B&K REF 70 User Manual

Reference 70

Home Theater Preamplifier Processor

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The Heart & Soul of your A/V System!

Introducing the Reference 70, B&K's new state-of-the-art Home Theater Preamp Processor. The Reference 70 is easy to use, great sounding and delivers crystal clear High Definition video to your home theater. Simple to set-up and easy to use, the Reference 70 provides a level of sophistication and ease of use that is unparalleled in

the industry. Today's cutting edge technologies and performance, all at the touch of a

button. Dolby Digital™, DTS™ and B & K's proprietary multi-channel stereo and

surround modes deliver the best audio formats to you, with detail, clarity, tremendous

bass and treble response. The Reference 70, state-of-the-art today and upgradable tomorrow. B & K's Reference 70 performance is based upon combining our in-house design expertise with the ingenuity of our partners at Freescale Semiconductor™ and Silicon Optix. Using the latest audio processor from Freescale Semiconductor™ and combining it with the Reon HQV™ high-performance video processor from Silicon Optix™, we give you true video scaling up to lOBOp with a musical performance to

match. Sit back, relax and let the Reference 70 transport you to the theater or concert.

14 discrete Audio & Video Inputs Including 6 HDMI™ Inputs High performance True Video Scaling up to 1080p B&K's New GUI On-Sreen Overlay Interface, up to 1080p via HDMI™ Built in FM/AM Tuner with up to 40 Simple Tuner Preset Stations

5.1 / 7.1 Analog Inputs for SACD™ / DVD Audio™ / Dolby TrueHD™ / DTS-HD Master Audio"

7.1 Balanced (XLR) Outputs for High Quality Amplifier Connections New Smart Sync™ Programmable Audio & Video Preferences by B & K

The all new Reference 70 combined an elegant European front panel design with the solid and sound American philosophy of engineering and manufacturing. The

Reference 70 has a fully loaded rear panel to suit any connection needs with 14 discreet Audio & Video Inputs including 6 HDMI Inputs (version 1.3b). Combined with our state-of-the-art technology are 7.1 true balanced (XLR) connections for pristine sound unprecedented in the industry. Cutting edge technologies from our design

partners combined with B&K's legendary design, engineering and manufacturing expertise make the Reference 70 "Simply Better".

Great Video

The Reference 70 uses the Reon™ Video Processor by Silicon Optix™ to set a new standard for video excellence called HQV™ or Hollywood Quality Video. With vibrant colors, sharp images, and clear details, B & K’s Reference 70 delivers brilliant High Definition video to your Home Theater!

Great Sound

The Reference 70 sets new stan dards of audio performance using audio processors by Freescale Semiconductor™. Combine the Reference 70 with a matching B&Kamplifierand the experience is simply awesome. B&K’s power amps deliver a combination of detail, finesse and power that lets the true feeling of a live perfor mance shine through!

Easy to Use

B & K be!ieves in the philosophy of Simply Better! Our exc!usive Smart Sync™ Audio/Video preferences make techno!ogy and performance avai!ab!e to you at the touch of a button. Our new on-screen menu makes setup of your Reference 70 a snap! Sit back, relax, and enjoy your new B&K home theater.

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Reference 70 Home Theater Preamplifier Processor

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Features

■ 14 Discrete Audio & Video Inputs

■ 6 HDMI Inputs and 1 HDMI Monitor Output, (version 1.3b)

■ 8 Component Inputs and 2 Component Monitor Outputs

■ Upconverting and Scaling of Component, S-Video and Composite to HDMI

■ True Scaling up to 1080p

■ Cinemascope Scaling for 2.35 Aspect Ratio Screen (Lens Needed)

■ B&K's GUI On-Screen Interface with Overlays up to 1080p via HDMI

■ 16 Digital Inputs (8 optical / 8 coaxial) Including Digital Audio on the 6 HDMI Inputs

■ Ethernet port (RJ-45) for IP Command and Control

■ Flash upgrade Capability

■ Full 2-Way RS-232

■ Built-In 14 Source Discrete IR Routing

■ Built-In FM/AM Tuner with up to 40 Simple Tuner Preset Stations

■ Rear IR Input Jack (1/8" Minijack)

■ 5.1 / 7.1 Analog Inputs for SACD / DVD Audio / Dolby TrueHD / DTS-HD Master Audio

■ New Smart Sync Programmable Audio & Video Preferences by B & K

■ USB 2.0 for Computer Programming

■ 1 Pair Balanced (XLR) Input / 1 Balanced Digital Input

■ 8 Unbalanced (RCA) Outputs / 8 Balanced (XLR) Outputs

■ Made in the U.S.A.

■ 5 Year Parts & Labor Warranty

14 Discrete A/V Inputs

6 HDMI - Audio and Video 8 Optical Digital Audio 8 Coax Digital Audio 8 Analog Audio and Video 8 Component / S-Video / Composite

5.1 / 7.1 Analog Inputs

B&K's Multi-Channel 5.1 /

7.1 Analog Input allows you

to pass through multi channel analog audio from any source component. SACD / DVD Audio or newer formats like Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio can be passed to the B&K

Multi-Channel Analog Input.

Component-Centric

B & K's Component-Centric design allows for all 8 Component Video Inputs to also pass S-Video or Compos ite Video signals. S-Video and Composite Sources are transcoded to Component Video or then scaled to 1080p via HDMI.

B&K Home Theater Partners

Dolby Pro Logic llx, Dolby Digital and AC3 are Trademarks of Dolby Laboratories - DTS is a Trademark of Digital Theater Systems, L.L.C - HDMI, the HDMI Logo and

High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Freescaie and the Freescale logo are trademarks of Freescale

Semiconductor, Inc. SILICON OPTIX, HOLLYWOOD QUALITY VIDEO, HQV, REON-VX, are trademarks and service marks of Silicon Optix Inc.

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