Parasound CSE-61 Owners manual
O W N E R ' S M A N U A L
CSE 6.1 Center Surround Expander
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Table of Contents
Front, Rear Panel and Remote Control Drawings ............................................... 4
Introduction .......................................................................................................... 6
Unpacking ............................................................................................................6
Installation and Rack Mounting ............................................................................ 6
About Rear Center Surround Channel Technology ..............................................7
Making Connections to Your CSE 6.1................................................................... 9
Setting up Your CSE 6.1 Center Surround Expander ......................................... 1 0
Operating Your CSE 6.1 ..................................................................................... 12
Maintaining Your Parasound CSE 6.1................................................................. 13
CSE 6.1 Specifications....................................................................................... 14
CSE 6.1 Center Surround Expander Features
Works with any 5.1 Surround Processor or Receiver
6.1 Information Present Indicator
Fully Remote Controllable
Dual Center Surround Outputs
Rear Subwoofer Output Jack
Adjustable Rear Subwoofer Low-Pass Filter
Calibration Circuitry For Setting Center Surround Level
LS, RS Unity Gain Setting Makes Level Setting Easy
Special Output Jacks for Overhead Ambient Effects
External Infrared Remote Control Input
Gold Plated RCA Jacks
External 12 V Power Supply
Unique Circle Surround® Matrix Processing
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Important Safety Instructions
Save these instructions for future use
This triangle alerts you to the dangerous voltages inside that may be a shock hazard.
This triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in this manual.
ü Always use with the correct line voltage. Refer to the manufacturer’s operating instructions for power
requirements. Be advised that different operating voltages may require the use of a dif ferent line cord and/
or attachment plug.
ü Do not install the unit in an unventilated rack, or directly above heat producing equipment such as power
amplifiers. Observe the maximum ambient operating temperature listed in the product specification.
ü Slots and opening on the case are provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation and prev ent it from
overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. Never push objects of any kind through the
ventilation slots. Never spill a liquid of any kind on the unit.
ü Never attach audio power amplifier outputs directly to any of the unit’s connectors.
ü To prevent shock or fire hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture, or operate it where it will be
exposed to water.
ü Do not attempt to operate the unit if it has been dropped, damaged, exposed to liquids, or if it exhibits a
distinct change in performance indicating the need for service.
ü This unit should only be opened by qualified service personnel. Removing covers will expose you to
hazardous voltages.
ü Adhere to all warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions.
ü Take precautions not to defeat the grounding or polarization of the units power cord.
ü Do not overload wall outlet, extension cords or inte gral conv enience receptacles, as this can result in a risk
of fire or electrical shock.
ü Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed on or
against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point at which
they exit from the unit.
ü The unit should be cleaned only as recommended.
Communications Notice
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, tha t is, in
strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with
the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designated to provide reasonable protection
against such interference in a residential installation. Howev er , there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. It this equipment does cause 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:
ü Reorient the television receiving antenna
ü Relocate the AVC-2500 away from the television
ü Plug the AVC-2500 into a different A C outlet so that the A VC-2500 and tele vision are on different br anch
circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission
helpful: “How to identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is available from the
U.S. Government printing office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock No.004-000-00345-4.
Le présent appareil numénque n’ émet pan de bruits radioélectriques dépassant len limites applicables aux
appareils numériques de la class B prescrites dans le Réglement sur le brouillage radloélectrique édicté par le
ministère des Communications du Canada.
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Level
Center Surround
Engage
Bypass
Calibrate
CSE 6.1
Center Surround Expander
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5
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AC 12V/500mA
External Supply
External
Remote Input
Out
Special
80 Hz
Full Range
120 Hz
Rear Sub
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is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc.
Designed in the USA by Smart Devices
CSE 6.1 Center Surround Expander
Crossover
Out
Rear Sub
Out
6
Out
LS
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RS
In
Surround Channels Center Surround
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15. Special Output Jacks
Connect the Special Out jacks to an
additional two-channel amplifier and a
pair of speakers to use the Special Out
circuit.
16. External Remote Control Input
The External Remote Input allows for
remote control operation via a wired
infrared (IR) repeater system or system
controller.
11. Left, Right Surround Output Jacks
Connect the Left Surround and Right
Surround Out jacks of the CSE 6.1 to the
LS and RS power amplifier input jacks
that were previously connected to the LS
and RS output jacks of your 5.1 channel
surround controller.
12. Center Surr ound Output Jacks
Connect the Center Surround Out jack(s)
to the additional power amplifier
channel(s) that will drive your new rear
17. External 12 V Power Supply Jack
This connector is for the 120 V - 15 V A C
external power adapter that is supplied
with the CSE 6.1.
center surround speaker(s).
13. Rear Subwoof er Output Jac k
The Rear Sub Out jack connects to a
powered subwoofer for the rear section
of your home theater.
14. Subw oofer Cr ossover Switc h
This Rear Sub Crossover switch lets you
select the frequency range of the Rear
Sub Out low pass circuit.
Parasound CSE 6.1 Controls, Connectors, and Indicators
7. Calibrate Button
When the Calibrate button on the front
panel or remote control is pressed, the
internal noise generator is activated.
8. Engage Button
When you press the Engage button on the
front panel or remote control, the CSE 6.1
processes center surround channel and
rear sub information. Press the Engage
button again to bypass the CSE 6.1.
1. Power LED
The Power LED illuminates when the AC
power adapter is plugged into the rear
panel of the CSE 6.1 and power is applied
at the AC outlet.
2. Calibrate Button and Indicator
The Calibrate LED illuminates to indicate
that the CSE 6.1 is in the calibration mode.
3. 6.1 Inf o Indicator
Left and Right Surround Input Jacks
9. Bypass Button
The remote control has a separate Bypass
button so you’ll know that the CSE 6.1 is
in the bypass mode without having to
view its front panel indicator.
10.
Use standard RCA interconnect cables to
connect the line level Left Surround (LS)
and Right Surround (RS) output jacks on
your surround 5.1 channel controller or
The 6.1 Info LED illuminates whenever
the CSE 6.1 recognizes potential rear
center surround channel information
present in the left and right surround
channels.
4. Engage Indicator
The Engage LED illuminates to indicate
that the CSE 6.1 circuits are activated.
5. Center Surround Level Contr ol
The Center Surround Level control on the
receiver to the Left and Right Surround
Channel In jacks on the CSE 6.1.
front panel and remote control adjusts the
CS channel independently of the LS and
RS or Rear Sub channel outputs.
6. Infrared Receiver
Infrared signals from the remote control
are received through the IR recei ving eye.
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