Eltax AVR-280 User manual

AVR-280
AV-RECEIVER
AVR-280 HOME THEATRE RECEIVER
R
MODE DSP INPUT BALANCE TUNING BAND
VOLUME/TUNING
POWER
Instruction manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of contents 01
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
Important safety instructions 02
EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES
Accessories 03
REMOTE CONTROL
Installation of batteries 04
Using the remote control 04
Remote control functions 05
FRONT PANEL AND CONNECTIONS
Front panel 06
Connections 06
SYSTEM SETUP
Outline of audio-video connections 07
Connection through SCART cable 07
Connection through analogue audio/video cable 08
Connection through digital audio/video cable 09
Connection of loudspeakers 09
Loudspeaker arrangement 10
Installation of AM antenna 11
Connection of AM antenna 11
Installation and connection of FM indoor-
antenna 12
FM cable connection 12
Connection to the mains supply 13
OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
ON and OFF, STANDBY 14
Selection of input source 14
Loudspeaker setup 15
DSP, Mode, Mute and Bass Boost 15
Selection of input signal 16
Use of radio (tuner) 16
Manual and automatic tuning 17
Storing of radio stations 17
Selection of station and RDS 17
Selection of digital optical/coaxial inputs 18
Selection of analogue AUX 1 / AUX 2 inputs 18
TV selection 18
TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data 19
Batteries 19
TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting 20

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Congratulations on your new AV receiver. Please read this manual carefully to avoid malfunction and
damage to the receiver and to ensure that the receiver will be a source of great pleasure to you for a very
long time.
1. Do not expose the receiver to direct sunlight,
high humidity, dirt, heavy vibration or extreme
temperatures.
2. Place the unit on a solid and plane surface.
3. Make sure that there is sufficient ventilation
around the receiver. Do not place the unit on a
soft surface such as a carpet. Make sure that
there is a clearance of 20 cm behind the unit.
4. Do not open the cabinet. Only qualified
technicians are allowed clean the internal parts.
5. Make sure that liquid and foreign matter cannot
penetrate the unit.
6. If service or repair is required, this must be
carried out by qualified technicians.
7. Unplug the unit in the following cases:
A.The mains plug or the mains cable is
defective.
B.Foreign matter or liquid has penetrated the
receiver.
C. The unit cannot be operated properly.
D.The unit has fallen down or the cabinet has
been damaged.
8. Store this instruction manual carefully for future
reference.
9. Use a duster or a slightly damp, soft and non-
fluffy rag to clean the receiver.
10.Do not use corrosive or strong cleaning agents.
Make sure that no moisture penetrates the
receiver during cleaning. Unplug the unit before
cleaning.
11. The fuse of the unit is accessible to the user but
shall only be replaced by qualified technicians if
required.
12.Check that the mains voltage indicated on the
back of the receiver corresponds to the mains
voltage that the unit is connected to.
13.Read the instructions under "Troubleshooting"
before handing in the receiver for repair.
14.Unplug the unit if the receiver is not to be used
for a long time.
Disclaimer
Despite extensive efforts we cannot guarantee that
the technical data indicated are correct, complete
and updated. We reserve the right to make
technical changes without notice.
Please read these safety instructions carefully before you start using the receiver!
Important safety instructions

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EQUIPMENTAND ACCESSORIES
Tilbehør
1 x AVR-280 Receiver
1 x AVR-280 Remote control
2 x Batteries
1 x FM-Antenna
1 x AM-Loop antenna
1 x Scart-Cable
1 x Instuctions manual
This instruction manual describes everything you need to know about your Eltax Surround Sound amplifier.
Please read this manual carefully before you start using the receiver!
AVR-280 HOME THEATRERECEIVER
R
MODE DSP INPUT BALANCE TUNING BAND
VOLUME/TUNING
POWER
STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITALDVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -
AVR-280
AV-RECEIVER
AVR-280HOMETHEATRE RECEIVER
R
MODE DSP INPUT BALANCE TUNING BAND
VOLUME/TUNING
POWER
Instruction manual

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REMOTE CONTROL
Installation of batteries
Remove the cover as illustrated.
Insert two batteries of the type
AAA/R03/UM4. Make sure that the
terminals correspond to the symbols
shown (see bottom).
Replace the cover.
Do not mix new and old batteries, and do not use different types of batteries.
If the remote control is not used for prolonged periods, remove the batteries from the remote control
to prevent corrosion.
Using the remote control
Aim the remote control at the sensor on the receiver's
front panel. When the remote control signal is
received, the receiver will respond accordingly. The
remote control works within a range of about 6m.
Do not expose the unit to strong sources of light. This may disable the use of the remote control.
Do not use other remote controls near the unit. This may cause a malfunction.
Do not place any objects on the remote control as the batteries may be discharged if a key is depressed
continuously.
Do not place large objects between the remote control and the receiver.
Do not place the receiver behind tinted glass. This will reduce the range of the remote control.
AVR-280 HOME THEATRE RECEIVER
R
MODE DSP INPUT BALANCE TUNING BAND
VOLUME/TUNING
POWER
Infrared-
Sensor
STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITALDVD/SAT
AUX1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR+
PR-
TUNING -

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REMOTE CONTROL
Standby
Digital Optical Input
Digital Coaxial Input
AUX 1
TV
RDS
Band (FM/AM)
DSP mode
SPK mode (Speaker mode)
Balance
Center delay +
Center delay -
Tuning up
Tuning mode
Preset -
Tuning down
Mute
Volume decrease
AUX 2
Tuner
Memory
Mono/Stereo (FM)
Night (Dynamic Compression)
Test
Mode [Stereo/PL II Musik/ PL II Movie, DTS/
Dolby Digital]
Surround delay +
Surround delay -
Preset +
Bass Boost
Volume increase
Remote control functions
Some of the AV receiver's functions can only be performed by means of the remote control. Some functions
are connected with the signal input source selected. Some keys on the remote control thus may not be
available if the corresponding signal input source has not been selected.
STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
1
DIGITAL DVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
2
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -

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FRONT PANELAND CONNECTIONS
Front panel
Connections
POWER On/Off
Standby LED
Remotecontrol sensor
Display
Mode (Dolby Digital, DTS, PL II
Movie, PL II Music, Stereo)
DSP Program
Input
Balance
Tuning
Band
Multijog
FM Antenna input
AM Antenna input
Optical input
Composite video input (for optical in)
Coaxial input
Composite video input (for coaxial in)
AUX 1 analog input
AUX 2 analog input
Active subwoofer output
SCART input/output
6 x speaker output
Fuse
Main power
SPEAKER OUTPUT TERMINAL
SR SW SL SR CEN. FL
FUSE T 1A
R
220-240V
~50/60Hz
220-240V
~50/60Hz
ITEM NR.:
AV RECEIVER
220-240V~ 50/60Hz
AVR-280
11040.01
200W MAX
OPT. VIDEO COAX VIDEO
AUX 1 AUX 2 SUB SCART IN/OUT
DIGITAL DIGITAL
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SYSTEM SETUP
The receiver shall not be connected to the mains supply before all other system connections have been
made.
Outline of audio/video connections
The receiver is provided with two analogue and two digital audio/video inputs.
A video or digital camera may e.g. be connected through the analogue audio/video inputs.
The DVD player is connected through the digital inputs (optical or coaxial).
The video signal is transmitted to the television set through the SCART connection.
It is also possible to transmit the audio signal from the television set to the receiver through the SCART
connection. This will allow you to watch films with Dolby Surround sound if the films are coded.
SPEAKER OUTPUT TERMINAL
SR SW SL SR CEN. FL
FUSE T 1A
R
220-240V
~50/60Hz
220-240V
~50/60Hz
ITEM NR.:
AV RECEIVER
220-240V~ 50/60Hz
AVR-280
11040.01
200W MAX
OPT. VIDEO COAX VIDEO
AUX 1 AUX 2 SUB SCART IN/OUT
DIGITAL DIGITAL
Digital Audio/Video in
FM/AM antenna input Analog Audio/video input
Active subwoofer output SCART input/output
Speaker connections
Connection through SCART cable
The Composite video (CVBS) and audio signals (stereo) are available at the television set's SCART output.
This means that you can use the SCART cable to quickly set up an operational system that can reproduce
the television set's audio signals through the receiver.
SCART cable
Some television sets are provided with two SCART connections! Make sure that you pick the SCART
connection marked IN/OUT! If in doubt, please read the manual provided with your television set.
Make sure that you use a fully mounted SCART cable to ensure that the receiver is fully utilised.
SPEAKER OUTPUT TERMINAL
SR SW SL SR CEN. FL
FUSE T 1A
R
220-240V
~50/60Hz
220-240V
~50/60Hz
ITEM NR.:
AV RECEIVER
220-240V~ 50/60Hz
AVR-280
11040.01
200W MAX
OPT. VIDEO COAX VIDEO
AUX 1 AUX 2 SUB SCART IN/OUT
DIGITAL 1 DIGITAL
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SPEAKER OUTPUT TERMINAL
SR SW SL SR CEN. FL
FUSE T 1A
R
220-240V
~50/60Hz
220-240V
~50/60Hz
ITEM NR.:
AV RECEIVER
220-240V~ 50/60Hz
AVR-280
11040.01
200W MAX
OPT. VIDEO COAX VIDEO
AUX 1 AUX 2 SUB SCART IN/OUT
DIGITAL 1 DIGITAL 2
SPEAKER OUTPUT TERMINAL
SR SW SL SR CEN. FL
FUSE T 1A
R
220-240V
~50/60Hz
220-240V
~50/60Hz
ITEM NR.:
AV RECEIVER
220-240V~ 50/60Hz
AVR-280
11040.01
200W MAX
OPT. VIDEO COAX VIDEO
AUX 1 AUX 2 SUB SCART IN/OUT
DIGITAL 1 DIGITAL 2
VHS
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SYSTEM SETUP
Connection through analogue audio/video cable
The audio/video jacks of the video camera are connected to the ELTAX AV receiver through an audio/video
cable. As you wish to see the film through your television set, the camera must also be connected to the
television set. Use the SCART cable for this purpose (see illustration). For simplicity, the individual
conductors have been marked by different colours.
3 X RCA audio video cable
SCART Cable
Digital Camera
SCART Cable
Minidisc- or Mp3-player
Stereo camcorder
The audio/video jacks of the digital camera are connected to the ELTAX AV receiver through an audio/video
cable. As you wish to see the film through your television set, the camera must also be connected to the
television set. Use the SCART cable for this purpose (see illustration). For simplicity, the individual
conductors have been marked by different colours.
The audio/video cables used in the illustration may deviate a little from camera to camera! If in doubt, please
read the manual provided with your video camera/digital camera.
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SPEAKER OUTPUT TERMINAL
SR SW SL SR CEN. FL
FUSE T 1A
R
220-240V
~50/60Hz
220-240V
~50/60Hz
ITEM NR.:
AV RECEIVER
220-240V~ 50/60Hz
AVR-280
11040.01
200W MAX
OPT. VIDEO COAX VIDEO
AUX 1 AUX 2 SUB SCART IN/OUT
DIGITAL 1 DIGITAL 2
SPEAKER OUTPUT TERMINAL
SR SW SL SR CEN. FL
FUSE T 1A
R
220-240V
~50/60Hz
220-240V
~50/60Hz
ITEM NR.:
AV RECEIVER
220-240V~ 50/60Hz
AVR-280
11040.01
200W MAX
OPT. VIDEO COAX VIDEO
AUX 1 AUX 2 SUB SCART IN/OUT
DIGITAL 1 DIGITAL 2
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SYSTEM SETUP
Active Subwoofer
Output
Connection through digital audio/video cable
The DVD player's coaxial or optical digital output must be connected with the corresponding digital input on
the AV receiver (OPT/COAX). Make sure always to use the corresponding video input! Switch to the
corresponding signal source by means of the INPUT key.
Video cable
Coaxial cable DVD-Player
Optical cable
Digital satelite receiver
Most DVD players with digital outputs are factory-set at the PCM data format.
Make sure that the DVD player has the same configuration under Setup.
The video signal may also be transmitted directly from the DVD player to the television set.
Connection of loudspeakers
Remove about 15 mm of the cable
insulation.
Twist the strands carefully.
Open the terminals by pressing the small
button.
Insert the bare twisted cable ends into the
openings. Release the button again.
Follow the same procedure to
connect the individual speaker
outputs with the corresponding
loudspeakers. Make sure that the
polarity is correct. The red terminal of
the receiver should always be
connected to the marked conductor
of the connecting cable and the black
terminal to the non-marked
conductor.
An active subwoofer can be connected through Subwoofer (SUB)!
To avoid damage to electronic equipment, it must be
checked that the two poles of the speaker cable are
not in contact with each other.

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SYSTEM SETUP
Loudspeaker arrangement
Before connecting the loudspeakers, these should be positioned correctly. Correct positioning is crucial to
ensure optimal sound. The optimal location depends on the characteristics of the room and the walls. The
illustration below shows an example of a speaker arrangement.
1. Listening position
2. Right front speaker
3. TV
4. Centre speaker
5. Left front speaker
6. Subwoofer
7. Right surround speaker
8. Left surround speaker
The front and centre speakers should be placed in ear height. The rear speakers should be placed a little
above ear height. The subwoofer can be placed anywhere in the room. If the subwoofer is placed in a corner
of the room, its performance will improve. The subwoofer should not be placed too close to the television set
to avoid magnetic disturbance.

Connect the two loop antenna wires to the inputs markedAM (see illustration).
Press the corresponding button (1), insert the bare cable end into the opening
(2) and release the button again.
SPEAKER OUTPUT TERMINAL
SR SW SL SR CEN. FL
FUSE T 1A
R
220-240V
~50/60Hz
220-240V
~50/60Hz
ITEM NR.:
AV RECEIVER
220-240V~ 50/60Hz
AVR-280
11040.01
200W MAX
OPT. VIDEO COAX VIDEO
AUX 1 AUX 2 SUB SCART IN/OUT
DIGITAL DIGITAL
11
SYSTEM SETUP
Installation of AM antenna
Install theAM antenna by mounting it on the fixing device (see
illustration).
Place the antenna in the position where the best signal is
received, as far away from the system, the television set and
the cables as possible. If the signal quality is not satisfactory,
an outdoor antenna may be required.
Connection of AM antenna

SPEAKER OUTPUT TERMINAL
SR SW SL SR CEN. FL
FUSE T 1A
R
220-240V
~50/60Hz
220-240V
~50/60Hz
ITEM NR.:
AV RECEIVER
220-240V~ 50/60Hz
AVR-280
11040.01
200W MAX
OPT. VIDEO COAX VIDEO
AUX 1 AUX 2 SUB SCART IN/OUT
DIGITAL DIGITAL
SPEAKER OUTPUT TERMINAL
SR SW SL SR CEN. FL
FUSE T 1A
R
220-240V
~50/60Hz
220-240V
~50/60Hz
ITEM NR.:
AV RECEIVER
220-240V~ 50/60Hz
AVR-280
11040.01
200W MAX
OPT. VIDEO COAX VIDEO
AUX 1 AUX 2 SUB SCART IN/OUT
DIGITAL DIGITAL
12
SYSTEM SETUP
Installation and connection of FM antenna
Connect the FM indoor antenna to the antenna connection marked FM 75. For this
purpose, place the cable shoe on the pin in the middle of the connecting bush.
Tune in to a station and place the antenna in the position where the best and clearest
signal is received. If the signal quality is not satisfactory, an outdoor antenna may be
required.
FM cable connection
If you have cable television, the cable network radio connection may also be connected to this bushing.
Use a 75 Ohm antenna cable for this purpose.
75 Ohm Antenna cable

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SYSTEM SETUP
Connection to the mains supply
SPEAKER OUTPUT TERMINAL
SR SW SL SR CEN. FL
FUSE T 1A
R
220-240V
~50/60Hz
220-240V
~50/60Hz
ITEM NR.:
AV RECEIVER
220-240V~ 50/60Hz
AVR-280
11040.01
200W MAX
OPT. VIDEO COAX VIDEO
AUX 1 AUX 2 SUB SCART IN/OUT
DIGITAL DIGITAL
Do not connect the receiver to the mains supply before all system
connections have been made correctly.
Check that all connections have been made correctly before connecting the
receiver to the mains supply.
Check that the mains voltage is 220-240V~50/60Hz before connecting the
receiver to the mains supply.
Connection to the mains supply
Before inserting the power plug into the socket it should be checked that all other system connections are
correct and safe.
Insert the power plug into a suitable socket.
If the receiver is to be used abroad, you may need an adapter.

AVR-280 HOME THEATRE RECEIVER
R
MODE DSP INPUT BALANCE TUNING BAND
VOLUME/TUNING
POWER
STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITAL DVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -
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1
3
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OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
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Switch on the receiver through the mains switch.
Press the STANDBY key of the remote control to switch to standby mode.
The display is switched off and all functions are reduced to a minimum.
Thus the power consumption of the receiver is reduced to a minimum. In
standby mode the receiver only responds to the STANDBY key of the
remote control.
To completely switch off the receiver and prevent any power consumption,
the receiver must be switched off through the mains switch.
Consider the environment and switch off the unit after use.
Selection of input source
Switch on the AV receiver and the television set, if desired.
Select the corresponding audio/video input on the television set.
Now you can call the currently active input source. Select tuner to listen to the
radio, AUX 1 or AUX 2 if an analogue device has been connected, or Optical or
Coaxial in connection with a digital signal from a DVD player or a digital satellite
receiver.
Select TV if you wish to hear a television broadcast through the receiver.
Some television sets require a special setting on the television set to ensure correct use of the SCART
channel.
If in doubt, please read the manual provided with your television set.
On and Off, standby

STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITAL DVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -
2
1
3
AVR-280 HOME THEATRE RECEIVER
R
MODE DSP INPUT BALANCE TUNING BAND
VOLUME/TUNING
POWER
5
5
2
1
3
4
STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITAL DVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -
STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITAL DVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -
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3
1
4
2
3
1
4
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OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
Loudspeaker setup
Press the VOL+ key to increase the volume, press
the VOL- key to decrease the volume.
Turn Multijog to the right to increase the volume and
to the left to decrease the volume
Press the BALANCE key repeatedly and then the
VOL+/- keys to adjust the volume for all channels.
This way you control the balance of the front
speakers and the volume of the centre speaker,
subwoofer and rear speakers.
Press the BALANCE key on the front panel
repeatedly and then turn Multijog (2) to adjust the
volume for all channels. This way you control the
balance of the front speakers and the volume of
centre speaker, subwoofer and rear speakers.
Press the SPK MODE key until "SPK CON I"* or
"SPK CON II"* is displayed. This menu will also
appear if you press the BALANCE key repeatedly.
Select the settings by means of Multijog (2).
* SPK CON I: This option should be selected if the
system speakers are powerful enough to reproduce
the entire frequency range.
* SPK CON II: This option should be selected if the
corresponding speakers are not powerful enough to
reproduce the lower frequencies of the audio signal. If
so, channel frequencies below 180 Hz are led to the
subwoofer.
DSP, Mode, Mute and Bass Boost
Press the MODE key on the remote control or on the
receiver to switch between stereo, ProLogic II-Movie
and ProLogic II-Music. DTS and Dolby Digital can
also be selected in connection with the digital inputs.
Press the DSP MODE key to switch between various
preset equaliser modes. The DSP MODE key is also
available on the receiver.
Press the MUTE key to make all speakers silent. This
is an advantage for instance if the telephone rings.
Use the BASS BOOST key to switch the bass boost
on or off.

AVR-280 HOME THEATRE RECEIVER
R
MODE DSP INPUT BALANCE TUNING BAND
VOLUME/TUNING
POWER
AVR-280 HOME THEATRE RECEIVER
R
MODE DSP INPUT BALANCE TUNING BAND
VOLUME/TUNING
POWER
AVR-280 HOME THEATRE RECEIVER
R
MODE DSP INPUT BALANCE TUNING BAND
VOLUME/TUNING
POWER
STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITAL DVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -
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OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
Selection of input signal
Use of radio (tuner)
Press the DIGITAL OPT/DIGITAL
COAX/TUNER/AUX1/AUX2/TV key to select the
corresponding input.
Press the INPUT key on the front panel repeatedly to
switch between the following inputs: DIGITAL
OPT/DIGITAL COAX/TUNER/AUX1/AUX2/TV.
1 + 2. Press the TUNER key on the remote control or
the INPUT key on the receiver to select tuner.
3 + 4. Press the BAND key on the remote control or on
the receiver to select AM or FM band.
If you have cable television, you should use the cable network radio connection for optimal radio reception.
Use a 75 Ohm antenna cable for this purpose (see page 12).
STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITAL DVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -
STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITAL DVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -

STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITAL DVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -
STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITAL DVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -
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OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
Press the TUNING key to switch between "TUN
STEP" (manual) and "TUN SCAN" (automatic).
Press either the TUNING UP key or the TUNING
DOWN key to start searching.
The search function may also be activated directly
from the front panel. Press the TUNING key and start
searching by means of the Multijog.
Manual and automatic tuning
Storing of radio stations
1 + 2. To store a radio station, press the MEMORY key
and then the PR+/- keys to select a place to store the
station and then press the MEMORY key again to
store the station.
Selection of station and RDS
Press the PR+/- keys to select a stored station.
Press the RDS key to activate the RDS function.
Press the RDS key repeatedly to switch between
"SCAN PS", "SCAN PTY" and "SCAN TP".
RDS SCAN PS: the name of the programme (name of station)
RDS SCAN PTY: programme type registration (genre)
RDS SCAN TP: traffic radio registration (travel news)
STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITAL DVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -

STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITAL DVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -
STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITAL DVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -
STANDBY
MUTE
AVR-280
VOLUME
TUNING +
COAX
DIGITAL DVD/SAT
AUX 1 AUX 2 TUNER
RDS
TV
R
MEMORY
DELAY
DSP
MODE
SPK
MODE
MODE
TEST
BASS
BOOST
BALANCE
NIGHT
DELAY
++++
--
MONO
BAND
CENTER REAR
OPT
AUTO
MANUAL
PR +
PR -
TUNING -
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OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS
Press the DIGITAL OPT/DIGITAL COAX keys to
activate the digital inputs. Check that the Setup (digital
output) of the peripheral devices are set at RAW and
bitstream respectively.
Depending on the size of the room, the speakers may
be configured through CENTRE DELAY and
SURROUND DELAY.
Selection is also possible through the front panel by
pressing the INPUT key repeatedly.
Digital 1: Optical digital input
Digital 2: Coaxial digital input
Centre delay: The centre channel is delayed if the front speakers are placed very far apart!
Surround delay: Depending on the listening position the surround channels should be reduced or increased.
The distance from the listening position to all the individual speakers should be the same.
Night: Press this key for dynamic compression of the DTS or Dolby Digital sound. This can be used to
reduce strong dynamic peaks. The difference between the murmur of a river and a bomb explosion is
reduced.
Selection of digital optical / coaxial inputs
Selection of analogue AUX 1 / AUX 2 inputs
TV selection
Press the AUX 1/ AUX 2 keys to activate the analogue
inputs.
Selection is also possible through the front panel by
pressing the INPUT key repeatedly.
Press the TV key to activate the analogue SCART
input/output.
Selection is also possible through the front panel by
pressing the INPUT key repeatedly.

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TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data
Frequency respons 20-20.000Hz
S/N >105dB
THD <0.1%
Digital inputs Optical and coaxial
Analog input RCA
Video input RCA
Power 220-240V~50/60Hz
Power consumption 200W
Music power 5 x 50W + 1 x 75W
Measures 430 x 58 x 330mm
Weight ca. 6kg.
We reserve the right to change the technical data and design without notice as a result of further
development.