Primare SP-31 Owners manual
SP31 Multi-Channel Processor
User Guide
Copyright and acknowledgements
Copyright © 2003 Primare Systems AB. All rights reserved.
Primare Systems AB
Renvägen 1
SE-352 45 Växjö
Sweden
Issue: SP31
The information in this guide is believed to be correct as
of the date of publication. However, our policy is one of
continuous development and so the information is subject
to change without notice, and does not represent a
commitment on the part of Primare Systems AB.
PREFACE
Primare is a trademark of Primare Systems AB. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories “Dolby”,
“Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works.
Copyright 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights
reserved. LaserDisc is a trademark of Pioneer Electric
Corp. All other product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
FCC Warning: This equipment generates and can radiate
radio frequency energy and if not installed and used
correctly in accordance with our instructions may cause
interference to radio communications or radio and
television reception. It has been type-tested and complies
with the limits set out in Subpart J, Part 15 of FCC rules
for a Class B computing device. These limits are intended
to provide reasonable protection against such interference
in home installations.
EEC: This product has been designed and type-tested to
comply with the limits set out in EN55013 and
EN55020.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the SP31 Multi-Channel Processor.......... 1
Using the SP31 with other Primare products .............. 2
Technical specifications............................................... 2
HOW TO GET STARTED
Connecting the SP31 Multi-Channel Processor with
standard configurations............................................... 3
Quick connection of speakers ..................................... 3
Power connection ....................................................... 4
Switching on and off................................................... 4
Front panel controls.................................................... 5
Front panel display ..................................................... 6
Selecting a preset source.............................................. 6
ADVANCED CONNECTING
Back panel connections............................................... 7
Power connection ....................................................... 8
Safety instructions....................................................... 8
Audio connections ...................................................... 8
Video connections ...................................................... 8
Connecting to a television or monitor......................... 9
Record outputs ........................................................... 9
Data and RS232 ......................................................... 9
DC-trigger outputs (12V)........................................... 9
Connecting to the Primare DVD30
Universal Disc Play er .................................................. 9
USING MENUS
Using the main menu ............................................... 13
Using the menus....................................................... 13
Choosing the surround mode ................................... 14
Extra surround mode ................................................ 15
Making recordings .................................................... 15
Reducing the sound dynamics for
late night listening .................................................... 15
Locking the front panel............................................. 16
Saving the configuration ........................................... 16
Configuring the on-screen display............................. 18
Configuring the front panel display .......................... 18
Configuring the remote control ................................ 18
SETTING UP THE SPEAKERS
Configuring the speakers .......................................... 19
Selection of possible speaker configurations .............. 19
Setting the speaker delays.......................................... 21
Setting the speaker levels........................................... 21
Setting the analog input level .................................... 22
SETTING UP THE SOURCES
Standard sources ....................................................... 23
Removing sources ..................................................... 23
Editing sources.......................................................... 24
Examples of sources .................................................. 25
OPERATING THE SP31
Changing volume ..................................................... 11
Changing levels......................................................... 11
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Welcome to the new Primare SP31 M ulti-Channel
Processor! This chapter introduces you to its key
features, and explains how you can take advantage
of its potent flexibility to create a system perfectly
tuned to your requirements.
Welcome to the SP31 Multi-Channel Processor
INTRODUCTION
For the new SP31, Primare has enhanced a design classic
to deliver even greater fidelity, flexibility and reliability to
aficionados of multi-channel music and lovers of the
movie genre. By virtue of its upgraded electronic design,
the SP31 widens the audio and video spectrum still
further to provide ever more accurate sound quality,
stunningly lifelike pictures and a more vivid contrast with
lesser processors.
It offers a class-beating combination of innovative DSP
engineering, peerless performance, versatile connectivity,
superior control and ease of use.
Proprietary Processing
The SP31uses proprietary DSP circuitry developed by
Primare, to provide a far more convincing multi-channel
sound stage than the standard off-the-shelf circuits used in
many other surround processors. It provides up to
192kHz/24 bit processing to accommodate all the current
multi-channel audio formats and future surround enhancements.
Flexible range of inputs
The SP31 provides a comprehensive range of inputs
designed to cater for virtually any combination of sources.
The range includes: seven analogue RCA inputs, one
analogue XLR input, five coaxial digital inputs, two
TOSlink optical digital inputs, and one AES/EBU digital
input.
Digital Surround Processing
The SP31 can decode multi-channel sources encoded in
Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital, or DTS formats to
provide eight discrete output channels for up to eight
loudspeakers in a surround system. A wide range of
processing options will allow the user to match twochannel or multi-channel music and movie sound to its
ideal mode. Modes available include Dolby Pro Logic II,
Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS Neo:6, DTS 5.1, DTS ES 6.1,
DTS ES 6.1 Discrete and Primares own
“Surround EX 7.1”.
Multi-channel analog input
In addition to the processing of encoded multi-channel
sources, the SP31 provides a discrete eight-channel
analogue input for a DVD audio or SACD player that
provides a multi-channel output.
Flexible configuration
The SP31 is fully configurable from either the front panel
or remote control. By using a range of easy to follow onscreen menus, your preferred combination of sources and
outputs may be configured quickly and easily to provide
simple, user-friendly operation. The SP31 is supplied with
a factory set-up to accommodate a standard set of sources
conforming to the most usual combination of inputs and
outputs, but these may be modified and enhanced
according to your taste and system characteristics.
Video switching
Up to nine audio-video sources may be controlled through
two component video inputs, three S-Video inputs and
four composite video inputs.
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Intuitive user interface
Primare has taken great care to develop an intuitive way of
controlling the SP31’s powerful range of features, designed
so that it will not distract you from the pleasure of
listening to music or watching movies through your
system. Features can be accessed using the SP31’s remote
control keypad or from the front panel controls.
Easy to set-up
The SP31 is also exceptionally easy to set-up for perfectly
balanced surround sound in any environment. The level of
each channel may automatically be calibrated by using a
microphone (not supplied) located at the listening
position. The built-in calibration test will then balance the
level of each output to give a correct sound image for your
system and listening room.
Using the SP31 with other
Primare products
Although the SP31 is flexible enough to optimise the
performance of virtually any other system component, it is
the perfect partner for other Primare products, including
the Primare Power Amplifiers and the new Primare
DVD30 DVD player. When using the SP31 with a
Primare DVD player, both units may be controlled from
the same RC keypad to provide the ultimate in control
and operational simplicity.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
General
Analogue inputs 1 Balanced, 7 RCA
Digital inputs 1 Balanced, 5 RCA, 2 TOS-Link
Video inputs 4 Composite, 3 S-Video,
2 component
Balanced analogue
outputs Front (Left and Right)
Analogue outputs Front (Left and Right)
Center, Sub,
Surr (Left and Right)
Surr Back (Left and Right)
Analogue Record
Output 1 RCA (Left and Right)
Digital Output 1 TOS-Link and 1 RCA
Video Output 2 Composite and 2 S-Video,
1 component
Modes Bypass
Stereo
Dolby ProLogic II
Dolby ProLogic II Cinema
Dolby ProLogic II Music
Party
Dolby Digital
DTS
DTS ES 6.1,
DTS ES 6.1 discrete,
DTS NEO:6 Cinema,
DTS NEO:6 Music
External
“Primare Surround EX 7.1”
Video NTSC/PAL, Component, S-Video
and Composite
Other out-/inputs 1 IR input
1 Mic input
4 12V outputs (triggers)
1 RS232
1 DATA
Power consumption Stand by <38W
Analog data
Bandwidth 1 Hz-100 kHz – 1 dB
THD <0.005%, 20 Hz-20 kHz
Signal-to-noise -110 dB
Frequency response <10 Hz-100 kHz, 1 dB
Imput impedance 15 kΩ, unbalanced
Imput impedance 10 kΩ, balanced
Output impedance 50 Ω
Digital data
Frequency response 20 Hz-20 kHz ± 0,2 dB
THD+noise 0,005% @1 kHz
Dimensions (WxDxH) 430 x 385 x 100 mm
Weight 10 kg
All specifications may be subject to changes without further notice
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This chapter explains how to get started quickly
with the SP31 Multi-Channel Processor. More
detailed instructions are presented in the following
chapters.
Connecting the SP31 Multi-Channel
processor with standard
configurations
Source Audio Video Surround Description
mode
CD Analog 1 None Bypass High quality CD
player
DVD Digital 2 S-Video 1 2-CH DVD player
Tuner Analog 2 None Stereo FM radio tuner
TV Analog 3 Video 1 Dolby Pro Television or
Logic II monitor
Sat Analog 5 Video 2 Dolby Pro Satellite receiver
Logic II
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Quick connection of speakers
The SP31 is preset for you to connect a five channel
surroundsystem with a subwoofer. This example shows a
5:1 channel.
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12 3
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Standard video connections
1. TV
2. Sat
3. DVD
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Standard audio connections
4. Sat
5. TV
7. CD
8. DVD
6. Tuner
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Power connection
WARNING: Before connecting power
check that the required supply voltage,
indicated on the back panel, corresponds
to your local AC supply. If a different voltage is stated on
the type plate do not connect the SP31 to the mains
power, and seek advice from your dealer.
Connect the mains power using the enclosed mains cable.
NOTE: Always disconnect the SP31 from the mains
power before connecting or disconnecting any of the
cables.
Switching on and off
To switch on
•Use the main switch on the back side (1).
During normal operation you can leave the SP31 switched
on and in standby mode.
To switch to standby
•Hold down the button on the front panel or the
remote control.
When the SP31 is in standby mode the green indicator
will be illuminated.
To switch on from standby
•Press the button on the front panel or on the remote
control.
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