Techwood DD81 User Manual

DD81DD81

COMPACT DISC MUSIC SYSTEM

OWNER’S MANUAL

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the Appliance.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

DO NOT OPEN

P/N: 3828RCD015A

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: "Note to CATV system installer: > Read all of these Instructions. This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s > Save these Instructions for later use. attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines > Follow all Warnings and Instructions marked on the audio for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable equipment. ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building,

1) Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2) Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3) Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4) Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5) Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6) Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7) Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water _ for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8) Accessories — Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should 15) Lightning — For added protection for this product during a use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long

9) A product and cart combination should be moved with care. periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product product and cart combination to overturn. due to lightning and power-line surges.

10) Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided or electric shock. for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to 18) Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a 19) Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to. or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

11) Power Sources — This product should be operated only from 20) Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your the following conditions: product dealer or local power company. For products intended to a) when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating b) if liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. instructions. c) if the product has been exposed to rain or water.

12) Grounding or Polarization — This product may be equipped d) if the product does not operate normally by following the with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. operation. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. e) if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

13) Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords should be f ) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by this indicates a need for service. items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to 21) Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified exit from the product. by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original

14) Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna or part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or other hazards. cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against 22) Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with determine that the product is in proper operating condition. regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, 23) Wall or Ceiling Mounting — The product should be mounted grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, 24) Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products grounding electrode. (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

as close to the point of cable entry as practical.”

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND

CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC

SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

16) Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

17) Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in risk of fire

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION.............................................................................3-4

SPEAKER CONNECTION AND SET-UP......................................................5

AM & FM ANTENNA CONNECTIONS............................................................6

TELEVISION CONNECTION..........................................................................6

VCR CONNECTION.........................................................................................7

DVD CONNECTION.........................................................................................8

DIGITAL SATELLITE & CD RECORDER CONNECTION..............................9

SOUND ADJUSTMENT.............................................................................10-11

SURROUND EFFECTS............................................................................12-14

ADJUSTING CENTER AND REAR CHANNELS...........................................14

VIDEO OPERATIONS....................................................................................15

RADIO FUNCTIONS......................................................................................16

CD PLAYBACK.........................................................................................17-18

TAPE PLAYBACK.........................................................................................19

TAPE RECORDING.................................................................................19-20

CLOCK SETTING..........................................................................................21

SLEEP TIMER................................................................................................21

FUNCTION DISPLAY......................................................................................22

FRONT VIEW CONTROLS.............................................................................23

BACK VIEW INPUTS AND OUTPUTS...........................................................24

REMOTE CONTROL......................................................................................25

WARRANTY INFORMATION..........................................................................26

INTRODUCTION

Important

Read this section before setting up or operating your new music system

The Techwood DD81 music system is a “state-of-the-art” digital home theater music system. It is equipped with built-in, Dolby Digital Surround Sound, and is ready for the addition of digital audio/video components such as DVD, DSS (digital satellite) and HDTV (high definition TV). This section describes some of the features and Important things you need to know before proceeding with set-up or operation.

The DD81 is equipped with three built-in music sources that can be enjoyed by simply pressing one of the corresponding function buttons on the front panel or remote control after initial set-up has been completed.

Tuner Plays AM and FM Stereo radio broadcasts CD Plays music CD’s Tape Plays and records cassette tapes

You can also connect optional audio/video components to the DD81 and create a true “Home Theater” experience in your home. This allows the audio sound from the video components to play through the DD81 music system. You can connect up to three of the following video components:

TV/AUX Television (regular or HDTV), Cable or Satellite Boxes DVD Digital video disc player VCR Video cassette recorder/player

To enjoy “Home Theater” surround sound, the Techwood DD81 is equipped with three different types of Dolby Surround Sound plus, two simulated surround modes. The type of surround sound used to create your “Home Theater” experience will depend on the video component being played, the type of audio connection (analog or digital) made to the rear of the DD81 jack panel and the source material being played. To enjoy true Dolby Surround Sound, the source material must be recorded or broadcast in either Dolby Pro Logic or Dolby Digital Surround Sound. Source material recorded or broadcast in stereo, such as radio broadcasts, CD’s, cassette tapes or TV programs can be played using the Hall or Theater Simulated surround sound modes.

Surround Sound Modes

1) Hall (simulated)

2) Theater (simulated)

3) Dolby 3 Stereo

4) Dolby Pro Logic

5) Dolby Digital (Digital connection and Dolby Digital source required)

The first four types of surround sound will operate when using an analog, stereo audio signal from the tuner, CD, cassette, TV, VCR, cable or satellite box.

The fifth type, Dolby Digital, will only operate when a digital component such as a DVD player, Digital Cable Box, Digital Satellite (DSS) or HDTV is connected to one of the three digital audio inputs on the rear of the DD81 and when a program or disc encoded in Dolby Digital Surround Sound is played.

IMPORTANT: Dolby Digital Surround Sound will not operate with an analog audio signal from the tuner, CD, cassette, standard TV, VCR or cable box.

Since the DD81 is ready for the addition of digital audio/video components such as a DVD player, High Definition TV (HDTV) or Digital Cable or Satellite Box, there are digital audio input jacks on the rear of the unit. Digital audio inputs are included for the AUX/TV and DVD functions. This allows you to connect up to two digital audio/video components – one to the AUX/TV function and another to the DVD function.

OPTICAL

AUDIO

COAXIAL

AUDIO

INTRODUCTION

There is also a Digital Input selector on the front panel and remote control. If you are connecting any audio/video components to the AUX/TV or DVD inputs, during the initial set-up and before operating the unit, you must select the type of audio input signal used for each component.

STEREO DIRECTSTEREO DIRECT

DIGITAL INPUTDIGITAL INPUT SURROUND MODESURROUND MODE

BASSBASS TREBLETREBLE BALANCEBALANCE

MODE/RIFMODE/RIF REC/PAUSEREC/PAUSE

Use the Digital Input selector on the front panel or on the remote control to select between analog and digital inputs. This must be done when using the AUX/TV and/or DVD functions on the DD81. Once the input signal is set for each of these functions, the DD81 will remember the input type for all future uses. Specific instructions for connecting digital audio/video components to the DD81 are included below. It is recommended you read these instructions before starting set-up.

Digital audio input jacks for connecting digital audio/video components

There are three digital input jacks and one digital output jack on the rear of the DD81. To enjoy the built-in Dolby Digital Surround Sound feature, you must use a digital connection when connecting a digital audio/video component such as a DVD player or digital cable box.

To connect a DVD player, use a single coaxial cable with RCA type jacks on both ends (available at your local electronics store). Connect one end to the Digital Coaxial audio output on the DVD player and the other end to the Digital Coaxial audio input on the rear of the DD81 (see page 8 for connection diagram).

To connect a digital TV (HDTV), cable or satellite box, use a coaxial or optical audio cable (available at your local electronics store). Connect one end to the Digital audio output on the TV/cable/satellite box and the other end to the Digital audio input marked TV/AUX on the rear of the DD81. (Note, some digital cable and satellite boxes do not have digital audio outputs. In this case, you should connect the box to the DD81 using a standard analog audio cable with dual RCA type jacks on each end. Connect one end to the two analog audio output jacks on the rear of the box and the other end to the TV/AUX analog audio input jacks on the rear of the DD81(see pg. 9 for connection diagram).

Digital Input Selector

If you connect any audio/video component to the AUX/TV or DVD audio inputs on the rear of the DD81 (ie: TV, DVD, cable/satellite box), you must select the type of audio signal used for each component connected. This must be done during initial set-up and before operating the DD81. Using the Digital Input selector on the front panel or remote control, select the appropriate input type used as follows:

Function Select Audio Input Signal Used

AUX/TV Analog – Optical – Coaxial DVD Analog - Coaxial

After this first-time setting, the DD81 will memorize the type of audio input selected for all future uses.

Important: If you connect audio/video components to the AUX/TV or DVD functions of the DD81 and after initial set-up you cannot hear audio sound, check which type of audio input has been selected. If the audio input selected does not match the type of audio input actually used, you will not hear any sound. Press the Digital Input Selector button one time to see which input has been selected. With the input still illuminated in the display, press again to change the input.

If you have any questions about operating the DD81 home theater music system, call the Techwood product support center at 888-440-3465, Monday to Friday, 8AM – 4PM CST.

SPEAKER CONNECTIONS AND SET-UP

Speaker connection

Connect all speakers as illustrated below. IMPORTANT NOTE: Use speakers that are rated 8 ohms or higher and make sure that the speaker polarity is correct (Red wires to Red terminals Black wires to Black terminals).

Front Speaker (Left)

R I

G H T

Rear Speaker (Left)

SPEAKER

Front Speaker (Right)

Rear Speaker (Right)

Speaker Set-up

IMPORTANT NOTE: Before operating the system you must first set the speaker configuration by using the following procedures.

1. Press the SPEAKER SETUP button to enter the speaker setup mode. “SUBW YES(or NO)” appears on the display. Note: If a powered subwoofer is used select “SUBW YES”. If no powered subwoofer is used select “SUBW NO”.

2. Use the PRESET DOWN/UP button or MULTI JOG to select “SUBW YES” or “SUBW NO”. Press the CLEAR/SET button to confirm it (or use the ADJUST +/- buttons and SET button on the remote Control).

3. Continue the speaker set-up procedure for center, front and rear speakers as described below.

• CENTER SPEAKER Mode

- LARGE : Use this mode with a large center speaker. The center channel’s output is full range.

- SMALL : Use this mode with a small center speaker.

- NONE : Use this mode if there is no center speaker. The center channel signal will be divided between the front L and R Speakers.

Center Speaker

Speaker Positioning

The installation position of speakers differ according to the size and acoustics of the listening room. While actually listening to a program source, try various speaker positions to determine which layout provides the best surround effect.

1 3 2

1. Front Left Speaker

2. Front Right Speaker

3. Center Speaker

4. Rear Left Speaker (Not magnetically shielded)

5. Rear Right Speaker (Not magnetically shielded)

6. Viewing/Listening position. The optimum listening position should be in the middle of all of the speakers.

Connection of Optional Subwoofer

An RCA type jack marked "SUBWOOFER PRE OUTPUT" is provided on the back of the unit for connecting an optional powered Subwoofer.

• Subwoofer pre out signals are not amplified.

• If a speaker is connected directly to the PRE

OUTPUT jack without a built in amplifier, no sound comes from the speaker.

• Subwoofer speakers are optional and are not

required.

• FRONT SPEAKER Mode

- LARGE : Choose if full range floor standing or bookshelf front speakers are used.

- SMALL : Choose if small satellite front speakers are used. When using small speakers, it is recommended that a powered Subwoofer be added to play low frequencies.

• REAR(SURR) SPEAKER Mode

- SMALL : Use this mode with a small rear (surround) speaker.

- NONE : Use this mode if there is no rear (surround) speaker. The rear channel signal will be divided between the front L and R speakers.

AM & FM ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

FM Antenna

AM loop Antenna

Connect the supplied FM dipole antenna (shaped like a “T”) to the ANTENNA terminals marked “FM” and “GND” on the rear of the unit and position it for

FM indoor dipole antenna

Position it for the best reception

GND

best reception.

AM Antenna

To receive AM radio broadcasts, you must connect the supplied AM loop antenna to the terminals marked “AM” on the rear of the unit. Position it for best reception.

TV CONNECTIONS (ANALOG)

ANTENNA OR CABLE BOXANTENNA OR CABLE BOX

HOW TO PLAY THE TELEVISION SOUND THROUGH THE STEREO SYSTEM

NOTE: The following instructions only apply

if your television has variable audio outputs or has been set to operate in variable output mode. If your TV has fixed audio outputs, the volume is controlled by the DD81.

After making connections as shown above follow these instructions to obtain the best performance.

1. Set the volume control on the stereo at about 15 (1/2 of maximum volume).

2. Set the SURROUND MODE to the desired pattern-ANALOG STEREO(STEREO DIRECT), HALL, THEATER, PRO LOGIC or 3 STEREO.

TELEVISIONTELEVISION

ANT IN

AUDIO OUT

5. Select the channel desired and adjust the listening level using the volume control on the Television. Do not adjust the listening level with the controls on the stereo. lf your television is equipped with a hand held remote control, you can use the remote control to operate the television including adjustment of volume.

6. When you have finished watching TV, be certain to turn off both the television and stereo.

Remember to read the television operating manual so you can enjoy all of the features of your television. lf you have followed these instructions and the system is not operating properly, contact the dealer where you obtained the system before calling a warranty center.

3. Turn the television on by depressing the power Button.

4. Press AUX(TV)/VCR/DVD button repeatedly until the “AUX/TV” appears on the display.

Important: Most malfunctions are the result of improper installation or operating procedure and are not covered under the stereo or television warranties.

VCR & TV CONNECTIONS (ANALOG)

TELEVISIONTELEVISION

(yellow)

VIDEO

AUDIO

ANT IN

ANTENNA OR CABLE BOXANTENNA OR CABLE BOX

VCRVCR

OUT

ANT IN

(yellow)

VIDEO

(yellow)

VIDEO

OUT

NOTE: All VIDEO IN/OUT jacks are yellow in color.

MONITOR

RECORD

OUT

OUT IN

NOTE: When connecting more than one video component to the DD81 (ie: VCR and DVD player) it is easier to use the yellow VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack. This allows all video signals (VCR and DVD) to be sent through the DD81 to the TV using just one RCA video input on the TV.

VCRINAUX/TVINDVD

OUT

TV OUT

AUDIO

OUT

DVD & TV CONNECTIONS (DIGITAL)

NOTE: Solid lines = suggested method of connection Dotted lines = alternate method of connection

TELEVISIONTELEVISION

(yellow)

VIDEO

NOTE: If your TV and DVD changer have s-video or component video jacks, you can connect the video directly to your TV.

DVD CHANGERDVD CHANGER

COMPONENT VIDEO

S-VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

OUT

COMPOSITE

NOTE: All VIDEO IN/OUT jacks are yellow in color.

RECORD

MONITOR

OUT

OUT IN

VCRINAUX/TVINDVD

OUT

(yellow)

VIDEO

OUT

ANALOG

AUDIO

OUT

(orange)

COAXIAL

AUDIO

OUT

OPTICAL

AUDIO

NOTE: All COAXIAL AUDIO IN jacks are orange in color.

DIGITAL

COAXIAL

AUDIO

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