also most likely need to
change the safety fuses.
AC Connection
For customers who are using the U.S. standard AC receptacle, you will use the EIC AC Power Cord
provided with the Cinema Reference Mach II. Simply plug this AC cord into an operative AC outlet.
For customers who are using a non-U.S. standard AC receptacle, you will need to acquire an EIC AC
Power Cord with the appropriate receptacle connector. ADA only provides AC Power Cords with the
U.S. standard AC prongs.
As you remove the Cinema Reference Mach II from its packaging,
inspect the condition of the component prior to proceeding with the
following steps for AC connection. In the event that the Cinema
Reference Mach II appears to have suffered cosmetic damage due
to shipping, please contact your Authorized ADA Dealer immediately and do not proceed to plug the unit into an AC outlet.
Caution
Before plugging your Cinema Reference Mach II into an AC outlet,
check the Voltage Selector Switch settings (the Main Switch and
Fuse holder is located on the units left side when looking at the
Cinema Reference from the front and the VGA Switch and Fuse
holder is located on the units back panel) and make certain that the
selector is set to your appropriate voltage position. For U.S. customers, this setting should be 115V. For international customers,
you may need to set this switch to 230V.
Fuse Values
For U.S. customers or international customers also operating on a
1 15V AC system, the Main fuse value of the Cinema Reference Mach
II should be a 1 Amp Slow Blow fuse. For international customers
operating on a 230V AC system, the Main fuse value should be 1/2
Amp Slow Blow . The safety Main fuse is located next to the Voltage
selector switch on the Cinema Reference’s left side (when viewing it
from the front.) The VGA fuse is located on the rear panel. For
systems operating at 115V AC, the fuse value is 2/10 Amp Slow
Blow. For systems operating at 230V AC, the VGA fuse value is
1/10 Amp Slow Blow.
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L'Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
DC 2
1- 2+
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
WARNING!
AVERTISSEMENT!
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
AC INPUT
II
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115 V
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
Plug into Cinema Reference
Plug into an AC Outlet
Power Amplifier (& Powered Subwoofer) Connections
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
Audio Connections
The Cinema Reference Mach II’s Audio Outputs are clearly marked in a white field on the back of the
ADA strongly suggests not using directional interconnects that lift the grounds. This diagram
unit.
includes ADA’s PTM-8150 Eight Channel Power Amplifier. While you may decide to vary the input
arrangement if you are using a PTM-8150, the following input arrangement will cause the amplifier ’s
front panel LED display to spread outward from Channel 4, the center channel speaker. If you are
using a self-powered subwoofer, you will connect the Cinema Reference’s SUB Output directly to the
subwoofer . If you are using a self powered subwoofer with the PTM-8150, you may opt to “Y” split the
SUB output so as to illuminate channel eight of the PTM-8150.
Amplifier AC Connections
The Cinema Reference Mach II incorporates a switched AC outlet which is rated at 10 Amps. This is
powerful enough for ADA ’s PTM-8150 or PTM-6150 Power Amplifiers. Several other power amplifiers
could also be plugged directly into this switched AC outlet. However, if the power amplifier is going to
draw more than 10 Amps (such as ADA ’s MP A-501 Five Channel THX High-Power Amplifier), you will
want to avoid using this switched AC outlet. To connect the power amplifier to the Cinema Reference
Mach II, you will need to use an EIC Male to EIC Female AC Cord. These AC cords are also used for
computers and computer monitors and are available in stores that support computer and AC products.
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
VIDEO INPUTS
5
3
1
6
4
2
L
3
2
1
R
PTM-8150
E
IGHT CHANNELPOWER AMPLIFIER
OUTPUT
2-16
Ω
+-
7
8
L
4
R
AUDIO INPUTS
S
BL
INPUT
47K
COMPOSITE & S-VIDEO
ARE UP-CONVERTED &
VIDEOOUT
1
2
L
5
R
ΩCH
1
R
INPUT
47K
Ω CH
OUTPUT
2-16
Ω
+-
5
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
12VDC OUT
100mA Max Per
DC 1
DC 2
1- 2+
1- 2+
AC OUTPUT
DC
10A~ Max Switched
1500W POWER
115 V~/60 Hz • 230 V~/50 Hz
CAUTION:
DISCONNECT SUPPLY
CORD BEFORE
SERVICING.
Ω
ATTENTION:
DEBRANCHER AVANT
LE DEPANNAGE.
WARNING!
RISK OF HAZARDOUS
ENERGY!
MAKE PROPER SPEAKER
CONNECTIONS.
AVERTISSEMENT! ENERGIE
ELECTRIQUE DANGEREUSE! FAIRE
DES CONNEXIONS PROPRES POUR
L'HAUTPARLEUR. VOIR LA NOTICE
DE FONCTIONNEMENT.
C
INEMA REFERENCE MACH
OME THEATER CONTROLLER
H
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
WARNING!
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC INPUT
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
Plug into
Cinema Reference
EIC Male to
EIC Female
Power Cord
REPLACE
WITH SAME
VALUE FUSE
10A S.B.~115V
5A S.B.~230V
VOLTAGE
SWITCH
230 V~
115 V~
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
115 V
II
115 V
Plug into
PTM-8150 or
another power
amplifier.
Sub Output To
Power Amplifier
For Passive Subs
Or Sub Output To
Powered Subwoofer
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Introduction - Front Panel Controls & Displays
Overview
The Cinema Reference Mach
II is factory set for optimum
operation. This section
details the front panel features
of the Cinema Reference. All
component functions can be
operated through the five
control knobs located on the
units front panel. The front
panel displays are also
explained in this section.
Active
Incoming
Channels
Mode
Indicator
Lamps
Welcome
The Cinema Reference Mach II is the world’s most advanced audio
video surround sound preamplifier.
The Box” for optimum operation. While it is designed to be easy
to setup and operate, ADA strongly recommends spending some
time familiarizing yourself with the units many functions and features. For those who wish to customize their home theater system,
the Cinema Reference Mach II is also equipped to be configured to
operate ideally in almost any environment and with many varying
source components. While the connection of components and accessories are discussed in the following sections, this area will explain the front panel features and basic operation commands of the
Cinema Reference Mach II’s front panel. The text found in italic
type in this manual’s margins will act as a quick reference when
reviewing these materials.
Active
Output
Channels
SELECT SERIES
Two-Line
Back-Lit LCD
Status Display
It is also configured “Out Of
Color
LCD Preview
Display
DVD DISC 1
ALL -24.0 DB
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Master
Reset
Switch
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Mode
Selector
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Volume
Control
& On/Off
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Channel
Selector
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Record
Selector
LCD Preview
Monitor
Contrast Control
Features
The Cinema Reference Mach II acts as both an input selector and surround sound decoder. It is
capable of decoding Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital (AC-3), and DTS encoded formats and also provide Lucasfilm THX Ultra 2 enhancements and filters. While the Cinema Reference Mach II can
automatically detect between Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic, and Dolby Digital/Dolby Pro Logic
(both decoding formats are used when playing two-channel encoded DVD discs {typically older movies available on DVD that are not mixed in six channels}), the option to engage either full THX enhancements or only THX Re-EQ must be manually set on the Cinema Reference Mach II. The Cinema Reference also provides several additional modes ideal for music playback. There are additional
settings that permit the Cinema Reference Mach II to also operate in home theaters where a full eight
channel speaker array may only be partially implemented (i.e. no back surround and/or no center
channel). Furthermore, the Cinema Reference Mach II also permits each channel to be set to its own
volume level with respect to all other channels as well as have its own delay setting. These features
and more are discussed in the upcoming sections.
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Power On, Mute, Off, & Master Volume Control
When the Cinema Reference is off, turning any knob or pushing any
knob other than the Volume knob will cause the Cinema Reference’s
center LCD display to indicate:
Power On
Press the Cinema Reference’s
PUSH VOLUME
FOR POWER ON
To turn on the Cinema Reference, providing the unit is not in
Mute, press the Volume knob once. Pressing of the Volume
knob performs only three functions.
Volume knob to engage power
on.
Front Plate
If the unit is off, pressing it will turn it on.
If the unit is on, pressing it once will engage Mute.
If the unit is in Mute, pressing it again will turn it off.
(To regain the audio (exit Mute), turn the Volume knob).
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Once the Cinema Reference
is on, turning the V olume knob
will only raise or lower the
system’s volume level. This
is considered the Master V olume Control as it will adjust
all eight channels of volume,
maintaining the balance of levels that are preset between
channels.
Press Knob
To Turn On
Press Knob
Once To Mute
Press Knob
Twice For Off
Side View
Mute
While the Cinema Reference is
on, pressing it’s Volume knob
once will mute all channels.
Power Off
While the Cinema Reference is
in Mute, pressing the Volume
knob a second time will turn
the Cinema Reference off.
Chassis Side
Un-Mute
While the Cinema Reference is
in Mute, turning the volume
knob, will regain audio.
Power On/Off Via AC Control
If the Cinema Reference is on
when it is unplugged or when
power is removed through the
use of an AC Controller, it will
also automatically turn back
on when power is restored.
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Input Selector
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Front View
1.Dial In New Input
Turn the Input Selector knob
until the second line of the
LCD display reads the
component you wish to
select. As you turn the knob,
you will notice that the top
line of the display still
indicates the current source in
play. Also, this component is
still being routed and
processed by the Cinema
Reference.
2.Engage New Input
Once the second line of the
display indicates the next
component you wish to
access, press the Input
Selector knob to engage this
input. This method permits
you to select an input without
switching all of the inputs you
are scrolling through.
Press Knob
T o Activate
The New
Component
Selection
The Cinema Reference Mach II permits you to scroll to the next
input without having all of the components you are passing actively
process through the Cinema Reference Mach II. This prevents the
clicking that is commonly associated with changing TV channels up
and down. To best access another component from the front of the
Cinema Reference, turn the Input Selector knob. As you turn this
knob, you will notice that the top row of the LCD display will not
change, still indicating the current component in use (in this example,
DVD PLAYER 1). The second line of the LCD display will advance
through the input names until the desired component is displayed.
DVD PLAYER 1
ALL -24.0 DB
DVD PLAYER 1
DSS 2
DVD PLAYER 1
DVR/PVR 3
DVD PLAYER 1
VCR 4
DVD PLAYER 1
CABLE/TV 5
Front Plate
Once the desired component is displayed on the LCD’s second row,
press the Input Selector knob to
engage that component. The display will then return to read the new
selection (i.e. DSS) along with the
Volume Level.
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Side View
CABLE/TV 5
ALL -24.0 DB
Chassis Side
Side View
Press Knob
To Activate
The New
Component
Selection
Chassis Side
Front Plate
Record Selector
The Cinema Reference Mach II incorporates a record selector that
operates independently from the actual source component selected
for the home theater room. This record selector can be used in
several ways.
1Use the Record Selector to send audio and video signals
from a particular component to a recording device (i.e. VCR)
2Use the Record Selector to send a video signals to a second
monitor or TV set. Ideal for the sports fanatic, this option would
permit a second TV to display a broadcast from a DSS receiver , TV
tuner, or VCR TV tuner, while the primary viewing display would be
set to a particular channel from another component.
3Use the Record Selector to determine the image inserted
into a TV’s PIP (Picture In Picture). This would provide the same
effect as described in option 2 (above) using the PIP function in
place of a second TV or monitor.
4Use the Record Selector to send the audio and video signal
of a particular device to a whole-house multi-room audio video system. This setup would cause the Record Selector to act as a separate zone from the actual home theater.
Please note, that the Record audio output of the Cinema Reference Mach II is a pure analog output. There is no analog-todigital or digital-to-analog conversion taking place in this circuit. This preserves the audio quality for those who opt to use
the Record output to pass audio to a premium two-channel
audio system. If a component is connected to a digital input
on the Cinema Reference Mach II, a special setup will need to
be done in order for the unit to play through the record output.
This is discussed under Recording Connections.
Record Selector Functions
To determine what component the
Record Selector is currently set to,
press the Record Selector knob.
The display will read as follows
where the second line of the display indicates the component selected.
RECORD TAKEN
DVD PLAYER 1
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The Record Selector operates
independently from the main
output providing the ability to
record, view, or play (in
another room) a component
other than the one selected in
the home theater.
To determine which device is
currently selected, press the
Record Selector knob. To
change components:
1.Dial In New Device
Turn the Record Selector knob
until the second line of the
LCD display reads the
component you wish to
select.
2.Engage New Device
Once the second line of the
display indicates the next
component you wish to
access, press the Record
knob to engage this input.
RECORD INPUT
DSS RECORD15
To select another source component, turn the Record Selector
knob until the new component
appears in the display.
Then press the Record Selector
knob to engage this device.
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Rear Panel Connections
Composite Video
Inputs (8)
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
VIDEO INPUTS
3
5
6
L
3
R
7
8
4
AUDIO INPUTS
1
4
2
L
2
1
R
Analog Audio
Inputs (8)
S-Video
Inputs (4)
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
AC INPUT
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
10 Amp
Switched
AC Outlet
II
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115 V
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
HDTV-RGBHV
Processed
Video Output
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
VIDEO INPUTS
3
5
6
L
3
R
7
8
AUDIO INPUTS
1
4
2
L
2
1
R
Main Composite
Video Outputs (2)
Record
Composite
Video Output
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
Data
Port
AC INPUT
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
Voltage
Triggers (2)
Audio
Output
II
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115 V
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
Low
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Out of the Box Input Configuration
The Cinema Reference Mach II is an incredibly flexible home theater controller that can accommodate
a wide array of components. For easy and quick setup, one can use the “Out of the Box” input
configurations shown on the following pages. One can also elect to do a completely “Custom” input
configuration or a combination of “Out of the Box” and “Custom” input configurations.
The “Out of the Box” input configuration is easy to follow and offers connection of as many as 15
components without adjustment of the Cinema Reference’s input configurations (providing that the
sources have the appropriate outputs and that the TV has at least an S-Video input). Below is a chart
showing the Cinema Reference’s 20 “input labels” and the assignment of the A/V jacks on the rear
panel of the unit. While there are 20 available input labels, the Out of the Box setup utilizes only the
first fifteen labels were the remaining five are record options.
Please note, that the Out of the Box input configuration is designed to maximize the home theater
experience. Because only analog audio connections play through the record output, the components
that are connected digitally (DVD, DSS) will not provide audio through the record output. This can be
changed and is discussed in the Record Connection section of this manual.
“Custom” input configuration permits any input label to be renamed to best suit the actual system. For
example, the input label DSS could be changed to read SATELLITE. Also, each input label can be
assigned to any of the eight analog or eight digital audio inputs, as they do not have to be fixed to the
A/V jacks that are assigned in the Out of the Box setup. The same is true for the composite video, SVideo, component video, and RGB video inputs. This flexibility permits you to maximize the Cinema
Reference Mach II’s A/V jacks to accommodate a wide assortment of components. Lastly, the Cinema
Reference features an option called Final Input. Here, you can reduce the number of input labels that
are displayed. For example, if you are only connecting six components to the Cinema Reference
Mach II, you could set the final input to CD PLA YER 6. After this adjustment, turning the input knob will
only display the first six inputs. As such, combining the Final Input feature with the ability to rename
input labels and reassign A/V jacks to any input label, one has the ability to completely customize a
Cinema Reference Mach II to perfectly match any system. And should a component be added at
some later time, the final input can be opened back up to seven (or more) to accommodate connection
of the new devices. To learn more about “Custom” input configuration of the Cinema Reference Mach
II, skip forward to this section. To proceed with the Out of the Box setup, follow the instructions on the
following pages.
Page 11
DVD Player Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration for a DVD player is set to use the digital coaxial audio output of
the DVD player as most DVD players have this type of RCA jack.
DVD Player
PCM/AC-3/DTS
Digital Out
Video
Out
Video Cable
(When driving the TV with
S-Video or component
video, this cable is still
required to drive the Cinema
Reference’s LCD display.
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
(Primary Video Connection
providing TV has S-Video Input)
VGA¥RGBHV¥HDTV INPUTS
2341
111
113
PIN
2514
COMPONENT VIDEO
POINTS
S-VIDEO INPUTS
3
SBLLS
RS
MAIN
Y
B/B-YPR/R-Y
P
1
41
2
L
C
OPTICAL INPUTS
R
SUBSBR
123
DIGITAL AUDIO
INPUTS
Y
P
3
O
UTPUT
P
B
Y
123
4
1
Component Video Output
Y Cr Cb
VGASWITCHER
115V~2/10 A.S.B.
230V~1/10 A.S.B.
AC VOLTAGE
115 V
B/B-YPR/R-Y
P
R
4
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
RECORD
L
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DATA PORT
ADA Bus¤
1 2 3 4
G
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OUT
Serial Data
O
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12VDC OUT
100mA Max Per
DC 1
DC 2
1- 2+
1- 2+
I
N
12
V
DC
Component Video
(Optional video connection
providing that TV has
component video inputs.
If TV has component video,
S-Video Input #1 can be used
for an alternate component.
C
INEMA REFERENCE MACH
H
OME THEATER CONTROLLER
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
WARNING!
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
AC INPUT
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
II
115 V
(This cable carries Dolby Digital (AC-3) and DTS 6 channel audio from
DVDs and standard 2 channel digital audio from CDs.)
The above illustration shows composite video, S-Video, and component video connections. You may
not require all of these connections and will need to determine this based on the input connections on
your TV, projector, or line-doubling device.
Composite Video
ADA suggests connecting the composite video signal from the DVD player to the Cinema Reference
Mach II. Because the Cinema Reference’s front panel preview monitor only displays a composite
video signal, it will be necessary to use this connection regardless if your display device is capable of
showing S-Video or Component Video.
S-Video
S-Video offers superior image resolution than composite video. Most home theater displays, either
TV or projector, offer an S-Video input.
Component Video
Component video is superior to S-Video. While most TVs do not feature a component video input,
most projectors or line-doublers do. This connection is only useful if your TV or projector feature a
component video input.
Digital Output
Page 12
DVD Audio/SACD Player Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration also has provisions for a DVD Player that is capable of playing
DVD Audio and/or SACD. These multi-channel high-resolution discs are designed to offer superior
sound quality. Because of concerns regarding copy-protection, the decoding of the material actually
takes place in the DVD player. For this reason, DVD Audio and SACD players feature six channel
analog audio outputs which are labeled left, center, right, left surround, right surround and subwoofer.
DVD Player with DVD Audio and/or SACD Output
PCM/AC-3/DTS
Digital Out
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
VIDEO INPUTS
3
5
1
2
L
1
R
7
4
6
8
L
2
3
R
AUDIO INPUTS
Video
Out
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
COMPOSITE & S-VIDEO
ARE UP-CONVERTED &
LINE-DOUBLED
VIDEO OUT
1
2
L
4
5
R
REC
OSD
6
S-Video
Out
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
(Not included with Cinema Referenceand
typically not included with DVD Player)
VGASWITCHER
115V~2/10 A.S.B.
230V~1/10 A.S.B.
AC VOLTAGE
115 V
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
ADA NET“
P
B/B-Y PR/R-Y
P
B
123
RECORD
OUT
L
R
PR
12VDC OUT
DATA PORT
100mA Max Per
Serial Data
DC 1
DC 2
ADA Bus¤
1- 2+
1- 2+
1 2 3 4
4
G
ND
O
UT
I
N
12
V
DC
Y
3
OUTPUT
Y
4
HDTV DVD Player Connection
HDTV DVD Player
PCM/AC-3/DTS
Digital Out
Video Cable
(When driving the TV with
S-Video or component
video, this cable is still
required to drive the Cinema
Reference’s LCD display.
1
VIDEO INPUTS
3
1
4
2
L
2
1
R
(This cable carries Dolby Digital (AC-3) and DTS 6 channel audio from
DVDs and standard 2 channel digital audio from CDs.)
Video
Out
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
PROCESSEDVGAONLY
COMPOSITE & S-VIDEO
ARE UP-CONVERTED &
VIDEO OUT
5
7
1
6
8
2
L
3
4
5
R
AUDIO INPUTS
S-Video
Out
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
(Primary Video Connection
providing TV has S-Video Input)
HDTV Video
1
VGA¥RGBHV¥HDTV INPUTS
2341
113
PIN
2514
COMPONENT VIDEO
POINTS
Y
P
1
S-VIDEO INPUTS
SBL LS
MAIN
RS
B/B-YPR/R-Y
1
2
L
R
SUBSBR
C
DIGITAL AUDIO
INPUTS
OPTICAL INPUTS
123
3
Y
VGASWITCHER
AC VOLTAGE
115 V
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
UTPUT
P
B
P
123
1
B/B-YPR/R-Y
P
R
RECORD
OUT
L
R
12VDC OUT
DATA PORT
100mA Max Per
Serial Data
DC 1
ADA Bus¤
1- 2+
1 2 3 4
4
G
ND
O
UT
I
N
12
V
DC
Y
O
4
C
INEMA REFERENCE MACH
H
OME THEATER CONTROLLER
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
WARNING!
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
AC INPUT
10A~ Max Switched
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
HD VGA Output
115V~2/10 A.S.B.
230V~1/10 A.S.B.
C
INEMA REFERENCE MACH
H
OME THEATER CONTROLLER
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ADA NET“
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
WARNING!
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
DC 2
1- 2+
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
AC INPUT
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
The Cinema Reference Mach
II features a DB-25 multi-pin
connection for the six channel
high-resolution audio input.
This standardized jack permits
connection to a DVD or SACD
player’s using a multi-channel
RCA (male) to DB-25 (male)
interconnect cable. This cable
is readily available by several
cable manufacturers.
II
To listen to DVD Audio or
SACD, select the DVD AUDIO
9 input label. To view normal
Side
115 V
DVDs, return to the DVD
PLAYER 1 input label.
The Out of the Box input configuration also has provisions
for a DVD Player that is capable of playing HDTV DVDs.
These DVDs provide better
video resolution than standard
DVDs. HDTV DVD players
feature a 15-pin HD/VGA output which is then connected to
the Cinema Reference Mach
II’s HDTV input #1.
Please note, while the diagram
does not show the component
video connection as illustrated
on the previous page, you will
II
still want to make these connections to provide the best
Voltage
video resolution for standard
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
DVDs. At the time of this print-
115 V
115V 230V
Use Same
ing, HDTV DVD players are
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
not yet available and as such,
ADA cannot confirm that these
players will internally up-convert component video to VGA.
Page 13
DSS Receiver Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration for a DSS receiver is set to use the optical digital audio output
of the DSS receiver as most DSS receivers have this type of TOS-Link jack. In the event your DSS
receiver features a digital audio coaxial jack, you may wish to use this connection instead of the optical
connection. Coaxial connections are better than optical connections, especially when basic optical
interconnects are all that are available.
DSS/SATELLITE
Opitcal Digital
Audio Out
Video
Out
Video Cable
(When driving the TV with
S-Video or component
video, this cable is still
required to drive the Cinema
Reference’s LCD display.
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
(You must connect this
cable to a TV, linedoubler, or projector that
is capable of processing
HDTV (VGA) video)
2
VGA¥RGBHV¥HDTV INPUTS
2341
113
PIN
2514
COMPONENT VIDEO
POINTS
Y
B/B-YPR/R-Y
P
1
2
DIGITAL AUDIO
C
INPUTS
OPTICAL INPUTS
SUBSBR
123
2
HD VGA Output
VGASWITCHER
115V~2/10 A.S.B.
230V~1/10 A.S.B.
AC VOLTAGE
115 V
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
B/B-YPR/R-Y
P
R
4
RECORD
OUT
L
R
DATA PORT
Serial Data
ADA Bus¤
1 2 3 4
G
ND
O
UT
I
N
12
V
DC
Y
P
3
O
UTPUT
B
P
Y
123
4
ADA NET“
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
12VDC OUT
100mA Max Per
DC 1
DC 2
1- 2+
1- 2+
C
INEMA REFERENCE MACH
H
OME THEATER CONTROLLER
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
WARNING!
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
AC INPUT
10A~ Max Switched
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
II
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
115 V
TOS-Link Optical Digital Interconnect
TOS-Link Optical Interconnects & Audio Dropouts
The issue regarding TOS-Link optical interconnects stems from the manner in which they are manufactured. The most basic TOS-Link cables have the fiber optic line cut with a hot wire. Cutting the
fiber optic line in this manner forms a smooth reflective surface. It is this reflective surface which
causes digital data, in the form of light, to reflect off of the optical receiver, and in essence, back feed
into the TOS-Link interconnect. As such, the flow of light (the flow of digital data) is then interrupted.
This will cause audio dropouts during playback.
When selecting a TOS-Link interconnect, ADA strongly suggests using the very best cable available.
T ypically , these cables of fer some type of frosted tip which greatly reduces the reflective interference.
The very best TOS-Link interconnects provide convex tips which eliminate reflective interference.
If your DSS receiver features a digital coaxial audio output and you wish to use this type of interconnect, follow the instructions as outlined on the next page.
Page 14
DSS Receiver Connection - Coaxial Connection
DSS/SATELLITE
Digital
Audio Out
Video
Out
Video Cable
(When driving the TV with
S-Video or component
video, this cable is still
required to drive the Cinema
Reference’s LCD display.
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
(You must connect this
cable to a TV, linedoubler, or projector that
is capable of processing
HDTV (VGA) video)
VGASWITCHER
115V~2/10 A.S.B.
230V~1/10 A.S.B.
AC VOLTAGE
115 V
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
B/B-Y PR/R-Y
PR
4
RECORD
OUT
L
R
DATA PORT
Serial Data
ADA Bus¤
1 2 3 4
G
ND
O
UT
I
N
12
V
DC
Y
P
3
OUTPUT
B
P
Y
123
4
ADA NET“
12VDC OUT
100mA Max Per
DC 1
DC 2
1- 2+
1- 2+
C
INEMA REFERENCE MACH
H
OME THEATER CONTROLLER
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
WARNING!
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
AC INPUT
10A~ Max Switched
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
II
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115 V
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
2
Coaxial Digital Interconnect
In the event that the DSS receiver features a coaxial digital audio output which you intend to use
instead of the TOS-Link output, you will need to connect a 75Ω interconnect to Digital Input #2. When
doing this, you will also need to change the audio jack assigned to the DSS input label. To do this:
1Turn the input knob until display’s second line reads DSS 2 and then press the Input knob.
2Turn the Mode knob clockwise until the display’s second line reads SETUP MENU and press
the Mode knob.
3Turn the Mode knob clockwise until the display’s second line reads AUDIO INPUTS and press
the Mode knob.
4Turn the Mode knob clockwise until the display’s second line reads DIGITAL 2.
At this time, you have reassigned the DSS 2 input label from tracking the Optical 2 input to the Digital
2 input.
Please note that regardless of which wiring option you choose to use when connecting a DSS
receiver to the Cinema Reference Mach II, you may still need to make adjustments to the DSS
receiver. As many DSS receivers have multiple audio output setup configurations, ADA strongly
suggests reviewing the DSS manual to insure proper setup.
Page 15
DVR/PVR Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration for a DVR (Digital Video Recorder) are sometimes called PVRs
(Personal Video Recorders). There are several different models available and the diagram below
shows connection of the most basic type of models.
These units feature analog audio outputs along with both composite video and S-Video outputs. The
diagram to the right details the connection of more advanced models that in addition to the outputs
found on standard models, also include a digital audio output as well as a VGA video output. Because
the Cinema Reference Mach II’s Out of the Box setup is designed for easy connection of all types of
DVRs, the diagram below shows the more basic connection. To alter the Cinema Reference’s input
configuration for DVR’s with digital audio, follow the instructions on the next page.
DVR / PVR
Audio Out
RL
Audio Cable
3
VIDEO INPUTS
3
1
4
2
L
3
1
R
3
Stereo
Video
Out
Video Cable
(When driving the TV with
S-Video or component
video, this cable is still
required to drive the Cinema
Reference’s LCD display.
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
AC INPUT
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
II
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115 V
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
DVRs are designed to record material that is being broadcast (either off-air TV, cable TV, or DSS TV)
and may require an output from a broadcast tuner to permit this recording function. Some units
feature an internal tuning device of their own. As such, you may be able to record into the DVR while
you watch something else. To maximize the connectivity of your DVR and the Cinema Reference
Mach II, you will need to consult with the DVR’s instruction manual regarding connecting other devices to the DVR. Please note, that you may wish to connect some components to both the DVR and
the Cinema Reference.
Page 16
DVR/PVR with Digtial Audio & VGA Video Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration for a DVR provides for analog audio connections. This configuration, in addition to composite video and S-Video, is also setup for VGA video. As such, if you are
using an advanced DVR, one that also features a VGA video output (i.e. replay tv 4000), you can
connect this output to the Cinema Reference’s #3 VGA input. As with other components that feature
a VGA output, this connection is only useful if your display device features a VGA/HDTV input.
DVR/PVR with Digital Audio & VGA Video
Stereo
Opitcal Digital
Audio Out
RL
Video Cable
(This cable is required to
drive the LCD display.)
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
3
1
2
1
VIDEO INPUTS
3
4
L
2
R
5
6
L
3
R
AUDIO INPUTS
VIDEO OUT
1
7
2
8
4
Audio Out
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
NE PAS OUVRIR
WARNING!
AC INPUT
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
II
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115 V
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
Regardless of whether your display device features a VGA/HDTV input, the advanced DVRs also
offer a digital audio output that will improve your entertainment experience. Because the Out of the
Box configuration defaults to the Analog 3 input, you will first need to reassign the DVR/PVR input
label to a digital audio jack. At the time of this printing, advanced DVRs feature a TOS-Link optical
digital connection which should be connected to the Cinema Reference Mach II’s Optical Input #3. To
reassign the DVR/PVR input label to track the digital input, follow the steps below.
1Turn the input knob until display’s second line reads DVR/PVR 3 and then press the Input
knob.
2Turn the Mode knob clockwise until the display’s second line reads SETUP MENU and press
the Mode knob.
3Turn the Mode knob clockwise until the display’s second line reads AUDIO INPUTS and press
the Mode knob.
4Turn the Mode knob counterclockwise until the display’s second line reads OPTICAL 3.
At this time, you have reassigned the DVR/PVR 3 input label from tracking the Analog 3 input to the
Optical 3 input.
Please note that when using a TOS-Link interconnect, ADA strongly suggests using the very
best interconnect available to prevent audio dropouts.
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VCR Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration for a VCR permits for both composite and S-Video as well as
right and left analog audio. Use inputs number 4.
VCR
Audio Out
RL
Audio Cable
VIDEO INPUTS
3
1
4
4
2
L
1
R
Stereo
Video
Out
Video Cable
(When driving the TV with
S-Video or component
video, this cable is still
required to drive the Cinema
Reference’s LCD display.
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
COMPOSITE & S-VIDEO
ARE UP-CONVERTED &
LINE-DOUBLED
PIN +/-CHAN PIN +/- CHAN
1 / 14 LT 7 / 20 SBL
8 CHANNEL DB-25 INPUT
2 / 15 CT 8 / 21 SBR
VIDEO OUT
3 / 16 RT 9 /10/22 SHLD
4 / 17 SB 11 / 23 R.T.A
1
2
5
REC
OSD
L
6
R
5 / 18 SL 12 / 24 R.T.B
6 / 19 SR 13 / 25 R.T.C
MULTI-PIN LFE SUM
0dB
+10dB
MAIN2
REC
L
78
R
5
7
6
8
L
4
2
3
4
R
4
AUDIO INPUTS
S-Video
S-VIDEO INPUTS
3
SBL LS
RS
Output
S-Video Cable
(Primary Video)
VGA¥RGBHV¥HDTV INPUTS
2341
113
PIN
2514
POINTS
4
Y
P
1
41
2
L
C
MAIN
R
SUBSBR
COMPONENT VIDEO
B/B-Y PR/R-Y
DIGITAL AUDIO
INPUTS
OPTICAL INPUTS
123
VGASWITCHER
115V~2/10 A.S.B.
230V~1/10 A.S.B.
AC VOLTAGE
115 V
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
P
B/B-Y PR/R-Y
B
123
RECORD
OUT
L
R
PR
DATA PORT
Serial Data
ADA Bus¤
1 2 3 4
4
G
ND
O
UT
I
N
12
Y
3
OUTPUT
P
Y
4
DC 1
1- 2+
V
DC
12VDC OUT
100mA Max Per
ADA NET“
DC 2
1- 2+
C
INEMA REFERENCE MACH
H
OME THEATER CONTROLLER
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
WARNING!
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
AC INPUT
10A~ Max Switched
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
II
Side
115 V
Cable or TV Tuner Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration for a Cable TV box or TV tuner permits for both composite and
right and left analog audio. Use inputs number 5. For advanced tuners, see the next page.
CABLE/TV TUNER
Audio Out
RL
Audio Cable
VIDEO INPUTS
1
2
L
1
R
Stereo
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
5
3
5
4
6
2
3
Video
Out
Video Cable
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
COMPOSITE & S-VIDEO
ARE UP-CONVERTED &
LINE-DOUBLED
VIDEO OUT
7
1
REC
8
2
L
5
R
5
AUDIO INPUTS
OSD
L
4
5
6
R
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
AC INPUT
10A~ Max Switched
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
II
115 V
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1
1
2
2
3
4
3
5
6
4
7
8
5
1
2
6
REC
OSD
78
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
AUDIO INPUTS
VIDEO INPUTS
VIDEO OUT
123
4
DIGITAL AUDIO
INPUTS
AC INPUT
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
ADA Bus¤
1 2 3 4
DATA PORT
Serial Data
12VDC OUT
100mA Max Per
DC 1
1- 2+
DC 2
1- 2+
WARNING!
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115 V
115V 230V
1
2
3
OPTICAL INPUTS
MAIN2
3
41
S-VIDEO INPUTS
8 CHANNEL DB-25 INPUT
REC
SBLLS
RS
L
R
C
SUBSBR
MAIN
4
G
ND
O
UT
I
N
12
V
DC
L
R
RECORD
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y
P
B
P
R
Y
P
B/B-YPR/R-Y
Y
P
B/B-YPR/R-Y
O
UTPUT
1
2
3
113
2514
PIN
POINTS
C
INEMA REFERENCE MACH
II
H
OME THEATER CONTROLLER
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
ADA NET“
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
(This cable is required to
drive the LCD display.)
Digital or HDTV Cable/TV Tuner Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration for Cable/TV tuners provides for analog audio connections
along with composite video. If you are using a HDTV tuner instead of a cable TV tuner, you will need
to alternate the audio input configuration for the CABLE/TV 5 input label. This input label is also setup
Out of the Box for a VGA/HDTV input on VGA input #4. To permit the Cinema Reference Mach II to
play digital audio, you will need to connect a TOS-Link interconnect between your tuning device and
the Cinema Reference’s #4 optical input.
To reassign the audio input, follow these steps.
At this time, you have reassigned the CABLE/TV 5 input label from tracking the Analog 5 input to the
Optical 4 input.
Please note that when using a TOS-Link interconnect, ADA strongly suggests using the very
best interconnect available to prevent audio dropouts.
1Turn the input knob until display’s second line reads CABLE/TV 5 and then press the Input
knob.
2Turn the Mode knob clockwise until the display’s second line reads SETUP MENU and press
the Mode knob.
3Turn the Mode knob clockwise until the display’s second line reads AUDIO INPUTS and press
the Mode knob.
4Turn the Mode knob counterclockwise until the display’s second line reads OPTICAL 4.
Page 19
CD Player Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration for CD Player provides for analog audio connections. Connect
your line-level audio outputs from your CD player to the Cinema Reference Mach II’s Analog Audio
input #6.
CD PLAYER
Stereo
Audio Out
RL
Audio Cable
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
1
2
L
1
R
7
8
L
6
4
R
6
AUDIO INPUTS
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
COMPOSITE & S-VIDEO
ARE UP-CONVERTED &
LINE-DOUBLED
VIDEO OUT
1
2
L
5
R
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
VIDEO INPUTS
3
5
4
6
2
3
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
AC INPUT
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
II
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115 V
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
If you are using a CD Player with either TOS-Link Optical or Coaxial digital audio outputs, you can
connect this component to the Cinema Reference Mach II for digital audio playback. When connecting a CD Player to an analog input, the audio signal is first converted to analog internal to the CD
player and then the signal is converted back to digital internal to the Cinema Reference Mach II. As
such, it is best to bypass this down/up conversion by connecting the CD player directly to a digital
input on the Cinema Reference.
To maintain the most flexible Out of the Box setup, ADA suggests using a TOS-Link connection from
the CD Player to the Cinema Reference. In the event, that your CD Player does not feature, a TOSLink Output, you can opt to use one of the four Digital Coaxial inputs on the Cinema Reference,
providing these inputs are not already assigned to other source input labels. You will need to assess
the other connections you have already made, as well as those you will make in the upcoming pages,
to determine which Digital Coaxial input is open. If you have connected a DSS receiver to the Cinema
Reference using a TOS-Link interconnect, then Digital Coaxial Input #2 is available for use with the
CD Player.
Page 20
CD Player Digital Connections
CD Player Digital Audio TOS-Link Connection
CD PLAYER
Stereo
Audio Out
RL
VIDEO INPUTS
3
1
4
2
L
2
1
R
Opitcal Digital
Audio Out
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
DC 2
1- 2+
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
WARNING!
AVERTISSEMENT!
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
AC INPUT
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
For T OS-Link connections use
Optical Input #1. For Coaxial
connections, use Digital Input
#2 if it is not already assigned
to the DSS. Y ou will also need
to reassign the CD PLAYER
7 input label from Analog Input #6 to the appropriate digital input. To do so, follow
these steps.
1Turn the input knob
until display’s second line reads CD
PLAYER 7 and
II
then press the Input knob.
2Turn the Mode knob
clockwise until the
Side
115 V
display’s second
line reads SETUP
MENU and press
the Mode knob.
3Turn the Mode knob
clockwise until the
display’s second
line reads AUDIO
INPUTS and press
the Mode knob.
4Turn the Mode knob
counterclockwise
until the display’s
second line reads
OPTICAL 1 (or
DIGITAL 2).
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
VIDEO INPUTS
3
5
1
2
L
1
R
7
4
6
8
L
2
3
4
R
AUDIO INPUTS
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
At this time, you have reassigned the CD PLAYER 7 input label from tracking the
Analog 6 input to the Optical
1 (or Digital 2) input.
VGASWITCHER
115V~2/10 A.S.B.
230V~1/10 A.S.B.
AC VOLTAGE
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
UTPUT
P
B
P
B/B-YPR/R-Y
123
RECORD
OUT
L
R
P
R
DATA PORT
Serial Data
ADA Bus¤
1 2 3 4
4
G
ND
O
UT
I
N
Y
3
O
Y
4
115 V
12VDC OUT
100mA Max Per
DC 1
1- 2+
12
V
DC
C
INEMA REFERENCE MACH
H
OME THEATER CONTROLLER
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
ADA NET“
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
MADE IN U.S.A.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
DC 2
1- 2+
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
NE PAS OUVRIR
WARNING!
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
AC INPUT
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
II
Please note that when using
a TOS-Link interconnect,
ADA strongly suggests us-
Side
ing the very best intercon-
115 V
nect available to prevent
audio dropouts.
2
Page 21
Tuner (Radio) Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration for a Radio Tuner provides for analog audio connections.
Connect your line-level audio outputs from your Tuner to the Cinema Reference Mach II’s Analog
Audio input #7.
TUNER
Stereo
Audio Out
RL
Audio Cable
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
1
2
1
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
VIDEO INPUTS
5
3
6
4
L
3
2
R
7
8
L
4
R
AUDIO INPUTS
COMPOSITE & S-VIDEO
ARE UP-CONVERTED &
VIDEO OUT
1
2
5
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
AC INPUT
10A~ Max Switched
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
II
Side
115 V
Auxiliary Component Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration for a extra A/V component provides for analog audio and
composite video connections on inputs #8. If you use this input label and wish to rename it, you can
do so by following the instructions found under Input Labels.
AUXILIARY A/V COMPONENT
Stereo
Audio Out
RL
Audio Cable
VIDEO INPUTS
3
1
4
2
L
2
1
R
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
5
6
L
3
R
Video
Out
Video Cable
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
COMPOSITE & S-VIDEO
ARE UP-CONVERTED &
LINE-DOUBLED
VIDEO OUT
8
REC
1
7
OSD
2
8
L
5
4
R
AUDIO INPUTS
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
AC INPUT
10A~ Max Switched
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
II
Side
115 V
Page 22
Multi-Room System Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration for a Multi-Room System provides for analog audio connections. Connect your line-level audio outputs from your Multi-Room System to the Cinema Reference
Mach II’s Analog Audio input #2.
MULTI-ROOM
Stereo
Audio Out
RL
Audio Cable
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
AC INPUT
10A~ Max Switched
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
II
115 V
Camcorder Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration for a Camcorder provides for analog audio and composite
video connections on analog audio input #1 and composite video input #7.
CAMCORDER
Audio Out
RL
Audio Cable
VIDEO INPUTS
3
1
4
2
L
1
1
R
1
Stereo
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
5
6
L
3
2
R
Video
Out
Video Cable
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
COMPOSITE & S-VIDEO
ARE UP-CONVERTED &
LINE-DOUBLED
7
VIDEO OUT
REC
1
7
OSD
2
8
L
5
4
R
AUDIO INPUTS
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
AC INPUT
10A~ Max Switched
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
II
115 V
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Video Game Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration for a Video Game provides for digital audio as well as composite and component video connections. Connect your Digital audio output to Digital input #3. For video
connect your Composite video output to input #6. If your display device is capable of showing a
component video signal, connect the video games component video output to input #3. Please note,
if your video game does not have a component video output, you can still display it using the composite video connection.
Digital Audio Video Game
Digital
Audio Out
VIDEO INPUTS
3
1
4
2
L
2
1
R
Video
Out
Composite Video
(Standard Connection)
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
AC INPUT
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
II
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
115 V
If you are connecting an older
video game which only features analog audio outputs,
you will need to reassign the
VIDEO GAME input label to
track an open analog audio
jack. As the Cinema Reference Mach II’s Out of the Box
setup uses all available analog inputs, an open input may
be available depending on the
number of devices you have
connected to the unit. For example, if you changed your CD
Player connection to a digital
input, then Analog input #6 is
available for connection of the
video game.
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Digital Output
Audio Cable
1
2
1
Stereo
Audio Out
RL
Video Cable
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
COMPOSITE & S-VIDEO
ARE UP-CONVERTED &
VIDEO INPUTS
3
4
L
2
R
6
5
6
L
3
R
AUDIO INPUTS
VIDEO OUT
1
7
2
8
6
5
4
6
Video
Out
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
DC 2
1- 2+
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
WARNING!
AVERTISSEMENT!
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
AC INPUT
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
II
Side
115 V
1
1
2
2
3
4
3
5
6
4
7
8
5
1
2
6
REC
OSD
78
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R
L
R
L
R
L
R
AUDIO INPUTS
VIDEO INPUTS
VIDEO OUT
123
4
DIGITAL AUDIO
INPUTS
AC INPUT
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
ADA Bus¤
1 2 3 4
DATA PORT
Serial Data
12VDC OUT
100mA Max Per
DC 1
1- 2+
DC 2
1- 2+
WARNING!
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115 V
115V 230V
123
OPTICAL INPUTS
MAIN2341
S-VIDEO INPUTS
8 CHANNEL DB-25 INPUT
REC
SBL LS
RS
L
R
C
SUBSBR
MAIN
4
G
ND
O
UT
I
N
12
V
DC
L
R
RECORD
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y
P
B
P
R
Y
P
B/B-YPR/R-Y
Y
P
B/B-YPR/R-Y
O
UTPUT
1
2
3
113
2514
PIN
POINTS
C
INEMA REFERENCE MACH
II
H
OME THEATER CONTROLLER
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
ADA NET“
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115 V
115V 230V
123
OPTICAL INPUTS
MAIN2341
S-VIDEO INPUTS
8 CHANNEL DB-25 INPUT
REC
SBL LS
RS
L
R
C
SUBSBR
MAIN
4
G
ND
O
UT
I
N
12
V
DC
L
R
RECORD
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y
P
B
P
R
Y
P
B/B-YPR/R-Y
Y
P
B/B-YPR/R-Y
O
UTPUT
1
2
3
113
2514
PIN
POINTS
C
INEMA REFERENCE MACH
II
H
OME THEATER CONTROLLER
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
ADA NET“
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
The Out of the Box input configuration for a
Computer provides for
digital coaxial audio as
well as a VGA video
connection. Connect
your Digital audio output to Digital input #4.
Connect the VGA output of your PC to the
Cinema Reference
Mach II’s VGA input #1
(providing that your
DVD is not already
connected to this VGA
input).
Phonograph Connection
The Out of the Box input configuration for a phonograph (record player) is on Analog Input 1, providing
this input has not been already used for the connection of a Camcorder. Alternately, you may opt to
use Analog 2 (Multi-Room System) or any other open analog input. Please note, that this would
require you to change the audio input assignment for the PHONOGRPH Input label. ADA has purposely included a phonograph connection in the Out of the Box setup, because we believe you will be
amazed from the sound you
experience when playing
your vinyl in either Quad
Bypass mode, Pro Logic II
Music mode, or a Pro Logic
II Custom mode.
If your phonograph does not have a built-in phonopreamplifier (most players do not), you will require an
external phono-preamplifier such as ADA’s PP-1200
Phono Preamp. The output of the phonograph connects to the input on the PP-1200. The PP-1200’s
output connects to the Cinema Reference Mach II.
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Laserdisc Player with Internal RF Demodulator
The Out of the Box input configuration for a Laserdisc player has several different options depending
on the type of laser disc player you are using. The most current laser disc players feature an internal
AC-3 RF demodulator which is necessary to play Dolby Digital laser discs in a Dolby Digital mode. As
such, these players permit a single digital audio connection for playback of two-channel (PCM digital
audio), Dolby Digital, and even DTS laser discs (DTS discs are encoded in PCM digital audio and do
not require an RF demodulator). If your laserdisc player features an AC-3 RF Output, use the instructions on the following page.
For laserdisc players that feature a combined digital audio
output (PCM audio, DTS audio, and Dolby Digital), con-
Opitcal Digital
Audio Out
Video
Out
LASER DISC PLAYER
(With Internal RF Demodulator)
S-Video
Output
nect either a TOS-Link Optical
or coaxial digital audio to the
Cinema Reference Mach II.
The Out of the Box setup for
Video Cable
S-Video Cable
(If Input is available)
the LASERDISC input label
has the audio input assigned
to the Optical 1 jack on the Cinema Reference Mach II. The
video jack assigned to this input label is Composite Video
8. S-Video input 4 is also assigned to this Input Label and
can be connected to the laser
disc player providing the VCR
is not already connected in
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
VIDEO INPUTS
3
5
1
4
6
2
L
L
2
3
1
R
R
AUDIO INPUTS
TOS-Link Optical Digital Interconnect
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
VIDEO OUT
8
7
1
8
2
4
5
COMPOSITE & S-VIDEO
ARE UP-CONVERTED &
LINE-DOUBLED
L
R
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
AC INPUT
10A~ Max Switched
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
II
Side
115 V
place.
In the event the TOS-Link optical jack is already occupied or if your laserdisc player does not have an
optical TOS-Link audio output, you may use the Digital 2 coaxial audio input (assuming it has not be
assigned to the DSS receiver).
1Turn the input knob until display’s second line reads
LASERDISC and then press
the Input knob.
2Turn the Mode knob
clockwise until the display’s
second line reads SETUP
MENU and press the Mode
knob.
3Turn the Mode knob
clockwise until the display’s
second line reads AUDIO INPUTS and press the Mode
knob.
4Turn the Mode knob
counterclockwise until the
display’s second line reads
DIGITAL 2.
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Digital
Audio Out
Video
Out
Video Cable
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
DC 2
1- 2+
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
WARNING!
AVERTISSEMENT!
AC INPUT
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
II
Side
115 V
2
Laserdisc Player with only an AC-3 RF Output
The Cinema Reference Mach II features an input label for connection to an AC-3 RF demodulator,
needed for laserdisc players that have a Dolby Digital AC-3 RF output. Some players manufactured
after 1994 feature this output while others may have been modified with an additional AC-3 RF Output
(MSB Technologies provided this modification). These players require an external AC-3 RF demodulator (ADA’s RFD-1) for playback of Dolby Digital (a.k.a. AC-3) laserdiscs using Dolby Digital decod-
ing. Here, the laserdisc’s AC-3 RF output is passed into the RFD-1 and then to an open digital coaxial
input on the Cinema Reference Mach II. You need to use one of the four digital coax inputs for
connection to the RFD-1.
The Out of the Box configuration for the LASER AC3 input
label is the Digital 2 coaxial
Opitcal Digital
Audio Out
(With AC-3 RF Output But No Internal RF Demodulator)
Video
Out
jack. Please note, you will also
need to make the secondary
optical TOS-Link digital audio
connection (for non-AC3
Video Cable
laserdiscs) and video connections to the Cinema Reference
Mach II. As such, when playing regular stereo or DTS
laserdiscs, you will need to
select the LASERDISC input
label. When playing Dolby
Digital (AC-3) laserdiscs, you
will need to select the LASER
AC3 input label.
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
VIDEO INPUTS
3
5
1
4
6
2
L
L
2
3
1
R
R
8
7
8
4
AUDIO INPUTS
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
COMPOSITE & S-VIDEO
ARE UP-CONVERTED &
VIDEO OUT
1
2
5
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
LINE-DOUBLED
REC
OSD
L
6
R
Laserdisc History
As a point of information, the
TOS-Link Optical Digital Interconnect
laserdisc, introduced in the
late 1970’s, today contains
four audio channels. Two
channels contain PCM digital
audio for playback of standard
laserdiscs (CDs also contain
RFD-1
DIGITAL AC-3 RF DEMODULATOR
WARNING! RISK OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY! MAKE PROPER CONNECTIONS.
AVERTISSEMENT! ENERGIE ELECTRIQUE DANGEREUSE! FAIRE DES CONNEXIONS
PROPRES POUR L'HAUTPARLEUR. VOIR LA NOTICE DE FONCTIONNEMENT.
CAUTION: DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE SERVICING.
ATTENTION: DEBRANCHER AVANT LE DEPANNAGE.
AC-3 OUT
OUTPUT
two channels of PCM digital
audio). The other two channels on a laserdisc date back to the late 1970’s, prior to the implementation of PCM digital audio
(1983). Here, an audio signal is modulated onto a mono FM radio frequency. There is a mono FM
channel for left and another for right. Those who viewed laser discs prior to the mid-1980’s, listened to
the analog channels as the digital channels did not yet exist.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
AC INPUT
10A~ Max Switched
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
FUSE WARNING:
Risk of Fire! Replace Fuse
With Same Type & Rating.
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
II
Side
115 V
In 1994, when Dolby Laboratories introduced AC-3 (now called Dolby Digital) for the home theater
market, they decided that it would be best to include the AC-3 multi-channel digital bit stream on every
laserdisc pressed (rather than release a special-order laserdisc). Because all players since the mid80’s read the digital PCM channels (rendering the mono-FM channels obsolete), Dolby decided to use
one of these two antiquated mono-FM channels to embed (or modulate) the AC-3 bit stream. Thus, in
order to decode the AC-3 bit stream from a laserdisc, one must first demodulate the mono-FM channel
to extract the bit stream. In essence, the RFD-1 is a radio-frequency tuner (demodulator), hence the
terminology-RFD. As the mono-FM signal passes through the RFD-1, the AC-3 bit stream is demodulated, emerging from the RFD-1 as a Dolby Digital signal, the exact same output as that of a DVD
player.
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Theater (Main) Video Connections
1
1
2
2
3
4
3
5
6
4
7
8
5
1
2
6
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OSD
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VIDEO INPUTS
VIDEO OUT
123
4
DIGITAL AUDIO
INPUTS
AC INPUT
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
ADA Bus¤
1 2 3 4
DATA PORT
Serial Data
12VDC OUT
100mA Max Per
DC 1
1- 2+
DC 2
1- 2+
WARNING!
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
Side
115 V
115V 230V
123
OPTICAL INPUTS
MAIN2341
S-VIDEO INPUTS
8 CHANNEL DB-25 INPUT
REC
SBL LS
RS
L
R
C
SUBSBR
MAIN
4
G
ND
O
UT
I
N
12
V
DC
L
R
RECORD
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y
P
B
P
R
Y
P
B/B-YPR/R-Y
Y
P
B/B-YPR/R-Y
O
UTPUT
1
2
3
113
2514
PIN
POINTS
C
INEMA REFERENCE MACH
II
H
OME THEATER CONTROLLER
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
ADA NET“
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
To connect the Cinema Reference Mach II to your video display or line-doubler, first determine what
connections your device has. Generally speaking, this section will discuss the following three options:
an HD capable TV or projector, a line-doubler, or a TV or projector with only composite and S-Video
inputs.
HD Capable TV or Projector
With this type of display device, you will most likely have
a host of video inputs. As no
line-doubler device is present
with this type of system, you
can opt to use the line-doubler
built into the Cinema Reference Mach II. This doubler
also acts as an up-convertor
for composite video and SVideo inputs. As such, there
is no need to connect either
composite or S-Video cables
to the TV/projector as these
signals are up-converted (and
doubled) internal to the Cinema Reference Mach II and
come out of the VGA/HDTV
Processed output. This is in
addition to any VGA/RGBHV
inputs to the Cinema Reference Mach II. The only additional connection that is required is the component video
connection because the Cinema Reference’s internal doubler/up-convertor does not do
anything to the component
video inputs.
The only additional connection that can be made is the composite video output of the Cinema Reference Mach II marked OSD. This output provides On Screen Display which may be useful during
setup.
As such, in this installation, when the display device is set to the composite video input, you will be
able to utilize the Cinema Reference’s on-screen readout during setup. Then for normal operation,
select either the VGA/HDTV input for VGA/RGBHV sources, S-Video sources, and even composite
video sources. For component video sources, such as DVD players or video games, set the TV/
projector to the component video input.
Line-Doublers
While you cannot see anything on a line-doubler, they are used to both up-convert, scale, and double
(or even quadruple) the incoming source signals. In high-end home theater installations, use of this
type of device between the Cinema Reference Mach II and the TV or projector is quite common.
Please note, that as you switch between inputs on the Cinema Reference, you may also need to
switch between inputs on your line-doubler.
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LINE DOUBLER
VIDEO INPUTS
Video
Input 1
Input 2
Input
VGA/HDTV
Input
Component Video Input
Y Cr Cb
Because the line-doubler is
handling all the video process-
S-Video
Video
ing, you will not need to use
Video Cable
(Video 1 for normal
viewing. Video 2
for OSD output
during setup.
VIDEO INPUTS
1
2
L
1
R
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
COMPOSITE & S-VIDEO
ARE UP-CONVERTED &
LINE-DOUBLED
VIDEO OUT
REC
1
7
5
3
OSD
2
8
6
4
L
L
5
4
3
2
R
R
AUDIO INPUTS
S-Video
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd.U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
AVERTISSEMENT!
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
AC OUTPUT
AC INPUT
10A~ Max Switched
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
II
Voltage
Side
115 V
the built-in line-doubler/upconvertor internal to the Cinema Reference Mach II. Use
the Un-Processed VGA/
HDTV output for RGBHV/VGA
sources connected to the Cinema Reference You will also
need to run separate feeds to
the line-doubler for composite
video, S-Video, and component video. If your line-dou-
bler has two composite video
inputs, you can connect the Cinema Reference Mach II’s Main 1 video output to the line-doubler’s
video input #1, while the Cinema Reference’s OSD composite video output is connected to the linedoubler’s video input #2. When on video input #2, you will see the OSD useful during setup. For
viewing composite video sources (cable TV), you would switch the line-doubler to video input #1, the
same composite video signal without the OSD. In the event your line-doubler does not have two
composite video inputs, you can connect the OSD output during setup and then replace it with the
non-OSD composite video signal.
Basic (Non-HDTV) TVs and Projectors
When using a more basic TV or projector, you will need to closely examine the type of video inputs
available. For discussion purposes, the diagram does show a component video input however, this
connection will not exist on most TV’s capable of both composite and S-Video. Remember that for this
level of display device, there is no up or down conversion available. As such, if your TV only features
composite and S-Video inputs, any sources that are solely connected to the Cinema Reference Mach
II with either component or HDTV/VGA, will not play to the TV. Naturally, if the TV also features the
component video input, it will
display sources connected to
the Cinema Reference via
component video. As with
other display devices men-
Video
Input 1
Video
Input 2
S-Video
Input
TV or PROJECTOR
VIDEO INPUTS
Component Video Input
Y Cr Cb
tioned, you will need to switch
the TV to the correct input
based on what is selected on
the Cinema Reference.
Again, there are two compos-
Video Cable
(Video 1 for normal
viewing. Video 2
for OSD output
during setup.
VIDEO INPUTS
1
2
L
1
R
VGA¥RGB¥HDTV OUTPUT
PROCESSEDVGA ONLY
VIDEO OUT
7
5
3
8
6
4
L
4
3
2
R
AUDIO INPUTS
S-Video
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", & the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No. 5,451,942, 5,956,764, 5,974,380, 5,978,762 and other worldwide
patents issued and pending. "DTS", "DTS-ES Extended Surround", and "Neo 6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ' 1996,
2000 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Lucasfilm Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
0323830. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. Surround
EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby Laboratories, Inc., and is a trademark of Dolby. Used under authorization.
Risk Of Hazardous Energy! Make Proper Connections.
Energie Electrique Dangereuse! Faire Des Connexions Propres
Pour L’Hautparleur. Voir La Notice De Fonctionnement.
CAUTION: Disconnect Supply Cord Before Servicing.
ATTENTION: Debrancher Avant Le Depannage.
DC 2
1- 2+
AC OUTPUT
10A~ Max Switched
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
ATTENTION!
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.
NE PAS OUVRIR
MADE IN U.S.A.
WARNING!
AVERTISSEMENT!
115V~60Hz/230V~50Hz
AC INPUT
Voltage
Selector &
Safety Fuse
On This
115V 230V
Use Same
Value Fuse
115V~1AS.B.
230V~.5AS.B.
II
Side
115 V
Cinema Reference Mach II,
useful for setup. The other
composite video signal does
not overlay the OSD output
and may be more ideal for
normal viewing of composite
video sources.
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