HP (Hewlett-Packard) Home Theater Audio System User Manual

600-Watt 7-Piece Home Theater Audio System

with 3-DVD/CD changer

CONTENTS

Important Safety Instructions ................................................. 3

Note to CATV System Installer ............................................... 4

The FCC Wants You to Know ..................................................... 4

Notes on Copyright .................................................................... 4

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Region Management Information ............................................... 4

Notes on Unauthorized Discs ................................................ 5

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ................................... 5

Introduction to Your Home Theater System ............................ 5

Connections ............................................................................ 6

Placing the Receiver ................................................................... 7

Placing the Speakers ................................................................... 7

Connecting the Speakers ............................................................ 7

Connecting a Second Subwoofer ........................................... 7

Connecting Headphones ............... ............................................. 7

Connecting Components ............................................................ 7

Connecting a TV .................................................................... 8

Connecting a VCR ................................................................. 8

Connecting a Satellite Receiver or Cable Box ......................... 8

Connecting a Digital (Optical) Audio Device ......................... 9

Connecting a Cassette Deck ................................................... 9

Connecting an Auxiliary Audio Device .................................. 9

Connecting Antennas ............................................................... 10

FM Indoor Antenna ............................................................. 10

FM Outdoor Antenna .......................................................... 10

AM Indoor Loop Antenna .................................................... 10

AM Outdoor Antenna .......................................................... 10

Operation .............................................................................. 10

A Quick Look at the Display .................................................... 10

A Quick Look at the Receiver’s Controls ................................... 11

A Quick Look at the Remote Control ....................................... 12

Setting up the Surround Sound System ....................... ............. 13

Changing the Speaker Distance ............................................ 13

Changing the Channel Level ................................................ 13

Changing the Speaker Size ................................................... 13

Changing the Sound Mode .................................................. 14

DVD Player Operation .............................................................. 14

Basic Playback ..................................................................... 14

Stopping Play ...................................................................... 15

Pausing Play ........................................................................ 15

Advancing by Frames .......................................................... 15

Playing in Slow-Motion ....................................................... 15

Skipping Chapters ............................................................... 15

Scanning .............................................................................. 15

Using Night Mode ............................................................... 16

Recording Audio from the Receiver to

Digital Audio Equipment ..................................................... 16

DVD Advanced Features .......................................................... 16

Using GUI Menu Icons ........................................................ 16

Using a Title Menu .............................................................. 16

Using a DVD Menu .............................................................. 17

Changing Subtitle Language ................................................ 17

Changing Soundtrack Language .......................................... 17

Viewing from Another Angle ............................................... 17

Using Repeat Play ................................................................ 17

Zooming In .......................................................................... 17

Selecting TV Aspect ............................................................. 17

Selecting Digital Audio Out ................................................. 18

Playing MP3 Files ..................................................................... 18

MP3 Repeat Play .................................................................. 19

MP3 Random Play ............................................................... 19

Using the Tuner ........................................................................ 19

Listening To FM Stereo Broadcasts ....................................... 19

Presetting Radio Stations ..................................................... 19

Manual Preset ...................................................................... 19

Auto Preset .......................................................................... 20

Switching Between Preset Stations and Manual Tuning ........ 20

Listening to Preset Stations .................................................. 20

Playing Audio CDs ................................................................... 20

Continuous Play .................................................................. 20

Repeat Play .......................................................................... 20

Programming Tracks ............................................................ 21

Modifying the Program and Adding a Track ......................... 21

Random Play ....................................................................... 21

Using GUI Menu Icons ........................................................ 21

Controlling a Satellite Receiver or Cable Box ............................ 21

Using the Sleep Timer .............................................................. 22

Using the Remote Control to Control Additional Components . 22

Manufacturer’s Codes ............................................................ 22

TV Codes ............................................................................. 22

VCR Codes .......................................................................... 24

Cable Codes ........................................................................ 25

Satellite System Codes ......................................................... 26

Troubleshooting .................................................................... 27

Care ......................................................................................... 28

Using Discs .......................................................................... 28

Cleaning Discs ..................................................................... 29

Specifications ........................................................................ 29

Amplifier Section ................................................................. 29

Tuner Section ....................................................................... 29

Video Section ....................................................................... 30

Speaker Section ................................................................... 30

Miscellaneous ...................................................................... 30

Setting a Rating Level and Password .................................... 31

Selecting a Rating Level ............................................................ 31

Setting a Password .................................................................... 31

Clearing Your Password ....................................................... 31

This audio system is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets both UL and FCC requirements

WARNING:

moisture.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

CAUTION:

ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or

CAUTION

DO NOT OPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

not open the product’s case

The lightning symbol is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within this product’s enclosure that might be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Do

The exclamation symbol is intended to inform you that important operating and maintenance instructions are included in the

literature accompanying this pr oduct.

©©©©

DTS and DTS Digital Surround are trademarks of Digital Theater System, Inc.

Dolby, ProLogic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories, Inc.

1996 Digital Theater System, Inc.

©©©©

1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Careful attention is devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your system, and safet y is a major factor in i ts de sign. Howev er, sa fet y is also your responsibility.

This section lists important information that will help you properly use and enjoy your system. Read all the included safety and operating instructions before using your system. Follow them cl osely, and retain them for future reference.

1. Heed W arnings — Follow all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.

2. Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

3. Attachments — Do not use attachments/accessories not recommended by the product manufacturer , as they might create a hazard.

4. W ater and Moisture — Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool).

5. Accessories — Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for mounting, and use a recommended mounting accessory.

6. Carts — Move the product on a cart carefully. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product/cart to overturn.

7. Disc Tray — Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. It may cause serious personal injury.

8. Burdening — Do not place a heavy object on or step on the product. The object may fall, causing serious personal injury and serious damage to the product.

9. Connecting — When you connect the product to other equipment, turn off the power and unplug all the equipment from the wall outlet. Failure to do so may cause an electric s hock and serious personal injury . Read the owner’s manual of the other equipment carefully and follow the instructions when making any connections.

10. Sound Volume — Reduce the volume to the minimum level before you turn on the product. Otherwise, sudden high volume sound may cause hearing or speaker damage.

11. Sound Distortion — Do not allow the product to output distorted sound for an extended period of time. It may cause speaker overheating and fire.

12. Headphones — When you use headphones, keep the volume at a moderate level. If you use headphones continuously with high volume sound, it may cause hearing damage.

13. Laser Beam — Do not look into the opening of the disc tray or ventilation opening of the product to see the source of the laser beam. It may cause sight damage.

14. Disc — Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious personal injury and product malfunction.

15. Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet provide ventilation, ensure reliable operation, and protect from overheating. Do not block or cover these openings, and do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless it provides proper ventilation as specified by the manufacturer.

16. Power Sources — Operate this product using only the power source indicated on its marking label. If you are not sure of your home's power type, consult your product dealer or local power company.

17. Polarization — This product is equipped with a polarized AC line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit in the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you cannot insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still doesn't fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. If you need an extension, use a polarized cord.

18. Power-Cord Pr otection — Route power -supply cords so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

19. Lightning — For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods 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.

20. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

21. Objects and Liquids — Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

22. Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

23. Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

• When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

• If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the prod-

uct.

• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

• If the product does not operate normally by following the

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other c ontrols ma y result in dama ge a nd w ill often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.

• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

• When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

24. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

25. Safety Check — Upon completion of service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

26. W all or Ceiling Mount — The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer .

27. Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

28. Non-use Periods — Unplug the system’s power cord when you will not use it for extended periods.

29. 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. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

30. Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

Note to CATV System Installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines 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.

THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW

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 harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there i s no g ua rante e t hat inter fer ence wil l no t occu r in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfe rence to r adio or te levision r eception, which can be determined by turn ing the e quipme nt off and on, the us er is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipme nt into an outle t on a circ uit dif ferent from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult your local RadioShack store or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

• If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop using your system.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by RadioShack may cause interference and void the user’s authority to operate the equ ip m ent.

NOTES ON COPYRIGHT

It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast on cable, play in public, and rent copyrighted material without permission. DVD video discs are copy protected, and any recordings made from the se discs will be distorted.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only , unless ot herwise authoriz ed by Mac rovis ion Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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• The use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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REGION MANAGEMENT INFORMATION

This DVD Player is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information that is recorded on a DVD disc. If the Region number described on the DVD disc does not correspo nd to the R eg ion nu mber of t his DVD pla yer, this DVD player cannot play that disc.

The Region number of this DVD player is 1 (USA/CANADA).

Notes on Unauthorized Discs

You may not be able to play back some DVD video discs on this player if they were pur chased from outside your geographic area or made for business purposes. When you try to play back an unauthorized disc, “Check Regional Code” appears on the TV screen.

• Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries.

1. Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it.

2. Place the batteries in the compartment as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and –) marked inside.

3. Replace the cover.

INSTALLING BATTERIES IN THE REMOTE CONTROL

Your remote co ntr ol requires two AAA batteries (n ot supplied) for power. For the best performance and longest life, we recommend RadioShack alkaline batteries.

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• Use only fresh batt eries of the required si ze and recommended type.

When the remote cont ro l stops o per atin g pr oper ly, re pl ace th e batteries.

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INTRODUCTION TO YOUR HOME THEATER SYSTEM

Your Complete 7-Piece 600-Watt Home Theater Audio System is a great system t hat incorporates some of the best fe atures in home theater technology.

The Home Theater Audio System comes complete with a shielded cent er-channel sp eaker, a low pass-type subwoofer, two shielded front-cha nnel speak ers, two surroun d speakers , a remote control, and a receiver equipped with a tune r and a built-in 3-disc DV D/CD changer. The DVD/CD changer is CCCCDDDDRRRR////CCCCDDDDRRRRW music formats.

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CONNECTIONS

The default setting for speaker distance is 20 feet

PLACING THE RECEIVER

Do not place objects directly on top of the receiv er as it could prevent prop er heat disper sal.

Connect the center speaker’s wires to the receiver’s

SPEAKERS CENTER

Connect the subwoofer’s wires to the receiver’s

SUB WOOFER

terminals (Blue/Black).

SPEAKERS

terminals (Brown/Black).

When installing in a rack or shelf, be sure to leave an adequate amount of space above and behind th e receiver for air circulation.

PLACING THE SPEAKERS

1. Pl ace the front left and right sp eakers at equal dist ances from the TV.

2. Install the center speaker above or below the TV so the center channel’s sound is localized at the TV screen.

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3. Install the surround speakers slightly above ear level. NNNNooootttteeee:::: Try not to install the surround speakers farther away

from the listening position than the front and center speakers. Doing so can weaken the surround effect.

4. Pl ace the subwoofer on the floor near the TV.

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3. R el ease the speaker terminal.

4. Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet.

Connecting a Second Subwoofer

You can connect a second or larger powered subwoofer to the system. Connect the sub woofer to the receiver’s

PRE-OUT

jack using shielded audio cable (not supplied).

SUB WOOFER

CONNECTING HEADPHONES

You may connect a conv entiona l dynamic hea dphone with a 1/4 inch plug to the

When you connect headphones, the receiver automatically selects stereo mode.

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PHONES

jack on the front of the receiver.

CONNECTING COMPONENTS

CONNECTING THE SPEAKERS

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• Use speakers with a nominal impedance of 6 Ohms or more.

• Be careful not to bend cables over the top of the receiver. If cables are pl ac ed on top of the rec ei ver, the magnetic field produced by the receiver’s transformers can cause the speakers to produce a humming noise.

1. Press the speaker’s terminal up (or down) and insert the appropriate wire ends. The color of the speaker wire’s plastic coating matches the corresponding terminal.

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2. Connect the front speakers’ wires to the receiver’s

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terminals. Connect the surround speakers’ wires to the receiver’s

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terminals.

(Red/Black) and R (Red/Black)

(Gray/Black) and R (Gray/Black)

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You must connect a TV to the receiver in order to use the receiver’s DVD player to watch DVDs. You can also connect other audio and audio/visual components to the receiver in order to fully utilize the Home Thea ter Audio System ’s surround sound capabil ities.

NNNNooootttteeee:::: The system comes with one set of audio/video cables. Your local RadioShack store sells a wide variety of audio/video cables if you need cables to connect more components.

Connecting a TV

Use audio/video cables or an S-Video cable (not supplied) to connect a TV to the receiver.

3. Use a coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the TV OUT (or ANTENNA OUT) on the VCR to the ANTENNA IN on your TV (or TV monitor).

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1. For audio, connect the plug from the TV’s AUDIO OUT right jack to the receiver’s right

AUDIO TV IN

jack and the

plug from the TV’s AUDIO OUT left jack to the receiver’s

AUDIO TV IN

left

jack.

2. If your TV has an S-Video jack, use an S-Video cable to connect your TV to the receiver’s

S-VIDEO OUT

jack.

If your TV has component video jacks, use a component video cable to connect your TV to the receiver’s

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

jacks (Cr, Cb, Y).

If your TV does no t hav e com po ne nt v ide o j ac ks, or a n S-Video jack, use an audio/v id e o cord to connect your TV to the

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jacks are for use with the built-in 3-disc DVD player only. If you plan to use a VCR, satellite receiver, or other equipment with this receiver, you must use audio/visual cables to connect your TV to

MONITOR OUT

as well).

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and

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jacks.

Connecting a Satellite Receiver or Cable Box

Use audio/video cables (not supplied) to connect a satellite receiver or cable box to the receiver.

NNNNooootttteeee:::: Your cable box or sa tellite receiver mu st use audio/video cables or a Toslink optical cable to connect to the receiver. If your equipment onl y uses coaxial cable, you ca nnot connect it to the receiver.

Connecting a VCR

Use audio/video cables (not supplied) to connect a VCR to the receiver.

1. Connect red plugs to the right plugs to the l ef t

AUDIO

jacks.

2. Connect yellow plugs to the

AUDIO

VIDEO

jacks and white

jacks.

1. Connect the y ellow plug to the

VIDEO

jack.

2. If your satellite receiver or cable box has analog audio connections, connect red plugs t o the right white plugs to the left

AUDIO

jacks. To use your satellite

AUDIO

jacks and

receiver (or cable box), select th e SAT function (see “Controlling a Satellite Receiver or Cable Box” on Page 21).

If your satellite receiver or cable box has digital audio output, use an optical ca ble to connect th e s atellite receiver t o t he home theater receiver’s

SAT IN

optical jack. To use your satellite receiver or cable box, select the SAT-OPT function (see “Controlling a Satellite Receiver or Cable Box” on Page 21).

NNNNooootttteeee:::: If the cassette deck is placed too close to the receiver, noise might occur during cassette playback. If this happens, move the cassette deck farther away from the receiver.

Connecting a Digit al (O pt ical) Audio Device

You can connect a digital audio device such as an MD (Mini Disc) or DAT (Digital AudioTap e) recorder to th e receiver’s

DIGITAL OUT

optical cable to connect the MD or DAT recorder to the receiver’s

You can also connect a satellite receiver, portable CD player, MD or DAT record er , or other comp onents with digit al output to the receiver’s to connect the desired device to the receiver.

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to record audio from the receiver. Use Toslink

DIGIT A L OUT

: If an active digital audio output signal is suppli ed to a

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optical jack.

SAT IN

optical jack. Use Toslink optical cable

Connecting an Auxiliary Audio Device

You can also connect an audio device that does not require Toslink (such as an MP3 player, playback cassette deck, or portable CD player) to the Home Theater Audio System.

1. Use audio cables to connect the desired device to the receiver’s

2. Connect red plugs to the right plugs to the left

AUX

jacks.

AUDIO

jacks.

AUDIO

jacks and white

Connecting a Cassette Deck

Use audio/video cables (not supplied) to connect a cassette

and

AUDIO

TAPE OUT

deck to the receiver. Connect red plugs to the right jacks and white plugs to the le ft connect the cassette deck to both the

AUDIO

jacks. Make sure you

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sets of jacks.

CONNECTING ANTENNAS

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an area where the FM signals are particularly weak, it may be necessary to use one with 5 or more elements.

If you have an FM antenna that uses coaxial cable, connect it directly to

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Ω.

If you have a twin-lead FM antenna, connect it to the supplied transformer, then plug the transformer int o

ANTENNA FM 75

(see Steps 1–3 of “FM Indoor Antenna”).

AM Indoor Loop Antenna

Ω.

FM Indoor Antenna

In an area with st rong FM signals , the T-type FM antenna (supplied) is sufficient.

1. Use a flat or Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screws on the supplied transf ormer.

2. Pl ace the metal connectors on the end of t he T-type antenna’s base on the transformer’s metal contacts (underneath the screw heads) then tighten the screws.

3. Plug the transformer into

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Ω.

4. Extend the T -antenna’s other two wires and attach them to a wall or window frame for the best possible reception.

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FM Outdoor Antenna

In an area where FM signals are weak, you must use a 75-ohm unbalanced-type outdoor FM antenna (not supplied). Generally, a 3-element antenna will be sufficient. If you live in

The supplied high-performance AM loop antenna is sufficient for good reception in most areas.

Connect the loop antenna’s wires to

and

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. Place the antenna in a location (for example, on a shelf or window frame) that gives the best reception.

Keep the antenna as far away as possible from the entire system, speaker cords and the power cord to prevent unwanted noise.

AM Outdoor Antenna

If the supplied AM loop antenn a d oe s not del iver sufficient reception, use an outdoor AM antenna (not supplied).

Use an insulated wire more than 15 feet (5 m) long. Strip one end, and connect that end to

String the antenna wire outdoors or indoors near a window. For better reception, connect the ground.

GND

terminal to a reliable

OPERATION

A QUICK LOOK AT THE DISPLAY

Disc Mode Indicators —

disc and what type of disc is playing. Shows the play mode, such as random or repeat.

Program Indicator

Number & Data Readout —

where information is displayed in digita l format

Show which

Area

Title Indicator

Track Indicator

Chapter Indicator

Mute Indicator

Sound Mode indicators —

“Changing the Sound Mode” on Page 14

Tuner Indicators —

(see “Using the Tuner” on Page 19)

)

Night Indicator —

Night Mode” on Page 16

(see

Memory Preset Indicators —

“Presetting Radio Stations” on Page 19)

(see

“Using

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