Eltax AVR-900 User Manual

Instruction Manual

CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 BEFORE USE--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6 CONNECTION-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12 FRONT PANEL INFORMATION---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13 REMOTE CONTROL INFORMATION-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14 REAR PANEL INFORMATION------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 15 BASIC OPERATION------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16 RADIO DATA SYSTEM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18 VIDEO OPERATION------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 19

DELAY TIME & DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20

TEST TONE, LFE TRIMMER & CHANNEL SELECT------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21 TROUBLESHOOTING---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22 SPECIFICATIONS--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION

CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

1. READ AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS: All the safety and operation instructions should be read before the

product is operated. Follow all operation instructions within this manual.

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS: The safety and operation instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. HEED WARNINGS: Comply with all warnings on the product and in the operation instructions.

4. CLEANING: Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol

cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

5. GROUNDING or POLARIZATION: This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug

(a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician since it is likely you have an out of sate wall socket. Never force the plug into the socket.

6. OVERLOADING: Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in

the risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cables, damaged or cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in electric shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the power cable - if its appearance indicates damage or deteriorated receptacles have it replaced by your service technician.

7. POWER SOURCES: This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rear

panel label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intend to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operation instructions.

8. ACCESSORIES: Do not place this product on an unstable surface or support. The product

may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult as well as serious damage to the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacture’s instructions and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

9. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING: If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure

the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. The example below is for reference only. Correct grounding should always be installed by an electrician.

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UN IT (NEC SECTION 810-21)

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUNDING CO NDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250.PART H)

10. POWER-CORD PROTECTION: The power supply cables should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cables at plugs and the point where they exit from the product.

11. ATTACHMENTS: Do not use unauthorized attachments as they may cause faults with the unit.

12. CONDITIONS REQUIREING SERVICE: Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) If the unit exhibits sudden unusual operation or unusual display characteristics.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION

b). If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c). If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d). If the product does not operate normally by following the operation instructions, adjusting only those controls that are covered by the operation instructions. (NOTE: improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation). e). If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f). If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

13. SERVICING: Do not attempt to service this product yourself as removing cover may expose you to dangerous

voltages or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

14. LIGHTNING: For added protection for this product during a thunderstorm, or when it is left unattended and unused

for long period of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges.

15. REPLACEMENT PARTS: Should replacement parts be required, have the service technician verify that the

replacement parts he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of unauthorized replacements parts can cause fire or electric shock.

16. SAFETY CHECK: Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform

safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the product is in a safe operating condition.

17. HEAT DISPERSION: Leave at least 10 cm of space between the top, back and sides of the unit and the wall or

other components for proper ventilation.

10cm or more

18. NOTES ON USE

void high temperatures Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed on a rack.

10cm or more

Keep the set free from moisture. water,and dust.

Unplug the power cord when not using the set for long periods of time

Do not let foreign objects in the set.

Do n ot le t ins ec ti cide s, benze ne ,a nd thinner come in contact with the set.

Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.

*(For sets with venti lation holes)

Do n ot obstr uct the v en ti la ti on holes

Never disassemble or modify the set in any way.

BEFORE USE

READ THIS BEFORE OPERATION Read this before operation

1. Choose the installation location of your unit carefully.

Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also avoid locations subject to vibration and excessive dust, cold or moisture.

2. The ventilation holes should not be covered. Make

sure there is enough space above and beside the amplifier/receiver (about 4 inches). Do not place a CD player or other equipment on top of the amplifier/receiver.

3. Do not open the cabinet as this might result in

damage to the circuitry or electrical shock. If a foreign object gets into the set, contact your dealer or authorized service center.

4. When removing the power plug from the wall outlet,

always pull directly on the plug, never on the cord.

5. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical

solvents as this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

6. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

Back-up Memory Function

This is the function that preserves the preset memory and most-recent memory function. In the event of a power failure, or if the power cord of this unit is disconnected from the electric outlet, the back-up memory will preserve the preset memory and most-recent memory functions for as long as approximately 1 week.

If the power supply is interrupted for 7 days or longer, the memory settings will be erased.

When to use ORIGINAL SETUP PRESET switch

1. When this system is subjected to an electrical shock.

2. When the power is interrupted.

In this case, try the following: Switch on the POWER, use a paper clip to press the ORIGINAL SETUP PRESET button for more than 3 seconds duration.

BEFORE CONNECTION Caution

Turn off the power of all the equipment before making connections. Read instructions of each component you intend to connect to this unit.

z Be sure to insert each power plug securely. To

prevent hum and noise, do not bundle the interconnection leads with power cord or speaker leads.

Speaker Connections Caution:

To avoid damaging the speakers with a sudden high-level signal, be sure to switch the power off before connecting the speakers. z Check the impedance of your speakers.

Connect speaker with an impedance of 8 ohms or more. The amplifier’s red speaker terminals are the + (positive) terminals and the black terminals are the – (negative) terminals.

z The + side of the speaker cable is marked to make it

distinguishable from the – side of the cable. Connect this marked side to the red + terminals and the unmarked side is the black terminal.

z Prepare the speaker cords for connection by stripping

off approximately 10 mm or less (no more as this could cause a short-circuit) of the outer insulation. Twist the wires tightly together so that they are not straggly.

How to connect

Red: positive (+) Black: negative (-)

Note: If the ORIGINAL SETUP PRESET button is pressed for more than 3 seconds, all the current set up memory will be erased.

1. Unscrew the knob

2. Insert the speaker cable.

3. Tighten the knob and secure the cable.

CONNECTION

FM INDOOR ANTENNA

If you live reasonably close to a transmitter and want to use the provided lead-type FM antenna, you will have to connect it direct to the “FM 75Ω” socket. Fit the metal sleeve of the lead-type antenna over the core (center) pin of the (FM 75Ω) socket, extend the lead and attach it to a window frame or wall with thumbtacks, or move around the room, where reception is best.

Lead-type FM Antenna (75Ω provided)

Crimp the jagged metal fixtures so they hold the braided portion using pliers, etc. Put the cover back in place.

Jagged metal

Insert into slit.

Jagged metal

AM INDOOR LOOP ANTENNA

To stand the antenna on a surface, fix the claw to the slot.

LOOP

Ω

ANTENA

Ω

LOOP

NTENA

Optional

OUTDOOR FM ANTENNA (75Ω)

FM OUTDOOR ANTENNA

In an area where FM signals are weak, it will be necessary to use a 75Ω unbalanced-type outdoor FM antenna using the optional matching transformer, as shown. Generally, a 3-element antenna will be sufficient: if you live in an area where the FM signals are particularly weak, it may be necessary to use one with 5 or more elements. Connect the coaxial cable of the antenna to the matching transformer as shown. After completing connection, plug the transformer into the “FM 75Ω” socket.

How to connect a coaxial cable to the matching transformer

Strip the cable and dress it as shown.

4mm

3mm

High performance AM loop antenna provided with the receiver is sufficient for good reception in most areas.

Connect the loop antenna’s wires to the AM antenna terminals as shown. Place the antenna on a shelf, for example, and move around to obtain the best reception, place as far away as possible from the entire system, speaker leads and the power cords, to prevent unwanted noise.

AM Loop Antenna (provided)

LOOP

Ω

NTENA

M Ou td oo r

7mm

Press both side tabs outward to remove the cover.

ntenna

AM Outdoor Antenna

If the AM loop antenna provided does not receive sufficient reception, it may be necessary to use an outdoor AM antenna. Use an insulated cable of a length of 15 ft (5m) long, strip one end, and connect this to the terminal as shown. The antenna wire should be strung outdoors or indoors

Wrap the core conductor around the central metal fixture as shown.

near a window. For better reception, connect the GND terminal to a reliable ground. Note: When connecting an outdoor AM antenna, do not disconnect the AM loop antenna.

CONNECTION

Speakers connecting

1. TV or Screen 2. Front Left Speaker 3. Subwoofer

4. Center Speaker 5. Front Right Speaker 6. Surround Left Speaker

7. Surround Right Speaker 8. Surround Back Speaker 9. Listening Position

Standard speaker setup for surround sound

• Front right and left speakers

These are the main speakers providing the front stereo effect of the sound image.

• Center speaker

Produces a rich sound image by serving as a sound source for the front right and left speakers and enhancing the sonic movement.

• Surround right and left speakers

Adds three-dimensional sonic movement and produces environmental sound associated with the background and effect sound for each scene.

• Surround back speaker

Required for enjoying Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES audio. Improves the quality of sound effects and the realistic acoustics.

• Subwoofer

Produces powerful and heavy bass.

Speaker placement

Ideal speaker placement varies depending on the size of your room and the wall coverings. Here, only typical examples of speaker placement and recommendations are shown.

Important points regarding speaker placement Front right and left speakers and center speaker

● Place these three speakers all at the same height.

● Place each speaker so that it is aimed at the location of the listener’s ears when at the listening position.

● Place front and right speakers at the same distance from the listening position.

Surround left and right speakers

Place these speakers so that their height is 1 meter (3 feet) higher than that of the listener’s ears.

Surround back speaker

Place this speaker so that its height is 1 meter (3 feet) higher than that of the listener’s ears.

Subwoofer

A subwoofer is recommended for the highest bass effect.

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