Sony AVX120 Operating Manual

PRECAUTIONS

Read the Operating Instructions carefully and completely before operating the unit. Be sure to keep the Operating Instructions for future reference. All warnings and cautions in the Operating Instructions and on the unit should be strictly followed, as well as the safety suggestions below.

Installation

Water and moisture — Do not use this unit near water, such

as near a bathtub, washbowl, swimming pool, or the like.

Heat — Do not use this unit near heat sources, including heating vents, stoves, or other appliances that generate heat. It also should not be placed in temperatures less than 5°C (41‘F) or higher than 35°C (95”F). Mounting surface — Place the unit on a flat, even sutiace.

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Ventilation — The unit should be situated with adequate space around it so that proper heat ventilation is assured. Allow 10 cm (4 in.) clearance from the rear and the top of the unit, and 5 cm (2 in.) from each side.

- Do not place the unit on a bed, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings.

- Do not install the unit in a bookcase, cabinet, or airtight rack where ventilation may be impeded.

Objects and liquid entry —Take care that objects or liquids do not get inside the unit through the ventilation openings.

Carts and stands — Whenplaced or mounted on a stand or cart, the unit should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the unit or cart to overturn or fall.

Wall or ceiling mounting —The unit should not be mounted on a wall or ceiling, unless specified in the Operating Instructions.

Owner’s record

For your convenience, record the model number and serial number (you will find them on the rear of your unit) in the space provided below. Please refer to them when you contact your Aiwa dealer in case of difficulty.

Model No. AV-X120 {

Serial No. (Lot No.)

Electric Power

1 Power sources — Connect this unit only to power sources

specified in the Operating Instructions, and as marked on

the unit.

2 Polarization — As a safety feature, some units are equipped

with polarized AC power plugs which can only be inserted one way into a power outlet. If it is difficult or impossible to insert the AC power plug into an outlet, turn the plug over and try again. If it is not still inserted easily into the outlet, please call a qualified service technician to service or replace the outlet. To avoid defeating the safety feature of the polarized plug, do not force it into a power outlet.

3 AC power cord

- When disconnecting the AC power cord, pull it out by the AC power plug. Do not pull the cord itself.

- Never handle the AC power plug with wet hands, as this could result

Power cords should be firmly secured to avoid being severely bent, pinched, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to the cord from the unit to the power socket.

- Avoid overloading AC power plugs and extension cords beyond their capacity, as this could result in fire or shock.

4 Extension cord — To help prevent electric shock, do not

use a polarized AC power plug with an extension cord,

receptacle, or other outlet unless the polarized plug can be completely inserted to prevent exposure of the blades of the plug.

in fire or shock.

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5 When not in use — Unplug the AC power cord from the AC

power plug if the unit will not be used for several months or more. When the cord is plugged in, a small amount of current continues to flow to the unit, even when the power is turned off.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRECAUTIONS ................................................................... 1

Outdoor Antenna

1 Power lines — When connecting an outdoor antenna, make

sure it is located away from power lines.

2 Outdoor antenna grounding — Be sure the antenna system

is properly grounded to provide protection against unexpected voltage surges or static electricity build-up. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANS1/NFPA70, provides information on proper grounding of the mast, supporting structure, and the lead-in wire to the antenna discharge unit, as well as the size of the grounding unit, connection to grounding terminals, and requirements for grounding terminals themselves.

Antenna Grounding According to the National Electrical Code

~ ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

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ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250 PART H)

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NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

PREPARATIONS

CONNECTIONS .................................................................. 3

BEFORE OPERATION ....................................................... 6

SETTING THE CLOCK ....................................................... 6

SOUND

CUSTOM AUDIO ADJUSTMENT ...................................... 7

ELECTRONIC GRAPHIC EQUALIZER ............................. 8

DSP SURROIJND ................................................................ 8

BASIC OPERATIONS

SELECTION OF AUDIO/VIDEO SOURCE ........................ 9

RECORDING AN AUDIO SOURCE ...................................

RADIO RECEIPTION

MANUAL TUNING

DIRECT TUNING ................................................................ 10

PRESElllNG STATIONS

DOLBY PRO LOGIC

SELECTING DOLBY PRO LOGIC ................................... 12

ADJUSTING SPEAKER LEVEL BALANCE. ................... 13

TIMER

SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER .......................................... 14

............................................................ 10

................................................. 11

Maintenance

Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating Instructions.

Damaue Reuuirina Service

Have the unit serviced by a qualified service technician if:

- The AC power cord or plug has been damaged

- Foreign objects or liquid have gotten inside the unit

- The unit has been exposed to rain or water

- The unit does not seem to operate normally

- The unit exhibits a marked change in performance

- The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE UNIT YOURSELF.

Check your unit and accessories

AV-X120 Stereo receiver

FM antenna

Remote control

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AM antenna

GENERAL

CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................ 14

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 15

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .......................................... 16

PARTS INDEX

................................................................... 16

Operating Instructions, etc.

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CONNECTIONS

Before connecting the AC cord

The rated voltage of your unit shown on the rear panel is 120 V AC. Check that the rated voltage matches your local voltage.

CONNECTING EQUIPMENT

Jacks and plugs of the connecting cord are color-coded as follows:

Red jacks and plugs : For the right channel of audio signals White jacks and plugs: For the left channel of audio signals Yellow jacks and plugs: For video signals

IMPORTANT

Connect the speakers, antennas, and all other external equipment first. Then connect the AC cord at the end.

The numbers in the illustration below correspond to the following details.

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Insert the plugs fully into the jacks. Loose connections may

produce a humming sound or other noise interference.

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Right

Left

Video 1

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* When connecting a monaural video, use a

stereo-mono connecting cord (not supplied).

Tape deck

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to LINE IN

to LINE OUT

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to OUTPUT

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CONNECTING SPEAKERS @)

Speaker terminals

Connect front speakers (system A and/or B), a center speaker and surround speakers to the corresponding speaker terminals on the unit:

- the front speaker cords to the FRONT SPEAKERS terminals

- the center speaker cord to the CENTER SPEAKER terminals

- the surround speaker cords to the SURROUND SPEAKERS terminals.

For more powerful bass, connect a sub woofer with a built-in amplifier to the SUPER WOOFER 4 jack.

Speaker impedance

● Front and center speakers

The SPEAKER IMPEDANCE SELECTOR on the rear should be set to the position that matches the impedance value of the front and center speakers. When using 4 ohm speakers, set the selector to 4Q. When using 8 ohm speakers, set the selector to 8Q. Please unplug the AC cord before setting the selector.

● Surround speakers and super woofer

The SPEAKER IMPEDANCE SELECTOR has no effect on the SURROUND SPEAKERS terminals and the SUPER WOOFER Qjack. For the surround speakers and sub woofer, use speakers of 8 ohms or more.

Front speakers

Lift up the terminal flap, inserf the speaker cord lead

into the terminal slot, then close the flap. Check that the cord is connected securely.

Center speaker

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Connecting + to +, - to - terminals

To get the proper sound effect, the speaker terminals on the unit and the speaker should be connected with proper polarity; the+ terminal on the unit should be connected to the + terminal on the speaker (and – to –).

* Be sure to connect the speaker cords correctly as shown in

the illustration on the right column. Improper connections can cause short circuits in the SPEAKER(S) terminals.

* Do not leave objects generating magnetism near the speakers.

● When using a sub woofer, select the speaker system A (see

page 6). Otherwise no sound can be heard from it.

POSITIONING THE SPEAKERS

Position the speakers to make the most of the Dolby Pro Logic or DSP effect (see “DOLBY PRO LOGIC”).

@ Front speakers

@ Center speaker

Position in the center of the two front speakers. in addition,

position on or below the TV set, if connecting a TV set to the unit.

@ Surround speakers

Place the surround speakers directly to the side of or slightly behind the listening area. Align them horizontally, about 1 meter (3.2 feet) above ear height.

Sub woofer

Surround speakers

● Sound is heard from the surround speakers when the DSP is

set to on.

● Sound is heard from the center speaker mainly when the Dolby

Pro Logic is set to on. Note that when you select the PHANTOM

mode of the Dolby Pro Logic, the center speaker is muted.

(For details, see “DOLBY PRO LOGIC).

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CONNECTING THE SUPPLIED ANTENNAS @

REMOTE CONTROL

Connect the FM antenna to the FM 75 Q terminals and the AM antenna to the AM LOOP terminals.

FM antenna

antenna

To stand the AM loop antenna on a surface

Fix the claw to the slot as shown in the illustration.

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To position the antennas FM feeder antenna:

Extend this antenna horizontally in a T shape and fix its ends to

the wall.

AM loop antenna:

Position for the best reception.

Inserting batteries

Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control and insert two R6 (size AA) batteries.

R6(’AA)

When to replace the batteries

The maximum operational distance between the remote control and the sensor on the unit should be approximately 5 meters (16 feet). When this distance decreases, replace the batteries with new ones.

Using the remote control

The instructions in this manual refer mainly to the buttons on the main unit. Buttons on the remote control with the same names as those on the main unit can be used as well.

● [f the unit is not going to be used for an extended period of

time, remove the batteries to prevent possible electrolyte

leakage.

● The remote control may not operate correctly when:

- The line of sight between the remote control and the remote sensor in the display window is exposed to intense light, such as direct sunlight.

- Other remote controls are used nearby (those of television, etc.)

● Do not bring the FM antenna near metal objects or curtain rails.

● Do not bring the AM antenna near other external equipment,

the unit itself, the AC power cord or speaker cords, as noise will be picked up.

● Do not unwind the AM loop antenna wire.

CONNECTING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA

For better FM reception, use of an outdoor antenna is recommended. Connect the outdoor antenna to the FM 75 Q

terminals.

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BEFORE OPERATION

SETTING THE CLOCK

TAPE MONITOR

POWER I FUNCTION buttons

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PHONES FRONT SPEAKERS A, B

VOLUME

To turn the unit on

12Turn the VOLUME control toward MIN.

Otherwise, the speakers may be damaged.

Press one of the FUNCTION buttons (TUNER,

PHONO, AUX/TV, CD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2 or

VIDEO 3) or the TAPE MONITOR button.

When pressing the TUNER button, the previously tuned

station is received (Direct Play Function).

The POWER button is also available.

Operation is possible after four seconds.

To select the front speaker system

CL?CK

1,3,5

2,4

When the AC cord is connected for the first titme, the clock on the display flashes.

Set the time aa ‘follows while the power is off.

Press the SET button.

The hour flashes.

To use speaker system A: Set the FRONT SPEAKERS A button to sON. To use speaker system B: Set the FRONT SPEAKERS B button to wON. To use both speaker systems : Set both the buttons to *ON.

Set the button(s) to mOFF to turn off the speaker system(s).

As the front speaker systems A and B are connected in series:

- The sound will be slightly decreased when using both speaker systems

- No sound can be heard if the FRONT SPEAKERS A and B

buttons are set to w ON when only one speaker system is

connected

To change a displayed name for the AU)UTV button and VIDEO 2 button When the AUX/TV button is pressed, AUX is displayed initially.

It can be changed to TV.

With the power on, press the POWER button while pressing the

AUXfW button.

The displayed name for VIDEO 2 button can be changed to

VIDEO 2, LD or MD; with the power on, press the POWER button while pressing the VIDEO 2 button.

Using the headphones

Connect headphones to the PHONES jack with a standard stereo plug (06.3 mm, 1/4 inch). Be sure to set the FRONT SPEAKERS A and B buttons to 10FF. Otherwise sound is output from the speakers.

Press the SET button to set the hour.

The hour stops flashing and the minute starts flashing.

Press the [)OWN7 or UPA button to designate

the minute.

Press the SET button to set the minute.

The minute stops flashing on the display and the clock starts from 00 second.

To correct the current time

Press the POWEERbutton to turn the unit off, Press the SET button and carry out steps 1 to 5 above.

To display the current time

Press the CLOCK button on the remote control. The clock is displayed for 4 seconds.

To switch to the 24-hour standard

Press the POWER buttonwhile pressing the UPA or DOWNY

button while the current time is displayed. Repeat the same procedure to restore the 12-hour standard.

If the clock dislplay flashes while the power is off

This is caused by a power interruption.The current time needs

to be reset.

If power is interrupted for more than approximately 24 hours, all settings stored in memory after purchase need to be reset.

m When using the headphones, set the Dolby Pro Logic and DSP system to off.

To turn the unit off

Press the POWER button.

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CUSTOM AUDIO ADJUSTMENT

MUTl~G V?LUME

SUPER T-BASS SYSTEM

The T-BASS system enhances the realism of low-frequency sound.

Press the T-BASS button. Each time it is pressed, the level changes. Select one of the three levels, or the off positionto suit your preference.

BAtiNCE

T-BASS BBE

VOLUME CONTROL

Turn the VOLUME control on the unit, or press the VOLUME buttons on the remote control.

To adjust the Iefthight balance

Turn the BALANCE control.

To mute the sound temporarily

Press the MUTING button. “MUTE ON” appears on the display for four seconds. While muting the sound, the selected FUNCTION button flashes. Press the MUTING button again to restore the sound.

BBE SYSTEM

The BBE system enhances the clarity of high-frequency sound.

Press the BBE button. Each time it is pressed, the level changes. Select one of the three levels, or the off positionto suit your preference.

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(cancel)

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m Low-frequency sound may be distorted when the T-BASS system is used for a disc or tape in which low-frequency sound is originally emphasized. In this case, cancel the T-BASS system.

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SOUND ADJUSTMENT DURING

RECORDING

The output volume and tone (except BBE) of the speakers or headphones may be freely varied without affecting the level of the recording.

Recording with the BBE

The desired source can be recorded with the BBE function to enhance the clarity of high-frequency sound. When playing back a tape recorded with BBE, it is recommended that BBE be set to off.

I is automatically canceled when Dolby Pro Logic

ELECTRONIC GRAPHIC

EQUALIZER

DSP SURROUND

This unit provides the following five different equalization modes.

ROCK: Powerful sound emphasizing treble and bass POP: More presence in the vocals and midrange

JAZZ: Accented lower frequencies for jazz-type music

CLASSIC: Enriched sound with heavy bass and fine treble BGM: Calm tone with suppressed bass and treble

Press one of the GEQ (Graphic Equalizer) buttons.

The selected mode name appears on the display for two seconds,

and the selected mode on the right side of the display is enclosed

with parentheses.

Selected mode —~

DSP DOWNV UPA

MANUAL SELECT

The DSP (Digital Signal Processor) surrcmnd circuits can recreate the effect of sounds reflected from walls or ceilings, to obtain the sound presence of real environments. There are four modes with

matching graphic equalization modes. Equalization modes are selected automatically and can also be selected or turned off to suit your preference.

Press one of the DSP buttons (DANCE, LIVE, HALL or ARENA).

The selected mode name appears on the display for two seconds, and the selected DSP and matching GEQ modes on the display are enclosed with parentheses.

DSP

Q mode

To cancel the selected mode

Press the selected button again. “GEQ oFF appears on the display.

To select with the remote control

Press the GEQ button repeatedly until the desired equalization mode is displayed.

When the music source is monaural

Select LIVE to obtain a simulated stereo effect. When DANCE

or HALL is selected, no sound will be heard from the surround

speakers.

To cancel the selected mode

Press the selected button again. “DSP oFF appears on the

display. Even if canceling the selected DSP mode, the matching

or selected GEQ mode still remains. While the DSP surround

system is off, no sound is heard from the surround speakers.

To select with the remote control

Press the DSP button repeatedly until the desired DSP mode is

displayed.

To adjust the volume of the surround spe!akers

Press the MANUAL SELECT button once. “SIJR”is displayed

forfourseconds. Press the UPA or DO\NNV buttonwhile“SUR”

is displayed.

Note that the Dolby Pro Logic surround speakers level is also

changed (see page 13).

The DSP system is automatically canceled when the DOLBY

PRO LOGIC is turned on.

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SELECTION OF AUDIO/VIDEO SOURCE

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1 Select the program source.

Press one of the FUNCTION buttons or the TAPE MONITOR button.

Radio

Record I Television, etc. I Com~act disc

Video (VCR or LD)

a):For selecting AUmV, or VIDEO 2/LD/M D, see “TOchange

a displayed name for the AUX/TV button and VIDEO 2 button” of “BEFORE OPERATION” (see page 6).

I TUNER I PHONO I AUXiTVaj I CD

VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2a),VIDEO 3

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RECORDING AN AUDIO SOURCE

Select the program source to be recorded.

Press one of the FUNCTION buttons.

Set the tape deck or MD recorder to the recording

mode.

Start the selected program source.

To monitor recorded sound during recording (when the connected tape deck is a three-head system)

Press the TAPE MONITOR button. “TAPE ON” appears on the display for four seconds, and then the source name selected in

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step 1 comes back on. To cancel the tape monitor, press it again so that “TAPE oFF appears.

Any sound control except the BBE system has no effect on recording (see page 7).

When using a turntable with a built-in equalizer amplifier, set the switch of the equalizer amplifier to off. See the instructions of the turntable for further information.

2 Start the selected program source. 3 Adjust the sound.

About

the video source to the monitor or TV

Selected VIDEO source

VI: VIDEO 1, V2: VIDEO 2, V3: VIDEO 3

The selected video source is indicated on the display and the video signal through the MONITOR VIDEO OUT jack is output on the TV.

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MANUAL TUNING

POWER

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MONO TUNER

DIRECT TUNING

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Numbered buttons

Press the TUNER button repeatedly to select the desired band.

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When the TUNER button is pressed while the power is off, the power is turned on directly.

Press the UPA or DOWNY button to select a

station.

Each time the button is pressed, the frequency changes. When a station is received, “TUNE” is displayed for two seconds. During FM stereo reception, ([[011) isdisplayed.

To search for a station quickly (Auto Search)

Keep the UPA or DOWNY button pressed until the tuner starts

searching for a station. After tuning in to a station, the search stops. To stop the Auto Search manually, press the UPA or DOWNT button,

● The Auto Search may not stop at stations with very weak

signals.

When an FM stereo broadcast contains noise

Press the MONO TUNER button on the remote control so that

“MONO appears on the display.

Noise is reduced, although reception is monaural.

When you know the frequency of the desired station, you can

tune in directly to

the station.

1 Press the TUNER button to select a band. 2 Press the TUNER button and hold it down until

“ “ flashes on the display (Direct Tuning Mode).

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3 Press the appropriate numbered buttons to tune

in to the desired station.

Example: To tune in to 106.50 MHz, press 1, 0, 6, 5 and Obuttons. To tune in to 95.2 MHz, press 9, 5, 2 and Q buttons.

To cancel the Direct tuning mode

Press the UPA or DOWNY button.

When using the remote control Carry out steps 1 and 2 above, and press the numbered buttons on the remote control to tune in to the desireclstation.

● When entering a frequency out of tuning range, the value

flashes for two seconds and then goes off. Check the frequency and repeat step 3 correctly.

● When entering a frequency not covered by the tuning interval,

the

value is automatically rounded up or down to the closest

one covered by it.

To restore stereo reception, press the button so that “MONO disappears.

To change the AM tuning interval The default setting of the AM tuning interval is 10 kHz/step. If

youuse thisunitinan area where

is 9 kHz/step, change the tuning interval. Hold down the TUNER button and press the POWER button immediately. Note that the unit is set to the Direct Tuning mode if the TUNER button is pressed and held down for about two seconds. To reset the interval, repeat this procedure.

the frequency allocation system

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PRESETTING STATIONS

The unit can store a total of 32 preset stations. When a station is stored, a preset number is assigned to the station. Use the preset number to tune in to a preset station directly.

1 Press the TUNER button to select the band, and

mess the UPA or DOWNV button to select a

station. Direct tuning is also available.

PRESET NUMBER TUNING

Press the TUNER button to select a band.

Press the numbered buttons to select a preset

number.

Example: To select preset number 25, press 2 and 5. To select preset number 7, press Oand 7.

To clear a preset station

Select the preset number of the station to be cleared. Then, press the SET button, and prees the SET button again within four seconds. The preset numbers of all other stations in the band with higher numbers are decreased by one.

When using the remote control

Press the TUNER BAND button to select a band, then press the

numbered buttons to select a preset number.

2 Press the SET button to store the station.

A station is assigned a preset number, beginning from consecutive order for each band.

Preset number

3 Repeat steps 1 and 2.

No more stations will be stored if a total of 32 stations have already been stored for all the bands.

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When the AM tuning interval is changed, all preset stations are cleared. The preset stations have to be set again.

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The Dolby Pro Logic feature and the center and surround speakers (standard) assure full-scale home theater sound. When playing back laser discs or video software that have been

recorded in Dolby Surround, astonishingly realistic sound surrounds the listener to create a new level of audio/visual entertainment.

Independent control of the four channels allows the listener to enjoy the same type of sound reproduction experienced in movie theaters. Voices are reproduced in the front and center sound field, while ambient sounds like cars and on all sides of the listener for an incredibly lifelike audio/video experience. Please read the following carefully to “tune” the system’s output to match the characteristics of your listening space.

crowds are reproduced

Check the following: ~Before using the DOLBY PRO LOGIC, adjust the proper

balance of the speaker sound levels (see page 13).

● Make sure the speakers are properly connected and positioned

(see pages 3 and 4).

● Make sure the TV set and video unit are properly connected

(see page 3).

● Make sure the laser disc and video tape, etc., support

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SELECTING DOLBY PRO LOGIC

TO SELECT A DOLBY PRO LOGIC MODE

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Press the DOLBY PRO LOGIC button repeatedly to select tlhe appropriate mode.

When selecting the DOLBY PRCi LOGIC or 3CH LOGIC mode, the indicator lights up, and the selected mode name runs through on the display. Each time the button is pressed, the mode changes as shown below.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC+F 3CH LOGIC

DC)LBYPRO LOGIC oFF (cancel)

The optimal Dolby Pro Logic mode depends on the type and

placement of the speakers. It is recommended that the optional

Aiwa speakers should be used for all channels, for example, the

SX-RI 000 for surround speakers, the SX-C1 000 for a center

speaker and the SX-AVI 000 for front speakers. Check your

current type and placement of the speakers and select the

recommended Dolby Pro Logic mode accordingly.

The recommended mode

Center speaker

Larger-size

Surround speaker (Rear speaker)

No surround speaker

PHANTOM mode: Select this mode when the center speaker is

not connected. All center channel signals are redistributed to

the left and right channel speakers.

3CH LOGIC mode: Select this mode when the surround

speakers are not connected.

DOLBY PRO DOLBY PRO

LOGIC-WIDE LOGIC-NORMAL

3CH LOGIC- 3CH LOGIC-

WIDE NORMAL

Smaller-size

No speaker

PHANTOM

Press the DOLBY PRO LOGIC button again and hold it down until the center speaker m;de to be selected appears.

When selecting the DOLBY PRO LOGIC mode in step 1:

“NORMAL’, “WIDE and “PHANTOM” appear in turn.

When selecting the 3CH LOGIC Imode in step 1: “NORMAL!’ and “WIDE appear one after another.

● Depending on the sound source or listening condition, surround

effect may not be obtained even when the DC)LBY PRO LOGIC

is on.

● The full DOLBY PRO LOGIC effect cannot be obtained when

using the software without DOEE!ZZSS= mark. In this case, use the DSP surround system instead (see page 8).

● The DOLBY PRO LOGIC system is automatically canceled

when the BBE or DSP system is turned on.

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ADJUSTING SPEAKER LEVEL

BALANCE

The unit is equipped with a built-in test signal generator called a noise sequencer for easy balance adjustment of all four channels. The sequencer outputs a noise signal that “travels” from channel to channel, enabling the simple adjustment of sound level to achieve the same apparent loudness, at your listening position,

from each channel.

Press the MANUAL SELECT button again to stop

the noise signal.

If the surround speakers volume of the DSP is changed (see page 8), the Dolby Pro Logic surround speakers level is also changed.

About the channels

The left and right speakers create the stereo effect. The center speaker helps achieve precise sound positioning over a broad sound field. The rear-mounted surround speakers enhance the “depth”of the sound field.

To change the delay time

The surround speakers reproduce sounds a split second after the front speakers. The delay is initially set to 20 ms (milliseconds). To change this standard delay time, press the MANUAL SELECT button twice or three times so that “TIME” is displayed. Then, press the UPA or DOWNY button. Each time one of the buttons is pressed, the delay time changes as shown below.

15ms - 20ms - 30ms

Select the Dolby Pro Logic mode according to your current type and placement of the speakers.

(See page 12.)

Press the MANUAL SELECT button and hold it down for about two seconds until “L TEST” appears.

A noise signal is sent to each channel in turn as follows:

DOLBY PRO LOGIC NORMAL or WIDE mode

L TEST: (Left speaker)~TEST R: (Right speaker

SUR: (Surround speaker)+ CEN: (Center speaker)

DOLBY PRO LOGIC PHANTOM mode

~LTEST-TEST R_SUR-1

3CH LOGIC NORMAL or WIDE mode

~LTEST-TEST R+CEN---l

To change the sound levels after adjusting the balance with the

The sound levels of the center and surround speakers can be adjusted during play of a laser disc or video software.

1 Press the MANUAL SELECT button once or twice to select

2 While the “CEN or “SUR” is displayed, press the UPA or

noise sequencer

“CEN” or “SUR” (center or surround).

DOWNV button to adjust the volume.

Adjust the sound level of the center and (or) surround speakers.

While “CEN” or “SUR” is displayed, press the UPA or DOWNY button to adjust the volume of the center or surround speakers to match the level of the left and right speakers.

To adjust the balance between the left and right speakers, use the BALANCE control while “L TEST” or “TEST R“ is displayed.

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SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER

The unit can be automatically turned off at a specified time.

Use the remote control.

1 Press the SLEEP button.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE -

Occasional care and maintenance of the unit is needed to optimize the performance of your unit.

To clean the cabinet

Use a soft dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Dc) not use strong solvents, such as alcohol, benzine or thinner as these could damage the finish of the unit.

2 Press the UP> or DOWN< button within

seconds to specify the time until the power is turned off.

Each time the button is pressed, the time changes between 5 and 240 minutes in 5-minute steps.

Specifi:d time

To check the time remaining until the power is turned off

Press the SLEEP button once. The remaining time is displayed

for four seconds.

To cancel the sleep timer

Press the SLEEP button twice so that “SLEEP” on the display disappears.

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SPECIFICATIONS

FM tuner section

Tuning range 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz Usable sensitivity (IHF) Antenna terminals 75 ohms (unbalanced)

AM tuner section

Tuning range

Usable sensitivity

Antenna Loop antenna

Amplifier section

Power output [Stereo Mode]

Total harmonic 0.07 % (50 W, 1 kHz, 8 ohms, Front)

distortion

Inputs

13.2 dBf

530 kHz to 1710 kHz (10 kHz step),

531 kHz to 1602 kHz (9 kHz step)

pV/m

350

Front

75 watts per channel, Min. RMS at 4

or 8 ohms, from 40 Hz to 20 kHz, with

no more than 0.8°A Total Harmonic Distortion

[Dolby Pro Logic Mode] Front 70 watts per channel, Min. RMS at 4

or 8 ohms, from 40 Hz to 20 kHz, with

no more than 0.9’%.Total Harmonic Distortion

Rear (Surround) 35 watts per channel, Min. RMS at 8

ohms, 1 kHz, with no more than 0.9’7.

Total Harmonic Distortion

Center 70 watts, Min. RMS at 4 or 8 ohms, 1

kHz, with no more than 0.97. Total Harmonic Distortion

AUDIO IN

PHONO: 2.8 mV (50 kohms) CD: 370 mV (50 kohms) TAPE MONITOR: 200 mV (25 kohms) VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2/LD/MD, VIDEO 3, AUX/TV 370 mV (50 kohms)

VIDEO IN: 1 Vp-p (75 ohms)

outputs

Muting –20 dB

AUDIO OUT (REC OUT): 230 mV (2

kohms) VIDEO OUT (MONITOR): 1 Vp-p (75 ohms) SUPER WOOFER: 3.1 V FRONT SPEAKERS IMP: 8Q/4Q selectable (front speakers A and B): With the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR set to 4Q, accepts speakers of 4 ohms. With the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR set to 8S2,accepts speakers of 8 ohms or more. SURROUND SPEAKERS IMP: 8Q

(surround speakers): accepts speakers of 8 ohms or more CENTER SPEAKER IMP: 8Q/4!2 selectable With the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR set to 4!2, accepts speaker of 4 ohms. With the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR set to 8Q, accepts

speaker of 8 ohms or more.

PHONES (stereo jack): accepts

headphones of 32 ohms or more

General

Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption 160 W Dimensions 360 x 153.5 x 335 mm (14’/1 x 61/s (W XHXD) Weight 8.5 kg (18 lb 12

Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without notice.

BMSYSTEM

The word “BBE” and the “BBE symbol” are trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc. Under license from BBE sound, Inc.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY the double-D symbol 00 and “PRO LOGIC” are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

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