Onkyo DR-C500 User Manual

DVD Changer Receiver

DR-C500

Contents

Before Using Your DVD Changer Receiver

Getting Started

Instruction Manual

Setup

Basic Operation

Advanced Operation

Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo DVD Changer Receiver. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new DVD Changer Receiver. Please retain this manual for future reference.

Other

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE 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.

Important Safeguards

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.

AVIS

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

OUVRIR

NE PAS

1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning – Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning. The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.

6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture – Do not use the appliance near water – for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8. Accessories – Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The appliance should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided. There should be free space of at least 20 cm (8 in.) and an opening behind the appliance.

11. Power Sources – The appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company.

12. Grounding or Polarization – The appliance 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 to replace your outlet. Do not

defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

S3125A

13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords 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 cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the appliance, 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. See FIGURE

15. Lightning – For added protection for the appliance 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 appliance due to lightning and power-line surges.

16. 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.

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

18. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into the appliance 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 appliance.

19. Servicing – Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

20. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug the appliance form the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the

appliance, C. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water, D. If the appliance 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 appliance to its normal operation, E. If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any

way, and F. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in

performance – this indicates a need for service.

21. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

22. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to the appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operation condition.

23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

24. Heat – The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

25. Liquid Hazards – The appliance should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases should be placed on the appliance.

Precautions

FIGURE 1: EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL

ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

S2898A

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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

The laser is covered by a housing which prevents exposure during operation or maintenance. However, this product is classified as a Laser Product by CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) which is a department of the Food and Drug Administration. According to their regulations 21 CFR section 1002.30, all manufactures who sell Laser Products must maintain records of written communications between the manufacturer, dealers and customers concerning radiation safety. If you have any complaints about instructions or explanations affecting the use of this product, please feel free to write to the address on the back page of this manual. When you write us, please include the model number and serial number of your unit.

In compliance with Federal Regulations, the certification, identification and the period of manufacture are indicated on the rear panel.

FCC INFORMATION FOR USER

CAUTION:

The user changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE:

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 is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user 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 equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician

for help.

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.

For Canadian model

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.

For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH

WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

Modèle pour les Canadien

CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.

Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:

ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS

ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE

DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

Precautions

This unit contains a semiconductor laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT”. So, to use this model properly, read this Instruction Manual carefully. In case of any trouble, please contact the store where you purchased the unit. To prevent being exposed to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

DANGER:

VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK FAILED OR DEFEATED. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

CAUTION:

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

1.This unit is a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and employs a laser inside the cabinet.

2.To prevent the laser from being exposed, do not remove the cover. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

1. Regional Restriction Codes (Region Number)

Regional restriction codes are built into DVD Changer Receivers and DVD-video media for each sales region. If the regional code of the DVD Changer Receiver does not match one of the regional codes on the DVD-video media, playback is not possible. The regional number can be found on the rear panel of the DVD Changer Receiver. (e.g.

2. About This Manual

This manual explains the basic procedures for operating the DVD Changer Receiver. Some DVD-video discs do not support the full potential of the DVD technology. Your DVD Changer Receiver may therefore not respond to all operating commands. Refer to instruction notes on discs. A “

” mark may appear on the TV screen during operation. It means that the operation is not permitted by the DVD Changer Receiver or the disc.

3. Recording Copyright

Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is illegal without permission of the copyright holder.

4. AC Fuse

The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not userserviceable. If power does not come on, contact your Onkyo authorized service center.

5. Power

WARNING

BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.

The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where the unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., AC 120V 60Hz) written on the rear panel.

6. Do not touch the unit with wet hands

Do not handle the unit or power cord when your hands are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid enters the case,

take the unit to an authorized service center for inspection.

for Region 1)

7. Location of the unit

• Place the unit in a well-ventilated location. Take special care to provide plenty of ventilation on all

sides of the unit especially when it is placed in an audio rack. If ventilation is blocked, the unit may overheat and malfunction.

• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or heating units as the unit's internal temperature may rise and shorten the life of the pickup.

• Avoid damp and dusty places and places directly affected by vibrations from the speakers. In particular, avoid placing the unit on or above one of the speakers.

• Be sure the unit is placed in a horizontal position. Never place it on its side or on a slanted surface as it may malfunction.

• When you place the unit near a TV, radio, or VCR, the playback picture may become poor and the sound may be distorted. In this case, place the unit away from the TV, radio, or VCR.

8. Care

From time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and the cabinet with a soft cloth. For heavier dirt, dampen a soft cloth in a weak solution of mild detergent and water, wring it out dry, and wipe off the dirt. Following this, dry immediately with a clean cloth. Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemical solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish or remove the panel lettering.

9. Notes on Handling

• When shipping the unit, use the original shipping carton and packing materials. For maximum protection, repack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory.

• Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near the unit. Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a long time. They will leave marks on the finish.

• The top and rear panels of the unit

after a long period of use. This is not a malfunction.

• When the unit is not in use, be sure to remove the disc and turn off the power.

• If you do not use the unit for a long period, the unit may not function properly in the future. Turn on and use the unit occasionally.

10. To Obtain a Clear Picture

The unit is a high technology, precision device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or worn down, the picture quality becomes poor. To obtain a clear picture, we recommend regular inspection and maintenance (cleaning or parts replacement) every 1,000 hours of use depending on the operating environment. For details, contact your nearest dealer.

11. Notes on Moisture Condensation Moisture condensation damages the unit.

Please read the following carefully.

• What is moisture condensation?

Moisture condensation occurs, for example, when you pour a cold drink into a glass on a warm day. Drops of water form on the outside of the glass. In the same way, moisture may condense on the optical pick-up lens inside the unit, one of the most crucial internal parts of the unit.

• Moisture condensation occurs in the following cases.

– When you bring the unit directly from a cold place to a

warm place.

– When you use the unit in a room where you just turned

on the heater, or a place where the cold wind from the air conditioner directly hits the unit.

– In summer, when you use the unit in a hot and humid

place just after you move the unit from an air conditioned room.

– When you use the unit in a humid place.

• Do not use the unit when moisture condensation may

occur.

If you use the unit in such a situation, it may damage discs and internal parts. Remove the disc, connect the power cord of the unit to the wall outlet, turn on the unit, and leave it for two or three hours. After a few hours, the unit will have warmed up and evaporated any moisture. Keep the unit connected to the wall outlet and moisture condensation will seldom occur.

may become warm

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards/Precautions/Table of Contents ....................................... 2-5

Getting Started

Features ................................................................................................................ 6

Supplied Accessories ............................................................................................ 7

Notes on Discs ...................................................................................................... 8

Index to Parts and Controls ................................................................................ 10

Connecting to a TV ............................................................................................. 15

Connecting Speakers .......................................................................................... 16

Positioning Speakers .......................................................................................... 17

Connecting to Audio/Video Equipment................................................................ 18

Making Antenna Connections ............................................................................. 20

Preparing the Remote Controller ........................................................................ 22

Setup

Connecting the Power/Turning on the DVD Changer Receiver .......................... 23

Speaker Setup .................................................................................................... 24

Basic Operation

Enjoying the Sound Effects ................................................................................. 27

Various Functions Common to all the Sources ................................................... 31

Basic Playback.................................................................................................... 33

Advanced Operation

Still Frame/Slow Play .......................................................................................... 36

Repeat Play ........................................................................................................ 37

Random Play ...................................................................................................... 38

Playing in a Favorite Order ................................................................................. 39

Viewing Disc Information..................................................................................... 40

Selecting the Audio/Subtitle Language ............................................................... 42

Using the Banner Display ................................................................................... 43

MP3 Function ...................................................................................................... 45

Customizing the Settings .................................................................................... 47

Listening to the Radio ......................................................................................... 52

Playing the Connected Source ........................................................................... 54

Recording Using the Connected Equipment ....................................................... 55

Controlling other components connected to the DVD Changer Receiver ........... 56

Other

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 63

Specifications ...................................................................................................... 66

Features

Receiver Features

500 watts into 8 ohms (FTC) DTS*, Dolby** & Dolby II Digital Decoders Acoustic Control 2 Digital Inputs/1 Output Subwoofer Preout 4 Audio Inputs/2 Outputs 2 S-Video Inputs/2 Outputs 30 FM/AM Random Presets IPM (Intelligent Power Management) Surround modes Component-video Output for all Video Input systems

DVD/CD Changer Features

5 DISC Carousel Changer DTS, Dolby Digital, and PCM Compatible Component-Video Output Progressive Scan 27 MHz/10-Bit Video DAC Plays DVDs, MP3 CDs, CD-Rs, CD-RWs, Video CDs and

Audio CDs High-Resolution On-screen Display for DVDs Program Memory Playback 5 Disc Random Playback for CDs Auto Last Play Dual-Wavelength Optical Pickup

* Manufactured under license from Digital Theater

Systems, Inc. US Pat. No.5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issues and pending, “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ©1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights reserved.

** Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby”, “Dolby II”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Other Features

Preprogrammed Learning Remote Control

Memory Preservation

This unit does not require memory preservation batteries. A built-in memory power backup system preserves the contents of memory during power failures and even when the power cord is unplugged. The power cord must be plugged in order to charge the backups system. The memory preservation period after the unit has been turned off varies depending on climate and placement of the unit. On average, memory contents are protected over a period of a few weeks after the time the unit has been turned off. This period is shorter when the unit is exposed to a very humid climate.

Supplied Accessories

Make sure your box contains everything listed below. If any pieces are missing, contact your nearest Onkyo service station. The number of accessories is indicated in brackets [ ].

Remote controller (RC-504M) [1]

4 4

7 7

---

0 0

–

SP SETUP

ODE

T.TON E CH SEL

SUB

ISTANCE

RC-

504

ACO

ONT

TITLE

ON SCREEN

PLAYPLAY

FM MODE

USTIC

ROUN

VOLUME

TV / VCR

SEND / LEAR

INPUT

RCVR / VCR

1 1

8 8

MODE

2 2

5 5

3 3

6 6

9 9

LIGHT

DIMM

LIGH

DIMME

CBL / SAT

CBL / SA

SLEEP

PRESET

E R

RCA 3-pin Audio/Video connection cable [1]

Batteries (size AAA/R03) [2]

FM antenna [1] AM loop antenna [1]

Speaker Label [1]

Left

Front

Zone 2

SP-B

Zone 2

Front

Left

SP-B

Left

Front

Left

SP-B

Left

Speaker Cable

Left

Front

Right

Zone 2 /

SP-B

Zone 2 /

SP-B

Right

Center

Surround

Right

Center

Surround

Left

Surround

Right

Surround

Left

Right

Zone 2 /

SP-B

Zone 2 /

Front

Right

SP-B

Right

Front

Right

Left

Center

Zone 2

Surround Back

Zone 2

Left

Surround Back

Left

Center

Surround Back

Left

Zone 2

Right

Zone 2

Surround Back

Zone 2

Right

Left

Zone 2

Right

Surround Back

Right

Surround Back

Right

Notes on Discs

This section shows you how to handle, clean, and store discs.

Playable Discs

This DVD Changer Receiver can playback the following discs.

Disc mark

DVD-

Video

CD-R*

CD-RW*

* The DVD Changer Receiver can play CD-R/RW discs

recorded in CD-DA format, or with MP3 audio files. Some CD-R/RW discs may not be able to be played back.

• You cannot play discs such as DVD-Audio, DVD-RAM etc., even if the marks in the above table are labeled on those discs.

• This DVD Changer Receiver uses the NTSC color system, and cannot playback video media recorded in any other color system (SECAM, etc.).

• Avoid using heart-shaped or octagonal discs. Playing irregularly shaped discs may damage the internal mechanism of the DVD Changer Receiver.

Contents

Audio

Video

(moving

pictures)

Audio +

Video

(moving

pictures)

Audio

Discs with shapes such as these cannot be played.

Disc size

12 cm

8 cm

12 cm

8 cm

12 cm

8 cm (CD single)

The Structure of the Disc Content

DVD-Video

Normally, the contents of DVD-Video are divided into titles, and the titles are subdivided into chapters.

Title 1 Title 2

Chapter 1 Chapter 2

Video CD/CD

Video CD and CD are divided into tracks.

Track 1

Track 2

Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3

Track 3

Track 4 Track 5

About Video CDs

This DVD Changer Receiver supports Video CDs equipped with the PBC (Version 2.0) function. (PBC is the abbreviation of Playback Control.) You can enjoy two playback variations depending on the type of disc.

• Video CD not equipped with PBC function (Version 1.1)

Sound and movies can be played on this DVD Changer in the same way as a CD.

• Video CD equipped with PBC function (Version 2.0)

In addition to operation of the Video CD not equipped with the PBC function, you can enjoy playback with interactive software and search function using the menu displayed on the TV screen (Menu Playback). Some of the functions described in this Instruction Manual may not work with some discs.

• Do not use discs that have residue from adhesive tape, rental discs that have peeling labels, or discs that have custom labels or stickers. Otherwise, you may not be able to eject the discs or the DVD Changer Receiver may become inoperative.

• Use CD-R or CD-RW media for recording your CD audio files or MP3 files. The disc must be finalized in order to play.

MP3 Compatibility Information

• This system is not compatible with mult-session discs.

If you try a multi-session disc, only the first session will be played.

• The CD-R or CD-RW must be ISO 9660 level 1 compatible.

• Files should be MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 format, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz

(recomended) or 48 kHz, 32 kbps - 320 kbps (128 kbps recomended). Incompatible files will not play.

• This system only plays tracks that are named with the file extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”.

Handling Discs

Notes on Copyright

• Do not touch the playback side of the disc.

Playback side

• Do not attach paper or tape to discs.

Cleaning Discs

• Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the center outwards with a soft cloth. Always keep the disc clean.

• If you cannot wipe off the dust with a soft cloth, wipe the disc lightly with a slightly moistened soft cloth and finish with a dry cloth.

• Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner, benzine, commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray for vinyl LPs. It may damage the disc.

It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast on cable, play in public, and rent copyrighted material without permission. The video recorded on DVD-Video is copy protected, and any recordings made from these 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 otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Storing Discs

• Do not store discs in a place subject to direct sunlight or near heat sources.

• Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and dust such as a bathroom or near a humidifier.

• Store discs vertically in a case. Stacking or placing objects on discs outside of their case may cause warping.

Index to Parts and Controls

For operational instructions, refer to the page indicated in brackets.

■Front panel

12 3 4 5 6

7 89=0 -~! @

1 STANDBY indicator [23]

2 STANDBY/ON button [23]

When STANDBY/ON is pressed to ON, the DVD Changer Receiver turns on. The STANDBY indicator turns off and the display lights up. Pressing the button again returns the DVD Changer Receiver to the standby state. This state turns off the display and disables control functions.

3 Remote control sensor [22]

Point the remote controller toward the remote control sensor to operate the DVD Changer Receiver.

4 Display [11]

5 INPUT 2/3 buttons [52-54]

Press to select the input source.

6 MASTER VOLUME dial [31]

The MASTER VOLUME dial is used to control the volume level.

7 DISC 1, DISC 2, DISC 3, DISC 4, DISC 5 buttons [34]

Press to select a disc in the changer.

8 Disc tray [33]

When loading a disc, place it on the disc tray with its label facing up.

9 TUNING/PRESET 4/¢ buttons [35, 52, 53]

When listening to the radio, press to change the tuner frequency or select preset stations. When playing discs, press to skip back or forward to consecutive chapters/tracks.

0 PRESET MEMORY/DISC SKIP button [34, 52, 53]

When listening to the radio, press to assign the radio station that is currently tuned in to a preset channel or delete a previously preset station. When playing discs, press to select a disc. When the DISC SKIP button is pressed while the Disc tray is open, the tray simply rotates.

- SURROUND button [28]

Press to select a surround mode.

= 0 button [33]

Press to open and close the disc tray.

~ 7 button [34]

Press to stop playback. Pressing once enables playback to resume from a point shortly before the location where it was stopped. Pressing twice causes the disc to return to the beginning of the disc when playback starts again.

! PHONES jack [31]

This is a standard stereo jack for connecting stereo headphones.

@ £/8 button [33, 34]

Press to start or pause playback.

■ Display

3 51 2 6 87 9 0 -

1 Disc number indicators [33]

Indicate the presence of a disc.

2 Parental Lock indicator [50]

Illuminates in parental lock mode.

3 £, 8 indicators [33]

Illuminate in play or pause mode.

4 RANDOM indicator [38]

Illuminates during random playback.

5 Source/Listening mode indicators [28]

One of the source indicators lights to show the format of the current source. In addition, one of the listening mode indicators lights according to the current listening mode.

6 REPEAT indicators [37, 46]

Illuminate during repeat playback. REPEAT indicator also illuminates during A-B repeat playback.

7 PBC indicator [37, 38]

Illuminates when PBC is on for Video CD.

8 MUTING indicator [31]

Flashes when the mute function is active.

9 PRGV indicator [34]

Illuminates when the DVD Changer Receiver is set to progressivescan video.

0 IPM (Intelligent Power Management) indicator [19]

Lights up when the IPM function is active.

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- INTRO indicator [43]

Lights up during intro-scan playback.

= AUTO, TUNED, ST indicators [52]

Illuminate to indicate the reception mode.

~ MEM. indicator [39, 46, 52]

Illuminates when the MEM button is pressed in the radio station preset operation and during DVD memory play.

! Speaker indicators [24, 31]

Illuminate to indicate the selected speakers.

@ Inserted disc indicators [33]

Illuminate to indicate the type of disc that is playing currently.

# PRESET indicator [52, 53]

Illuminates when tuned to a preset station.

$ Multipurpose display

Indicates operating status, messages, etc.

% SLEEP indicator [32]

Lights up when the sleep timer is active.

^ Speaker setup indicators [24]

Indicate the speaker configuration. Light to show speaker positions, input and output signals for each channel.

& LATE NIGHT indicator [30]

Illuminates when the unit is in Late Night mode.

Index to Parts and Controls

Remote controller

Explanations on this page are for controlling the DVD Changer Receiver. The supplied remote controller is a useful tool to help you operate of your home theater. To operate other components, see “Controlling other components connected to the DVD Changer Receiver” on pages 56-62.

6 7

DVD

123

456

789

-- / ---

MEM CLR

TOP MENU MENU

SEND/LEARN

MODE

RCVR / VCR

INPUT

CH CH

–

RETURN

VOLUME

ENTER

DOWN

DIMMER

T V

LIGHT

CBL / SAT

SLEEP

PRESET

MASTER VOLUME

TV/VCR

ON SCREEN

$ %

^ &

(

) _ +

™

PLAYPLAY

¢ ∞

To control the DVD Changer Receiver, press one of the MODE buttons first. Functions of the buttons vary depending on the mode.

1 STANDBY/ON button [23, 59]

Turns on the DVD Changer Receiver or puts the DVD Changer Receiver in Standby mode.

2 MODE buttons [22, 56, 58-62]

For selecting the component to be operated by the remote controller. Press one of these buttons first before controlling the DVD Changer Receiver.

3 INPUT SELECTOR 2/3 buttons [52-54]

Press to select the input source.

4 Number buttons (1-9, +10, 0) [33, 39, 41, 48, 50, 58, 59]

Use to perform direct title/folder and chapter/track searches, and to input numerical values.

5 MEM (--/---) [39, 46, 58, 59]

For programming DVDs, CDs, Video CDs and MP3s. Also for learning a pre-programming code.

6 A-B button [37]

Press at the beginning and end of the section you want to repeat or to mark a location you want to return to.

7 REPEAT button [37]

Press repeatedly to select the repeat mode.

8 TOP MENU (CH –) button [37, 38, 48, 59]

Press to call up the top menu programmed on the DVD. Depending on the DVD, the top menu may be identical to the DVD menu. When controlling your TV, use to select the previous channel.

9 ENTER button [33, 39-48, 50, 51, 60, 62]

Press to enter settings.

0 RETURN button [45, 47]

Use to go one menu back (current settings are maintained). Use RETURN when you do not want to change the option setting in a menu.

! @

SP A SP B

SP SETUP

AUDIO ANGLE

SW MODE

T.TONE CH SEL

IPM

FM MODE

ACOUSTIC CONTROL

SUBTITLE

RC-504M

PRGV DISCSLOW STEP

LATE

NIGHT

ZOOM

DISTANCE

SURROUND

§ ¶

•

- 7 button [34, 58]

= 8 button [34, 58]

Press to pause playback of a disc. Press again to resume playback.

~ 1/¡ buttons [35, 36]

During playback of DVD and Video CD, press ¡ to perform fast forward scanning or 1 to perform fast reverse scanning of DVD and Video CD. When a CD or MP3 is loaded, audio scanning is performed.

! STEP/SP B button [31, 36]

In DVD mode, press STEP during playback to view still frames. Then press and hold 1/¡ to view step playback. Or press 1/ ¡ repeatedly to advance playback frame by frame. In RCVR/VCR mode, press to select “Speaker B”.

@ SLOW/SP A buttons [31, 36]

In DVD mode, press SLOW during playback to view still frame. Then press and hold 1/¡ to view slow playback. In RCVR/VCR mode, press to select “Speaker A”.

# Setup buttons

AUDIO/SP SETUP button [24, 42]

In DVD mode, press repeatedly to select one of the audio languages and sound systems programmed on a DVD. In RCVR/VCR mode, press to select the optimum speaker configuration.

ANGLE/IPM button [19, 43]

Some DVDs are recorded with various camera angle playback options. In DVD mode, press ANGLE repeatedly to display different camera angles. In RCVR/VCR mode, press to activate the IPM (Intelligent Power Management) function.

SUBTITLE/ACOUSTIC CONTROL button [30, 42]

In DVD mode, press to turn the subtitles on or off. Press and hold to enter the subtitle selection menu and select a language. In RCVR/VCR mode, press to change the acoustic mode to boost the super bass/high frequency sounds.

_ RANDOM button [38]

Press to play chapters/tracks in random order.

+ MUTING button [31, 58, 59]

Press to activate the mute function.

¡ MENU (CH +) button [42, 53]

Press to display or close the DVD menu. When controlling your TV, use to select the next channel.

™ Cursor 2/3/5/∞ (VOLUME UP5/DOWN∞) buttons [33,

41-48, 50, 58, 59]

Use to move through the options on menu screens. Also press to adjust the volume of other components.

£ ON SCREEN (TV/VCR) [37, 40-44]

In DVD mode, press to view menu during playback. When controlling your TV, use to select TV or VCR.

¢ PLAY £ button [33, 58]

Press to start or resume playback.

∞ 4/¢ buttons [35]

When playing discs, press 4 to go back to the beginning of the current chapter/track and ¢ to advance to the next chapter/track.

ZOOM/LATE NIGHT button [30]

In DVD mode, press to zoom in on a section of a paused frame. In RCVR/VCR mode, press to change the late night setting.

SW MODE button [24]

Press to select the subwoofer mode.

T. TONE button [26, 29]

Outputs a test tone for setting speaker levels.

CH SEL button [26, 29]

Selects a speaker for changing the speaker output level.

DISTANCE button [25]

For setting the distances for each speaker.

$ LIGHT button

Press to illuminate the buttons. This button is useful when using the remote controller in dark locations.

% SEND/LEARN indicator [56, 60-62]

Lights red when sending a signal.

^ SLEEP button [32]

Press to set the sleep timer.

& DIMMER button [32]

Press to adjust the brightness of the front display.

§ PRGV/FM MODE button [34, 52]

In DVD mode, press to select Progressive scan. In RCVR/VCR mode, press to select FM or FM Stereo.

¶ DISC/SURROUND button [28]

In DVD mode, press repeatedly to select a disc. In RCVR/VCR mode, press repeatedly to select a surround mode.

• 5/∞ [25, 26]

Use to adjust values.

* PRESET 5/∞ buttons [53]

Press to select a tuner preset channel.

( MASTER VOLUME 5/∞ buttons [31]

Press to adjust the volume.

) CLR (ENTER) button [38, 40, 42-44, 58, 59]

Press to clear a selected item or display.

Index to Parts and Controls

Rear panel

13652 4

FRONT

SPEAKERS

SURROUND SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

TV/LINE

AUDIO

REGIONAL CODE

1 FRONT SPEAKERS A/B, SURROUND SPEAKERS and

CENTER SPEAKER terminals [16]

FRONT SPEAKERS A system: To enjoy home theater sound.

Speaker terminals are provided for the front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right speakers. FRONT SPEAKERS B system: To enjoy stereo sound. Speaker terminals are provided for the front left and front right.

2 AUDIO (TV/LINE IN / TAPE/CD-R IN/OUT /

VIDEO 1 IN/OUT / VIDEO 2 IN) jacks [15, 18, 19]

These are the analog audio inputs and outputs. There are 4 audio inputs and 2 audio outputs. The audio inputs and outputs require RCA type connectors. When connecting a VCR or other video component, make sure you connect the audio and video leads to the same set of jacks (i.e., both to VIDEO 1).

3 ANTENNA terminals [20, 21]

These terminals are for connecting the FM antenna and AM antenna.

4 VIDEO (VIDEO 1 IN/OUT / VIDEO 2 IN) jacks [18]

There are 2 video inputs and 1 output. Connect LD players, VCRs or other video components to the video inputs. The video output channel can be used to be connected to a video tape recorder for making recordings.

VIDEO 2

TAPE/CD-R

ININ

OUT OUT

VIDEO 1

DVD CHANGER RECEIVER

MODEL NO.

ANTENNAANTENNA

SUB WOOFER

PRE OUT

DR-C

VIDEO

S VIDEO

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

ININ

DO NOT OPEN

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

DIGITAL

DIGITAL IN

OUT

VIDEO

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

500

OUT

AVIS

NE PAS

MONI

OUT

OUVRIR

COMPONENT VIDEO

097 8

6 COMPONENT VIDEO IN/OUT jacks [15, 18]

If your TV has component inputs, you can connect a component video cable to the component input of your TV and to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack of your DVD Changer Receiver for ideal video quality. If a DVD player or other device has component video out jacks, you can directly input a component signal to the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jack. The component video cable only carries the video signal; remember to connect the left and right audio cables. If you connect a TV that is compatible with a Progressive scan signal, you can enjoy both Interlaced and Progressive scan.

7 SUB WOOFER PRE OUT jack [16]

This terminal is for connecting an active subwoofer.

8 DIGITAL IN (VIDEO 1 OPTICAL, VIDEO 2 COAXIAL) jacks

[18]

These are the digital audio inputs. There is 1 digital input with an optical jack and 1 with a coaxial jack. The inputs accept digital audio signals from MD players, hard disk recorders, CD players, or other digital source component.

9 DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack [18, 19]

This jack is for connecting an MD recorder, CD recorder, hard disk recorder or other component with optical fiber cable.

OUT

5 MONI OUT jacks [15]

The monitor output includes both RCA type and S video configurations. This output is for connecting a television monitor or projector.

0 S VIDEO (VIDEO 1 IN/OUT / VIDEO 2 IN) jacks [18]

There are 2 S Video inputs and 1 output. Connect LD players, VCRs or other video components to the video inputs. The S Video output channel can be used to be connected to video tape recorder for making recordings. The S-Video cable only carries the video signal. Remember to connect the left and right audio cables.

Connecting to a TV

Before connecting

• Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV.

• When you connect the DVD Changer Receiver to the TV, be sure

to turn off the power and unplug both the units from the mains before making any connections.

• Connect the DVD Changer Receiver to the TV directly. If you connect the DVD Changer Receiver to a VCR, TV/VCR combination, or video selector, the playback picture may be distorted as DVD videos are copy protected.

■ Connecting to a TV (or projector)

Using the supplied audio/video connection cable, make audio connections from the AUDIO TV/LINE IN L and R jacks to the corresponding audio output jacks on the TV. In the same manner, make video connections from the VIDEO MONI OUT jack to the corresponding video input jack on the TV. If your TV has a S video input jack and/or component video input jacks, make S video connection to the S VIDEO MONI OUT jack using S video connection cable (not supplied) and/ or make component video connection to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using component video connection cable (not supplied). These connections allow you to enjoy higher quality picture playback. Be sure not to disconnect VIDEO MONI OUT.

• Connect the plugs securely.

Incomplete

• Note that one audio/video connection cable is supplied.

Insert completely

Notes

• Actual labels for component video inputs may vary depending on the TV manufacturer (ex. Y/CB/CR, Y/B-Y/R-Y, etc.).

• In some TVs, the color levels of the playback picture may be reduced slightly or the tint may change. In such a case, adjust the TV for optimum performance.

Video (Yellow)

L (White)

R (Red)

Signal flow

FRONT

SPEAKERS

TV or projector

ININ

VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

MONI

OUT

BPR

COMPONENT VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

Audio/video cable

RL YP

Component video cable

See “Turning the unit on/off with the TV’s power switch — IPM function” on page 19 for

S video cable

Intelligent Power Management (IPM) function.

ANTENNA

TV/LINE

AUDIO

TAPE/CD-R

ININ

OUT OUT

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

SUB WOOFER

PRE OUT

DIGITAL IN

VIDEO

COAXIAL

VIDEO

DIGITAL

OUT

VIDEO

OPTICAL

VIDEO

S VIDEO

SURROUND SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

DO NOT connect the

power cord at this time.

OUT

Connecting Speakers

Before connecting

• Refer also to the instruction manuals of the speakers.

• This DVD Changer Receiver is designed to reproduce optimum

sound quality when speakers with the impedances specified below are connected. Please check the following information and choose speakers with appropriate impedances for the connections.

Front speakers: 6 ohms min. per speaker Center speaker: 6 ohms min. Surround Speakers : 6 ohms min. per speaker

Front (R) Front (L) Center

+–+–

FRONT

SPEAKERS

Surround

(R)

SURROUND SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

+– +–

+–

(L)

• To prevent damage to circuits, never shortcircuit the positive (+) and negative (–) speaker wires.

• Do not connect the speaker cable to the L and R connectors at the same time and do not connect more than one speaker to the same speaker connectors.

–

NO!

–

NO!

Connecting to SPEAKERS A

The main speaker system is SPEAKERS A. Follow the illustration on the left.

How to connect to the speaker connectors

10 mm (3/8”)

Strip 10 mm (3/8”) from the end of each cord, then twist the exposed wires tightly.

Active

subwoofer

Press and hold the lever.

Insert the stripped end of the cord.

By releasing the lever, the lever is replaced.

NO!

FRONT

SPEAKERS

SURROUND SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

AUDIO

TV/LINE

FRONT

SPEAKERS

SURROUND SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

+–

VIDEO 2

TAPE/CD-R

ININ

OUT OUT

DO NOT connect the

power cord (mains lead) at this time.

+–

Front (R) Front (L)

VIDEO 1

ANTENNAANTENNA

SUB WOOFER

PRE OUT

DIGITAL IN

VIDEO

COAXIAL

VIDEO

DIGITAL

OUT

VIDEO

OPTICAL

ININ

VIDEO

S VIDEO

OUT

MONI OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

OUT

Connecting to SPEAKERS B

To place the additional speaker system (for the second room), make the SPEAKERS B connection on the left.

Positioning Speakers

■ Two speaker system

Two speaker systems (FRONT SPEAKERS A and FRONT SPEAKERS B) can be connected to the DVD Changer Receiver. For example, you can place the FRONT SPEAKERS A system in the main room, and the FRONT SPEAKERS B system in a second room.

The configuration of the FRONT SPEAKERS A system

The FRONT SPEAKERS A system consists of the front left, center, and right speakers, surround left and right speakers, and subwoofer. You can reproduce the sounds such as Dolby surround and DTS surround.

The configuration of the FRONT SPEAKERS B system

The FRONT SPEAKERS B system consists of the front left and right speakers. You can reproduce only monaural and stereo sounds.

■ Standard speaker placement of the FRONT SPEAKERS A system

Speaker placement plays an important role in the reproduction of Surround sound. The placement of the speakers varies depending on the size of the room and the wall coverings used in the room. The illustration below shows an example of a layout for standard speaker placement. Refer to this example when you position the speakers in order to experience the best of Surround sound.

For ideal Surround effects, all speakers should be installed. If a center speaker or subwoofer is not connected, the sound from the unused channel is properly distributed to the connected speakers in order to reproduce the best Surround sound possible.

Front

The center speaker reproduces a richer sound image by enhancing the perception of the sound's source and movement.

The left, right, and center speakers should face the seated listener and be placed at ear level.

Surround

The surround speakers reproduce the feel of a moving sound while creating the sensation of being in the middle of the action.

Place the left and right surround speakers 3 feet (1 meter) above the listener's ear level and facing toward the sides of the room, making sure that the listener is within the speakers’ dispersion angle.

Front

left

Speaker

TV/Screen

Front

center

Speaker

Sub-woofer

Front

right

Speaker

Subwoofer

Install a subwoofer with a built-in power amplifier for powerful bass sounds.

The placement of the subwoofer does not affect the final quality of the sound image much, therefore, you can install it wherever it is convenient.

Refer to the speakers’ instruction manuals for details.

Surround

left

Speaker

Surround

right

Speaker

■ Using the provided speaker labels

The speaker terminals (+) of this unit are given different colors for ease of identification. By attaching the provided speaker labels to the speaker cables, the cables to be connected to the terminals can be identified easily.

Attach the speaker label of each color to the speaker cable for the corresponding terminal and connect the speaker cable to the terminal having the same color as the label attached to the cable.

The speaker terminals are colored as follows.

Front left speaker (+): white Front Right speaker (+): red Center speaker (+): green Surround left speaker (+): blue Surround right speaker (+): gray

Connecting to Audio/Video Equipment

Before connecting

• Refer also to the instruction manual of each component to be connected.

• When you connect the DVD Changer Receiver to audio/video equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all the units from the mains before making any connections.

• Digital audio playback from this unit or digital audio signals from a component connected to this unit’s DIGITAL IN jack are output from the DIGITAL OUT jack. However, analog audio signals from a component connected to the TV/LINE or TAPE/CD-R jack is not output from this unit’s DIGITAL OUT.

Note

The DIGITAL OPTICAL jacks are provided with protection shutters. The shutter opens when an optical fiber cable is plugged in and closes automatically when the cable is removed.

• About the VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 jacks/connectors

The video input/output connections are also necessary even if you make the S video input/output connections.

• Connect the plugs securely. Incomplete

Insert completely

VCR, CD Recorder,

DVD Recorder etc.

VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

RL RL

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

DIGITAL

OUT

OPTICAL OPTICAL

S VIDEO

OUT

S VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO

PRPBY

OUT

FRONT

SPEAKERS

SURROUND SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

Signal flow

Video (Yellow)

L (White)

R (Red)

TV/LINE

DO NOT connect the

power cord at this time.

AUDIO

TAPE/CD-R

ININ

OUT OUT

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

SUB WOOFER

PRE OUT

VIDEO

COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

VIDEO

OPTICAL

VIDEO

DIGITAL

OUT

OPTICAL

ININ

VIDEO

S VIDEO

ANTENNAANTENNA

OUT

MONI

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

OUT

Component video cable

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

OUT

S VIDEO

OUT

Audio/video cable

Satellite tuner, LD Player,

BS digital tuner, Video

Cassette Player etc.

S video cable

Coaxial cable

Optical fiber cable

Before connecting

• Refer also to the instruction manual of each component to be connected.

• When you connect the DVD Changer Receiver to audio/video equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all the units from the mains before making any connections.

AUDIO

OUT

• Connect the plugs securely.

MD Recorder, Cassette Tape

Deck, CD Recorder , Hard Disk

Recorder etc.

AUDIO

OUT

AUDIO

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

Incomplete

Insert completely

FRONT

SPEAKERS

SURROUND SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

RL RL

Audio cable

Optical fiber cable

Signal flow

TV/LINE

DO NOT connect the

power cord at this time.

AUDIO

TAPE/CD-R

ININ

OUT OUT

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

SUB WOOFER

PRE OUT

DIGITAL IN

VIDEO

COAXIAL

VIDEO

DIGITAL

OUT

VIDEO

OPTICAL

ININ

VIDEO

S VIDEO

ANTENNAANTENNA

OUT

MONI

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

OUT

■ Turning the unit on/off with the TV’s power switch — IPM function

The DVD Changer Receiver is equipped with the Intelligent Power Management (IPM) system. Just turn on your TV’s power switch and, in about 5 seconds, the DVD Changer Receiver turns on automatically. If you turn off the TV’s power switch, IPM indicator flashes on the display and the DVD Changer Receiver automatically turns off in about 5 minutes.

To activate the IPM function

1 Connect the audio output of your TV’s audio output to the

DVD Changer Receiver’s TV/LINE IN L/R jacks (refer to page

15). 2 Press MODE RCVR/VCR on the remote controller. 3 Press IPM on the remote controller repeatedly until “IPM ON”

appears on the display. The IPM indicator illuminates in the display.

Notes

• The IPM system may not function properly with some TV sets.

• When using monaural TV, connect the audio output of the TV to the DVD Changer Receiver’s TV/LINE IN L jack.

• When the TV is turned off while the DVD Changer Receiver

selects other input source, the DVD Changer Receiver does not turn off.

Making Antenna Connections

Connecting the Supplied FM and AM Indoor Antennas

FM indoor antenna

AM indoor antenna

ANTENNA

FRONT

SPEAKERS

SURROUND SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

TV/LINE

AUDIO

TAPE/CD-R

ININ

DO NOT connect the

power cord at this time.

VIDEO 2

OUT OUT

ANTENNAANTENNA

SUB WOOFER

PRE OUT

VIDEO

COAXIAL

DIGITAL IN

VIDEO

OPTICAL

VIDEO

DIGITAL

OUT

VIDEO

S VIDEO

OPTICAL

COMPONENT VIDEO

MONI

VIDEO

OUT

ININ

OUT

Insert into the hole.

Press down and hold the lever.

Insert the end of the cord.

Release the lever to secure the connection.

Adjusting the position of the FM indoor antenna

While listening to an FM program (see page 52), extend the antenna and move it in various directions until the clearest signal is received, then secure the antenna with push pins in the position with the least distortion.

Adjusting the position of the AM indoor antenna

While listening to an AM program (see page 52), set the antenna in the direction and position where you receive the clearest sound. Put it as far away as possible from the unit, TVs, speaker cables, and power cords.

Connecting an AM Outdoor Antenna

An outdoor antenna will be more effective if it is stretched horizontally above a window or outside. Leave the supplied AM indoor antenna connected.

Note

To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock, grounding is necessary. Follow item 14 of the "Important Safeguards" on page 2 when you install an outdoor antenna.

AM indoor antenna

Note

Insert one end of the AM antenna cord to either of the AM antenna connectors and the other end to the other connector. There is no difference between one end of the AM antenna cord and the other end, unlike the speaker cords which have positive and negative poles.

Outdoor antenna

2020

Connecting an FM Outdoor Antenna

If the FM reception is not very clear with the supplied antenna, connect an FM outdoor antenna instead of the indoor FM antenna.

FM outdoor antenna

Connecting coaxial cable to a 75/300 ohm antenna adapter (not supplied)

3 Remove the transformer wire A

from slit B and insert it into slit C.

Slit B

Wire A

ANTENNAANTENNA

1 Strip the end of the coaxial cable.

15 mm

3mm6

in.

/8 in.

Slit C

Connecting 300 ohm ribbon wire to a 75/300 ohm antenna adapter (not supplied)

Loosen the screws and wrap the wire around these screws. Then tighten the screws with a screwdriver.

2 With your fingernail or a small

screwdriver, press the stoppers outward and remove the cover.

4 Insert the end of the cable. 5 Clamp it in place with pliers.

Tighten

Loosen

6 Reinstall the cover.

Notes

• Install the antenna well away from tall buildings and in an area where FM stations can directly be received.

• Keep the antenna away from noise sources (neon signs, busy roads, etc.).

• It is dangerous to put the antenna close to power lines. Keep it well away from power lines, transformers, etc.

• To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock, grounding is necessary. Follow item 14 of the “Important Safeguards” on page 2

when you install the outdoor antenna.

Directional Iinkage

Do not use the same antenna for both FM and TV (or VCR) reception since the FM and TV (or VCR) signals can interfere with each other. If you must use a common FM/TV (or VCR) antenna, use a directional linkage type splitter.

Directional linkage type splitter

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