Anthem Statement D2 User manual

STATEMENT D2
OPERATING MANUAL
UPDATES: www.anthemAV.com
SOFTWARE VERSION 1.3x
™

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING!
The lightning flash with arrowpoint within an equilateral triangle
warns of 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 warns users
of the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
AND OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THIS PRODUCT.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE, REPLACE THE FUSE ONLY WITH THE SAME AMPERAGE
AND VOLTAGE TYPE. REFER REPLACEMENT TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: UNIT MAY BECOME HOT. ALWAYS PROVIDE ADEQUATE VENTILATION TO ALLOW FOR COOLING. DO NOT
PLACE NEAR A HEAT SOURCE, OR IN SPACES THAT CAN RESTRICT VENTILATION.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING
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, soft cloth for cleaning.
6. 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.
7. 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
manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

8. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed
in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.
9. 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 operating instructions.
10. Grounding and 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.
11. Power-cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the product.
12. 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. Article
810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to the proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
13. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable systems. This will prevent
damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
14. 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.
15. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in
a risk of fire or electric shock.
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Anthem, AnthemLogic, ARC, Sonic Frontiers, and Paradigm are trademarks or registered trademarks of Paradigm Electronics Inc.
Copyright Paradigm Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. The information contained herein may not be reproduced in whole or in
part without our express written permission. We reserve the right to change specifications and/or features without notice as
design improvements are incorporated.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, “Surround EX” and the
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
“DTS”, “DTS-ES Extended Surround” and “Neo:6” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Manufactured under license from THX Ltd. U.S. patent numbers 5,043,970; 5,189,703; and/or 5,222,059. European patent number
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RECYCLING AND REUSE GUIDELINES (Europe)
In accordance with the European Union WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) directive effective
August 13, 2005, we would like to notify you that this product may contain regulated materials which, upon disposal,
require special reuse and recycling processing. For this reason Paradigm Electronics Inc. (the manufacturer of
Paradigm speakers and Anthem electronic products) has arranged with its distributors in European Union member
nations to collect and recycle this product at no cost to you. To find your local distributor please contact the dealer
from whom you purchased this product or go to our website at www.paradigm.com.
Please note that only the product falls under the WEEE directive. When disposing of packaging and other shipping
material we encourage you to recycle through the normal channels.
16. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points
or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Do not expose this product to dripping or splashing and
ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the product.
17. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
18. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel under
the following conditions:
• When 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 by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
• If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.
19. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
20. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
21. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

SECTION PAGE
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Before Making Conne tions............................................................. 1
1.2 In-Use Noti es ........................................................................ 1
1.3 Front Panel ............................................................................ 2
1.4 Front Panel Display .....................................................................3
1.5 Rear Panel ............................................................................ 4
1.6 Remote Control ........................................................................ 5
1.7 Speaker Pla ement .....................................................................6
1.8 Inter onne ts ......................................................................... 7
2. CONNECTIONS
2.1 Video .................................................................................8
2.2 Audio .................................................................................9
2.3 FM•AM Antennas .....................................................................11
2.4 12 Volt Triggers ....................................................................... 11
2.5 Powered IR (Infra Red) Re eivers....................................................... 11
2.6 IR (Infra Red) Emitters..................................................................11
2.7 Power................................................................................11
3. SETUP
Entering / Navigating / Exiting the Setup Menu ............................................... 15
3.1 Video Output ......................................................................... 16
3.2 Set Time and Timers................................................................... 21
3.3 Speaker Configuration................................................................. 24
3.4 Listener Position ......................................................................29
3.5 Level Calibration ..................................................................... 30
3.6 Sour e Setup ......................................................................... 32
3.7 Mode Presets......................................................................... 36
3.8 Analog Input Levels....................................................................37
3.9 ADC and Audio Output ................................................................ 38
3.10 Volumes and Path Names ..............................................................39
3.11 Triggers, IR, and RS-232 ............................................................... 40
3.12 Displays and Timeout.................................................................. 42
3.13 Save and Load Settings ................................................................44
3.14 Lo kout and Passwords ............................................................... 45
3.15 ARC-1 Anthem Room Corre tion ........................................................ 46
TABLE of CONTENTS

4. OPERATION
4.1 Power On and Off ..................................................................... 50
4.2 Path Sele tion........................................................................ 50
4.3 Manually Copying the Main Path to Zone2/3 and Re ord ...................................51
4.4 Sour e Sele tion ..................................................................... 51
4.4.1 FM•AM Tuner 52
4.4.2 Simul ast 52
4.5 Volume Control ....................................................................... 53
4.6 Level Trim ...........................................................................53
4.7 Bass, Treble, and Balan e ............................................................. 54
4.8 Surround Modes ...................................................................... 54
4.8.1 AnthemLogi 55
4.8.2 Dolby Digital 2.0 55
4.8.3 Surround Modes for 2.0-Channel Sour e Material 56
4.8.4 Dolby Digital EX and Pro Logi IIx for 5.1-Channel Sour e Material 57
4.8.5 DTS-ES 57
4.8.6 THX Ultra2 and THX Surround EX 57
4.8.7 Mode and THX Operation for 2.0-Channel Sour e Material 61
4.8.8 Mode and THX Operation for Dolby Digital 5.1 and 6-Ch S/E 62
4.8.9 Mode and THX Operation for DTS Sour e Material 63
4.8.10 Dynami s 64
4.9 Lip-Syn Delay ........................................................................64
4.10 Display Brightness ................................................................... 64
4.11 Video Sour e Adjustment .............................................................. 64
Pi ture 65
Crop Input 67
S ale Output 68
Aspe t Ratio Control Examples 69
Output 71
Test Patterns 72
Info Panel 73
Short uts and emergen y exits 73
4.12 Sleep Timer ...........................................................................74
4.13 Enable and Disable Timers............................................................. 74
4.14 Status Display.........................................................................74
5. REMOTE CONTROL CUSTOMIZATION
5.1 Codes for Other Brands ................................................................ 75
5.2 Learning Commands................................................................... 75
5.3 Copying Commands ....................................................................76
5.4 Volume Lo k ......................................................................... 76
5.5 Programming Ma ros ..................................................................77
5.6 Resetting the Remote Control .......................................................... 77

6. SOFTWARE UPDATING
6.1 Software Version Identifi ation ........................................................ 78
6.2 Software Updating Via Your Dealer......................................................78
6.3 Software Updating Via Your Computer and the Internet ....................................78
Appendix A – IR Ma ros for Surround Modes and FM•AM Banks 80
Appendix B – Preset Memory Codes 81
Spe ifi ations 88
Warranty 91
Big Pi tures of Front and Rear Panels Inside Ba k Cover

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1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Anthem Statement D2 processor.
The Statement D2 is a cutting-edge home theater audio processor with HDMI switching and video
upconversion, multizone capabilities, and FM/AM tuner, along with state of the art video processing which
includes deinterlacing, scaling, aspect ratio control, and picture adjustment. Anthem products are
engineered to recreate the passion of live performance and thrill of the best movie theaters by using the
highest level of circuit design, proprietary software, superior build quality, innovative features, and intuitive
ergonomics with tremendous flexibility.
1.1 BEFORE MAKING CONNECTIONS
Check that you have received everything listed below and report discrepancies to your dealer as soon as
possible. In case they are needed one day, keep the packing materials and the invoice that you received from
your authorized Anthem dealer at time of purchase – without it, service will not be provided under warranty.
Packing List:
Statement D2 FM antenna IR terminal block (on rear panel)
2 Remote controls FM antenna adapter Power cord (North America only)
4 AA batteries AM loop antenna Serial extension cable
Additional items with ARC-1 Anthem Room Correction:
Software installation CD Microphone Telescopic stand
USB microphone cable Microphone clip Base
Safety Instructions:
Read all precautions and instructions at the beginning of this manual.
Do not connect power if there are signs of damage to any part of the exterior.
The front panel power buttons and the rear panel AC switch do not disconnect the product from the
AC line. Ensure that the power cord remains readily accessible at all times.
To connect power, only use the supplied double-insulated power cord.
Allow adequate ventilation to ensure reliable operation and to prevent overheating. The amount of
space required above the unit for radiation depends on ambient air temperature and circulation.
Installation inside an unventilated space such as a cabinet with a front that can be closed or a
closet is not recommended.
Failing to comply with any safety instruction, precaution, or warning in this operating manual is in
violation of the intended use of the product.
Anthem and any related party assume no liability for the user’s failure to comply with requirements.
1.2 IN-USE NOTICES
Disconnect the power cord before connecting or disconnecting any components.
Do not remove the top cover.
Do not modify the product.
Due to continuing advances operational characteristics may change. If this manual contains
discrepancies please check www.anthemAV.com for the latest manual or software.

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1.3 FRONT PANEL
1– Path selection
2– Mode and decoder indicators
3– Display
4–FM AM preset selection
5–FM AM tuning / setup menu navigation
6– Master Control Knob:
Volume
Tune for FM AM
Settings adjustment
Setup for time and source naming
7– Speaker group and headphone access
8– Power on / standby
9– Mute
10 – Status review / setup menu access
11 – Balance setting
12 – Bass / treble settings
13 – LED and display brightness setting / video adjustment
menu access
14 – Front panel IR sensor
15 – Surround mode / Dynamics / THX options / shortcuts
to most common video adjustments
16 – Headphone jack
17 – Source selection
1. INTRODUCTION continued …
For a larger diagram, see inside back cover.
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1.4 FRONT PANEL DISPLAY
MAIN Display Example:
1– Source selection.
2– Audio input format or sleep timer if engaged.
3– Video input resolution.
4– Volume.
5– Number of input channels + surround mode.
FM AM Display Example:
1– Band+bank+preset. The tuner has three FM banks (FM1, FM2, and FM3) and one AM bank.
2– FM mode. Displays “St” when in stereo, “HB” when in Hi-Blend, or “Mn” when in mono.
3– Seek and scan indications.
4– Frequency. FM is tuned to the nearest 0.1 MHz. AM is tuned to nearest 10 kHz (120V model) or
9 kHz (230V model).
1. INTRODUCTION continued …
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2– 7 S-Video inputs
3– 5 S-Video outputs
4– 5 composite video outputs
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6– 2 component video outputs (3 jacks/ea)
7– 3 12V trigger outputs
8– 4 component video inputs (3 jacks/ea)
9– 4 HDMI inputs
10 – FM and AM antenna connections
11 – Expansion port
12 – 2 IR emitters
13 – Main audio output (10 balanced jacks)
14 – 3 IR extension inputs with 12V supply
15 – RS-232 interface (bidirectional)
16 – Main audio output (10 jacks)
17 – 6-channel analog audio input
18 – AES/EBU digital audio input
19 – Analog audio balanced L/R input
20 – ZONE2, ZONE3, and REC analog audio outputs
21 – 3 optical digital audio inputs
22 – 2 digital audio REC outputs
23 – 7 analog audio L/R inputs
24 – 7 digital audio coaxial inputs
25 – Ground terminal
26 – Power cord connection
27 – AC switch
1.5 REAR PANEL
For larger diagrams, see inside back cover.
1. INTRODUCTION continued …
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1.6 REMOTE CONTROL
1– IR transmitter (front face)
2– LED
3– Power on for MAIN, ZONE2, and ZONE3
Power on/off for other control modes
This key does not turn off the processor (see #31)
4– Control mode (to control other components)
These are not the source selection keys (see #19)
5–FM AM preset setting and selection
6– Tone bypass
7– Mode / video adjustments (press and hold for 3 seconds)
8– Dynamics setting
9–FM AM preset up
10 –FM AM preset down
11 – Sleep timer selection / timers setting
12 – Center channel selection for level / bass / treble
13 – Back (for Setup)
14 – Subwoofer / LFE selection for level adjustment
15 – Setup (press and hold for 3 seconds)
16 – Source seek
17 – Balance
18 – RECORD path selection (must be in MAIN – see #4)
19 – Source selection
20 – Copy MAIN when ZONE2, ZONE3, or RECORD is selected
21 – Bass selection for adjustment
22 – Treble selection for adjustment
23 – Surrounds / rears selection for level / bass / treble / balance
24 – FM AM tuning
Adjustment for surround mode, dynamics, THX,
levels, bass / treble, timers, brightness
Setup navigation
25 – FM AM seek
Balance adjustment
Setup navigation
26 – Status / FM AM direct entry / setup selection
27 – Fronts / headphones selection for level / bass / treble / balance
28 – Volume down
29 – THX selection
30 – Volume up
31 – Power off when in MAIN, ZONE2, or ZONE3 control mode
32 – Mute
33 – Front panel LED / display brightness setting / lip-sync delay
34 – On-screen display of current front panel display
35 – Scaler menu – press and hold for 3 seconds
36 – Learn – for customization of remote
Rear: Battery cover (when batteries are running low and a key is
pressed, the backlight stops working and the LED blinks twice)
1. INTRODUCTION continued …
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5 and 6 are not used in a 5.1 system
1. Front-Left
2. Center
3. Front-Right
4. Surround-Right*
5. Rear-Right*
6. Rear-Left*
7. Surround-Left*
8. Subwoofer (“.1”)
1.7 SPEAKER PLACEMENT
These illustrations show typical speaker placement for a 7.1-channel surround system. The surround and
rear speakers are normally positioned 2-3 feet above ear level. The subwoofer can be placed in any location
where severe resonances are prevented – see section 3.3.
1. INTRODUCTION continued …
Placement with dipole surrounds Placement with direct radiating surrounds
slightly behind listening position

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1.8 INTERCONNECTS
These illustrations show audio, video, IR, and trigger connectors used between source components, the
processor, displays, and power amplifiers. Note that when RCA cables have coaxial construction and their
impedance is 75 ohms, they are equally suitable for analog video and digital audio.
DVI connection:
Cables with DVI connection on one end and HDMI connection on the other are more reliable than DVI-HDMI
adapters. If you are having a connection problem and an adapter is in use, try eliminating the adapter.
Important notes regarding HDMI cables:
1080p uses twice the bandwidth that 720p and 1080i do – make sure that the cable is suitable for your
application especially when using a long cable otherwise the picture may contain pixel dropouts or not play
at all. If the display is far from the processor, a repeater or special connection system may be needed –
contact your dealer.
BE CAREFUL WHEN INSERTING HDMI CABLES. The connector should slide into the jack easily – do not
insert it on an angle and do not force it. Each connector contains 19 delicate pins, and cables with
damaged pins can damage jacks. This type of damage is not covered under warranty. If your HDMI
cables have been connected so many times that they are about to wear out, we strongly recommend
that you replace them.
Analog Left
Channel
RCA Black or
White RCA Red RCA Yellow
Analog Right
Channel
Digital Audio or
Composite Video
RCA Green:
Component Y
RCA Blue:
Component Pb
RCA Red:
Component Pr
Mini DIN
HDMI
S-Video
Digital Video
and Audio
1. INTRODUCTION continued …
Optical XLR Female
(connects to output)
XLR Male
(connects to input)
Digital Audio Analog Balanced or AES/EBU
1/4” Stereo
Headphone
3.5mm
Mini (Mono)
12V Trigger
IR Emitter

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2.1 VIDEO CONNECTIONS
To configure inputs, see section 3.6 and to configure video outputs see section 3.1.
HDMI:
Video is sent with audio from source components to the processor. Maximum video resolution is 1080p/60.
Connect MAIN HDMI output to a display with HDMI or DVI input – one with High-bandwidth Digital Content
Protection (HDCP) is required to display copy-protected material. DVD players usually enable HDCP even on
home movies. If the source is protected, only HDMI video output is active (see section 4.14).
Component Video (analog):
Component video uses three coaxial cables and has a maximum resolution of 1080p when unprocessed or
480p when the source material is copy-protected with Macrovision. Maximum input resolution is 1080i/60 if
the input is processed or converted to HDMI. The second Component output can be used in MAIN,
processed or unprocessed, or in ZONE2.
S-Video (analog):
Maximum resolution is 480i (NTSC) / 576i (PAL). This connection keeps brightness and color separate for a
better picture than Composite. S-Video input can be converted to Component and HDMI output (MAIN only).
Composite Video (analog):
Maximum resolution is 480i (NTSC) / 576i (PAL). This traditional format combines the black/white and color
information for transmission on a single coaxial cable. To be displayed, the information has to be separated,
a process that degrades video quality. Composite inputs can not be converted or processed. If you use a
VCR, one with S-Video output is recommended. If a composite video source is black and white, it can be
plugged into a Component video’s Yinput. If there is no choice but to convert a color source’s composite
output, a composite to S-Video converter is needed (not an adapter turned backwards).
2. CONNECTIONS
HDMI switching requires
at least two seconds per
stage, i.e. at least four
seconds from source to
processor to display.

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2.2 AUDIO CONNECTIONS
There are two methods of transmitting audio signals: Analog and digital. Analog is an electrical waveform
representation of sound and requires one cable for each channel. Digital represents sound using a sequence
of numbers and requires only one cable for all channels.
Digital Audio Inputs and Outputs:
Digital audio source components can be connected with a coaxial, optical, balanced, or HDMI cable. These
carry 2-channel PCM, Dolby Digital, and DTS. The HDMI inputs also accept up to six channels of PCM.
Use the HDMI inputs if your display has HDCP-compliant HDMI or DVI input, otherwise use the coaxial or
optical inputs. The processor also provides one balanced AES/EBU connection, which is used on
professional equipment. Any digital input can be assigned to any number of sources that are set to digital.
To change digital audio connection from the factory default assignments, see section 3.6.
Digital Rec-Out can provide a signal to the digital audio input of a Mini Disc recorder, CD recorder etc. from
any source set to Digital (except HDMI) or Anlg-DSP – see sections 3.6 to 3.9.
Analog Audio Inputs:
Analog audio connections are made with RCA or XLR cables.
If you are going to use ZONE2, ZONE3, or RECORD, connect both the digital and analog outputs from the
source components. ZONE2, ZONE3, and RECORD require analog connection unless they’re set to copy
MAIN (see sections 3.6 and 4.3).
6-Ch Analog Input:
The 6-Ch input is for connecting DVD-Audio and multichannel SACD players that do not have HDMI output.
When 6-Ch is selected, the video signal from DVD input is routed to the video outputs by factory default – to
change this, see section 3.6.
2. CONNECTIONS continued …
Should you need
audio from the HDMI
output to your display,
it’s 2-channel PCM.

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Analog Audio Outputs:
Balanced connection offers the highest transmission quality over long cable lengths, because it rejects
noise pickup. In the processor, XLR output voltage is twice that of RCA (6 dB higher). The RCA outputs and
the XLR outputs are always active – both can be used at the same time if the system requires it.
Parallel outputs are provided for a second center channel speaker and/or subwoofer. If your screen is large,
you might want to use one center channel speaker above it and another one below it. One way to tame room
resonances is by using multiple subwoofers playing the same signal from different locations in the room.
If you are not using the second set of balanced SUB2 and CENTER2 outputs, they can be reassigned as
ZONE2 L/R outputs to ensure noise rejection if the ZONE2 amplifier has balanced input and it’s at a distance
from the processor (see section 3.9).
If you’re using one rear channel, use the Rear-L output to connect it (see section 3.3).
Shown below are the analog audio RECORD outputs which connect to the audio inputs of recording devices,
together with the outputs that connect to amplifiers for ZONE2 and ZONE3:
Why am I not getting sound in ZONE2, ZONE3, or RECORD?
For ZONE2, ZONE3, and RECORD to have any output, the source components being used there must be
connected to the processor with the same type of connection. For example, if a source is connected via
HDMI, there won’t be output in ZONE2 unless you make additional connections from the source to the
processor – analog L/R for audio, and Component, S-Video, or Composite video – whichever type the
display in ZONE2 uses.
The only exception is when using Copy mode for audio – see section 4.3.
MAIN AUDIO-OUT (BALANCED)
SUB 2
MAIN AUDIO-OUT

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2.3 FM AM ANTENNAS
To connect the AM loop antenna, press the spring-loaded tabs of the
AM ANTENNA connector and insert the bare ends of the two wires.
Move the antenna until best reception is found.
To connect the FM antenna, connect the two wires to the screw terminals of the
75-ohm to 300-ohm adapter, then connect the adapter to the FM ANTENNA
connector. Move the antenna until best reception is found – this is usually a “T”
formation. If your cable company provides FM service, you can connect the cable
to the processor.
2.4 12 VOLT TRIGGERS
If your other components have provisions for a trigger, you can have them turn on
and off together with the processor, or when a specified source is selected.
Connect a trigger output from the processor to the trigger input of your power
amplifier, display, etc., using a cable with 3.5mm mono mini plugs.
The processor provides flexible trigger options. From the factory, all the triggers are disabled. Through the
setup menu, you can specify the conditions for enabling triggers (see section 3.11).
2.5 POWERED IR (INFRA RED) RECEIVERS
External IR receivers allow the remote control to be used from other locations in
your home. Once an IR receiver is wired to another room, connect it to one of the
three IR RECEIVER inputs through the removable terminal block. To use the
terminal block, remove it from the processor, loosen the proper screw, insert the
wire in the slot, tighten the screw onto the wire, and insert the terminal block into
the processor. See section 3.11 for Setup information.
In addition, there is no need for an external 12V supply to power the receivers –
use the processor’s built-in supply instead for up to three IR receivers and
connect according to the IR receiver manufacturer’s instructions.
Custom Installers: The processor’s IR inputs sense modulated 38 kHz carrier, not demodulated data.
With some control systems, an emitter face-to-face with an IR receiver may be needed.
2.6 IR (INFRA RED) EMITTERS
IR emitters allow control of your source components from any location in your
home that has an IR receiver connected to the processor. After positioning the IR
emitter according to its instructions, connect it to IR EMITTER output. Commands
through the rear IR RECEIVER are re-transmitted through the IR emitters.
2.7 POWER
To connect power, use the supplied double-insulated power cord then turn on the rear panel AC switch.
75-ohm to 300-ohm adapter

120V60Hz
170W MAX
EXPANSION PORT
SHOCK HAZARD
DO NOT OPEN.
RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
MAIN AUDIO-OUT (BALANCED)
SUB 2
MAIN AUDIO-OUT
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Example 1: DVD Player to processor to main display
HDTV receivers are connected the same way as DVD players.
2. CONNECTIONS continued …
DVD
Connect if using
digital REC-OUT or
if source’s video
output is DVI
HDMI IN
COAX
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
HDMI
OUT
YPbPr OUT
Connect for
MAIN
Connect if
using
ZONE2/3 or
REC
Connect if
using ZONE2
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