Myryad Z-130 Owners manual

Myryad Systems Ltd

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Z-SERIES

Z130 Remote Controlled FM RDS Tuner

Owner’s manual

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contents

• Introduction 2

• Installation and Safety Notes 2

• Accessories 2

• Setting Up Your Tuner 3

Rear panel connections

• Operating Your Tuner 4

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Front panel controls

• System Remote Handset 6

• Installing and Replacing Batteries 6

• Z-Series System Operation with 7
Smart My-Link

• Trouble-shooting guide 7

• Antennas 7

• Specifications 7

introduction

The Myryad Z130 has been designed to offer
a combination of high quality sound
reproduction and elegant styling.

It is a full-function remote-controlled FM
RDS Stereo Tuner. It has fixed-level low­impedance audio outputs to feed a Myryad
integrated amplifier or preamplifier, or other
high quality amplifier. A coaxial antenna
socket is provided for a 75Ω FM radio (Band

2) antenna.

The Z130 also has a “Smart My-Link” control
input and output for communication with
other Myryad Z-Series, Cameo or M-Series
products.

When linked via the “Smart My-Link” to a
compatible Myryad integrated amplifier or
preamplifier a number of extra features
become available which make the system as a
whole easier and quicker to operate.

installation and
safety notes

This tuner generates very little heat but still
requires some ventilation. Do not place it on
a rug or other soft surface into which it could
sink, obstructing the air inlets in its
underside. Do not allow any obstruction to
the ventilation slots in the rear panel. The
tuner should not be installed in a built in
situation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided.

CAUTION:TO PREVENT A FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT PERMIT ANY OF THESE
PRODUCTS TO BECOME WET. IF LIQUID IS
ACCIDENTALLY SPILLED ON ONE, IMMEDIATELY
SHUT OFF ITS POWER AT THE WALL SOCKET
AND UNPLUG THE AC POWER CORD. ALLOW
SUFFICIENT TIME FOR COMPLETE
EVAPORATION TO OCCUR BEFORE OPERATING
IT AGAIN. IF THE LIQUID IS ANYTHING BUT
WATER AND/OR ALCOHOL, A QUALIFIED
SERVICE TECHNICIAN SHOULD EXAMINE THE
UNIT BEFORE IT IS USED AGAIN.

DO NOT PLACE NAKED FLAMES SUCH AS
LIGHTED CANDLES ON THIS PRODUCT.

Do not remove the cover, or attempt to
modify or repair any item yourself.
Refer all servicing to a qualified technician.

accessories

Your Z130 is supplied with the following
accessories.

• Separate mains power cord to suit country
of sale.

• Remote control handset.

• Four AA A batteries for handset (not in
some countries).

• Wire antenna for high signal strength areas.

• Balun (matching adaptor) for connection
of 300Ω antenna.

• Balun interface connector where necessary
(not all countries).

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z-series system
operation with
smart my-link

When used as a linked system (e.g Integrated
Amplifier plus CD Player, DVD Player and
Tuner), Z-Series products have a number of
extra features that make the system as a whole
easier and quicker to use than a normal hi-fi.
These include:

Intelligent Input Selection (Amplifier):

Press a source select button on the remote
control and the system will awaken (if in
standby) only the Amplifier and the selected
source.

Power-Saving Mode (Amplifier):

The Amplifier will switch the CD Player, DVD
Player or Tuner into standby if any source
remains unused for more than ten minutes.

Automatic Switch-On (CD, DVD, Tuner):

If the standby button on the Tuner, CD or
DVD player is pressed, the Amplifier will also
awaken and select the correct source.

trouble-shooting
guide

Possible solutions to some of the most
common problems

No sound:

• Power turned off or system in standby
mode. Check that the green STANDBY LED
is illuminated.

• UK version only: The fuse in the mains
plug has failed. Check andreplace if
necessary.

Sound in one channel only:

• Interconnect cable pulled loose or making
poor contact. Check and,if necessary, un­plug and re-plug all relevant cables.

Loud buzz or hum:

• Interconnect cable pulled partially out of
its socket.

• Defective interconnect cable.

Hiss that gets worse with STEREO reception:

• Antenna connector loose. Un-plug and
re-plug connector and check cable.

• Weak antenna signal. Move wire antenna
to optimize reception. If not adequate,
install a loft or external antenna.

• If all else fails, switch to MONO reception.

Stereo indicator fails to light during a
stereo broadcast:

• Another possible effect of a very weak
signal. Attend to the antenna system as
described above.

Distorted reception:

• “Multipath” reception. Rotate antenna to
find the orientation that provides the best
reception. Raise the height of the antenna.
If all else fails, switch to MONO reception.

For further help please visit:
www.myryad.co.uk/faqs.html

antennas

The wire antenna supplied with the tuner
may provide adequate reception of strong FM
signals. However, such an antenna is not very
efficient at rejecting “multipath” and other

forms of FM interference. Nor can it easily be
rotated to optimise its pickup pattern for best
reception of stations from different directions.
In most cases you will greatly improve
reception by using a better antenna.

The best choice is a directional FM-only
antenna, mounted as high above ground as
possible. The antenna should be mounted
externally for best reception, but loft
mounting is a simpler alternative which is
satisfactory in many locations when adequate
loft space is available. The type of antenna
necessary will depend upon both your
distance from the transmitter and the local
geography (e.g. intervening hills or large
buildings).

It is also most important to pay attention to
the quality of the coaxial cable used for the
downlead from the antenna to your tuner.
Avoid joins along the length of the cable and
ensure that the exposed end at the antenna is
properly weatherproofed against ingress of
moisture. All cables lose some signal along
their length and it is false economy to use
cheap cable of unknown quality. Always
specify the best “low loss” coaxial cable.

The above notes are for guidance only. It will
usually be best to consult a local specialist
aerial/antenna contractor whowill have knowl­edge of local reception conditions. Your
Myryad dealer may also be able to offer advice.

specifications

Z130 FM RDS Tuner

Usable sensitivity (IHF mono) ......................................................................................................................................1.5µV

Signal/noise ratio ......................................................................................................................80dB (mono) 74dB (stereo)

THD (1kHz) ..............................................................................................................................0.1% (mono) 0.2% (stereo)

Frequency response (20Hz - 15kHz) ..........................................................................................................................±0.5dB

Stereo separation (1kHz) ................................................................................................................................................45dB

Dimensions (w x h x d) ..............................................................................................................................436 x 78 x 300m

Weight (net) ..................................................................................................................................................................4.7.3kg

Supply voltage (set by internal wiring) ............................................................................................................120 or 230V

Finish …………………………………………Natural Silver fascia with Silver Grey casing/Satin Black fascia with Black Casing.

Stock No: OST0012130
Revision: A

Coaxial antenna
socket (DIN type)

Female-to-female
adaptor (DIN versions
only)

Coaxial antenna
socket (F type)

Antenna connectors and adaptors

300Ω adaptor
(balun) (F type is
similar)

Wire antenna

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