Denver DSS-400 User manual

Instruction Manual
Read this manual carefully to get the excellent acoustics from this unit.
DSS-400
Home Cinema System

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SAFETY INFORMATION
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 EN-
CLOSURE 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 MAIN-
TENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERA-
TURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.
Safety PrecautionsSafety Precautions
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTIONCAUTION
!!
!!
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

Caution: Please read carefully all the following important safe-
guards to ensure safe operation.
Caution: Please read carefully all the following important safe-
guards to ensure safe operation.
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.
3. Follow Instructions - All operating instructions should be followed.
4. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the opera-
ting instructions should be adhered to.
5. Power Source - The appliance should be connected to a power
supply only of the type specified in the operating instructions or
as marked on the appliance.
6. 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, pay particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
appliance.
7. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near water
(for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub,
in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.)
8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location
or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. Do not
use the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may
block the ventilation openings.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS SPECIFICATIONS
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1. PowerSupply.........................................................AC230V/50Hz
2. Power Consumption............................................................180W
11. THD (1kHz,1W)..................................................................£0.5%
7. Subwoofer Power Output Single a Test (MAX)...................50W
8. FrontSpeakerPowerOutput()..............15Wx2Single a Test MAX
9. CentreSpeakerPowerOutput( )............15WSingle a Test MAX
10. Surround SpeakerPowerOutput()...........................15Wx2MAX
5. Speaker Impedance............................................................8 Ohm
6. S/N (A weight)....................................................................³70dB
12. Bass (100Hz)....................................................................³6dB
13. Treble (10kHz)................................................................... 6dB³
15. L/R Separation (1kHz).......................................................³30dB
16. L/R Balance (Stereo)........................................................ 1.5dB
14. Frequency Response .................................45Hz~20kHz 5dB
3. Input Sensitivity (Subwoofer).................................60mV 20mV
4. Input Sensitivity (Surround)...................................300mV 50mV

9. Heat - Keep the appliance away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
10. Non usege Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be un-
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of
time.
11. Damage requiring service - The appliance should be serviced by
qualified service personnel when:
a/ The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
b/ Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the appliance;
or
c/ The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
d/ The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits
a marked change in performance; or
e/ The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
12. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance
beyond that specified in the operating instructions. All other ser-
vicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
13. Clean only with dry cloth.
14. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult and electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
15. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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5. SURROUND SPEAKER SILENT
(1) Check whether the system is connected correctly with the
Surround speaker.
(2) Check whether the system is connected correctly with the audio
source.
(3) Check whether 2.1CH is selected as audio output.
(4) Check whether 3.1CH is selected as audio output.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
To improve the effect of the system, please note the following when
you connect the DVD player as the audio input.
1. When 5.1 channel audio input is selected, the DVD player should
be set as multi-channel and choose the proper Disc format.
2. This speaker system is 5.1 channel satellite speaker system, so in
the speaker setting (in DVD menu) for the DVD player, the front,
centre and surround speakers should be set as small, and set thesmall
subwoofer at on status to allow it.on
If the detailed instruction about DVD player setting is required, please
read the instruction manual carefully.
SUPPLEMENT

2. Remote Sensor.
6. Standby: Mute and Standby Indicator.
8. Volume +: Volume Up.
7. Input Button.
5. Volume -: Volume Down.
3. Surround: Surround Sound Decoder.
4. Standby: Power Standby.
1. LED Display.
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FRONT PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS TROUBLE SHOOTING
1. NO OUTPUT
(1) Check whether the system is connected correctly.
(2 ) Check whether the Volume is set at minimum. Adjust it accordingly.
(3) Check whether the Audio Input is in PLAY mode.
4. CENTRE SPEAKER SILENT
(1) Check whether the system is connected correctly with the Centre
speaker.
(2) Check whether the system is connected correctly with the audio
source.
(3) Check whether 2.1CH is selected as audio output.
3. FRONT RIGHT SPEAKER SILENT
(1) Check whether the system is connected correctly with the Front
Right speaker.
(2) Check whether the Balance function is switched off. Adjust it
accordingly.
(3) Check whether the system is connected correctly with the audio
source.
2. FRONT LEFT SPEAKER SILENT
(1) Check whether the system is connected correctly with the Front
Left speaker.
(2) Check whether the Balance function is switched off. Adjust it
accordingly.
(3) Check whether the system is connected correctly with the audio
source.
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3
4
5
6
7
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Standby
Surround Input
Standby
- Volume +
Sensor
888

ON
OFF
POWER
FUSE
250V/T2.5A
AC~230V/50Hz
SERIAL NO:
LSL FL
SR
RFR C
W
AUX 5.1CH INPUT
CSL SR
OUTPUT
+
-
FR FL
CAUTION
!!
RISKOF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DONOT OPEN
POWERSOURCE:AC~230V/50Hz
MODELNO.:DSS-400
POWER CONSUMPTION:180W
5.1 Channel Cinema System
REAR PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
11. Stereo Right Audio Input.
10. Stereo Left Audio Input.
12. 5.1CH Centre Audio Input.
OPERATING INSTRUCTION - MAIN UNIT
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9. 5.1CH Subwoofer Audio Input.
14. AC Power Cord.
13. Speaker Output.
FR: Front Right Speaker Ouput.
FL: Front Left Speaker Output.
C: Centre Speaker Output.
SL: Surround Left Speaker Output.
SR: Surround Right Speaker Output.
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K. MUTE Selection
1. Press the MUTE button (31) on the remote controller once to
keep the performance silent.
2. MUTE indicator (6) on the front panel will then light up and
flash.
3. Press it again to resume the performance.
2. Press INPUT button (23) on the remote controller to shift the
status from audio input to 5.1 channel input (the LED display
shows 6CH).""
the LED display
shows 6CH""
3. Adjust all output settings including VOLUME, BASS, TREBLE
(if necessary) now to enjoy the wonderful and tremendous Home
Theatre effects.
M. PRESET Selection
Press on PRESET button (32) on the remote controller will reset
all settings including BALANCE, CENTRE Speaker output, SUR-
ROUND Speaker output to 0dB status preset by the manufacturer.
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18
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19. Power On/Off Switch.
20. Fuse.
15. 5.1CH Surround Left Audio Input.
17. 5.1CH Front Right Audio Input.
16. .5.1CH Front Left Audio Input
18. .5.1CH Surround Right Audio Input
REAR PANEL - CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTION - MAIN UNIT
Note: The above effects are only available at the status of 2.1 (the LED
display shows 2CH). When the unit is in the status of 5.1 (the
LED display shows 6CH), SURROUND do not have the effects.
Note: The above effects are only available at the status of 2.1 (the LED
display shows 2CH). When the unit is in the status of 5.1 (the
LED display shows 6CH), SURROUND do not have the effects.
H. SURROUND LEFT SPEAKER Selection
1. Press SL + button (25) on the remote controller to maximize
the Surround Left Speaker output.
2. Press SL - button (27) on the remote controller to minimize the
Rear Surround Speaker output.
G. CENTRE SPEAKER Selection
1. Press C + button (26) on the remote controller to maximize the
Centre Speaker output.
2. Press C - button (36) on the remote controller to minimize the
Centre Speaker output.
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I. SURROUND RIGHT SPEAKER Selection
1. Press SR + button (34) on the remote controller to maximize
the Surround Right Speaker output.
2. Press SR - button (35) on the remote controller to minimize the
Surround Right Speaker output.
J. 5.1 CHANNELS INPUT Selection
1. Connect the system properly. 5.1 Channels audio output must
comply with 5.1 Channels audio input. (Note: AC-3/dts will
decode 5.1 Channels output.)
Note:
SETTING UP THE ALUMINIUM DIE-CASTING SPEAKERS
Remove the base, aluminium speakers, screws, and rubber feet
from the packaging. Now you can set it up as follows:
1. Place the base at the bottom of the speaker pole, insert and
tighten the screws to secure the base to the speaker.

ON
OFF
POWER
FUSE
250V/T2.5A
AC~230V/50Hz
SERIAL NO:
LSL FL
SR
RFR C
W
AUX 5.1CH INPUT
CSL SR
OUTPUT
+
-
FR FL
CAUTION
!!
RISKOF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DONOT OPEN
POWERSOURCE:AC~230V/50Hz
MODELNO.:DSS-400
POWER CONSUMPTION:180W
5.1 Channel Cinema System
Video Out
Subwoofer
To Stereo Output
(Optional)
Video In
TV
Woofer Rear-L
Rear-R
Front-L
Front-R
Center
Optical
Audio Out
Rear-R
Center
Woofer Rear-L Front-L
Coaxial Front-R
Video Out
Scart out
Video S-Video UVY
Manufacturedunder license from Dolby Laboratories.
"Doldy","DolbyDigital", and the double-D symbol are
trademarksof Dolby Laboratories. Confidential
UnpublishedWorks.
@1992-1997Dolby Laboratories, Inc.
Allrights reserved.
ApparatusClaims of U.S. Patent Nos.
4,631,603;4,577,216;4,819,098 and 4,907,093
licensedfor limited viewing uses only.
RISKOF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DONOT OPEN
WARNING !!
AC100V~240V
50/60Hz
DVD Player
TV
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OPERATING INSTRUCTION - MAIN UNIT
F. SURROUND DECODER Selection
1. Connect and place Centre and Surround speakers properly.
2. Press the SURROUND button (3) on the front panel of the main
unit or button (22) on the remote controller to select Surround
Decoder for Home Theatre system effects.
A. Press SURROUND button, the LED display will show 2CH
the unit is in 2.1 status.
"",
B. Press again SURROUND button, the LED display will show
3 .1, the unit is in 3.1 status. Surround speakers output are
off.
"" Surround speakers output are
off.
C. Press continuously the SURROUND button three times, the
LED display shows "5.1", the unit is in 5.1 status.
E. BALANCE Selection
1. Press the BALANCE L button (24) on the remote controller to
minimize the Left speaker output.
2. Press the BALANCE R button (33) on the remote controller to
minimize the Right speaker output.
D. TREBLE Selection
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SYSTEM CONNECTION INSTRUCTION
1. To increase treble level, press TREBLE + button (37) on the
remote controller, the LED will show 1 t o 10 d B. 1 0 d B
expresses treble is at the maximum level.
"" "" ""
2. To reduce treble level, press TREBLE - button (38) on the
remote controller, the LED will show -1 t o 10 d B. 10 d B
expresses treble is at the minimum level.
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SYSTEM CONNECTION INSTRUCTION OPERATING INSTRUCTION - MAIN UNIT
A. Switch On/Off the Product
1. Before turning on the system, please connect it according to
the System Connection Instruction.
2. Connect AC power supply with this product.
(Caution: Power source must be consistent with this product.)(Caution: Power source must be consistent with this product.)
3. Press the Power switch button (19) on the Rear Panel of the
main unit to switch on the system, the Standby indicator will
light up. Press the Standby button (4) on the main unit to enter
the normal status.
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Use the SPEAKER OUTPUT jacks on the rear panel of main unit to
connect to the satellite speakers.
(Connection example)(Connection example)
Note: Be sure to match the speaker cord to the appropriate jacks on
components: "+ to + , and - to - .
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Satellite speaker
CSL SR
OUTPUT
FR FL
B. VOLUME Selection
1. To increase the volume level, press the VOLUME + button (8)
on the front panel of the main unit or VOLUME + button (29)
on the remote controller, the LED will show -50 t o 0 d B, 0
dB expresses the volume is at the maximum level.
" " "" ""
2. To reduce the volume level, press the VOLUME - button (5) on
the front panel of the main unit or VOLUME - button (39) on
the remote controller, the LED will show 0 t o 0 d B, 70
dB expresses the volume is at the minimum level.
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C. BASS Selection
1. To increase the bass level, press the BASS + button (28) on
the remote controller, the LED will show 1 t o 10 d B. The
maximum bass level is 10 d B.
"" " "
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2. To reduce the bass level, press the BASS - button (30) on the
remote controller, the LED will show -1 t o -10 d B. -1 0 d B
is the minimum bass level.
""""" "
Front Right Speaker

21. POWER: Power Standby.
22. SURROUND: Surround Decoder.
23. INPUT: Input Switch.
24. BALANCE L: Left Speaker Balance.
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5. To properly use the remote controller, please put its front emitter
right at the receiving lattice (remote sensor) of the main system.
6. The normal and effective distance for operating the system by the
remote controller is 7 meters within the system, and at 30 angle
left or right diverged away from the system.
OPERATING INSTRUCTION - REMOTE CONTROLLER
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22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
25. SL +: Surround Left Balance Output Up.
26. C +: Centre Output Up.
27. SL -: Surround Left Balance Output Down.
__________
TREBLE
__
++
BASS
__
++
VOLUME
__
++
SR
PRESET
MUTE
BALANCE
L
++
SL
SURROUND
R
++
C
INPUT
POWER
++

34. SR +: Surround Right Balance Output Up.
36. C -: Centre Output Down.
35. SR -: Surround Right Balance Output Down.
28. BASS +: Bass Output Up.
29. VOLUME +: Main Volume Up.
37. TREBLE +: Treble Output Up.
30. BASS -: Bass Output Down.
39. VOLUME -: Main Volume Down.
38. TREBLE -: Treble Output Down.
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1. Before using the remote controller, please insert correct type of
batteries into the battery compartment.
2. The remote controller uses 2x1.5V/AAA batteries.
3. Please insert the batteries as indicated below.
a/ Remove the battery compartment cover.
b/ Insert 2 batteries as per the polarities marked inside the battery
compartment.
c/ Replace the battery cover.
4. If the remote controller is of no function, please check the batteries
or change new batteries before consulting technical personnel.
OPERATING INSTRUCTION - REMOTE CONTROLLER
31. MUTE: Output Suspension.
32. PRESET: Location retrieval.
33. BALANCE R: Right Speaker Balance.