Sony AVX220 Operating Manual

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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

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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 surface.

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 airfight 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 — When placed 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.

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 in fire or shock.

- 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.

I Model No.

I Serial No. (Lot No.)

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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

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

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ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

~ POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250 PART H)

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

Maintenance

Clean the unit only as recommended in the Operating Instructions.

Damaqe Requirinq 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-X220 Stereo receiver Remote control

FM antenna

Operating Instructions, etc.

AM antenna

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

PREPARATIONS

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

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

SOUND

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

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

DSP SURROUND ......m......................................................... 8

BASIC OPERATIONS

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

RECORDING AN AUDIO SOURCE ................................... 9

RADIO RECEPTION

MANUAL TUNING ............................................................ 10

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

PRESETTING STATIONS ................................................. 11

DOLBY PRO LOGIC

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

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

REMOTE CONTROL

OPERATING TV, CABLE TV, VCR AND CD PLAYER ....14

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TIMER

SETTING THE CLOCK ..................................................... 15

SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER .......................................... 15

GENERAL

CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................ 16

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................. 16

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIIDE ......................................... 17

PARTS INDEX m.................................................................. 18

APPENDIX

ID CODES FOR TV ......................................................... A-1

ID CODES FOR CABLE TV ........................................... A-2

ID CODES FOR VCR ...................................................... A-3

ID CODES FOR CD PLAYER ......................................... A-4

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CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING EQUIPMENT

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

Before connecting the AC cord

Red jacks and plugs : For the right channel of audio signals

The rated voltage of your unit shown on the rear panel is 120 V

White jacks and plugs: For the left channel of audio signals

AC. Check that the rated voltage matches your local voltage.

Yellow jacks and plugs: For video signals

IMPORTANT

Connect the speakers, antennas, and all other external

Insert the uluas fully into the iacks. Loose connections may

equipment first. Then connect the AC cord at the end.

produce a hu;ming _soundor o_thernoise interference, -

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

@Surround speaker

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@.Speaker system A

Right

Left

@Speaker system B Right

Left

@FM antenna

REAR

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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 d 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 ~ jack. For the surround speakers and sub woofer, use speakers of 8 ohms or more.

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 shorl 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.

● 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”).

Front smeakers

Lift up the terminal flap, insert the speaker cord lead into the terminal slot, then close the flap. Check that the cord is connected securely.

Center speaker

SPEAKER

IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR

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Sub woofer

Surround speakers

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CONNECTING THE SUPPLIED ANTENNAS @

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.

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.

● 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.

ABOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL

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.

● If 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.)

Remote control operation

This remote control system allows you to operate other external equipment besides the AIWA receiver. For details of the remote control operation for other external equipment, see “REMOTE CONTROL” on page 14.

Hereupon, it is explained how to operate the Aiwa receiver.

RECEIVER

AlWA

KEY

RECEIVER

MUTE

POWER

TUNER PRESET

FUNCTION

VOLUME

Press the AIWA RECEIVER button to set remote control to the Aiwa receiver mode.

Press one of the buttons indicated above.

the

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FUNCTION button Each time this button is pressed, the sound source changes FM (or AM)’) ~V3~V2~Vl~CD~AUX~ PHONO cyclically.

al:Eitherband,which

you havetuned in fOrthe laSttime, ComesOn.

TUNER PRESET buttons Tune in the station which has been preset on the receiver. To go to a higher preset number, press the UPM button. To go to a lower preset number, press the DOWN H button.

It is not necessary to press the AIWA RECEIVER button each time you operate the Aiwa receiver unless another mode has already been set. (See “REMOTE CONTROL” on page 14.)

If the receiver cannot be operated with the remote

control

Follow the steps below with the remote control.

Press the AIWA RECEIVER button. Press and hold the SET UP button for about 2.5

seconds.

The indicator on the top of the remote control blinks twice while pressing the button.

Press the DIGIT buttons in the order of “4,” “O”

and “6.”

BEFORE OPERATION

TAPE MONITOR

POWER [ FUNCTION buttons

VOLUME

PHONES FRONi SPEAKERS A, B

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

To use speaker system A: Set the FRONT SPEAKERS A button to sON. To use speaker system B: Set the FRONT SPEAKERS B button

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to sON. To use both speaker systems : Set both the buttons to ~ ON. Set the button(s) to 10FF 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 ~ ON when only one speaker system is connected

To change a displayed nalme for the AUX/TV 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 AUX/TV 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.

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

BALANCE

T-BASS BBE

VOLUME CONTROL

Turn the VOLUME control on the unit, or press the VOLUME

buttons on the remote control.

To adjust the Iefth’ight 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 position to suit your preference.

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 position to suit your preference.

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(cancel)

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.

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.

The BBE system is automatically canceled when Dolby Pro Logic is turned on.

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ELECTRONIC GRAPHIC EQUALIZER

G;Q

GEQ

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 onthe display for two seconds, and the selected mode on the right side of the display is enclosed with parentheses,

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.

DSP SURROUND

DSP DOWNY

uPA

MANUAL SELECT

MANUAL

DSP SELECT

The DSP (Digital Signal Processor) surround 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.

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and the selected DSP and matching GEQ modes on the display

are enclosed with parentheses.

~—Selec\ed DSP mode MatchingGEQ mode

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 ifcanceling 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 speakers

Press the MANUAL SELECT button once. “SUR” is displayed for four seconds. Press the

UPA or DOWNV button while “SUR”

is displayed.

Note that the

Dolby Prv LvgiG surround apeakere level is als.v

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

RECORDING AN AUDIO SOURCE

TAPE MONITOR

1 Select the program source.

Press one of the FUNCTION buttons orthe TAPE MONITOR

button.

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.

Radio

I TUNER

Record

I PHONO

I Television, etc.

\ AUXiTVaJ

I Com~act disc

I CD

I Video (VCR or LD) I VIDEO 1. VIDEO 2“, VIDEO 3 I

riii- I VIDEO 2’) I

+ For selecting AUX/TV, or VIDEO 2/LD/MD, see “TOchange

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

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.

Start the selected program source.

3 Adjust the sound.

About

the video source to the monitor or TV

Selected ~lDEO 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.

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

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).

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MANUAL TUNING

DIRECT TUNING

POWER 1

MONO TUNER

Press the TUNER button repeatedly to select the desired band.

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, [[101)) is displayed.

To search for a station quickly (Auto Search)

Keep the UPA or DOWN~ 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 DOWNV

button. 9The 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.

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 you use this unit inan area where the frequency allocation system

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.

1,2 3 DOWNY, UPA

When you know the frequency of the desired station, you can tune in directly to the station.

Press the TUNER button to select a band, Press the TUNER button and hold it down until

“_” flashes on the display (Direct Tuning Modle).

Press the appropriate numbered buttons to tulne in to the desired station.

Example: To tune into 106.50 MHz, press 1, 0, 6, 5 and Obuttons. To tune into 95.2 MHz, press 9, 5, 2 and Qbuttons.

To cancel the Direct tuning mode

Press the UPA or DOWNT button.

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

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.

● The DIGIT buttons on the remote control can not be used when

tuning in to the desired station.

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PRESETTING STATIONS

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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.

Press the TUNER button to select the band, and press the UPA or DOWN7 button to select a station. Direct tuning is also available.

Press the SET button to store the station.

A station is assigned a preset number, beginning from 1 in consecutive order for each band.

Frequency

Preset“number

Repeat steps 1 and 2.

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

PRESET NUMBER TUNING

1 Press the TUNER button to select a band.

2 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 press 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 UPM or DOWNK button to select a preset number.

The DIGIT buttons on the remote control can not be used when

selecting a preset number.

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 crowds are reproduced 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.

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

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-R2000 for surround speakers, the SX-C2000 for a center

speaker and the SX-AV2000 for front speakers. Check your current type and placement of the speakers and select the

recommended Dolby Pro Logic mode accordingly.

The recommended mode

Centerspeaker

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.

TO SELECT A DOLBY PRO LOGIC MODE

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Press the DOLBY PRO LOGIC button repeatedly

to select the appropriate mode.

When selecting the DOLBY PRO 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~ 3CH LOGIC DOLBY PRO LOGIC oFF (cancel)

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:

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

When selecting the 3CH LOGIC mode 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 DOLBY PRO LOGIC is on.

● The full DOLBY PRO LOGIC effect cannot be obtained when

using the software without DDI=uw~R~@ 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

4 Press the MANUAL SELECT button again to stop

the noise signal.

2,4

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.

1 Select the Dolby Pro Logic mode according to

your current type and placement of the speakers. (See

page 12.)

2 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

L TEST-TEST R-SUR

3CH LOGIC NORMAL or WIDE mode

L TEST+TEST RaCEN

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.

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).

Tochange this standard delay time, press the MANUAL SELECT

button twice or three times so that “TIME is displayed. Then, press the

UPA or DOWNT button. Each time one of the buttons

is pressed, the delay time changes as shown below.

15ms ~ 20ms ++ 30ms

To change the sound levels after adjusting the balance with the noise sequencer

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

“CEN” or “SUR” (center or surround).

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

DOWNV button to adjust the volume.

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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OPERATING TV, CABLE TV, VCR AND CD PLAYER

To confirm the stored ID code

You can check the stored ID code by counting the indicator blinking.

You can control basic functions of a TV, CABLE TV, VCR and

CD player with this remote control.

TO ENTER THE ID CODE OF THE EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT

Indicator

MODE SELECT

DIGIT buttons (o-9)

SET UP

Before attempting to control them, be sure to enter the ID code of the external equipment to the remote control as follows.

Confirm the code number of the external equipment. See

the ID code list in the “APPENDIX at the end of this

manual.

Press either the TV, CABLE, VCR or

CD button

in the MODE SELECT area. Press and hold the SET UP button for about 2.5

seconds.

Confirm that the indicator blinks twice while pressing the SET UP button.

Press three

DIGIT buttons which correspond to

the ID code of the external equipment.

For example, if your CD player is an AIWA unit, the required

ID code is 124 or 157. In this case, press the DIGIT buttons

in the order of”1 ,“”2 and “4 (or “1,“ “5” and 7“ ).

After the third DIGIT button is pressed, the indicator blinks twice indicating that the ID code is correct and is stored on the remote control.

1 Press either the TV, CABLE, VCR or CD button.

For example, to check the stored code for CD player, press

CD. 2 Press and hold the SETUP Ibuttonfor about 2.5 seconds. 3 Press “9,

“ “9” and “O”.

4 Press “1,“ and count the indicator blinks.

For example, in the case that the stored ID is “157.”

The indicator blinks once.

5 Press “2,” and count the indicator blinks.

The indicator blinks five times. 6

Press “3,” and count the indicator blinks.

The indicator blinks seven times.

TO CONTROL TV, CAE3LETV,VCR AND CD

PLAYER

CHANNEL

VOLUME

DIGIT buttons (O-9) and ENTER

MODE SELECT

VCFVCD ll:Pause, M:Stop,

POWER

M:Rewind, >: Play, ~ :Fast forward

❑

Press any button in the MODE SELECT area (TV,

CABLE, VCR or CD).

The remote control is ready to operate the selected mode

equipment.

Press one of the buttons indicated above.

For the use of the O-9 and the ENTER buttons, seethe instruction manual supplied with the unit to be controlled.

Other buttons indicated above have the same function which you will find on the unit to be controlled.

● Reenter the ID CODE ofthe external equipment after replacing

the batteries of the remote control.

● If there are plural ID codes for external equipment in the

“APPENDIX,” try each number listed until you can control the external equipment.

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SETTING THE CLOCK

SETTING THE SLEEP TIMER

1,3,5

2,4

CLOCK

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

Set the time as follows while the power is off.

Press the SET button.

The hour flashes.

Press the DOWNY or UPA button to designate

the hour.

Press the

SET button to set the hour.

The hour stops flashing and the minute starts flashing.

Press the DOWNV 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 POWER button 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 button while 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 display 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.

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

Use the remote control.

1 Press the AIWA RECEIVER button. 2 Press the SLEEP button.

3 Press the UP- or DOWN- button

within four 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.

Specified 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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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

SPECIFICATIONS

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. Do not use strong solvents, such as alcohol, benzine or thinner as these could damage the finish of the unit.

FM tuner section

Tuning range 87.5 Mt+z to 108 MHz

Usable sensitivity

13.2 dBf

(IHF)

Antenna terminals 75 ohms (unbalanced)

AM tuner section

Tuning range

530 kHz to 1710 kHz (10 kHz step),

531 kHz to 1602 kHz (9 kHz step)

Usable sensitivity 350 pVlm Antenna

Loop antenna

Amplifier section

Power output

[Stereo Mode] Front 125 watts per channel, Min. RMS at 4 or 8 ohms, from 40 Hz to 20 kHz, with

no more than 0.8% Total Harmonic Distortion

[Dolby Pro Logic Mode]

Front 120 waitts per channel, Min. RMS at 4 or 8 ohms (selectable), from 40 Hz to 20 kHz, with no more than 0.97. Total Harmonic Distortion

Rear (Surround)

60 watts per channel, Min. RMS at 8

ohms, 1 kHz, with no more than 0.90/0 Total Harmonic Distortion

Center

120 watts, Min. RMS at 4 or 8 ohms

(selectable), 1 kHz, with no more than

0.9% Total Harmonic Distortion

Total harmonic 0.07 % (105 W, 1 kHz, 8 ohms, Front)

distortion

Inputs AUDIO IN

f>HONO: 2.8 mV (50 kohms)

CD: 370 mV (50 kohms)

TAF’E MONITOR: 200 mV (25 kohms) \/lDEO 1, VIDEO 2/LD/MD,

VIDEO 3, AUWTV 370 mV (50

kohms) VIDE;O IN: 1 Vp-p (75 ohms) AUDIO OUT (REC OUT): 230 mV (2

kohrns)

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 8f2, accepts speakers of 8 ohms or more.

SURRCWND SPEAKERS IMP: 8Q

(surround speakers): accepts speakers of 8 ohms or more

outputs

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CENTER SPEAKER IMP: 8Q14f2 selectable With the SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

SELECTOR set to 4Q, 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

Muting

-20 dB

General

Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption 210 W Dimensions 360 x 153.5x 335 mm

(W XHXD)

(141/, x 6’/0 x 131/, in.)

Weight

10.3 kg (22 lb 11

OZ.)

Specifications and external appearance are subject to change without notice.

BBEsYsTEM

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 OU and “PRO LOGIC” are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If the unit fails to perform as described in these Operating Instructions, check the following guide.

GENERAL

There is no sound.

● Is the AC cord connected properly?

● Is there an incorrect connection? (+ page 3)

● There may be a short circuit in the speaker terminals.

~ Disconnect the AC cord, then correct the speaker

connections.

● Was an incorrectfunction button pressed?

● Are the FRONT SPEAKERS A and B buttons set correctly?

(- page 6)

Sound is emitted from one speaker only.

● Is the BALANCE control set appropriately?

● Is the other speaker disconnected?

Sound is heard at a very low volume. c Has the MUTING button been pressed? An erroneous display or a malfunction occurs.

+ Reset the unit as stated below.

TUNER SECTION

There is constant, wave-like static.

● Is the antenna connected properly? (+ page 5)

● Is the FM signal weak?

+ Connect an outdoor antenna.

The reception contains noise interference or the sound is

distorted.

● Is the system picking up external noise or multipath distortion?

- Change the orientation of the antenna. + Move the unit away from other electrical appliances.

To reset

If an unusual condition in the display window or malfunction occurs, reset the unit as follows. 1 Press the POWER button to turn off the power. 2 Press the POWER button while pressing the SET button.

Everything stored in memory after purchase is canceled. If the power cannot be turned off in step 1 because of a malfunction, reset by disconnecting the AC cord and carry out step 2.

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