Tangent MCS-650 Instruction Manual

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Instruction manual

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The objective of every Tangent product

is that fundamentally correct

design can produce a product

capable of achieving excellent

performance and affordability.

www.tangent-audio.com

This operation manual supplies all the information that you need to have about your Tangent MCS-650.
Please read this operation manual carefully before you start using the unit!

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Content

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 7

CONNECTION 8

Connection to the mains 8

FRONT PANEL BUTTONS AND CONNECTIONS 9

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS AND BUTTONS 11

REMOTE CONTROL 13

USING THE REMOTE 16

Installation of batteries 16
Using the remote control 16

CONNECTION AF SPEAKERS 17

CONNECTION TO TV SET AND DIGITAL OUTPUTS 18

REAR PANEL INPUTS 20

FRONT PANEL INPUTS 21

THE SETUP MENU 22

Video Setup 22

TV Display 22
TV Type 22
Video Out 23
Angle Mark 23
OSD Language 24
Screen Saver 24
HDMI Resolution 24
HDMI Audio 25

Audio Setup 25

SPDIF Output 25
LPCM Out 26

Preference Setup 26

Audio 26
Subtitle 27
Disc Menu 27
Parental 28
Password 28
Default 29
DivX VOD 29

USING THE RADIO 29

Connecting an antenna 29
Tuning in channels 30
RDS (Radio Data System) 30

TROUBLESHOOTING 32

SPECIFICATIONS 33

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

A triangle with a lightning symbol draws the user's attention to "dangerous voltage" without insulation in the
cabinet which may be high enough to entail a risk of electric shock.

A triangle with an exclamation mark draws the user's attention to important instructions for use and
maintenance in the enclosed manual, which should be studied.

A symbol for CLASS II (double insulation)

WARNING:

TO MINIMISE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THE UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET AS IT CONTAINS DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. ONLY QUALIFIED
TECHNICIANS ARE ALLOWED TO CARRY OUT REPAIR AND SERVICE.

CAUTION:

If the plug of the power cord needs to be replaced, it is important that the replacement is identical to the plug to
be replaced, or that the new plug has been recommended by the manufacturer

TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK, IT IS IMPORTANT TO INSERT THE PLUG CORRECTLY INTO THE
SOCKET.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ AND OBSERVE BOTH THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS
MANUAL AND THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE UNIT. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This unit was designed and manufactured with a view to providing maximum safety for the user. Incorrect use
of the unit may cause electrical shock or fire. The protection devices built into this unit will protect the user if
the procedures below are observed in connection with installation, use and repair. This unit is fully electronic
and contains no parts that can be repaired by the user.
DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET. RISK OF DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. ONLY QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS
ARE ALLOWED TO REPAIR THE UNIT.

Read the manual

Upon unpacking the unit, please read the manual carefully and observe all the instructions given.

Power supply

Only the power supply indicated on the rating plate must be used for this unit. If you are not sure which power
supply you have, please contact the distributor or the local electricity supplier.

Earthing or polarization

If the plug cannot be inserted properly into the socket, or if the plug does not fit, the unit must not be used in
your country.

Ventilation

The cabinet is provided with slots and openings to ensure ventilation and reliable operation and to protect the
unit against overheating. Do not block or cover these openings. The openings must never be blocked, for
instance by placing the unit on a bed, a sofa, a carpet or similar surface.

Heat

Do not place the unit near sources of heat such as radiators, heat registers, ovens or other units that produce
heat.

Water and moisture

The unit must not be placed close to water, such as bathtub, wash basin, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a
damp cellar or close to a swimming pool, etc.

Cleaning

Unplug the unit before cleaning. Do not use liquid detergents and aerosol cleaning agents. Use a dry cloth.

Power cords

Wiring must be organized to prevent people from stepping on the cables and to avoid pinching by objects
placed on or beside them. Take special care around sockets and plug boxes and where the power cords leave
the unit.

Overloading

Make sure that wall sockets, extension cords and plug boxes are not overloaded as this may lead to fire or
electrical shock.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Lightning

Unplug the unit for additional protection during thunder or when the unit is not used for prolonged periods. This
will prevent damage to the unit from lightning and power surges.
Penetration of objects and liquid
Never push any foreign objects through the openings into the unit, as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-circuit parts and thus cause fire or electric shock. Do not spill liquid on the unit.

Accessories

Do not place the unit on unstable surfaces such as a trolley, stand, tripod, shelf or table. The unit may fall and
injure children or adults or be seriously damaged. Use only trolley, stand, tripod, shelf or table that is very
stable or provided with the unit. The unit must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
and by means of installation equipment recommended by the manufacturer. If the unit is placed on a trolley,
the trolley must be moved very carefully. Sudden stops, unnecessary force and uneven surfaces may cause
the trolley to turn over.

Loads

Do not place heavy loads on the unit and do not step on it. The load may fall and cause serious injury to
persons or damage to the unit.

Damage

Unplug the unit and contact qualified technicians in the following cases:
A) If the power cord or the plug is damaged.
B) If liquid has been spilled on the unit or objects have fallen into the unit.
C) If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
D) If the unit does not work properly after adhering to the instructions in the operation manual. Only the

settings described in the operation manual must be made as incorrect setting may result in damage and

often will make it difficult for a qualified technician to make the unit work properly again.
E) If the unit has been dropped or damaged in any other way.
F) When the operation of the unit changes drastically, the unit requires service.

Service

Do not attempt to carry out any service work yourself. By opening or removing the cabinet, you will be exposed
to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Any service work should be carried out by qualified technicians.

Spare parts

If spare parts are required, make sure that the service technician uses spare parts specified by the
manufacturer or spare parts with the same characteristics as the original. Unauthorized spare parts may cause
fire, electrical shock, etc.

Safety check

After service or repairs on the unit, ask the service technician to carry out a safety check to ensure that the unit
is ready for use.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Handling instructions

- The top and back panel of the unit may become warm after prolonged use. This is not due to a defect.

- Turn off the power when the unit is not used.

Protect the power cord

- Follow the instructions below to prevent abnormal operation, electrical shock, fire or personal injury:

- Hold the plug firmly when inserting it into the socket.

- Avoid heat-producing devices.

- Do not place objects on the power cord.

- Do not carry out service work on or change the power cord.

Positioning

Do not place the unit in any of the fol. places:

- In sunlight, close to heat-producing devices or in an enclosed rack.

- In places with high temperatures (40C or more) or high relative humidity (90% or more).

- In dirty places as some internal parts may be damaged.

Do not put your fingers or any other objects into the unit

- Touching the internal parts is dangerous and may cause injury or damage. Do not open the cabinet.

- Do not place any foreign matter in the unit.

Interference

Placing the unit near a television set, radio or video player may cause poor picture and sound quality. In that

case, move the unit further away from the television set, radio or video player.

Condensation

Condensation may occur in the following cases:

- When the unit is moved directly from a cold to a warm place.

- When the unit is used in a room where the radiator has just been switched on or a place where the cold

air from the air-conditioning system is directed at the unit.

- If the unit is used in the summer in a warm and humid room just after it has been moved from an air-

conditioned room.

- If there is steam or a high level of humidity in the room.
In case of condensation, the unit will not work properly. Turn off the unit. Unplug the unit and leave it for 2-3
hours. The unit will then have adapted to the environment and any condensation will have disappeared.

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CONNECTION

Connection to the mains

Check that all other connections have been made correctly before inserting the mains plug into the wall
socket. Then insert the plug into a suitable socket.
Note: If the unit is to be used abroad, you may need an adapter.

CAUTION:
Do not turn on the power before all connections have been made correctly. You might break your new unit.
Check that all connections have been made correctly before turning on the power.
Check that the mains voltage is 220-240V AC50~60Hz before turning on the power.

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FRONT PANEL BUTTONS AND CONNECTIONS

The points below contains a brief description of the front panel buttons, inputs and outputs. For more detailed
descriptions of the functions and connections, please see the following pages of the manual.

1. Standby LED

The standby LED indicates whether the unit is on or in standby. When the receiver is on, the standby

LED will glow green. When the receiver is in standby, the standby LED will glow red.

2. Display.

Shows information of the selected input source, adjustments and system state.

3. Master volume.

Turn this button clockwise and counterclockwise to adjust the master volume. Turn the knob clockwise

to increase the volume and counter clockwise to decrease the volume.

4. USB input

Use this input for connection of USB sources, like a MP3 player, memory stick, cell phones, etc.

Note: This input is not compatible with iPods.

5. AV3 input.

Front input for easy connection of game machines, digital still cameras, camcorders etc. The AV3

contains CVBS and analog stereo input.

6. Card reader

Card reader for SD, MMC and MS cards

7. EJECT/STOP

Press this button to stop playback. Press it once more to eject the disc in the loader.

8. PLAY/PAUSE

Press this button to start playback. Press it once more to temporarily stop playback.

9. NEXT (>>I)

Press this button to choose the next track or chapter on the disc loaded in the unit.

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10. PREVIOUS (I<<)

Press this button to choose the previous track or chapter on the disc loaded in the unit.

11. CARD/USB

Press this button to select the USB or card reader.

12. SOURCE

Press this button to change between input sources.

(DVD, USB, Card, AV1, AV2, FM, AM, AUX, TV, AV3)

13. STATION

Press this button to change between radio presets.

14. Disc tray

15. Headphones.

Use this output to connect headphones. Please notice that if the receiver is playing multi channel

surround sound, the sound in the headphones will be downmixed stereo. When the headphones are

connected, the speaker outputs will turn off. Make sure that the headphones you wish to use, have a

standard 6,3mm jack connecter. If not, you can use an adapter to match the 6,3mm jack.

Note: Please be aware of that high volume levels can damage your hearing!

16. Tuning + and –

Press and hold these buttons for two seconds to search for radio channels.

17. Power.

Press the power button to set the receiver into standby. The standby LED will turn red. Press the power

button once again, to turn on the receiver on again. The standby LED will turn green.

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REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS AND BUTTONS

The points below contains a brief description of the rear panel buttons, inputs and outputs. For more detailed
descriptions of the functions and connections, please see the following pages of the manual.

1. Mains power switch.

Mains power ON/OFF switch. This is not a standby function. This is the mains power switch. When this

switch is set to OFF, the receiver will not use any power at all. Please notice that the stored radio

presets and sound adjustments will be erased from the receiver when it is turned off on the power switch

for a period longer than one week.

2. Speaker output terminals.

For connecting the speakers of the system. Note that the impedance of the connected speaker must be

between 4 and 8 ohm. Please make sure that the power is disconnected from the receiver while making

any speaker connection.

3. Optical and coaxial outputs.

Optical and coaxial outputs for connection to a external sound processor, CD recorder, surround

receiver, etc.

4. S-Video output and inputs.

S-Video output for connection to a TV set or monitor.

S-Video inputs for the AV1 and AV2 inputs

5. FM and AM antenna input.

For connection of FM and AM antennas.

FM antenna input. Connect the included FM antenna whip to this input or an external FM antenna.

Make sure the cable used for this is a 75 ohms coaxial antenna cable.

AM antenna input. Connect the included AM loop antenna to this input or an external AM antenna.