8000AP
RS232
User Instructions
audiolab
Statutory & Safety Information
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions. In theeventthat you pass the product to a
third party this instruction manual should be provided along with
the product.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatusnearwater.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilationopenings.
Install in accordance with themanufacturer'sinstructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wider blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from theapparatus.
Use only attachments/accessories specified bythemanufacturer.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposedto rain or moisture, doesnot operate normally,
or has been dropped.
Warning:
expose this product to rain or moisture. The product must not be
exposed to dripping and splashing and no object filled with
liquids such as a vaseofflowersshould be placed on the product.
No naked flame sources - such as candles - should be placed on
the product.
Caution:
the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this
device.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmfulinterferenceto radio or television
reception, which can be determined by tuning the equipment off
and on, the userisencouraged to try to correct the interferenceby
one or more of thefollowingmeasures:
• Re-orientate or re-locate thereceiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
receiver.
from that to which thereceiveris connected.
Mains supply and safety
Class II construction double insulated. These products
must not be connected toearth.
Power Cord:
mains plug suitable for your area. If you have any doubts, consult
your dealer about obtaining asuitablepower cord.
Mains Supply:
the rear panel. If this does not match the voltage in your area,
consult your dealer. The mains supply fuse is on the rear panel. If
it has broken, check for any obvious cause before replacing the
fuse with oneof the correct rating andtype. The fuses for allareas
are type T (time lag)AL 20mm.
The fuse values are: 220-240V:T1.0A 100-120V: 1.6A
Fuse Carrier
IEC Mains Connector
An AC power cord is normally supplied with a
The mains voltage of Audiolab units is shown on
The fuse is located in a slide-in
carrier which also contains a spare
fuse. The carrier can only be pulled
out after the IEC power cord is
unplugged. When the carrier is
opened the first fuse is the spare.
Remove and safely dispose of the
blown fuse before replacing it.
Important notice to UK users
The appliance cord is terminated with a UK approved mainsplug
fitted with a A fuse. If
BSI approved BS1362 fuse rated at 3A must be used. If you need
to change the mains plug, remove the fuse and dispose of this
plug safely immediately after cuttingitfromthe cord.
Connecting a Mains Plug
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
code: Blue: NEUTRAL Brown: LIVE
As these colours may not correspond to the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in yourplug, proceed as follows:
The Blue wire must be
connected to the terminal
marked with the letter N or
coloured BLUE or BLACK.
The BROWN wire must be
connected to the terminal
marked with the letter L or
coloured BROWN or RED.
3 the fuse needs to be replaced, an ASTA or
3A FUSE
BS 1362
Blue
(Neutral)
BROWN
(Live)
Audiolab 8000AP User Manual
Contents:
Statutory and Safety Information .....................IFC
Introduction - Players and Formats .....................2
Unpacking .................................3
Speaker Placement and Preliminary topics ..................3
Controls and Connectors ..........................4
Audio and Video Connections ........................5
Other Connections .............................6
System Connection Diagram ........................7
Remote Handset...............................8
Setting Up the 8000AP ...........................9
Main Menu - Setting Speaker Sizes .....................9
Main Menu - Setting Speaker Distances ..................10
Main Menu - Setting Speaker Levels ....................11
Main Menu - Analogue Mode Setup Options ................11
Main Menu - 5.1 input bypass options ...................11
Main Menu - Setting HDMI input options ..................11
Main Menu - Other options ........................12
Operation - Introduction ..........................13
Digital Inputs and Screen Displays .....................13
Analogue Inputs and Screen Displays ...................14
Volume and Balance Controls .......................15
Night Mode ................................15
Forced Stereo ...............................15
Switching off the Display ..........................15
The Qset Menu -1 .............................16
The Qset Menu - Lip-Sync .........................17
The Qset Menu -Setting the OSD format ..................17
Troubleshooting ..............................18
Care and Cleaning.............................19
Service Addresses .............................19
Warranty..................................19
Specifications ...............................20
“HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.”
Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories. ‘Dolby’, ‘Pro Logic’,
‘AC-3’ and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential Unpublished Works. ©1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All
rights reserved.
Manufactured under licence from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No.
5,451,942 and other world wide patents issued and pending. ‘DTS’ and ‘DTS
Digital Surround’ are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ©1996
Digital Theater Systems, Inc.All rights reserved.
The HDCD system is manufactured under licence from Pacific Microsonics,
Inc. This product is covered by one or more of the following patents: USA
5,479,168; 5,638,074; 5,640,161; 5,808,574; 5,838,274; 5,854,600;
5,872,531; Australia 669114. Otherpatents pending.
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Introduction - Players and Formats
DVD Players
There are many DVD players on the market and very many
formats - more areadded all the time, some useful, manynot.
Your existing DVD player will support many formats but
almost certainly not all. Equally the Audiolab 8000A supports
the vast majority of formats but again, not all although every
popular format is supported including most High Definition
and audiophile formats. Before using the 8000AP please
read your DVD and other digital player handbooks to
ascertain which formats yourplayer will support.
A Note on HighDefinition Players
Blu-Ray and HD-DVD (BD/HD) players will offer some or
all of the followingformats:
Linear PCM - up to 8 channels of uncompressed audio
(LPCM), BD
Dolby Digital 5.1-channelsurround sound.
DTS Digital Surround 5.1 channel surround sound
DTS-HD
DTS-HD Master
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby True HD
The 8000AP is HDMI 1.2a compliant and HDMI 1.3
compatible and will in most circumstances allow you to enjoy
all of the aboveformats.
Cycling the processor’s Mode Key will display all the formats
available with the current combination of player and disc. In
other words the formats available at any time will depend
both on the format support built into your player the
actual disc you areplaying.
To play uncompressed Linear PCM
: Set your BD/HD player
to output PCM (typicalplayer settings are 'Auto' or PCM)
From the disc, select either the LPCM , Dolby True HD or
DTS-HD Master Audiosound track.
Dolby True HD and DTS-HD Master Audio are
Note.
“lossless compressed audio formats” In other words they are
.
uncompressed Linear PCM (LPCM) tracks 'zipped up' rather
like a .zip file on a computer. The built in codec in your
BD/HD player will “un-zip” the file and pass the
uncompressed LPCM stream onto the 8000AP.
and
Audiolab 8000AP Supported Formats
The 8000AP features four types of input: Stereo Analogue:
5.1 analogue: SPDIFdigital (opticaland coaxial): HDMI.
All these inputs (with the exception of 5.1 analogue) have
processing options. The following lists detail the various
options that can be applied to the various inputs. It should be
stressed that in the case of digital sources, the more esoteric
formats are all optional - all DVD discs offer basic multichannel processing and the8000AP caters for all of those.
Analogue Inputs
Encoded Format
Analogue 2.0
(None or ProLogic)
Analogue 5.1
Pass through
HDMI Inputs
Encoded Format
PCM 2 Channel
PCM 3-8 Channel
SPDIF
Decoding Options
Default in Bold
Stereo
PLIIx Movie/Music
DTS NEO:6 Cinema/Music
None
Decoding Options
Default in Bold
Stereo
PLII(x) Movie/Music
Multi-Channel
Stereo Downmix
As SPDIF
(below)
SPDIF Digital Inputs - Optical and Coaxial
Encoded Format
Dolby Digital
5.x+EX
Dolby Digital
5.x
Dolby Digital
2.0 + Surround
Dolby Digital
2.0
DTS ES (discrete)
DTS ES (matrix)
DTS
DTS 2.0
DTS 96/24
PCM
(None or ProLogic)
HDCD
Decoding Options
Default in Bold
Dolby Digital 5.x
Dolby Digital EX
Dolby Digital + PLIIx Movie/Music
Stereo Downmix
Dolby Digital 5.x
Dolby Digital EX
Dolby Digital + PLIIx Movie/Music
Stereo Downmix
Stereo
PLII(x) Movie/Music
Stereo
PLII(x) Movie/Music
DTS ES (discrete)
DTS 5.x
Stereo Downmix
DTS ES (matrix)
DTS 5.x
Stereo Downmix
DTS
DTS ES (matrix)
Stereo Downmix
DTS 2.0
DTS NEO:6 Cinema/Music
DTS 96/24 (5.x)
DTS 96/24 Stereo Downmix
Stereo
PLII(x) Movie/Music
DTS NEO:6 Cinema/Music
Stereo
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1: Preliminaries
Unpacking
Unpack the product fully. The carton shouldcontain:
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The Audiolab 8000AP integratedamplifier
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One IEC power cordsuitable for your area
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One Remote Handset with twoAAA batteries
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This instruction manual.
If any item is missing or damaged report this to your dealer as
soon as possible.
Retain the packing for future safe transport ofyour amplifier. If
you dispose of the packing, do so with regard to any recycling
regulations in your area.
Placement
Place the processor ona sturdy shelf or table.
The 8000AP is designed to run warm during normal
operation - even whenput into standby.
Do not place anything on top of the unit. If you are using an
equipment rack ensure the 8000AP has sufficient space to
allow adequate ventilation andis on its own shelf.
Before you connect the 8000AP to the mains, ensure your
mains voltage corresponds to the rating plate on the rear of
the product. If in doubt, consult your dealer. If you move
house to an area which has a different mains voltage seek
advice from an Audiolab appointed dealer or a competent
service technician.
Make sure you locate the unit so that the front panel is in view
as otherwise the infrared-remotehandset will not work.
Loudspeaker Placement
The 8000AP is a 7.1 channel processor. It allows the
connection of seven channels: front left, front centre, front
right, surround left, surround right, back left and back right,
plus a subwoofer channel.
All speakers (with the exception of the subwoofer) should be
arranged around your normal viewing/listening position.
Don’t worry if you are unable to position your speakers at
ideal distances from your preferred listening position, the
8000AP can be set up to take account of different distances.
The subwoofer can be placed almost anywhere, but we
recommend you experiment toobtain the best result.
Here is the Dolby Labs recommended speaker placement for
7.1 channel reproduction. Speaker placement is important
and dependent on room circumstances but this layout is a
very good starting point. If you are using a 5.1 or 6.1 layout,
adjust accordingly. (If you are using back channels, we
strongly recommend that you use a 7.1 layout with two rear
speakers rather than a 6.1layout which only uses one.)
L
C
LFE
22º
R
30º
Phase
Phase is in a multi-channel environment. Make sure
that your loudspeakers areproperly connected.
If you are usingdifferent amplifiers:
Some power amplifiers invert the phase - in a mixed system it
is just possible that even if all the loudspeakers are properly
connected one or moremay be out of phase.
All Audiolab power amplifiers are phase coherent so even if
you are using different series, the loudspeakers will always be
in phase. provided theyare properly connected.
Some subwoofers haveadjustable phase control, others have
a phase inverting switch. You may have to use these controls
during the setup procedure. Consult the subwoofer
handbook for more information.
critical
Gain and Efficiency
The 8000AP is adjustable across a wide range of volume
levels so differences in gain (in power amplifiers) and
efficiency (in loudspeakers) can be fully compensated. All
Audiolab amplifiers, irrespectiveof their output power feature
the same gain parameters.
Try not to set the subwoofer input volume too high or you may
overload the input. Againrefer to your subwoofer handbook.
Before Starting
Your 8000AP ’s performance is determined by the care you
take in settingyour system up: notmerely the processor butall
connected sources, amplification and loudspeakers.
Before setting upyour processor, review all the handbooksfor
your existing equipment and confirm that those items are set
up correctly. Have a variety of music and video software on
hand - youwill need them. You will also need atape measure,
and ideally a soundlevel (SPL) meter.
Ls
90º
Rs
110º
135º
150º
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power/standby LED
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input buttons
2
mode buttons
3
channel indicators
4
Dolby mode indicator
5
dts
6
7
8 display screen
9
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
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mode indicator
remote control sensor
volume knob
fuse carrier
IEC mains input socket
mains on/off switch
external 5.1 input
analogue 5.1 outputs
back outputs (for 7.1)
coaxial digital inputs
HDMI output
HDMI 1 input
HDMI 2 input
RS232
optical digital output
optical digital inputs
composite video output*
(for on-screen setup only)
tape input/ouput
stereo analogue inputs
mains input fuse25
(service only)
3: Audio and Video Connections
Make sure all system components are disconnected from the
mains before making or changing system connections!
Analogue Inputs and Outputs
Standard Analogue Inputs
Your 8000AP has four regular analogue stereo inputs -
SAT, TV, AUX
be used for anyanalogue stereo audio source.
There is a 5.1 analogue input, for
connection of a multi channel SACD or DVD Audio player.
This input is a straight-line pass-through input. The output
appears unchanged at the5.1 outputs of the 8000AP.
These inputs should be connected to a suitable line output on
the source component using quality, screened, RCA phono
interconnects.
Analogue Outputs
The
combination, from stereo to full 7.1 output. The
R , LS RS , C
(Centre) (Left Back) and (Right Back) outputsshould be
connected to the appropriate line inputs of your AV power
amplifier using quality, screened RCA phono interconnects.
The output should be connected to the line input of your
subwoofer using a high quality, well screened RCA phono
interconnect. Tale care not to run the interconnect parallel
with mains wiring andother potential interference sources.
Tape Inputand Output
The TAPE OUT is a line-level output of the currently selected
stereo analogue input. It is unaffected by the volume control.
This should be connectedto the input of a suitable recorder.
The TAPE IN should beconnected to the analogue output of a
recorder. If you have a three head recorder you can compare
the original and recordedsound during recording
and . These are electrically identical and may
L: R: LS: RS: C: SUB
8000AP can be configured to any multi-channel
(Front Right) (Left Surround) (Right Surround)
,LB RB
SUB
VCR,
(Front Left)
L,
Digital Inputs and Outputs
Coaxial Digital Inputs
Your 8000AP has three identical coaxial digital inputs -
DVD, DX1
SPDIF digital outputon the source component using a quality,
screened, coaxial digital cable.
(Digital Aux 1). These should be connected to the
CD,
Optical Digital Inputs
Your 8000AP has four optical inputs -
DX2
(Digital Aux 2). These should be connected to the
TOSLINK output on the source component using a quality,
optical cable. All connectionsare electrically identical
Optical Digital Output
The signal at is an unmodified copy of the
currently selected digital source, i.e. it is unaffected by the
volume control or processing mode. It is not possible to route
an analogue source to the digital output. This should be
connected to a digitalrecorder such as a DAT or MDrecorder.
DIGITAL OUT
DTV, DAB, MD,
HDMI Connections
There are two HDMI inputs. These should be connected via
an HDMI interconnect to the output of a DVD player or other
AV streaming device. They areidentical.
The audio component of the HDMI input is stripped off and
routed through the processor. The processed output appears
at the analogue outputsof the 8000AP.
The HDMI output may be connected to an HDMI input on
your TV screen.
Apart from conducting the mandatory handshaking protocols
the video component of the HDMI signal is not processed by
the 8000AP. The video signal that appears at your TV is
entirely dependent on your DVD player or other source.To get
the best video result you should consult the handbooks of the
video source component andthe TV.
HDMI interconnects carry very high freqiencies and levels of
information. For optimum results use high quality
interconnects and ensure thatthey are as short as possible.
HDMI-DVI cables:
connected to the HDMI input of the 8000AP. Likewise the
HDMI output may be connected to the DVI input of a
Computer monitor. In both cases a HDMI-DVI convertor will
be required. There are very real problems with computer
graphics cards and monitors when passing High Definition
Video signals. Even if they support HD, the lack of High
Definition Copy Protection (HDCP) circuitry in many products
means that HD signals will be blocked or downgraded to
standard definition video. If you are contemplating these
connections consult your manualsbefore proceeding.
A DVI enabled graphics card may be
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4: Other Connections
On Screen Display Connections
There is a composite video output labelled
connection is purely for viewing the Setup menu on your
TV screen.
Connect a single RCA video interconnect from the OSD
socket of the 8000AP to the Composite Video (CVBS) input
on your TV screen. Once you have set up your 8000AP you
may disconnect this cable as basic system parameters can be
set up from thefront panel of the 8000AP.
OSD. This
RS232
The RS 232 connection is for applying patches and upgrades
to the software and is specifically for the use of appointed
qualified service agents. This connection should never be
used in normal operation.
Mains Input
Before connecting the8000AP to the mainssupply make sure
that all the other connections to your AV system have been
properly and securely made. Switch the mains supply at the
wall socket and then using the cable supplied, connect the
socket on the backof your 8000AP to an AC supplyoutlet.
The 8000AP has been designed to remain connected to
power at all times to optimise its sonic performance. The
8000AP will automatically switch into standby when first
connected to power.
The principal means of disconnection from the mains is the
on/off switch located on the rear panel. This must be kept
unobstructed and freely operableat all times.
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5: Basic System Connections
SUBWOOFER
TV MONITOR
Composite
cable for Setup
on-screen display
DVD PLAYER
VIDEO
analogue
OUT
OUT
DIGITAL
OUT
HDMI
OUT
8000CD
Audio/Visual Connections
You will need a source of audio-visual signals such as a DVD
player to feed intoyour 8000AP
CD Players and standard DVD players should be connected
via the Digital SPDIF inputs (opticalor co-axial). You will need
a single RCA digital cable for co-axial inputs or a TOSLink
optical cable for opticalconnections.
Tuners and other analogue sources should be connected via
a screened stereo RCA phono interconnect to the Analogue
stereo inputs.
HDMI enabled DVD players may be connected to the HDMI
input for audio and video signals via an HDMI cable - for
optimum sinal transmission this cable should be as short as
practicable.
TO LOUDSPEAKERS
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Picture Connections
The TV screenmay be connected to the 8000AP via the HDMI
out socket. This will route video signals from the HDMI player
to the TV with minimal processing from the 8000AP. Again
keep the HDMI interconnectas short as possible.
If you are using a screen resolution of1080p ensure that
the input and output cables are HDMI approved - consult
your dealer for advice.
A composite input on the TV screen may be connected to the
OSD socket on the8000AP via a single RCA phono lead.This
is solely for the purpose of viewing the setup menu of the
800AP on the TVscreen.
Amplifier Connections
Finally connect the line outputs of the 8000AP to the power
amplifier (and subwoofer). You can connect any amplifier
from regular 2 channel stereo to a full 7 channel system. All
interconnects are RCA phono.
The connection diagram on this page shows a typical 7.1AV
system connected to sourceand amplification components.
Always ensure that all components in your AV system are
switched off and disconnected from the mains supply
before making or changingany connections.
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6: Remote Handset
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Enter/leave the on-screen setup menu
Bring the unit in/out of Standby mode
Toggle “Night” mode on/off
Mute/unmute the sound
Adjust left/right balance of font speakers
Navigation buttons (in Setup menu)
{
Adjust Balance (During Play)
ENTER
Confirm an action (in Setup menu)
{
Access setup options (During Play)
Adjust the Volume level
Co-axial digital input selection
HDMI input selection
analogue input selection
5.1 analogue input key
Optical digital input selection
Return to main menu options (in Setup mode)
Down-mix a multi-channel signal to stereo
Cycle analogue and digital processing modes
Toggle the display off/on
Enter/leave the front panel setup menu
Fitting Batteries
Open the cover. Unwrap the supplied AAA batteries
and place them in the battery compartment with the
polarity as shown. Replace the cover.
Always use AAA batteries and always replace them in
sets. Never mix old and new batteries. Very weak
batteries can leak and damage the handset. Replace
them in good time!
Do NOT short circuit batteries or throw them into
water, the general rubbish or a fire. Dispose of used
batteries with regard to recycling regulations in your
area.
1: Open the battery
compartment cover
3: Replace the cover
2:Insert 2AAA batteries
Handset Operation
Point the handset at the 8000AP display window
and press the relevant key. The handset should be
within 15 metres of the 8000AP and there must be
a clear line of sight between the two units.
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7a: Setting Up the 8000AP - 1
Getting Started
Read this manual thoroughly so you get to understand the
main controls of the8000AP and how they work.
• Make sure your power amplifier/sare switched off.
• Switch on all source units (andthe TV monitor if used).
• Connect the 8000AP to the mainspower and switch on.
• Switch the unit on via tyemains switch on the rear panel.
The power LED will illuminate, the front panel display window
will show the Model Noand the software version.
Audiolab 8000AP
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The 8000AP will then gointo Standby.
To bring the unit out of standby: Standby
the handset or thefront panel.
• Now switch on the power amplifier/s.
Press the key on
Configuring the 8000AP
On Screen Display Menu
When setting up your unit for the first time the process will be
simplified if you run the as this will ensure
you enter all theessential parameters required.
Once the requiredsettings are input andsaved, you may alter
them at any time. Changes will be retained when the unit is
switched off or even if the mains power is removed, provided
they have been saved.
You must connect your television to the output in order
for the on-screen informationto be displayed.
QSet (Quick set)
The QSet menu enables you to set basic parameters of the
8000AP from the frontpanel without using a TV connection.
NOTES:
The QSet menu is intended for use when the 8000AP is
operational. The OSD set-up menus contain items absent in
the QSet menu and vice versa, so both menus should be
enabled if you wish to take advantage of the full range of set
up possibilities featured inthe 8000AP.
On-screen Set-up
OSD
Entering and Navigating the Set Up Menu
The on-screen set-up menus areoperated by the handset.
• To enter set-up mode, pressthe key.
If the Menu screen does not appear:
the TV system inthe QSet menu. Refer to Page 19
NAVIGATINGTHE MENUS
ENTER
BACK
If you have not made any changes to your settings you will
simply exit the on-screenmenu system.
NOTE:
your system “straight out of the box” but the unit will not
perform at its best until you fully set it up. Also the pre-set
configurations may not correspondto your system.
The 8000AP factory settings allow you to operate
MENU
You may need to set
Press the keys to navigate
the cursor to thedesired option.
Press ENTER to access the submenu
Press BACK to jump back up to
the front page
Press the MENU key to exit the
OSD menu and savethe setting.
Loudspeaker set-up
You will be asked to enter which speakers are present in your
system, whether they are “Large” or “Small”. If you select
“Large” the full bass range will be delivered to the speakers. If
you select “Small” you will be asked to enter the frequency at
you wish to cross them over to the sub-woofer. (refer to your
loudspeaker manuals for details)
• Pressthe keys to select
• Press
• Pressthe keys to select
• Pressthe keys totoggle or
If you select No further action isneeded.
If you select You will be
asked to set the bass cut
frequency:
• Press to select 50Hz,
80Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz.
• Now press to select
Centre
Do you have a centre
speaker?
If you select for the
front speakers youmay select
After setting up the size and bass parameters of the
centre speaker:
ENTER
.
Large:
Small:
Large
orLarge, Small, None
“Speaker Sizes”
“Speaker Sizes”
Large Small
If you select for the front
speakers you may only select
Small Noneor
Small
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7b: Setting Up the 8000AP - 2
• Press the
keys to select
“Surround”.
• Press
If you have set the front speakers to Large
able to select or for the surrounds.
If you have set the front speakers to Small
able to select or for the surrounds.
After setting up the size and bass parameters of the
surround speakers:
• Press the
keys to select
“Back”
• Press
By default the Back speakers are fixed at with
predetermined bass cut-off at 100 Hz. You can select
(for 6.1) or (for 7.1).
One , Two
After setting up the size and bass parameters of the
back speakers:
• Press the
keys to select
“Subwoofer”
• Press
• Select
ENTER
: you will be
Large, Small None
: you will be
Small None
ENTER
Small
None,
ENTER
Yes/ No
Loudspeaker Distances
• Press to jumpback upto the frontpage
• Pressthe keys to select
• Press
These measurements are used by the 8000AP in surround
modes to correct for delays in sound reaching your ears due
to differences in the distance between each speaker and the
listening position.
Use the keys toselect theloudspeaker and the keys
to vary the distance. The distance can be set from 0 to 10
metres in units of 25cm. A speaker entered as will have
no distance shown onthe screen.
BACK
ENTER
“Speaker Distance”.
none
Speaker Calibration
Speaker calibration is essential to achieve a correctly centred
soundimage;followitcarefully.Wesuggestyouuseasound
level (SPL) meter; otherwise you can set up the levels by ear- you
will have to be careful to match the output levels for each
speaker to sound equally loud.
• Press to
• Press the
• Press
•
You will hear a burst of white noise from the Left Front speaker.
The volume at the Left Front speaker sets the reference level
for the calibration. All levels must be set to this reference.
Individual levels can bevaried by upto +/- 10dB.
When the noise generator Is turned on, the volume
automatically goes to -30dB. This master level may be
adjusted to suit your system with the volume control on the
front panel or via the handset.
during calibration after thelevel is established.
Using a Sound Level Meter:
with ‘slow’ response and to read 75dB SPL at centre scale.
Place the meter at ear level at your listening position.
Pointthe microphoneat the ceiling.
Adjust the Volume level so the soundlevel meter reads75dB.
Select each speaker in turn. Adjust the relative channel levels
on-screen using the keys on the handset until the sound
level meter reads 75dBon all channels.
Set Up By Listening- seated
position. With the Volume keys,set theLeft Front speaker
to the equivalent to normal conversation. Now select each
speaker in turn and adjust the on-screen level using the
keys on the handset to sound the same as the Left Front
speaker. During this process you may have to re-visit some
loudspeakers to reset the level.
Do not adjust thevolume control duringthe calibration.
Setting up the Subwooferinput level:
Leave the subwoofer level on the screen at 0dB. Adjust the
subwoofer’s volume control to sound as close to the reference
Left Front speaker as you can. Now trim the on-screen
subwoofer level with the keys on the handset. The object
is to get thesubwoofer levelas close to 0dB as possible.
BACK
jump up to the
front page
keys to select
Speaker Levels.
ENTER
Press the
keys to select
Noise On
Do not adjust the volume
Set the meter to ‘C’ weighting
seated
Sit in your normal listening
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7c: Setting Up the 8000AP - 3
Checking the Setup levels
• Press the keys to select
Press the SETUP key to exit setup mode
•
You should now listen to some music on all your selected
channels to establish thatthe levels arecorrectly set.
Listening to sources
• Connect a multichannelsource (i.eDVD player)
• Select the inputwith theproper key onthe remote control
Typical DVD source material is5.1
The player screen will indicate the input selected, the default
mode of the information on the DVD and the volume. In the
example above, the800AP is receiving a DTS encoded signal
in 5.1mode
The Active channel lights tell you which outputs have audio
present. The number of channels in the source material is
indicated on the display i.e. 3/2.1 = 3 front, 2 surround and
1 LFE channel.
Press the key on thehandset or the front panel to cycle
the mode options forthe current sourcematerial
When receiving DTS ESDiscrete (6.1) the display willlook
like this:
Stereo Mix
When you have all the channels in your system operational,
you can trim the levels using the QSet facility. This will save
you having to flip back and forth between the Setup screen
and the DVD picture.
Noise Off
DVD VOL -30dB
3/2.1
MODE
DVD VOL -30dB
3/3.1 ES Discrete
DVD VOL -30dB
3/3.1 Stereo Mix
(see P 16-17)
Mode Setup Options
• Press to
• Press the
• ENTER
Dolby Pro Logic II
creates five full-bandwidth output channels from 2-channel
sources. Two differentmodes areavailable:
Pro Logic II Movie is pre-configured by Dolby.
Pro Logic II Music can be adjusted asfollows:
Panorama mode
the surround speakers for a ‘wraparound’ effect with side wall
imaging. This is effective for recordings which have strong left
or right-channel elements in themix.
Adjustment:
Centre Width Control
channel to be apportioned between the centre channel
loudspeaker and the left/right front loudspeakers, from ‘no
sound’ in the centreto ‘full’ centre performance.
Adjustment:
Dimension Control
the front or the rear, depending on how much spatial effect
there is in a stereo recording.
Adjustment:
DTS Neo:6 Music
seven sound channels from stereo matrix material. The
CGain adjustment controls the amount of subtraction of
derived centre channel materialfrom L andR channels.
Adjustment: in steps of 0.05
NOTE:
multi-channel loudspeakers. If you have only two (i.e. stereo)
speakers the mode will always default to stereo, regardless of
the mode options set.
MENU
display the
setup front
page
keys to select
Mode Options.
Press
extends the front stereo image to include
On/Off
allows the sound of the centre-
L/R :0-6 - 3 is mid point
allows to move the sound field towards
L/R :0-6 - 3 is mid point
is a post processing mode providing up to
CGain: 0.0-0.5
Setting mode options will only be effective if you have
5.1 Input Bypass Level Setup
Use this screen if you are using an external analogue 5.1
source, such as a laserdisc player connected via its analogue
outputs. You cannot enable theback speakers inthis mode
• Press to
display the
setup page.
• Press the
keys to select
5.1 Bypass
Input Levels
Press
• ENTER
This screen is similarlto the Menu except that
there is no sound generator. Determine the levels by ear with
a suitable source. We recommend you set the levels to be
identical to the Speakerlevels menu andproceed from there.
only
MENU
Speaker Levels
HDMI Setup
• Access the
HDMI Menu
Press
• ENTER
This menu allows you to map an HDMI source input to any
digital input. This routes the video portion of the HDMI signal
to the TV but disables the audio portion. The audio
connection is made from the source component to the digital
input of your choice- optical orco-axial asneeded.
Why would you wantto do this?
• You have a source e.g. A PC, with a DVI output: you can
connect the video to the 8000AP via a DVI-HDMI cable
and connect the SPDIF output to a digital input on the
8000AP. You can now watchDVDs or stream audioor A/V
content via the 8000AP.
(See Page 5 for HDCP issues).
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7d: Setting Up the 8000AP - 4
Other Options
• Press to
• Press the
• ENTER
Bass Manager
This is a special setting for 2ch. PCM / analogue only and
does not otherwise affect the normal working of the Bass
manager. If you want subwoofer output from stereo material
when using large front speakers use this setting
are:
Normal
speakers are set toLarge.
L+R to Subwoofer
mixed to mono andfed to thesubwoofer.
If your speakers are large truly full range models you may
prefer the purist view and disable the subwoofer in Stereo. As
always, personal preferences willcome into play.
DAC Filter
You canset the DAC filter to or
The filter has better technical performance and best
attenuation of spurious signals but sounds “mechanical” to
many people. The filter has improved group delay
characteristics and a gentler roll off but could result in higher
spurious noise levels.
Upsampling
Upsampling applies only to Audio PCM or HDCD streams.
The default setting is “Off”. Setting upsampling ”On” pushes
the noise spectrum further up the band resulting in an
increased “airy” sound which many prefer. We suggest you
listen with upsampling onand off andchoose accordingly.
System Reset
Select YES to reset the system setup parameters to factory
defaults. After a short pause the 8000AP responds with the
message “DONE” and thedefault status isre-established.
MENU
display the setup
page.
keys to select
Other Options
Press
. The choices
- No subwoofer out from stereo material when L & R
. The low bass output of both channels is
Fast Slow.
Fast
Slow
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8a: Operation
Switching On and Off
• Make sure your power amplifier/sare switched off.
• Switch on allsource units(and the TVmonitor if used).
• Connect the 8000AP to themains power andswitch on.
• Switch the uniton viatye mains switchon the rearpanel.
The Power LED illuminates, the display shows the Mode and
the software version. The 8000APwill then gointo Standby.
• Bring the unit out of Standby:
Press the keyon
Standby
the handset or thefront panel.
• Now switch onthe poweramplifier.
• To set the 8000AP to Standby:
the handset or thefront pane
Press the key on
l.
Standby
When switched out of Standby, the last input and volume level
used is re-selected. If the volume was set to a high level when
last used the unitwill power onat a safevolume of -20dB.
Selecting a Digital Input
There are three digital co-ax inputs and four
optical inputs
DTV, DAB, MD, DX2.
There are also twoHDMI inputs
A digital source
may be selected by pressing the appropriate
input keys on the remote handset or by pressing the
button on the front panel until the desired source is shown in
the display window.
The selected digital source is automatically connected to the
digital output ( ) socket.
DIGITALOUT
If the source is switched off or disconnected or has no
active audio:
Note:
The titles of the digital inputs are descriptors: the digital
‘Silent’ appears inthe window.
co-axial inputs are identical as are the digital optical inputs
and the two HDMI inputs.
DVD, CD, DX1
HDMI1, HDMI2
digital
Audiolab 8000AP
V 3.20 HD0.35
HDMI2 VOL -20dB
Silent
DTV
DVD
CD
DAB
MD
DX1
DX2
HDMI1 HDMI2
digital
HDMI2 VOL -30dB
Silent
Basic 5.1Format
Dolby/DTS indicators
DTS Extended Format
Dolby Extended Format
HDMI PCM Format
Input
Front Channels
Rear Channels
Subwoofer
Input
Front Channels
Rear Channels
Subwoofer
Input
Front Channels
Rear Channels
Subwoofer
Input
Volume Level
DVD VOL -30dB
3/2.1
Volume Level
DVD VOL -30dB
3/3.1 ES Discrete
Additional
Format Information
Volume Level
DVD VOL -30dB
3/3 1 EX
.
Additional
Format Information
Volume Level
Digital Screen Displays
When a detectable digital format is received by the 8000AP
the screen will display the input, the receiving format and the
number of channels received. Examples of typical screen
displays are given onPage12 and inthe next column.
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Audio Format
HDMI1
VOL -30dB
PCM HD 8 Channels
Number of PCM Channels
8b: Operation - 2
Digital Modes
The 8000AP will detect and display the format of the source
material received. Press the MODE key on the handset or
front panel to cycle through the options relevant to that
format. For example, when receiving Dolby Digital 3/2.1
(5.1) you have the option to apply “EX” processing to create a
back channel or “Stereo Downmix” if you just want to listen to
2 channels.
If, for any given input source, a mode option is changed the
8000AP will remember this change and use the last option
applied whenever the sameencoded material isdetected.
Selecting an Analogue Input
There are four Analogue inputs:
Additionally there is a input and a input.
An analogue source
TAPE 5.1 bypass
may be selected by pressing the
appropriate input keys on the remote handset or by pressing
the button on the front panel until the desired
analogue
source is shown inthe display window.
Note: The titles of the analogue inputs are descriptors: all the
analogue inputs are identical as are the digital optical inputs
and the two HDMI inputs.
The TAPE input
allows a tape monitor function (if you have a
three head recorder).This enables you to compare the quality
of a tape recordingto the originalat the timeof recording.
The selected analogue input, the left and right channel of the
5.1 input or the left and right channel of a processed digital
signal are connected to the output when you
select the relevant input.
You may listen tothe analoguetape inputby pressingthe tape
key on the remote control, or the tape button on the front
panel of the 8000AP.
The 5.1 input
routes the 5.1 analogue inputs on the rear
panel directly to thevolume controlon the 8000AP. When you
select this input you will hear a relay operate as the input is
selected and all processingfunctions are disabled.
When this input is selected you can only alter the volume and
balance. You can also trim the channel parameters via the
OSD menu.
VCR, SAT, TV, AUX.
TAPE OUT
TV
AUX
analogue
tape
5.1 bypass
VCR
TAPE
5.1
SAT
Analogue Screen Displays and Modes
The four regular analogue inputs and the Tape input all
operate in the sameway.
The basic operating modeis 2 ChannelStereo.
Pressing the MODE button will invoke several matrixed post
processing modes. With the exception of PLII Movie
DTS Neo 6 Cinema, parameter adjustments for the other
and
modes can be accessedin the Setupmenu. (
NOTE:
The options available will reflect only your chosen
Dolby
See Page11).
loudspeaker configuration. For example, if you only have
Stereo loudspeakers or have enabled only the Front
loudspeakers the available optionswill default toStereo only.
5.1 bypass input
All processing modes aredisabled when thisinput is selected
Active Channels
The Active channel lights tell you which outputs, at any given
moment, have audio present.
AUX VOL -30dB
ANALOG Stereo
AUX VOL -30dB
ANALOG PLII Movie
AUX VOL -30dB
ANALOG PLII Music
AUX VOL -30dB
ANALOG NEO:6 Cinema
AUX VOL -30dB
ANALOG NEO:6 Music
5.1 Bypass VOL -30dB
centre
front rightfront left
surround rightsurround left
back rightback left
subwoofer/LFE
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8c: Operation - 3
Volume Control
The knob, keys on the handset
VOLUME VOLand the
control the level of all connected loudspeakers. They do not
affect the TAPE or DIGITAL OUT sockets
Turn the knob clockwise to increase the volume or
anticlockwise to decrease the volume in 1dB steps. When you
reach either end of the volume range, you will still be able to
rotate the knob butthe volume willstop changing.
The volume is alterable from (very low) to
( loud). The Volume level appears in the display. If you go
below -90dB the 8000AP will mute and the word MUTE will
appear in the display.
Note:
Standby and returns to this volume when next switched on. If
the last used volume is above -20dB, the 8000AP will power
on at a level of -20dB. This eliminates surprises caused by a
high previous volume setting.
VOLUME
very
The 8000AP remembers the volume when put into
.
-90dB +15dB
Mute
To mute all speaker outputs press the button on the
front panel or the mute key on the remote control. To restore
the volume press MUTEagain.
If you have turned the volume down manually below
Note:
the -90dB mark, the MUTE display will not turn on or off when
you press the key.
The 8000AP mutesmomentarily whenever you change inputs
or undertake certain functions.
MUTE
MUTE
Altering the Front Speakers Balance
VOLUME
–
MUTE
DVD VOL MUTE
3/3.1 ES Discrete
BAL
A
mute
balance
+
Night Mode
This mode works with Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround
sources which include Night Mode control parameters. Night
Mode reduces the dynamic range for quieter listening, so that
you can comfortably hear quieter passages at lower volume
levels -low levels areboosted, high levelsare cut.
Press on the handset to toggle Night Mode
NIGHT MODE
or
On Off
Night Mode will remain active until it is switched off.
Always switch this modeoff after use.
Forced Stereo Operation
Pressing the key on the handset down-mixes a multichannel signal to a stereo (front left/right) signal only (the
stereo signal is createdfrom all channels).
The subwoofer will appear in the Active Channels display if
the Front speakers have been set to Small or if the bass
management in the Setup menu has been set to L+R= to
Sub.
STEREO
Display On/Off
Pressing the key on the handset switches the display
off and on. When the 8000AP is operational and the display
is switched off only the Standby light remains on to show the
unit is active.
If you set the 8000AP to Standby when the display is switched
off, when you bring the unit out of Standby the display will
restore.
DISPLAY
Night Mode = On
Night Mode = Off
Stereo Mode
(Subwoofer Enabled)
Stereo Mode
(Subwoofer Disabled)
Press the BALANCE key on the front panel or the remote
control to enter BalanceMode
Alter the balance to the Right or Left by rotating the Volume
knob or the Left/Right keys on the handset.
keys
further left or right
Press the key on the front panel or the remote
control to exit BalanceMode
If you do nothing, after a short period the 8000AP will
automatically exit Balance Mode.
held down will move the sound progressively
BALANCE
.
Keeping the
B
–
ENTERENTER
+
Balance Control
L= 0.0dB R= 0.0dB
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9a: The Qset Menu - 1
The QSet menu
enables you to set up basic system
parameters from the frontpane.
The best way is to use QSet to trim the system. If you are
making adjustments to the setup so you can play a disc that is
not properly set up,or you arelistening ina location thatis not
the main listening seat, set the parameters back to their
original values at theend of thesession.
QSet Menus
Set Speakers and sizes.
If “small” set basscut-off frequency
Set speaker distances fromthe listening position
Set speaker levels asperceived fromthe listeningposition
LipSync.
OSD.
lter the delay betweenaudio and videosignals
A
Select NTSC or PAL for theOSD display.
Entering and Navigating the QSet Menu
• To enter the QSetmenu, press on the handset.
• Pressthe key to movedown through themenus
• Pressthe key to moveup through themenus
• Pressthe keys toselect a parameter within a menu
• To leave the QSetmenu, press the key.
QSET
QSET
Setting Loudspeaker Sizes
QSet
Press
Set Front Speaker Size
Press the keys totoggle or
If you select Small:
Press the keys toset
50Hz, 80Hz,100Hz,120Hz
After you haveset the Front Speaker Sizes:
Press the key
Set the Centre Speaker
Press the keys totoggle or
(Qset) Sizes
Front= Large
Large Small
(Qset) SIZES
Front= Small 50Hz
(Qset) SIZES
Centre = Large
Large, Small None
If you select Small:
Press the keys toset
(Qset) SIZES
Centre = Small 50Hz
50Hz, 80Hz,100Hz, 120Hz
If you have noCentre Speaker oryou wantto disable it:
Press the keys until
you reach “ ”
None
(Qset) SIZES
Centre = None
After you haveset the CentreSpeaker Size:
Press the key
Set Surround Speakers
Press the keys totoggle or
If you select Small:
Press the keys toset
(Qset) SIZES
Surround = Large
Large, Small None
(Qset) SIZES
Surround=Small 50Hz
50Hz, 80Hz,100Hz, 120Hz
If you have noSurrounds or you wantto disable them:
Press the keys until
you reach “ ”
None
(Qset) SIZES
Surround = None
After you haveset the SurroundSpeakers Size:
Press the key
Set Back Speakers
Press the keys toselect or
(Qset) SIZES
Back = 1 Small
1, 2 None
(Qset) SIZES
Back = 2 Small
Back effects speakers are
permanently set to “Small”
(Qset) SIZES
Back = None
Press the key
Is there a subwoofer?
Press the keys toset theSubwoofer to or
(Qset) SIZES
Subwoofer = Yes
Yes N o
Setting Speaker Distances and Levels
Distances
with the Front Left speaker, the menu enables you to go round
the room setting eachspeaker in turn.The sequence is:
Surr. Left: Back Left: Back Right: Surr. Right
If a speaker isset to it will not appearin the list
Press the key
Set Front Left Speaker
Press the keys to set the distance. You can set distances
from 0.5m to 10metres in 25cmsteps.
When you have setthe Front Leftspeaker:
Press the key to move to the next loudspeaker and repeat
the procedure to setall loudspeaker distancesin sequence.
If you have two Back speakers:
the distance from eachspeaker to thelistening seat
If you have onlyone (Centre Back)
speaker:
After setting upall the Loudspeaker distances:
Press the key
Press to set thenoise
If you select On
burst from the Left Front Speaker.
The default noise level is
-30dB. This level will not
appear when you switch the
generator on. Move the
Volume Knob or alter the
volume level at the handset
to trigger the leveldisplay.
are set in metres from the listening seat. Starting
Front Left: Centre: Front Right:
“None”
(Qset) Distances
Front Left = 3.50 m
You will be prompted to set
(Qset) Distances
LeftBack= 1.75 m
on/off
You willhear a noise
:
(Qset) Levels
Noise = Off
(Qset) Levels
Noise = On
(Qset) Levels
Noise = On -29dB
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9b: The Qset Menu - 2
Setting Speaker Levels
The Front Left loudspeaker determines the reference level. All
the other speaker levels are established as variations up or
down from this level. If for any reason you change the
reference level you willneed to re-set all the loudspeakers.
The levels of allloudspeakers are setin order
Front Left : Centre: Front Right: Surr. Right:
Subwoofer: Surr. Left: Back Left: Back Right
If a speaker isset to it will not appearin the list
Set a comfortable levelfor the Left Front Speaker.
Press the key
Press the keys to adjust the level of each loudspeaker to
be the same as the Front Left loudspeaker. Individual speaker
levels can be adjustedby up to+/- 10dB.
When you have setone speaker:
Press the key to move to the next loudspeaker and repeat
the procedure to setall loudspeaker levelsin sequence.
If you have two Back speakers:
the relative level of each speaker.
If you have onlyone (Centre Back)
speaker:
After setting upall the Loudspeaker levels:
Press the key
if you are trimming the subwoofer.
set the level tobe the sameas the Front Left loudspeaker
If you are establishing the level and have not already set
up the subwooferin the Setup Menu:
described on Page10
We suggest you follow the procedures described on
Page 12 when setting LoudspeakerLevels.
(ref)
“None”
(Qset) Levels
Centre = 0 dB
You will be prompted to set
(Qset) s
LeftBack =
(Qset) Levels
Subwoofer = 0 dB
Press the keys to
Follow the procedure
Level
0dB
Lip-Sync Adjustment
Lip-sync adjustment will mainly be needed in the following
circumstances.
Some modern flat panel screens have heavy amounts of
1
video processing which adds delay, hence the need to delay
the audio so thepicture and soundmatch.
Occasionally there are lip-sync problems, even with
2
‘correctly’ synchronized soundtracks. This may be because of
poor dubbing which cannot be compensated for as the delay
is erratic.
Press the key
Press the keys to
NOTE: The selected lip-sync delay will remain even after
the 8000AP is switched off.
because of programme irregularities you should reset it to the
correct value (or the default setting) immediately you have
finished listening to the affectedprogramme.
Finally, aftersetting all hesystem parameters:
Press the key on the handsetto exit theQset screen.
QSET
(Qset) Lip Sync
Delay = 0 ms
adjust the delay from 0 - 500ms
If you have adjusted the lip-sync
On Screen Display Adjustment
The default TV system for the On Screen Display is PAL. If you
have an NTSC TV set (or have inadvertently set the OSD to
NTSC in a PAL area) theMenu Screen maynot bevisible.
Press on the handsetto enter theQSet menu.
QSET
Press the key to move down through the menus until you
reach the final screen
Press the keys totoggle theTV system fromPAL to NTSC
Press the key on the handsetto exit theQset screen.
(Qset) OSD PAL/NTSC
Mode = PAL
QSET
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10 Troubleshooting:
Until you are familiar with the operation of your 8000AP,
you may experience occasional difficulties. This guide
will help you overcomethe most likelyissues.
No lights on theunit
Check that:
• the mains lead is plugged in and that the outlet to which it is
connected to is switchedon.
• the mains switchon the 8000APis ON.
No response/poor response tohandset commands
Check that:
• the 8000AP isswitched on.
• there are freshbatteries in theremote control.
• the 8000AP’s display window isvisible andyou arepointing
the remote control towardsit.
No on-screen display
Check that:
• your television is on and switched to display the output from
the 8000AP.
• the correct videoinput is selectedat the TV.
• the correct TVsystem is enabled
No sound
Check that:
• the correct sourceis selected.
• the volume isturned up toa reasonable level
• the output isnot muted.
• your source and power amplifier(s) are connected correctly
and switched on.
The Mute function doesnot work
Check that:
• the volume has not been turned fully down to the mute
position.
(see Page 17)
Sound is poor quality/ distorted
Check that:
• all cables are making good connections. If necessary,
switch off the power, then withdraw the connector and plug it
back in again, thenswitch on thepower.
• you have setthe speaker typeto suit yoursystem.
• Night Mode isnot enabled.
The sound does notco-incide withthe picture
Check that:
• if you are using a flat screen TV the Lip-Sync is adjusted
correctly.
The front panel displayis blank
Check that:
• The display is not turned off. Press the display display key on
the remote control.
Sound comes from onlysome of your loudspeakers
Check that:
• the 8000AP isset up touse all thespeakers in yoursystem.
• a suitable surround sound sourceis selected andplaying.
• if you are playing a digital source, the player is outputting
multi-channel data.
• the display indicatesthat the discis multi-channel .
• you have notselected the ‘stereo’down-mix mode.
• the speaker balanceis correct.
• all amplifiers areswitched on.
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11: Service & Warranty
Care & Cleaning
While cleaning is in progress the AC power cord must be
unplugged from the AC power supply socket.
Grease or dirt on the equipment may be removed with a soft,
lint-free cloth slightly moistened with a mild solution of warm
water and detergent or washing-up liquid. Do not use any
other solutions or solvents.
If you have any queries regarding the use of Audiolab
equipment, consult your dealer.
Servicing
Servicing of Audiolab products should only be carried out by
authorised service agents. If service is required the equipment
should be returned, securely packaged, preferably using
original packaging, to your dealer.
In the UK equipment may be returned to the IAG Service
Centre. In the USA equipment may be returned to the Service
address shown on thispage.
Always telephone before returningany equipment.
A note should be enclosed with your name, address, telephone
number, and a brief description of the reason for return.
If you require Service outside the Warranty period, do not
hesitate to contact yourdealer.
Service Address - UK
IAG Service Centre
Unit 4, St Margaret’s Way
Stukeley Meadows Industrial Estate
Huntingdon Cambs
PE29 6EB
England
Tel:+44 (0)1480 Fax: +44 (0)1480
Service Address - USA
IAG America, Inc.
8440 154th Avenue NE
Redmond, Washington 98052
USA
Tel: +1 425 861 3909 Fax: +1 425 861 3906
Service Address - ASIA
IAG. Room 2310 - 2311, Press Building, Shennan Road C,
Shenzhen, China.
Tel: +86-755-82091200 Fax: +86-755-82091205
45256 413403
Audiolab limited warranty
Audiolab Ltd. warrants this product, subject to the terms and
conditions below, to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship. During the warranty period Audiolab will
repair or replace (at Audiolab's option) this product, or any
defective part in this product, if it is found to be defective due
to faulty materials, workmanship or function. The warranty
period may vary fromcountry to country.
Terms andconditions:
The warranty starts on the date of purchase (or the date of
delivery if this islater).
You must provide proof of purchase / delivery before work
can be carried out. Without this proof, any work carried out
will be chargeable toyou.
All work will be carried out by Audiolab or its authorised
agents or distributors. Any unauthorised repair or
modification will void thiswarranty.
If any part is no longer available it will replaced with a
functional replacement part.
Any parts that are replaced will become the property of
Audiolab.
Any repair or replacement under this warranty will not extend
the period of warranty.
This warranty is valid only in the country of purchase, applies
only to the first purchaser and is not transferable.
The following are notcovered:
Products on which the serial number has been removed,
!
altered or otherwise madeillegible.
Normal wear and tearand cosmetic damage.
!
Transportation orinstallation of theproduct.
!
Accidental damage, faults caused by commercial use,
!
acts of God, incorrect installation, connection or
packaging, misuse, neglect or careless operation or
handling of the product which is not in accordance with
Audiolab's user instructions.
Equipment that has been operated in conjunction with
!
unsuitable, inappropriate or faultyapparatus.
!
Repairs or alterations carried out by parties other than
Audiolab or its authorisedagents or distributors.
!
Products not purchased from an Audiolab authorised
dealer.
!
Products that were not new at the time of original
purchase.
!
Products sold 'asis', 'asseen' or 'withall faults'.
Repairs or replacements as provided under this warranty are
the exclusive remedy of the consumer. Audiolab shall not be
liable for any incidentalor consequential damagesfor breach
of any express or implied warranty in this product. Except to
the extent prohibited by law, this warranty is exclusive and in
lieu of all other warranties whatsoever, both express and
implied, including, but not limited to, the warranty of
merchantability and fitness fora practical purpose.
This warranty provides benefits that are additional to and do
not affect your statutoryrights as aconsumer.
Some countries and US states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages or implied
warranties so the exclusions in the paragraph above may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may have other statutory rights, which vary from state to
state or country tocountry.
How to claim:
To obtain warranty service contact the Audiolab authorised
dealer from which you purchased this product. Do not
despatch goods without the prior agreement of the dealer,
Audiolab or their authoriseddistributors.
If asked to return products for inspection and/or repair, pack
carefully, preferably in the original cartons or packaging
affording an equal degree of protection, and return prepaid.
If unsuitable packaging isused, Audiolab maymake a charge
for the supply ofnew packaging.
Insurance is recommended as goods are returned at owner's
risk. Audiolab or their authorised distributors cannot be held
liable for loss ordamage in transit.
Packing, insurance and freight on the return journey will be
paid by Audiolab or their authorised agents or distributor if
corrective work proves tobe necessary.
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12: 8000AP Specifications
Digital Inputs
Frequency
Response
Distortion
(THD)
Dynamic
Range
10Hz – 20KHz (±0.2dB)
5Hz – 75KHz (±3dB)
< 0.002% (0dBFS @1KHz)
16bit, Fs= 44.1KHz, B/W 20Hz- 20KHz
> 103dB
Analogue Inputs
Input
Sensitivity
Frequency
Response
Distortion
(THD)
Dynamic
Range
0dBu (775mV); Max 3.5V
Unity Gain (1) withVol. Level at0dB
10Hz – 20KHz (±0.2dB)
5Hz – 24KHz (±3dB)
< 0.003% (rel. 2V@1kHz)
Bandwidth = 20Hz -20KHz
100dB
5.1 Bypass Input
Input
Sensitivity
Frequency
Response
Distortion
(THD)
Dynamic
Range
0dBu (775mV); Max 3.5V
Unity Gain (1) withVol. Level at0dB
10Hz – 20KHz (±0.2dB)
5Hz – 100KHz (±3dB)
< 0.001% (rel. 2V@1kHz)
> 110dB
Analogue Outputs
Output
Level
Volume
Control
0dBu (775mV)
Max 3.5V
90dB to +15dB in 1dB steps ,
Channel imbalance < 0.1dB
Video Outputs
HDMI 1.2a compliant
HDMI
Connection
Composite
OSD
HDMI 1.3 compatible
Max resolution 1080p
HDCP compatible
1.5Vp-p , 75Ω
PALor NTSC
General
Mains
Voltage
Power
Consumption
Dimensions
overall (WxHxD)
Weight
Audiolab reserves the right to alter design and specification without notice.
Specification may vary for different countries.
90 - 100 V/110 - 120V / 220- 240V
(marked on the rearof the unit)
15W Operational
< 7W Standby
445 mm x 75mm x 338mm
Net: 5.76 Kg
shipping: 7.38 Kg
Key Features
DSP:
Dual DSP, Cirrus Logic CS494003, 24Bit front end /
32Bit Post processing
D/A converters:
Adjustable D/A filter response
A/D converters:
Upsampling:
Audio Processing Modes:
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital EX
Dolby Pro Logic II
Dolby Pro Logic IIx
DTS
DTS ES Matrix
DTS ES Discrete
DTS 96/24
DTS NEO:6
PCM Stereo (24bit / 192KHz)
HDCD
2 Ch PCM 24Bit / 192KHzvia HDMI
8 Ch. PCM 24Bit/ 96KHz viaHDMI
5.1 Analogue Bypass
Video:
HDMI max resolution 1080p
OSD (On Screen Display)Composite Video (PAL/NTSC)
Connectivity:
2 HDMI inputs and1 HDMI output
3 Coaxial Digital SPDIFinputs
4 Optical Digital SPDIFinputs
1 Optical Digital SPDIFoutput
5 Analogue Inputs viaRCA phono connectors
8 Analogue Outputs (7.1)via RCA phonoconnectors
1 Analogue Tape Output via RCAphono connector
6 Analogue Inputs (5.1Bypass) via RCAphono connectors
1 OSD (On ScreenDisplay) output (CompositeVideo)
1 RS232 Communications port
Separate Analogue and Digital Power Supply with 10
Regulated Supplies.
24Bit / 192KHz bit-stream
24Bit / 48KHz bit-stream
2x (on Digital PCM& HDCD)
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Audiolab
IAG House,
Sovereign Court,
Ermine Business Park,
Huntingdon
Cambs
PE29 6XU
Tel: 01480 447700
Fax: 01480 431767
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