Insignia NS-AV511 User Manual

User Guide

Surround Sound Receiver

NS-AV511

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Power cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Front controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Setting up your home theater system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Finding a location for your home theater system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Placing your speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Connecting your speakers to the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Connecting devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Rocketboost Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Installing batteries in the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Configuring speakers (Sp Config menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Setting speaker distance (Sp Distance menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Setting the level calibration (Level Cal menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Operating your receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Turning your receiver on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Understanding basic operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Listening to your receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Presetting FM or AM stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Using the listening modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using advanced setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Using on-screen setup menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Setting up HDMI input (HDMI Input menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Setting up Component input (Component menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Setting up Digital Audio (Digital Audio menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Adjusting the audio (Audio Adjust menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Setting up HDMI (HDMI Setup menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Changing audio settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Naming inputs (Name Edit menu) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Selecting a digital input signal format (Fixed Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Controlling other components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Preprogrammed remote control codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Using the remote control to control other components . . . . . . . . . . 26

Remote control codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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Contents

Maintaining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Amplifier section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Video section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Tuner section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

General section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Legal notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Dolby TrueHD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

DTS HD® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

HDMI® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

One-year limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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Insignia NS-AV511

Surround Sound Receiver

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Insignia product. Your NS-AV511 represents the state of the art in Surround Sound Receiver design and is designed for reliable and trouble-free performance.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Ventilation

Caution

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with these instructions.

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of your system and to protect it from over-heating.

The openings should never be blocked by placing your system on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This system should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless correct ventilation is provided or these instructions have been adhered to.

Power cord

Caution

We recommend that most appliances be placed upon a dedicated circuit—a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check the specification page of this manual for power requirements.

Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire.

Periodically examine the power cord. If its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of your system, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized service provider.

Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits your receiver.

To disconnect power from the outlet, pull out the plug. When installing your system, make sure that the plug is easily accessible.

Safety information

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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 to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Important safety instructions

1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9 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 wide 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.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by

the manufacturer.

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12 Use only with the cart,

PORTABLE CART WARNIN

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

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from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms

or when unused for long periods of time.

14 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 exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15 Damage Requiring Service

Unplug the apparatus 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 apparatus,

• If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or water,

• If the apparatus 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 controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the apparatus to its normal operation,

• If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in any way, and

• When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service.

16 Object and Liquid Entry

• Never push objects of any kind into the apparatus through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.

• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.

• Don’t put candles or other burning objects on top of this unit.

17 Batteries

Always consider the environmental issues and follow local regulations when disposing of batteries.

18 If you install the apparatus in a built-in

installation, such as a bookcase or rack, ensure that there is adequate ventilation.

Leave 20 cm (8") of free space at the top and sides and 10 cm (4") at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf or board above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm (4") away from the rear panel or wall, creating a flue-like gap for warm air to escape.

The temperature protection operates if the apparatus attains an abnormally high temperature. The apparatus cannot operate until it has cooled down.

Precautions

1 Recording copyrighted material—Unless it’s for

personal use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder.

2 AC fuse—The AC fuse inside the unit is not

user-serviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact your Insignia dealer.

3 Care—Occasionally you should dust the unit all

over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards with a clean cloth. Don’t use abrasive cloths, thinners, alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because they may damage the finish or remove the panel lettering.

4 Power

Warni ng

Before plugging in the unit for the first time, read the following section carefully.

AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. Make sure that the voltage in your area meets

the voltage requirements printed on the unit’s rear panel (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz).

The power cord plug is used to disconnect this unit from the AC power source. Make sure that the plug is readily operable (easily accessible) at all times.

Pressing ON/STANDBY to select Standby mode does not fully shutdown the unit. If you do not intend to use the unit for an extended period, remove the power cord from the AC outlet.

5 Preventing Hearing Loss

Caution

Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

6 Batteries and heat exposure

Warni ng

Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat as sunshine, fire, or the like.

7 Never touch this unit with wet hands—Never

handle this unit or its power cord while your hands are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid gets inside this unit, have it checked by your Insignia dealer.

8 Handling notes

• If you need to transport this unit, use the original packaging to pack it how it was when you originally bought it.

• Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this unit for a long time, because they may leave marks on the case.

• This unit’s top and rear panels may get warm after prolonged use. This is normal.

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Components

Features

• 90 Watts per Channel @ 8 ohms

• Rocketboost™ Expandable Wireless Audio Technology: sends wireless audio for surround sound, subwoofer, and left/right channels; receives wireless audio from Rocketboost devices (Requires Rocketboost Wireless Card, RF-RBCARD, sold separately)

• HDMI (Audio Return Channel, 3D), Deep-Color, x.v.Color*, Lip Sync, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, Dolby® TrueHD, Dolby® Digital Plus, DSD and Multi-CH PCM

• 4 HDMI Inputs and 1 Output

• 3 Digital Inputs (2 Optical/1 Coaxial)

• Component Video Switching (2 Inputs/1 Output)

• 40 FM/AM Presets

• H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Massive High Power Transformer

•Direct Mode

• 192 kHz/24-bit D/A Converters

• Powerful and Highly Accurate 32-bit Processing DSP

• Crossover Adjustment (40/50/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/200 Hz)

• A/V Sync Control Function (up to 400 ms)

•On-Screen Display via HDMI

* “x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Rocketboost Wireless Card Ready

Installing a Rocketboost Wireless Card (sold separately) enables this product to send and receive wireless audio with your other Rocketboost products.

What is Rocketboost?

Rocketboost is expandable wireless digital audio.

• Products with Rocketboost™ technology let you easily expand your listening experience throughout your home.

• Rocketboost does not interfere with other wireless products in your home.

• Rocketboost is uncompressed digital audio compatible with all audio formats such as Dolby, TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio used with Blu-ray.

When you see the Rocketboost logo on any product, it has been designed to work with other Rocketboost products, no matter who manufactures them.

Front controls

Item Description Function

|/ ON/STANDBY button

2 HDMI THRU indicator Lights when the HDMI pass-through function is

3 STANDBY indicator Lights red when your stereo receiver is in

4 Remote control sensor Receives the signal from the remote control. 5 Display See “Display” on page 3 for additional

6 SETUP button Press to open the on-screen menus. 7

TUNING / PRESET /

ENTER

8 RETURN button In menu mode, press to return to the main

9 MEMORY button Press to save a radio station preset. Press with

10 TUNING MODE button Press to turn on the receiver tuning mode and

11 MASTER VOLUME knob Turn to increase or decrease the volume. 12 Headphone jack Plug your headphones into this jack. 13 Input selector buttons Press to select the input signal source you want. 14 Protective cap A rubber cap protecting the A/V jacks. Remove

15 AUX INP UT VIDEO jack Plug an external video source into this jack. 16 AUX INPUT AUDIO L/R

jacks

17 HOME button Press to access audio settings. See “Changing

Press to turn on your stereo receiver.

activated in standby mode.

standby mode.

information.

Press TUNING / to tune the radio to the next or previous station.

Press PRESET / to tune the radio to the next or previous station preset.

Press ENTER to confirm a selec tion.

menu.

the TUNING MODE button to clear presets.

listen to the radio. Press with the MEMORY button to clear presets.

the cap when using the jacks.

Plug an external sound source into this jack.

audio settings” on page 23.

Display

Package contents

• Receiver

•Remote control

• AA batteries (2)

• FM antenna

• AM antenna

• User Guide

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# Indicator

1 Audio input indicator 2 Listening mode indicator 3 Tuning indicators 4 SLEEP indicator 5 MUTING indicator 6 DIGITAL display

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Back Remote control

# Description Function

1 DIGITAL IN jacks Plug the optical digital cable from a game (1) or

2 HDMI jacks Plug the HDMI signal input cable from a GAME

3 ANTENNA connectors Connect a 75 ohm FM antenna to the coaxial

4 FRONT SPEAKERS

SURROUND SPEAKERS CENTER SPEAKER

5 AC power cord Plug this cord into an AC power outlet. 6 COMPONENT video jacks Plug the cables from a component video source

7 Composite Video and

Audio L/R jacks

8 MONITOR OUT V (Video) Connect this jack to a TV monitor. 9 SUBWOOFER Connect the subwoofer to this jack.

TV/CD (2) into the upper jacks, or the coaxial digital cable from a BD/DVD into the lower jack.

(IN4), CBL/SAT (IN3), VCR/DVR (IN2), BD/DVD (IN1).

Plug the HDMI output signal cable to a TV or monitor into the OUT jack.

connector or an AM loop antenna to the wire connectors.

Connect the front speakers to these jacks. Connect the left and right surround speakers and

the center speaker to these connectors. If you use the RF-RBCARD to connect your surround speakers, do not connect them here.

into the #1 (BD/DVD) or #2 (CBL/SAT) jacks. Plug the cables to a component video monitor into

the OUT jacks. The jacks are color coded (red, green, and blue) to

correspond to the cable connectors. Plug the composite video and audio L/R output

cables from the indicated devices into these jacks. For video recording, plug the composite video and

audio L/R input cables to a VCR or DVR into the OUT jacks

Item Description Function

1 ON/STANDBY button Press to turn the power on to your receiver.

2 Remote mode input selector

buttons

ENTER /// TUNING+/–

4 SETUP button Press to open the on-screen menus. 5 LISTENING MODE buttons Press to select the listening mode you want.

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Press again to go to standby mode. Press to directly select your receiver input

source. Press the arrow keys to navigate through the

on-screen menus. Press ENTER to confirm a selection or setting.

In tuning mode, press to tune to the next (TUNING+) or previous (TUNING–) station.

See “Using the listening modes” on page 18 for additional information.

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Item Description Function

6 D. TUN

DIMMER

7 DISPLAY button Press repeatedly to cycle through the

8 RECEIVER button Press to control the receiver. 9 MUTING button Press to mute the sound output from the

10 TUN MODE button Press to toggle bet ween auto and manual

VOL / buttons

12 CH +/– buttons

ALBUM

13 RETURN button In menu mode, press to return to the main

14 HOME button Press to access audio settings. See

15 Number buttons Press to enter a preset number or to

16 SLEEP/CLR button Press repeatedly to select the sleep timer

In tuner mode, press D.TU N, then the number buttons to tune directly to a frequency.

Press DIMMER to adjust the brightness of the display.

available input source information.

receiver.

tuning modes. Press to increase or decrease the sound

volume. In tuner mode, press to go to the next or

previous preset channel.

menu or previous menu.

“Changing audio settings” on page 23.

manually tune the radio.

duration. In menu mode, press to clear an entry.

Setting up your home theater system

Finding a location for your home theater system

• Install your home theater system on a stable flat surface. Position your receiver so that it has a direct line of sight to the remote control.

• Do not expose your system to extremes of temperature or humidity.

• Avoid placing your system on a hot surface such as on top of other hot running equipment. Make sure that there is adequate ventilation to your system.

Caution

Do not install the receiver in a confined space such as a bookcase.

Caution

Connect the AC cord only after the speakers, antenna, and all optional equipment have been connected. Never make or change any connections with the power turned on.

Placing your speakers

1 - Center speaker

This speaker enhances the front speakers, making sound movements distinct and providing a full-sound image. In movies it is used mainly for dialog. Position it close to your TV facing forward at about ear level, or at the same height as the front speakers.

2 - Front speakers

These provide the overall sound. Their role in a home theater system is to provide a solid anchor for the sound image. They should be positioned facing the listener at about ear level, and equidistant from the TV. Angle them inward so as to create a triangle, with the listener at the apex.

3 - Subwoofer

The subwoofer handles the bass sounds of the LFE (Low-Frequency Effects) channel. The volume and quality of the bass output from your subwoofer depends on its position, the shape of your listening room, and your listening position. In general, a good bass sound can be obtained by installing the subwoofer in a front corner, or at one-third the width of the wall, as shown.

Tip

To find the best position for your subwoofer, while playing a movie or some music with good bass, experiment by placing your subwoofer at various positions within the room, and choose the one that provides the most satisfying results.

4 - Surround speakers

These speakers are used for precise sound positioning and to add realistic ambience. Position them at the sides of the listener, or slightly behind, about two to three feet (60 to 100 cm) above ear level. Ideally they should be equidistant from the listener.

Speaker precautions

• Do not put water or other liquids close to the speakers. If liquid is spilled on the speakers, they may be damaged.

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• Speakers should only be placed on sturdy, flat surfaces that are free from vibration. Putting them on uneven or unstable surfaces, where they may fall and cause damage, affects the sound quality.

Connecting your speakers to the receiver

Speaker configuration

The following table indicates the channels you should use depending on the number of speakers that you have. For 5.1-channel surround-sound playback, you need five speakers and a powered subwoofer.

Number of channels 2 3 4 5

Front speakers

Center speaker

Surround speakers

No matter how many speakers you use, a powered subwoofer is recommended for a really powerful and solid bass.

To get the best from your surround sound system, you need to set the speaker settings.

Speaker connection precautions

Read the following before connecting your speakers:

• You can connect speakers with an impedance of between 6 and 16 ohms. If you use speakers with a lower impedance, and use the amplifier at high volume levels for a long period of time, the built-in amp protection circuit may be activated.

• Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before making any connections.

• Pay close attention to speaker wiring polarity. In other words, connect positive (+) terminals only to positive (+) terminals, and negative (–) terminals only to negative (–) terminals. If you get them the wrong way around, the sound will be out of phase and will sound unnatural.

• Unnecessarily long, or very thin speaker cables may affect the sound quality and should be avoided.

• Be careful not to short the positive and negative wires. Doing so may damage the receiver.

• Make sure the metal core of the wire does not contact the receiver’s rear panel. Doing so may damage the receiver.

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• Don’t connect one speaker to several terminals.

To connect the speaker cables:

1 Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation

from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly.

2 Push in on the speaker terminals on the receiver

and insert the speaker wires into the terminals. The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to each pair of terminals.

3 Release the terminals to secure the wire.

To connect the subwoofer:

1 Using a subwoofer RCA cable, connect the AV

receiver's SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack to an input on your powered subwoofer, as shown.

Front right speaker

Center spe aker

Front left sp eaker

• Don’t connect more than one cable to each speaker terminal. Doing so may damage the receiver.

Connecting devices

Warni ng

Notes

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Powered subwoofer

Do not plug the AC cord into the AC outlet until all connections are completed.

• Be sure to observe the color coding when

• Make connections firmly and correctly. Failure

Surround right speaker

connecting audio and speaker cords.

to do this can cause loss of sound, add noise to the sound, or damage your receiver.

Surround left speaker

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Connecting the antenna

This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna.

The receiver won’t pick up any radio signals without any antenna connected, so you must connect the antenna to use the tuner.

AM Antenna connection

Push

Insert wire

Assembling the AM loop antenna

AM loop antenna (supplied)

FM Antenna connection

Release

2 Connect the AM loop antenna to the receiver.

Notes

Place the AM loop antenna as far as possible from the receiver, television, speaker cords, and the AC cord. Change the position of the antenna until you get the best reception of your favorite AM stations.

To improve reception, use an outdoor AM antenna instead of a loop AM antenna. Disconnect the indoor antenna before replacing it with an outdoor antenna.

Connecting audio components

HDMI cable

Blu-ray disc/DVD player

TV or projector

Other cables

Receiver

Game console

Video

Audio

FM 75 Ohm

Insert the plug fully into the jack

Thumbtack s

Indoor FM antenna (supplied)

To connect the antennas:

1 Connect the FM antenna to your receiver.

Note

If you are using an indoor FM antenna, change the position of the antenna until you get the best reception of your favorite FM stations.

T o im prove re ception, use a 75 Ω outdoor antenna instead of an indoor antenna. Disconnect the indoor antenna before replacing it with an outdoor antenna.

Receiver

Blu-ray disc/DVD player

TV or projector

Notes

• Before making any AV connections, read the manuals supplied with your AV components.

• Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed and double-checked all AV connections.

• Push plugs in all the way to make good connections (loose connections can cause noise or malfunctions).

• To prevent interference, keep audio and video cables away from power cords and speaker cables.

Game console

Tip

Once your receiver is ready for use, you need to tune into a radio station and position the antenna to achieve the best possible reception.

If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead.

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AV cables and jacks

Signal Cable Jack Description

Video and audio

HDMI

HDMI connections can carry digital video and audio.

Video

Audio

Component video

Pb/Cb

Pr/Cr

Composite video Yellow

Optical digital audio

Coaxial digital audio

DIGITAL

Analog audio (RCA)

Notes

The AV receiver’s optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is inserted and close when it’s removed. Push plugs in all the way.

Caution

To prevent shutter damage, hold the optical plug straight when inserting and removing.

OPTICAL

Orange

White

Red

Green

Component video is a better alternative to Composite video, and is used for TVs, VCRs, DVD and Blu-ray players.

Blue

Red

Composite video is commonly used on TVs, VCRs, and other video equipment.

Optical digital connections allow you to enjoy digital sound such as PCM or Dolby Digital. The audio quality is the same as coaxial.

Note: The available sampling rate for PCM input signals is 32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz. Even 176.4/192 kHz is effective in case of the HDMI connection.

Coaxial digital connections allow you to enjoy digital sound such

as PCM or Dolby Digital. The audio quality is the same as optical.

Note: The available sampling rate for PCM input signals is 32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz. Even 176.4/192 kHz is effective in case of the HDMI connection.

Analog audio connections (RCA) carry analog audio.

Video connection formats

Video components can be connected by using any one of the following video connection formats (shown best first): HDMI, component video, or composite video.

Video Signal Flow Chart

Blu-ray Disc, DVD player, etc.

Deciding which connections to use

The receiver supports several connection formats for compatibility with a wide range of AV equipment. The format you choose depends on the formats supported by your components. Use the following sections as a guide.

Notes

• The on-screen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the receiver’s display when changing settings.

• The on-screen setup menus are displayed when there is no video input, or the video input is 480p, 720p, 1080i, or 1080p.

Composite

Component

MONITOR OUT

Component

TV, projector, etc.

When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that the receiver does not convert between formats, so only outputs of the same format as the input will output the signal.

Audio connection formats

Audio components can be connected by using any of the following audio connection formats (shown best first):

•HDMI

•Optical

•Coaxial

•Analog

HDMI

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