Ferguson AV-660 Operator's Manual

Introduction

This document is the operator's manual for the Ferguson AV-660 AV Receiver. It provides comprehensive instructions on setup, connection, operation, and troubleshooting to help users get the most out of their audio-visual system.

Important Safety Instructions

CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

1. READ AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS: All safety and operation instructions should be read before the product is operated. Follow all operation instructions.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS: The safety and operation instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS: Comply with all warnings on the product and in the operation instructions.
4. CLEANING: Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
5. GROUNDING or POLARIZATION: This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
6. OVERLOADING: Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire hazard.
7. POWER SOURCES: This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local Power Company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operation instructions.
8. ACCESSORIES: Do not place this product on an unstable surface or shelf. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult as well as serious damage to the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
9. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING: If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. The example below is for reference only. Correct grounding should always be installed by an electrician. This involves connecting the antenna lead-in wire to a ground clamp, which is then connected to the electrical service equipment or a grounding electrode system.
10. POWER-CORD PROTECTION: Power supply cord should be placed so that the power lead is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at Wall plugs and where the power lead exits from the product.
11. ATTACHMENTS: Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause harm to the unit.

CONTACT THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT SHOULD THE BELOW CONDITIONS EXIST:

• When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the product does not operate normally after following the operation instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operation instructions.
• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
• When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

SERVICING: Do not attempt to service this product yourself as removing cover may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

LIGHTNING: For added protection for this product during a thunderstorm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long period of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges.

HEAT DISPERSION: Leave at least 10 cm (approx. 4 inches) of space between the top, back and sides of the unit and the wall or other components for proper ventilation.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

NOTES ON USE:

• Avoid high temperatures: Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed on a rack.
• Keep the set free from moisture, water, and dust.
• Do not let foreign objects in the set.
• Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
• Unplug the power cord when not using the set for long periods of time.
• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in contact with the set.
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
• Never disassemble or modify the set in any way.

Before Use

READ THIS BEFORE OPERATION

1. Choose the installation location of your unit carefully. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also avoid locations subject to vibration and excessive dust, cold or moisture.
2. The ventilation holes should not be covered. Make sure there is enough space above and beside the amplifier/receiver (about 4 inches). Do not place a CD player or other equipment on top of the amplifier/receiver.
3. Do not open the cabinet as this might result in damage to the circuitry or electrical shock. If a foreign object gets into the set, contact your dealer or authorized service center.
4. When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull directly on the plug, never on the cord.
5. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents as this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
6. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

Back-up Memory Function

This function preserves the preset memory and most-recent memory function. In the event of a power failure, or if the power cord of this unit is disconnected from the electric outlet, the back-up memory will preserve the preset memory and most-recent memory functions for as long as approximately 1 week.

If the power supply is interrupted for 7 days or longer, the memory settings will be erased.

When to use RESET switch

1. When this system is subjected to an electrical shock.
2. When the power is interrupted.

In this case, try the following: Switch on the POWER, use a paper clip to press the RESET button for more than 3 seconds duration.

Note: If the RESET button is pressed for more than 3 seconds, all the current set up memory will be erased.

BEFORE CONNECTION

Caution: Turn off the power of all the equipment before making connections. Read instructions of each component you intend to connect to this unit.

Be sure to insert each power plug securely. To prevent hum and noise, do not bundle the interconnection leads with power cord or speaker leads.

Speaker Connections

Caution: To avoid damaging the speakers with a sudden high-level signal, be sure to switch the power off before connecting the speakers.

• Check the impedance of your speakers. Connect speaker with an impedance of 8 ohms or more. The amplifier's red speaker terminals are the + (positive) terminals and the black terminals are the – (negative) terminals.
• The + side of the speaker cable is marked to make it distinguishable from the – side of the cable. Connect this marked side to the red + terminals and the unmarked side is the black terminal.
• Prepare the speaker cords for connection by stripping off approximately 10 mm or less (no more as this could cause a short-circuit) of the outer insulation. Twist the wires tightly together so that they are not straggly.

How to connect:

• Red: positive (+)
• Black: negative (-)

To connect:

1. Unscrew the knob.
2. Insert the speaker cable.
3. Tighten the knob and secure the cable.

Connections

FM INDOOR ANTENNA

If you live reasonably close to a transmitter and want to use the provided lead-type FM antenna, you will have to connect it direct to the "FM 75Ω" socket. Fit the metal sleeve of the lead-type antenna over the core (center) pin of the (FM 75Ω) socket, extend the lead and attach it to a window frame or wall with thumbtacks, or move around the room, where reception is best.

Lead-type FM Antenna (75Ω provided)

AM INDOOR LOOP ANTENNA

To stand the antenna on a surface, fix the claw to the slot. Crimp the jagged metal fixtures so they hold the braided portion using pliers, etc. Put the cover back in place.

FM OUTDOOR ANTENNA (75Ω)

In an area where FM signals are weak, it will be necessary to use a 75Ω unbalanced-type outdoor FM antenna using the optional matching transformer, as shown. Generally, a 3-element antenna will be sufficient; if you live in an area where the FM signals are particularly weak, it may be necessary to use one with 5 or more elements. Connect the coaxial cable of the antenna to the matching transformer as shown. After completing connection, plug the transformer into the “FM 75Ω" socket.

How to connect a coaxial cable to the matching transformer

1. Strip the cable and dress it as shown.
2. Press both side tabs outward to remove the cover. Wrap the core conductor around the central metal fixture as shown.

AM Loop Antenna (provided)

High performance AM loop antenna provided with the receiver is sufficient for good reception in most areas. Connect the loop antenna's wires to the AM antenna terminals as shown. Place the antenna on a shelf, for example, and move around to obtain the best reception, place as far as possible from the entire system, speaker leads and the power cords, to prevent unwanted noise.

AM Outdoor Antenna

If the AM loop antenna provided does not receive sufficient reception, it may be necessary to use an outdoor AM antenna. Use an insulated cable of a length of 15 ft (5m) long, strip one end, and connect this to the terminal as shown. The antenna wire should be strung outdoors or indoors near a window. For better reception, connect the GND terminal to a reliable ground.

Note: When connecting an outdoor AM antenna, do not disconnect the AM loop antenna.

Standard speaker setup for surround sound

The diagram shows a typical 5.1 or 6.1 surround sound speaker configuration with a listening position.

Speaker Labels:

• 1. TV or Screen
• 2. Front Left Speaker
• 3. Subwoofer
• 4. Center Speaker
• 5. Front Right Speaker
• 6. Surround Left Speaker
• 7. Surround Right Speaker
• 8. Surround Back Speaker
• 9. Listening Position

Standard speaker setup for surround sound

• Front right and left speakers: These are the main speakers providing the front stereo effect of the sound image.
• Center speaker: Produces a rich sound image by serving as a sound source for the front right and left speakers and enhancing the sonic movement.
• Surround right and left speakers: Adds three-dimensional sonic movement and produces environmental sound associated with the background and effect sound for each scene.
• Surround back speaker: Required for enjoying Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES audio. Improves the quality of sound effects and the realistic acoustics.
• Subwoofer: Produces powerful and heavy bass.

Speaker placement

Ideal speaker placement varies depending on the size of your room and the wall coverings. Here, only typical examples of speaker placement and recommendations are shown.

Important points regarding speaker placement

• Front right and left speakers and center speaker: Place these three speakers all at the same height. Place each speaker so that it is aimed at the location of the listener's ears when at the listening position. Place front and right speakers at the same distance from the listening position.
• Surround left and right speakers: Place these speakers so that their height is 3 feet (1 meter) higher than that of the listener's ears.
• Surround back speaker: Place this speaker so that its height is 3 feet (1 meter) higher than that of the listener's ears.
• Subwoofer: A subwoofer is recommended for the highest bass effect.

Connecting loudspeakers

To avoid damaging the speakers with a sudden high-level signal, be sure to switch the power off before connecting the speakers. Check the impedance of your speakers. Connect speaker with an impedance of 8 ohms or more. The amplifier's red speaker terminals are the + (positive) terminals and the black terminals are the – (negative) terminals. The diagram below shows how loudspeakers are made. Please note that all connections are made via loudspeaker cable except the subwoofer which is connected via a standard phono cable.

Diagram showing connections from receiver speaker terminals (FRONT L/R, CENTER, SUBWOOFER, SURROUND L/R, SURROUND BACK) to respective speakers, indicating positive (+) and negative (-) terminals.

Connecting video components

When connecting video components such as DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers and television, you can use different types of cables depending on how the video component is equipped.

Video connections:

If the video component is equipped with S-VIDEO jacks, it is recommended to connect to your Receiver or directly to the television monitor using an S-VIDEO cable. S-VIDEO cables provide better picture clarity and resolution. If the video component is not equipped with an S-VIDEO jack, use a conventional RCA or RCA composite cable to connect to your Receiver or directly to the television. The illustration here shows how to connect video components to your Receiver.

Note: When connecting more than one video component to your Receiver (i.e. VCR and DVD player) it is easier to use either all S-VIDEO cables or all RCA to RCA composite cables. This allows both video signals (DVD and VCR) to be sent through your receiver to the TV monitor using just one video input on the TV (S-Video or RCA). Regardless of the video component being played DVD or VCR, the picture will always appear on the same video input of the monitor.

If you use both S-Video and RCA composite cables to connect different video components to your Receiver, you must also use both S-Video and RCA composite cables to connect the TV monitor to your Receiver. For example, if you connect a DVD player to your Receiver using S-Video cable and a VCR using an RCA to RCA composite cable, you must also connect the TV to your Receiver using both types of cables. This requires an S-Video cable from the S-Video monitor out jack on your Receiver to an S-Video input on the TV (i.e. Video 1). In addition, you must use an RCA composite cable from the composite video monitor out jack on your Receiver to an RCA composite video input on the TV but not the same input used for the S-Video cable (i.e. Video 2). Using this type of dual cable video connection, you will need to switch the TV video input source from TV to Video 1 to Video 2 depending on the video source being played-TV, DVD or VCR.

Audio connections:

Some video components are equipped with special digital audio outputs (i.e. DVD players). If your video component is equipped with a digital audio output, it is recommended that you connect to the your Receiver using a digital cable. Digital audio cables are required to use the DTS and Dolby Digital surround sound modes. If you do not use digital connections, your Receiver will only operate in Dolby PRO LOGICII, PASSTHRU, MOVIE, MUSIC, ROOM, THEATER and HALL surround modes.

There are two types of digital cables-coaxial (75 ohm) and optical. This Receiver is equipped with both types of digital inputs. These inputs are labeled COAXIAL IN and OPTICAL IN on the rear of the unit. Connect the video component outputs to any one of the two digital inputs on your Receiver.

If the video component is not equipped with a digital output, use a dual RCA to RCA composite audio cable to connect to your Receiver.

Note: When an optical cable is used, remove the protection caps from the component and your Receiver before attempting to insert the optical cable. If not using an optical cable or if the cable is removed, always re-install the protection caps to prevent dirt and dust from entering the inputs. If using a coaxial digital cable, leave the protection caps in both the video component and your Receiver.

Remote Control Unit

By using the provided remote control unit, the receiver can be controlled from your listening position. To use the remote control unit, point it at the REMOTE SENSOR window of the receiver.

Notes:

• Even if the remote control unit is operated within the effective range, remote control operation may not work if there are any obstacles between the unit and the remote control.
• If the remote control unit is operated near other products that generate infrared rays, or if other remote control devices using infrared are used near the unit, it may operate incorrectly.
• To simplify explanation, this manual refers to names of buttons and controls on the front panel, making no mention of the use of remote control unit.
• The power is turned on/off (standby) by pressing the POWER button on the remote control unit in standby mode.

Precautions concerning batteries

• Be sure to insert the batteries with correct positive+ and negative – polarities.
• Use batteries of the same type. Never use different types of batteries together.
• Do not heat or disassemble batteries and never dispose of old batteries by throwing them in a fire.

BATTERY INSTALLATION

Diagram showing how to insert two AAA batteries into the remote control, noting correct polarity (+/-).

1. Remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert two “AAA” dry batteries. Make sure that the batteries are inserted with their positive "+" and negative "-" poles positioned correctly.
3. Close the cover until it clicks.

If the distance required between the remote control unit and main unit decreases, the batteries are exhausted. In this case, replace the batteries with new ones.

FRONT PANEL INFORMATION

The front panel of the Ferguson AV-660 receiver features various controls and indicators. The diagram shows numbered components, detailed below:

REMOTE CONTROL INFORMATION

Diagram of the remote control with numbered buttons.

REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTION

REAR PANEL INFORMATION

The rear panel of the AV-660 receiver provides various input and output terminals. The diagram shows numbered connections, detailed below:

Basic Operation

BASIC OPERATION 1

Diagram of the receiver front panel with POWER, STANDBY, and MASTER VOLUME controls highlighted.

1. Press the POWER button to ON.
2. Press STANDBY button to switch on the unit.
3. Select the desired source by pushing the corresponding button. Available sources include: DVD (ANA, COAX), VIDEO 1 (ANA, COAX.), VIDEO 2 (ANA, OPT.), VIDEO 3 (ANA), TUNER (FREQUENCY), TAPE, AUX.

Note: INPUT MODE is used to select one of the 3 Modes: ANA→OPT→COAX.

When DVD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2 is selected, press the INPUT MODE button and select “ANALOG”, “OPTICAL” or “COAXIAL” in accordance with your connection.

If “DOD” appears on the display:

• A digital input source (OPT or COAX) has been selected, and the source is connected successfully.

If “UNLOCK” appeared for 5 seconds on the display:

• The source is not connected properly or the source is not switched on. In that case, connect and switch the source on, or select ANALOG by pressing the INPUT MODE button.

4. Play the source, and gradually turn up the volume to the required level with the MASTER VOLUME control.

BASIC OPERATION 2

A. POWER & STANDBY/ON button

Press this button to turn the power on/off. The STANDBY indicator lights up in power standby mode and goes out when this unit is turned on.

B. STEREO

With the unit in the STEREO mode, only Front Left and Front Right Speaker and Woofer have output.

C. PRO LOGIC IIx

Dolby® Pro Logic® IIx technology (PLIIx) is an extension of Dolby Pro Logic II (PLII) matrix-decoding technology. Dolby Pro Logic IIx technology offers decoders more flexibility in deriving additional outputs to take better advantage of all the amplifiers and speakers found in higher-end surround systems, and to do so from a wider range of program material and sources. There are two standard modes: Movie, Music.

How to get PL II x:

After power on this unit:

1. Press the DOLBY PL IIx button on the front panel or on the remote, you will get SURROUND BACK 1 SPEAKER DOLBY PL II x 6 MOVIE (factory default mode). Press one of these buttons again, you will get SURROUND BACK 1 SPEAKER DOLBY PL II x 6 MUSIC.
2. Press the SURROUND BACK button on the front panel or on the remote, you will get SURROUND BACK OFF DOLBY PL II MUSIC (if the previous mode is movie mode, you will get SURROUND BACK OFF DOLBY PL II MOVIE). By this time, if you press DOLBY PL IIx button, you will get SURROUND BACK OFF DOLBY PL II MOVIE.
3. Press the SURROUND BACK button on the front panel or on the remote, you will get SURROUND BACK 1 SPEAKER DOLBY PL II x 6 MOVIE MODE. By this time, if you press DOLBY PL IIx button, you will get SURROUND BACK 1 SPEAKER DOLBY PL II x MUSIC MODE.

Note: During the press, the corresponding wording appears on the display.

D. SURROUND MODE

This mode is possible to achieve a realistic sound field with a "three dimensional” feel, giving the sense of distance, movement and relative position, and creating a surprisingly real and powerful sense of presence when playing movie software in AV rooms. There are six surround modes: PASSTHRU, MOVIE, MUSIC, ROOM, THEATER and HALL.

E. DIRECT IN

Press this button when you want to enjoy the 6 discrete channels of high quality digital audio from DTS/AC3 program source.

F. RESET

When this unit is ON, use a paper clip to press this button for more than 3 seconds to reset the whole system (including memories).

G. PHONES jack

For private listening, insert optional (not included) headphones (1/4-inch plug) into the PHONES jack, and then the center and surround speaker will be cut automatically. (Note: When the headphone is used, the output will down mix to STEREO automatically.)

H. AV 3 IN

The input ports are for VCR, Video Camera Recorder, etc. It contains one optical, one S-video, one video input port and Analog Left and Right input ports.

I. Dolby Digital EX

When using surround back speakers, the Dolby Digital source is played back using the matrix 6.1-channel decoder.

J. DTS-ES Discrete 6.1

With the additional of the surround back channel, this new format has all 6.1 channels recorded independently for a completely discrete digital format. Since all channels are recorded independently, high-fidelity surround playback with the increased sound space is achieved.

K. DTS-ES Matrix 6.1

This format has the surround back channel matrix encoded and inserted into the left and right surround channels so that at playback the output for the left, right, and back surround channels are decoded using a high-precision matrix decoder.

L. DTS Neo: 6

This mode is for 6.1-channel playback of sources such as PCM or analog sources that have only two channels. The outputs of all six channels are a wide frequency range with a great separation between the different channels. This mode can be set to the Cinema mode designed for playing movies and the Music mode designed for listening to music. The Cinema mode is good for movies. The reproduced surround sound provides the same realistic feel of movement as 6.1-channel sources. This mode can be used with VHS and television programs with stereo sound. The music mode uses the surround channels to provide a natural sound space that cannot be provided with normal stereo output. This mode can be used with music CDs and other stereo sources.

How to get DTS NEO:6

When the input signal is PCM, pressing DTS/DOLBY DIGITAL button on the front panel or DTS NEO: 6 button on the remote, you will get DTS NEO 6 MUSIC or DTS NEO 6 CINEMA.

Radio Operations

Diagram of the receiver front panel with tuner controls.

Automatic Tuning

1. Press the POWER button, then press the STANDBY button to ON.
2. Push the TUNER button on front panel.
3. Select the FM or AM by pressing the BAND button on front panel or remote control.
4. Press the "AUTO/MANUAL" button on the remote control to activate automatic selection. (Default mode is Manual selection)

Note: Auto appears on the display.

5. Press TUNING + and TUNING - to select the station you want to listen to. When a station is tuned in, the tuning process will stop automatically. (Automatic selection)
6. Press TUNING + or TUNING again to select another channel.

Manual Tuning

It is for selecting stations, which cannot be tuned automatically (manual selection). To tune a channel manually: Skip step 4 in the above procedures. Each time the TUNING + or TUNING - button is pressed momentarily (0.5 second or less), the frequency changes by a fixed step. FM: 50 kHz steps; AM: 9 kHz steps.

Two FM modes available:

• Press ST/MONO button on front panel or remote control to alternate between Stereo mode and Mono mode.
• Stereo: FM stereo broadcasts are received in stereo and the "∞" indicator lights on the display.
• Mono: To compensate for weak FM stereo reception, select this mode. Reception will now be forced monaural, reducing unwanted noise.

If DISPLAY button is pressed, the details of incoming source will be displayed.

Preset Tuning

This facility is used to store FM, AM broadcasting from channel 1 to 20 respectively.

Automatic Memory Presetting

1. Push the TUNER button on front panel.
2. Select AM or FM by pressing the BAND button.
3. Press the “APS” button on front panel or remote control. Up to 20 of the best-received stations in your area will be automatically stored.

How to select preset stations

Press the STATION button on the front panel or directly press the numeric buttons on the remote to select a preset channel during the tuner mode.

Manual Memory Presetting

1. Push TUNER button on front panel.
2. Select AM or FM by pressing the BAND button.
3. Press the TUNING + or TUNING - buttons to select a frequency channel you want to preset.
4. Press the MEMORY button briefly.
5. While the “MEM” indicator is lit, press TUNING+ or TUNING - button to select a preset station. The station number will be displayed on the screen.
6. Press the MEMORY button.

To store more stations, repeat steps 3 to 6.

Video Operations

Playing Video sources

Diagram of the receiver front panel with input selection buttons.

1. Select the DVD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2 or VIDEO 3 modes by pushing the corresponding button on front panel.
2. Play the component corresponding to the INPUT selected.
3. The picture from the video source can be seen on the TV and the sound from the video source will be heard from the speakers.

Advanced Features

DELAY TIME & DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL

DELAY TIME

The delay time can be individually set for the Dolby Digital/Dolby Pro Logic II modes using the DELAY (CENTER/REAR) buttons. When you adjust the delay time in the Dolby Digital mode, an additional 15 ms is automatically added to the surround channels in the Dolby Pro Logic mode. The current setting is shown on the display.

Diagram of the remote control highlighting the DELAY button.

1. Press DELAY on the remote control as shown. The corresponding speaker appears on the display (e.g., C → S → BS).

2. Press "+/-" button to set the time delay.

Delay Time Setting Adjustable Range

• DOLBY DIGITAL MODES: 0-15 ms in 5 ms step (S-Delay), 0-5 ms in 1 ms step (C-Delay), 15-20 ms in 5 ms step (BS-Delay)
• DOLBY PRO LOGIC II MODE: 10-25 ms in 5 ms step (S-Delay)

In the surround modes, the sound from the speakers should be delayed slightly, relative to that from the front speakers. The optimum delay time will depend on acoustic properties, whether the walls and furnishings reflect or absorb sound, etc. It is recommended that you try different delay times to obtain the best effect. The delay is digitally synthesized. For the highest sound quality with minimum noise and distortion, the delay time can be set independently for each surround mode using the DELAY TIME buttons, with the current setting shown in the display.

DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL

This button controls the compression range of sound track. If the compression is large (DRC = 4/4), the sound effect is retarded to a certain range. As a result, sound effect is not as excited as normal range (DRC = 0/4). It is useful when you want to movies at the late night.

Diagram of the remote control highlighting the DYNAMIC button.

• Press DYNAMIC on remote control repeatedly until the desired compression range reached.

DRC=0/4: No Compression
DRC=1/4
DRC=2/4
DRC=3/4
DRC=4/4: Greatest Compression

Note: The Dynamic Range Control state will resume to normal if you do not press it after 5 seconds. Dynamic Range Compression is not possible with DTS sources.

TEST TONE, LFE TRIMMER AND CHANNEL SELECT

TEST TONE

Speaker Level balance Adjustment

The test tone function is useful to adjust the relative volume between speakers in DOLBY DIGITAL or DOLBY PRO LOGIC II mode. Once the balance is set, you don't have to change the balance as long as the speakers aren't moved.

1. Adjust the VOL. +/- to the normal listening level. (Half of max. Volume is recommended)
2. Press the T.TONE button (on the remote control) in DTS, Dolby Digital or Dolby PRO LOGIC II mode. The test tone is emitted from each speaker each time you press "T.TONE”.

Diagram of the remote control highlighting T.TONE and VOL +/- buttons.

3. Select a speaker by pressing the “T. TONE” button and adjust the level by pressing the VOL. +/- button. The level of each speaker can be adjusted in 1 dB step from -10 dB to +10 dB.
4. When the setting is finished, press the TEST TONE button to stop the test tone.

Note: You must keep press T. TONE until one complete cycle is finished.

LOW FREQUENCY EFFECT (LFE MIX)

LFE (LOW FREQUENCY EFFECT) MIX LEVEL (LFE MIX)

Under COAX./OPT mode, when playing, input AC3 or DTS 5.1CH signal, LFE will appear on the VFD, then press LFE key on the remote, and again press VOL +/- key to adjust the level between 0dB to -10dB.

Note: The LFE adjust state resume to normal, if MASTER VOLUME is not press after 5 seconds.

CHANNEL SELECT

Balancing volume between speakers in 6.1 channel mode when using the 6.1 analogue inputs. As the Dolby Digital signal is decoded in the external source, sometimes, you may have to balance volume between speakers due to the location of speakers. In this case:

Diagram of the remote control highlighting CH SELECT and VOL +/- buttons, showing speaker selection loop.

1. Press "CH SELECT” on the remote, the following loop will appear on the display: ↑ L(FRONT LEFT)→R (FRONT RIGHT)→LS (SUR. LEFT) ← BS SUB←C (CENTER) ← RS (SUR.R)
2. Adjust the VOL.+/- to balance all speakers. The level of each speaker can be adjusted in 1 dB steps from -10 dB to +10 dB.

Note: If the Master Volume is not adjusted for 5 seconds in Channel Trimmer state, it returns to normal state.

Troubleshooting

To determine any problem with your receiver, always check the most obvious possible causes first. If any problem still remains after your having checked the items below, consult your nearest dealer.

Specifications

*Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.