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1. Safety Instructions
1.
Read Instructions -- All the safety and operation
instructions should be read before the Carver Component
is operated.
2. Retain Instructions -
The safety and operating
instructions should be
kept for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All
warnings on the Compo-
nent and in these operat-
ing instructions should be
followed.
4. Follow Instructions -
All operating and other
instructions should be
followed.
5. Water and Moisture -
The Component 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.
6. Ventilation - The
Component should be
situated so that its location
or position does not
interfere with its proper
ventilation. For example,
the Component should
not be situated on a bed,
sofa, rug, or similar
surface that may block
any ventilation openings;
or placed in a built-in
installation such as a
bookcase or cabinet that
may impede the flow of
air through ventilation
openings.
7. Heat - The Compo-
nentshould be situated away from heat sources such as
radiators, or other devices which produce heat.
8. Power Sources - The Component should be connected
to a power supply only of the type described in these
operation instructions or as marked on the Component.
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol
within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user of the
presence of important operating and main-
tenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
9. Power Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked upon or pinched
by items placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit the Component.
10. Cleaning - The
Component should be
cleaned only as
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Carts and stands - The
Component should be used
only with a cart or stand
that is recommended by
the manufacturer.
A Component and cart
combination should be
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause
the Component and cart
combination to overturn.
14. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the
Component beyond those means described in this operating
manual. All other servicing should be referred to qualified
service personnel.
15. Power Lines -An outdoor antenna should be located away
from power lines.
recommended in this
manual.
11. Non-use Periods-
The power cord of the
Component should be
unplugged from the outlet
when unused for a long
period of time.
12. Object and Liquid
Entry - Care should be
taken so that objects do
not fall into and liquids
are not spilled into the
inside of the Component.
13.
Damage Requiring
Service - The Compo-
nent should be serviced
only by qualified service
personnel when:
A. The power-supply
cord or the plug has been
damaged; or
B.
Objects have fallen,
or liquid has spilled into
the Component; or
C. The Component has
been exposed to rain; or
D. The Component does
not appear to operate
normally or exhibits
a marked change in
performance;
or
E. The Component has
been dropped, or its
cabinet damaged.
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16. To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized plug
with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the
blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
Pour preevenir les chocs electriques ne pas utiliser cette
fiche polarisee avec un prolongateur, un prise de courant
QU
une autre sortie de courant, sauf si les lames peuvent
etre insereesafond sans laisser aucune pariieadecouvert.
17. Grounding or Polarization - Precautions should be
taken so that the grounding or polarization means of the
Component is not defeated.
18. Internal/External Voltage Selectors - Internal or
external line voltage selector switches, if any, should only
be reset and re-equipped with a proper plug for alternate
voltage by a qualified service technician. See an Author-
ized Carver Dealer for more information.
WARNING - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE
OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRO-
DUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU' AU FOND.
19. Attachment Plugs for Alternate Line Voltage (Dual
voltage models only) - See your Authorized Carver
Dealer for information on the attachment plug for alternate
voltage use. This pertains to dual-voltage units only.
This apparatus does not exceed the Class A/Class B
(whichever is applicable) limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference
regulations .of the Canadian Department of Communica-
tions.
ATTENTION - Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas
de bruits radioelectriques depassant las limites applicables
aux appareils numeriques de class A/de class B (selon Ie
cas) prescrites dans Ie reglernent sur Ie brouillage
radioelectrique edicte par les ministere des communications
du Canada.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ACCORDING TO NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN ARTICLE
NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE.
NOTE TO CATV INSTALLER
This reminder is to call the CATVsystem installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guide-
lines for proper grounding and in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding
system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
OUTSIDE ANTENNA GROUNDING
If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge
unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure above.
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Contents
1. Safety Instructions Page 2
2. Introduction
About This Manual 5
3. CT-29v Features 6
4. Unpacking and Paperwork 7
5. Installation 7
Location and General Precautions 7
Getting Started 7
Connection Tips 8
Rear Panel Connections 8
System Configurations 12
A quick lesson on input/output levels 12
6. Operation 16
Front Panel Features 16
On-Screen Display 19
Playback of Audio and Video Sources 21
FM/AM/CATV Tuner Functions and
Preset Programming 22
Recording 24
Copying Audio to TAPEor DCC 24
Copying Video to VCRI or VCR2 24
7. Remote Control 26
RC-5 Remote Control Bus 26
RH-29V Handheld Remote Transmitter 26
Batteries 26
RH-29V Operation 26
Learning Procedure 31
8. About Surround Sound 33
Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound 33
Modes of Operation 34
DSP Modes (Chart) 35
Speaker Selection and Placement. 36
Amplifier Selection 37
Surround Sound Level Adjustment 38
9. Multi-Room Operation 39
IR-R7Multi-Room Infrared Receiver 39
Simultaneous Operation of Multi-Room and
Surround Sound 39
10. In Case of Difficulty 40
11. Specifications 41
12. Care and Service Assistance .43
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2. Introduction
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CT-29v
Congratulations on your purchase of a new
Carver CT-29v Dolby Pro-Logic Audio/Video
Preamplifier/Tuner. We expect that its sophis-
ticated engineering and meticulous craftsman-
ship will provide you with many years of
listening enjoyment.
At the heart of the CT-29v is the power of
DSP (Digital Signal Processing), which is used
to perform the intricate decoding and logic
steering of the Dolby Surround Pro-Logic
encoded audio signal. Dolby Pro-Logic func-
tions in the same way as the decoding found
in Dolby Stereo cinema processors used in
state-of-the-art movie theaters. The key to the
system is center channel active logic steering
that provides a natural sound stage and a
realistic simulation of the environment seen
on the video screen, independent of viewer
position.
The CT-29v also features an auto-balance
circuit that continuously monitors and adjusts
the relative levels of the source material input
for proper decoding.
Other DSP modes include "Movie Sur-
round", which provides extended surround
delay of up to 90mS. For conventional stereo
sources, we have provided a "Hall
"Hall 2" ambience generator that convinc-
ingly simulates the sound of two different-
sized concert halls. For monophonic sound
sources, such as many sports broadcasts and
older movies, the CT-29v has a "matrix"
stereo synthesizer that adds a worthwhile
spacial dimension. The "3-Channel Logic"
mode provides a center "fill" channel and
vocal centering for stereo systems that require
the left and right speakers to be located far
apart.
As an audio/video preamplifier, the CT-29v
provides the flexibility you need to integrate
today's modern audio/video components. In
addition to the four audio only inputs and
three audio/video inputs, the CT-29v has
three S-video input and output connectors,
and an external processor loop.
As a Multi-room preamplifier, the CT-29v
allows you to listen to an audio source in
another room, which can be independently
controlled from the other room with an
optional IR-R7infrared receiver connected to
the CT-29v.
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The CT-29v allows you to dub any audio
source to a tape recorder, and any video
source to a VCR quickly and easily. And you
can proceed with the recording while you are
watching o·rlistening to a different program.
The "on-screen display" is a feature you will
come to appreciate as a useful complement to
the fluorescent display on the front panel.
This can be used to quickly inform you of the
status of all the CT-29v settings at a glance,
right on your TV screen.
Your CT-29v preamplifier was designed by
people with a lifetime commitment to provid-
ing the world's finest components for music
reproduction and home entertainment.
Thanks for placing your confidence in Carver.
We know your new preamplifier will provide
many years of listening enjoyment.
About This Manual
As you are no doubt aware already, the
CT-29v is an extraordinarily complex and
sophisticated electronic component. Conse-
quently, installing your CT-29v and familiariz-
ing yourself with its operation probably will
require more time and attention than you
have been accustomed to with previous com-
ponents. However, paying careful attention
to this manual is particularly important. In
the long run, reading the manual will save
time, and perhaps avoid some needless frus-
tration.
You are probably eager to hook up your
new CT-29v so you can experience its superb
sonic performance in your system. Right now
you are probably asking yourself: "Do I have
to read this entire manual before I can begin?"
No. You can do it in stages if you like. The
contents are structured progressively, so you
can install your CT-29v and enjoy basic opera-
tions before proceeding to the more sophisti-
cated functions. You should at least skim
through Section 6
begin, and then follow the instructions in
detail as you unpack, install and learn the
basic operating functions. The section on
Front Panel Features gives a brief description
of each of the CT-29v buttons and controls.
From there, you may then be referred to
(Operation)
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another section of the manual that contains a
more detailed description of a feature or
related operation. Then, once your unit is "up
and running", you can proceed through the
rest of the manual, becoming familiar with
the remote control, Multi-room and surround
sound features while enjoying music.
Despite its many sophisticated switching
and programming features, the actual opera-
3. CT-29v Features
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Advanced Dolby Pro-Logic Surround
decoder with adjustable delay and auto-
input balance provides theater-like sound
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Movie, 3 Channel Logic, Hall I, Hall 2 and
Matrix Surround modes with DSPand
adjustable delay from 0-90mS
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DSP memory automatically recalls the last
surround mode, center mode and delay
setting for the selected video input source
Seven audio inputs, three composite video
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inputs and three S-video inputs
Five outputs for Surround Sound opera-
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tion: Left and Right Front, two Surround
and one Center
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18dB/octave Subwoofer output with inde-
pendently adjustable volume control
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Three composite video outputs and three
S-video outputs, including one for video
monitor
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Independent Multi-room input selector for
playing different sources in another room trol
Independent volume control for Multi-
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room output
Easy-to-read fluorescent display lets you
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confirm settings at a glance
On-screen function display appears for
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ease of monitoring setting changes
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Digital frequency-synthesis AM/FM tuner
Auto-scan and manual step tuning
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tion of the CT-29v is surprisingly "user
friendly". Most operations can be accom-
plished with the push of a button. Some of
the more complicated operations, such as
programming the remote control, don't have
to be remembered because they are performed
only once. However, until all operating
procedures become second-nature, keep this
. manual close at hand for reference.
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Equipped with a CATV (FM)coaxial input
in addition to the regular AM/FM antenna
inputs
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Random presetting of up to 30 AM/FM
(or CATV) stations
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Signal strength meter
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Video signals recordable on either of two
VCRs
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EQ In/Out for connecting an external
processor into the signal path
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Bass and Treble tone controls, and Loud-
ness button
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Left/Right Balance control
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Vocal Zoom control for enhancing vocal
presence
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Motor-driven master volume control can
be operated from the remote control unit
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Headphone jack
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Full function programmable remote con-
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RC-S remote control input and output bus
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Two AC outlets, one switched and one
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4. Unpacking and
Paperwork
Carefully unpack your CT-29v and keep the
original carton and packing materials for
future moving, shipment or long-term stor-
age.
After opening the box, please check for any
visible signs of damage that were not apparent
from the outside of the box. If you do en-
counter what appears to be concealed damage,
please consult your Carver Dealer before
proceeding to further unpack or install the
unit.
Important Paperwork
Make sure to save your sales receipt. Your
receipt is extremely important to establish the
duration of your Limited Warranty, and for
insurance purposes. Next, make a note of the
serial number which is located on the back of
the CT-29v. Record it in the space provided
below for convenient reference.
Model: CT-29v
Serial Number: _
Purchased at:
5. Installation
Location and General
Precautions
Observe the following precautions when
choosing a location for the CT-29v:
• Do not expose the unit to rain or mois-
ture.
• Protect from prolonged exposure to direct
sunlight.
• Avoid excessive exposure to extreme cold
or dust.
• Avoid exposure to electrostatic discharge.
• Do not place heavy objects on the unit.
• Protect from heat and allow adequate
ventilation. Place away from direct
sources of heat, such as heating vents and
radiators.
All components produce some heat during
operation, so make sure that ventilation holes
are not covered, and that air is allowed to
circulate freely behind, beside and above the
unit. Excessive heat is the single greatest
source of both short-term and long-term
component failure.
If a fluid or foreign object does enter the
unit, disconnect the power plug and contact
an authorized dealer or service center. Do not
pull out the plug by pulling on the cord; grasp
the plug firmly.
Getting Started
Date:
Finally, take a moment to fill out the
Warranty Registration Card packed with the
CT-29v and return it to Carver. This provides
us with important information about you, our
valued customer.
For information on selection of speakers
and amplifiers for surround sound operation,
see
About Surround Sound
No special tools are required to make con-
nections to the CT-29v. If you are installing
new speakers for surround sound or Multi-
room operaton, you may require a wire cutter
and wire stripper, or other appropriate tools.
No connecting cables are supplied with the
CT-29v. RCA-type interconnect cables are
often supplied with the source units. Addi-
tional cables are available from your Carver
dealer.
If installing in a cabinet, provide sufficient
cable slack to allow turning the preamplifier
around 180 degrees to make all connections.
If this is not possible, a small lamp and hand
mirror may be helpful in making some con-
nections.
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Connection Tips
Before launching into the actual cable-
connection frenzy of setting up your new
system, consider the following tips.
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Make sure all components are OFF before
making any connections. It's a good idea
to plug in your AC power cord last to
avoid accidentally turning on the unit
while installing.
Make sure that "left.is hooked to left and
right is hooked to right" at each connec-
tion. The obvious way to assure this is to
assign one hook-up cord plug color to left
and the other to right. Generally RED is
used to signify RIGHT. White, grey or
black then represents left.
Whenever possible, keep power cords away
from signal cables (inputs from CD player,
tape deck, etc.) to prevent hum. While
hum is less of a problem today than it was
in the past, noise can still find its way into
your system if a component's power cord
becomes too intimately involved with a
hook-up cable. Carver components' power
cords and convenience outlets are all on
the right side of the chassis (when viewed
from the back). This allows you to bundle
all the component power cords and keep
them separate from signal connections.
Choose reliable hook-up cables (also called
interconnects, patch cords or RCA cables).
There are lots of different grades of hook-
up cables. You can pay more than $50 per
foot for some of them! Whether or not
you hear an improvement in sound qual-
ity with" audiophile" interconnects is up
to your own ears. However, really CHEAP
or old connection cables can sometimes
DIS-connect themselves inside, causing
hum or a loss of sound in one or both
channels. Before you send a component
in for service, swap hook-up cables to see if
they're the culprit.
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For video connections, use connecting
cables that are specifically designed for
video. Video signals are far higher in
frequency than audio and can often ben-
efit from a higher quality interconnect.
Several companies make specialized audio/
video cables with two audio and one video
conductor. Consult your Carver dealer.
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DON'T PANIC! While there are more than
fifty possible connections on the back of
the CT-29v, matching them up with your
existing equipment is simple if you make
the connections methodically, one at a
time. This is the safest way to avoid cross-
connecting channels or confusing signal
inputs with outputs.
Rear Panel Connections
ANTENNA CONNECTIONS
A. CATVantenna terminal (75 ohm)
For connecting a CATVcable. This is used
with a 75 ohm coaxial cable and F-connector.
B. FMantenna terminal (75 ohm)
For connecting an external FM antenna
with a 75 ohm coaxial cable and F-connector.
If you choose to use the supplied indoor
folded dipole antenna, you will need to first
connect it to the supplied transformer/adapter
(balun).
C. AMantenna and ground terminals
For connecting the supplied AM loop
antenna. The polarity of this connection
doesn't matter. Just connect one antenna
wire to the" AM" terminal and the other wire
to the "GND" terminal.
If the supplied loop antenna gives unsatis-
factory results, you may require an outdoor
antenna. Use the AM terminal for this. An
earth grounding lead can be connected to the
GND terminal to further reduce interference.
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AUDIO INPUTS AND OUTPUTS
D. PHONO input jacks
Connect to the output jacks of a turntable
equipped with a moving magnet (MM) car-
tridge. Connect the turntable's ground wire
to the GND terminal (E).
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Note: If you hear a humming sound or
other noise when the ground wire is con-
nected, try disconnecting the ground wire.
F. CD input jacks
Connect to the audio output jacks of a CD
player.
G. TAPE INput/OUTput jacks
Connect the IN jacks to a cassette deck's
output (PLAY)jacks, and connect the OUT
jacks to the cassette deck's input (REC)jacks.
H. DCCINput/OUTput jacks
Connect the IN jacks to a DCC (Digital
Compact Cassette) deck's output (PLAY)jacks,
and connect the OUT jacks to the deck's input
(REC)jacks.
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Note: A second cassette deck, reel-to-reel,
DAT or MD player can be connected here if
you do not own a DCC deck.
I. LD input jacks
Connect to the audio output jacks of a laser
disc player.
J.
VCRt INput/OUTput jacks
Connect the IN jacks to a VCR's audio
output jacks and the OUT jacks to the VCR's
audio input jacks.
K. VCR2 INput/OUTput jacks
Connect the IN jacks to a second VCR's
audio output jacks and the OUT jacks to the
VCR's audio input jacks.
L. EQ INput/OUTput jacks
Remove the U-shaped jumpers from these
jacks to make this connection. These jacks
allow inserting an external processor such as
an equalizer or digital delay into the signal
chain. This insertion point is located after all
the inputs (including the TAPEand VCR
loops), but before the Surround Sound decod-
ing circuits, Tone, Balance and the Master
Volume control.
Connect the IN jacks to an external
processor's audio output jacks and the OUT
jacks to the processor's audio input jacks.
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Note: Leave the U-shaped jumpers in-
. stalled when not using these jacks, or there
will be no output from the CT-29v.
VIDEO INPUTS AND OUTPUTS
M. LD VIDEO and S-VIDEO input jacks
Connect to the video output jack of a laser
disc player.
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OUTput jacks
Connect the IN jack to your main VCR's
video output jack, and connect the OUT jack
to the VCR's video input jack.
O. VCR2 VIDEO and S-VIDEO INput/
OUTput jacks
Connect the IN jack to a second VCR's
video output jack, and connect the OUT jack
to the VCR's video input jack.
P. TV MONitor VIDEO and S-VIDEO
output jacks
Connect to the video input jack on your
TV. This jack routes the video source selected
on the CT-29v to your TV monitor.
Notes on the S-VIDEOinput/output
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The circuits for the S-VIDEOinput/output
jacks and the composite (RCA)Video
input/output jacks are separate and thus
function independently.
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The CT-29v Input Selector buttons switch
both Video and S-Video inputs at the same
time, but it cannot convert from Video to
S-Video or from S-Video to Video.
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The video signals from the On-Screen
Display (OSD) circuit are not output
through the VCR Video or S-Video output
jacks, or through the TV MONI S-Video
output jack. If the OSD feature is desired,
use the TV MONI composite Video output
jacks.
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If VCRI is connected using both the VCRI
S-VIDEO jack and the VCRI RCA jacks,
signals are output to both jacks when
VCRI is selected. Select whether to moni-
tor the S-VIDEO signal or the RCA jack
video signal on the monitor TV side.
For details on S-VIDEO, refer to the in-
struction manual provided with your
monitor TV.
Caution
to the circuit configuration of this unit, be
sure to use the same type of connection
for both the input and the output of VCRI
and 2. Do not attempt to use a modified
S-VIDEO cable for the input and RCA jack
for the output, or RCA jack for the input
and S-VIDEO for the output. This could
damage your A/V system.
For connecting S-VIDEO jacks, use com-
mercially available S-VIDEO connection
cables. Consult your Carver dealer for
availability.
when using S-VIDEO jacks: Due
MAIN AUDIO OUTPUTS
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FRONT
Connect to the input jacks of the amplifier
used to drive the main left and right speakers.
R. SURROUND
Connect to the input jacks of the amplifier
used to drive the surround (rear) speakers.
S. CENTER
Connect to the input jack of the amplifier
used to drive the center channel speaker.
T. SUBWOOFER
An optional connection provided for add-
ing a subwoofer speaker to your system. This
may be desirable particularly if your main
(FRONT) speakers are lacking in low frequency
response (below 80 Hz).
Connect to the input jack of an amplifier
used to drive a subwoofer.
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U. Sub woofer VOLUME control
Adjusts the relative volume level of the
subwoofer speaker with respect to the rest of
your speakers.
V. MULTI OUT jacks
Connect to the input jacks of the amplifier
used to drive the speakers in another room,
used as a Multi-room.
OTHER CONNECTIONS
W. REMOTE CONT. INput/OUTput jacks
Connect to other components equipped
with RC-S remote in/out jacks. (For more
details on RC-S remote control, see
Control
on page 26.)
Remote
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MULTI ROOM
Connect to the (optional) IR-R7Multi-room
infrared receiver module for Multi-room
remote control operation.
Y. AC OUTLETS
Connect the power cords of components
such as a cassette deck and CD player to these
outlets.·
Both SWITCHED and UNSWITCHED
outlets are provided. The one marked
SWITCHED provides power only when the
CT-29v is turned on and is useful for a compo-
nent which you use every time you play your
system such as an equalizer or your most-used
sound source. The one marked
UNSWITCHED is always live as long as the
CT-29v is plugged into a live outlet. A com-
ponent connected here may be left on perma-
nently, or may be switched off with its own
power switch.
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thumps, anything plugged in here should be
powered up BEFOREthe CT-29v is turned on.
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. connected components does not exceed the
values listed below:
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UNSWITCHED lOOW MAX TOTAL
CT-29v switched
Do not plug a power amplifier into the
CT-29v's switched outlets. Make sure the
total power consumption of any other
components plugged into these outlets
does not exceed 200 watts.
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CT-29v unswitched outlet warning
If you plug a power amplifier into this
outlet, be sure not to exceed the 100 watt
rating of the un switched outlet. Consult
the power amplifier's owner's manual to
determine its overall power consumption
if in doubt.
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Note: A power amplifier's power
consumption rating is different than its
rated power. In fact, it is usually much
larger than its rated power output, so be
sure you are looking at the right specifica-
tion.
z. AC LINECORD
Connect to an outlet properly configured
for the line voltage specified for your model.
If using an extension cord, we recommend 16
gauge or heavier.
SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS
The following pages contain drawings of
typical connections that you might make in
your installation. These drawings demon-
strate how each of the inputs and outputs on
the rear panel of the CT-29v are intercon-
nected with other audio and video compo-
nents.
Your particular installation will probably
not use all of the connections shown, al-
though if you are using the CT-29v as the
center of a full-fledged audio/video system
you will use many or most of the connections
shown.
The inputs and outputs on the CT-29v are
labeled to correspond to the most common
audio and video components in use today.
However, it is perfectly okay to connect com-
ponents other than those indicated by the
labels to unused inputs or outputs, so long as
they are line level signals.
A quick lesson on input/output levels
Input and output levels for audio equip-
ment are usually divided into three categories.
Phono Level: This is a very low level signal
that comes from the cartridge of your turn-
table. Because of its extremely low voltage, it
has a special input connection provided on
most preamplifiers and receivers. It provides
extra gain to increase the signal, as well as
reverse RIAA equalization to restore the flat
frequency response that was altered by the
equalization that is used in making phono-
graph records.
Line Level: This is the signal level that comes
out of almost all audio components produced
today, except for power amplifiers. It ranges
from several hundred millivolts to several
volts (AC). Any line level signal can be con-
nected to any of the line level inputs on the
CT-29v. Thus, if you have a DAT (Digital
Audio Tape) tape deck, but you don't have a
DCC (Digital Compact Cassette) deck, you can
connect your DAT deck to the DCC input on
the CT-29v.
Speaker level: This is the signal level that
comes out of the speaker output terminals on
a power amplifier or receiver. It can range
from several volts to several tens of volts (AC).
Some high-powered amplifiers can reach
voltage levels approaching that present on a
household AC outlet! These connections
should only be made to a speaker.
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