RCA Audio/Video Receiver User manual

owner’s manual
Audio/Video Receiver

2
introduction
DTS* (Digital Theater Systems) decoder equipped R— DTS is a digital sound system introduced
in theaters. Playback of DVD, LD, and CD recorded in DTS audio creates the environment of a theater or
the sensation of a concert hall in your home.
Dolby** Digital and Dolby Pro Logic — No need to worry about program formats! When playing Dolby
Digital or Dolby Pro Logic software in the 2(Dolby) mode, decoding switches automatically according to
the input signal. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy! (When connecting a DVD/LD player or LD
player using the 2RF (AC-3) output, a commercially available RF demodulator (RFD-1) is required.)
ADVANCED THEATER modes — Four sound modes that enhance DTS and Dolby audio performance
by simulating the environment of a movie theater (DRAMA, ACTION), or the ambience of a concert hall
(MUSICAL). With EXPANDED THEATER, you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic encoded software in simulated
Dolby Digital.
Various Surround Effects (DSP) — The DSP (Digital Signal Processing) surround mode allows you to
transform your living room into six different sonic environments when listening to music or watching
movies.
Midnight Listening Mode — When late night hours or other factors require that the volume be kept
low, the surround effects may tend to become less than satisfactory. When the midnight listening mode is
on, you can enjoy the effects of quality surround sound even at low volumes.
DVD 5.1 channel input — A special 5.1 Channel input makes the STAV-3880 fully compatible with
Dolby Digital decoders and DVD players with 5.1 channel outputs.
The Energy-saving Design — This unit is designed to use minimal electricity when power is switched
OFF (in Standby mode). Regarding the value of the power consumption in standby mode, refer to
“Specifications” on pages 44.
Remote Control of Other Components — The supplied remote control can be used to operate a
variety of other components simply by recalling the appropriate preset code. In addition, the multi-
operation functions allow you to perform a variety of operations automatically.
©1999 Tandy Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
Note to the Cable TV System Installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the
National Electrical Code that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies
that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point
of cable entry as practical.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
"Dolby", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished
works. © 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories.All rights reserved.
*“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Manufactured under licence from Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This receiver is made and tested to meet
exacting safety standards. It meets both
UL and FCC requirements and complies
with safety performance standards of the
US Department of Health and Human
Services.
Careful attention is devoted to quality standards in the
manufacture of your cassette deck, and safety is a major
factor in its design. However, safety is also your
responsibility.
This section lists important information that will help you
properly use and enjoy your cassette deck and accessories.
Read all the included safety and operating instructions
before using your cassette deck, follow them closely, and
retain them for future reference.
Heed Warnings — Follow all warnings on the product and
in the operating instructions.
Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not
use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Attachments — Do not use attachments/accessories not
recommended by the product manufacturer, as they might
create a hazard.
Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near
water (for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming
pool).
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for mounting, and use a recommended mounting
accessory.
Carts — Move the product on a cart carefully. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
product/cart to overturn.
Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet provide
ventilation, ensure reliable operation, and protect from
overheating. Do not block or cover these openings, and
do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface. Do not place the product in a built-in
bookcase or rack unless it provides proper ventilation as
specified by the manufacturer.
Power Sources — Operate this product using only the power source indicated
on its marking label. If you are not sure of your home’s power type, consult your
product dealer or local power company.
Polarization — This product is equipped with a polarized AC line plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit in the power outlet
only one way. This is a safety feature. If you cannot insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still doesn’t fit, contact your electrician
to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
plug. If you need an extension, use a polarized cord.
Power-Cord Protection — Route power-supply cords so they are not likely to
be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the product.
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 system. This will prevent
damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Objects and Liquids — Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts
that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the
product.
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.
Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the wall outlet and
refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
• 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 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 often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to normal operation.
• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
• When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions
may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Safety Check — Upon completion of service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in
proper operating condition.
Wall or Ceiling Mount — The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling
only as recommended by the manufacturer.
Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
THE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to
alert you to the presence of
dangerous voltage inside
the product that can cause
shock. Do not open the
product’s case.
This symbol is intended to
alert you to important oper-
ating and maintenance in-
structions in this owner’s
manual.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION

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Cautions
•To prevent electric shock do not use this
polarized plug with an extension cord, recep-
tacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be
fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
WHEN MAKING CABLE CONNECTIONS:
Be careful not to arrange cables in a manner that
bends the cables over the top of this unit as
shown in the illustration. If the cables are
brought over this unit, the magnetic field
produced by the transformers in this unit may
cause a humming noise to come from the
speakers.
LR
L
A
R
LR
RL
S
L
B
R
SURROUND
SPEAKERS FRONT
SPEAKERS
ACOUTLET
FRONT
SPEAKERS
PMC/
2
/ DTS
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL
OUT
TO
MONTOR
TV
TO
MONTOR
TV
VCR/
DVR
VCR/
DVR
CONTROL
IN AUX
CD
IN
IN IN OUT
OUT
CD-R
/TAPE
/MD SURROUND
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
SUB
WOOFER
PREOUT
IN
IN
IN
S
IN
S
IN
S
OUT
S
OUT
IN
IN
IN
TV/
SAT
TV/
SAT
DVD
/LD
DVD
/LD
CENTER
SPEAKERS
CENTER
PREOUT
COAX OPT1 OPT1 OPT
O
U
T
R
E
C
P
L
A
Y
OUT
FM
UNBAL
75Ω
AMLOOP
ANTENNA
FM
ANTENNA
DVD5.1 CH
INPUT
8 INCHES
RECEIVER
INSTALLING THE RECEIVER
Please note:
• Do not place objects directly on top of this
unit. This would prevent proper heat
dispersal.
• When installing in a rack, shelf, etc., be sure
to leave more than 8 inches of space above
the receiver.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Features............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the Receiver ................................................................................................................. 4
When Making Cable Connections: .............................................................................................. 4
Introductory Information ............................................................................................................ 6
Checking the Supplied Accessories ............................................................................................. 6
Using this Manual ....................................................................................................................... 6
Preparing the Remote Control ..................................................................................................... 6
Connecting Your System .................................................................................... 8
Connecting Audio Components .................................................................................................. 8
Connecting Video Components .................................................................................................. 9
Connecting Digital Components ............................................................................................... 10
Connecting Antennas ................................................................................................................ 12
Connecting Speakers ................................................................................................................. 13
AC outlet [Switches 100 W (0.8 A) max] .................................................................................. 15
Preparations .................................................................................................... 16
Setting Up for Surround Sound ................................................................................................. 16
Setting the volume level of each channel ................................................................................... 21
Setting Up the Remote Control ................................................................................................. 22
Clearing the Remote Control Settings........................................................................................ 24
Direct Function ......................................................................................................................... 24
Displays & Controls ....................................................................................... 25
Front Panel ............................................................................................................................... 25
Display...................................................................................................................................... 26
Remote Control ......................................................................................................................... 27
Sound Modes ................................................................................................... 29
Learning about the Sound Modes .............................................................................................. 29
Switching ANALOG/DIGITAL Signal Input ............................................................................... 30
Playing a Source ........................................................................................................................ 30
Playing Sources with Dolby Digital or DTS Sound .................................................................... 31
Selecting a Sound Mode ............................................................................................................ 32
Using in MIDNIGHT Listening Mode........................................................................................ 33
Using the Tuner ............................................................................................... 34
Finding a Station ....................................................................................................................... 34
Tuning Directly to a Station ....................................................................................................... 35
Memorizing Stations ................................................................................................................. 35
Recalling Memorized Stations ................................................................................................... 36
Making a Recording......................................................................................... 37
Making an Audio or a Video Recording ..................................................................................... 37
Controlling the Rest of Your System................................................................ 38
CD / MD / CD-R / VCR / LD Player Controls ............................................................................. 38
Cassette Deck Controls ............................................................................................................. 39
DVD / DVR Player Controls ...................................................................................................... 40
DTV Controls ............................................................................................................................ 41
Cable TV / Satellite TV / TV Controls ........................................................................................ 42
Additional Information ................................................................................... 43
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 43
Preset Code List ........................................................................................................................ 45
Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 46

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PREPARATION
PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL
Loading the batteries
Dry Cell Batteries (not included)
(AA size IEC R6P x 2)
CAUTION:
Incorrect use of batteries may result in
such hazards as leakage and bursting.
Observe the following precautions:
• Never use new and old batteries to
gether.
• Insert the plus and minus sides of
the batteries properly according to
the marks in the battery case.
• Batteries with the same shape may
have different voltages. Do not use
different batteries together.
Remote control unit
AM loop antenna FM wire antenna
USING THIS MANUAL
This manual is for the STAV-3880 audio/video multi-channel receiver. It is divided into two main
sections:
The following symbols are used
throughout this manual:
Provides detailed precautions and
advice on operations, etc.
Indicates that display is blinking.
CHECKING THE SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Please check that you've received the following supplied accessories:
memo
MULTI CONTROL
DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR/DVR CD
SOURCE CLASS MPX BAND
LOUDNESS FUNCTION MUTING
RECEIVER
D.ACCESS CHANNEL
ATT
VOL
MENU TOP
MENU
VOL
CH
2 DSPMODE MIDNIGHT 5.1CH
CD-R/
TAPE/MD
CHANNEL
SELECT
CHANNEL
LEVEL EFFECT
ENTER
ENTER
FQ
FQ
ST ST
FL
DIMMER REMOTE SETUP
MASTER
VOLUME
AUDIO/VIDEOPRE-PROGRAMMED
REMOTECONTROLUNIT
TV CONTROL
FUNC
10 DISC
SIGNAL
SELECT
TEST
TONE
RECEIVER TUNER TVCONT
Î
1234
1 ¡ 4 ¢
7 8 3
5678
90
‡
Set up
This section covers installing your receiver and
connecting up all the other components in your
home theater system to it. It also describes how
to set up a multi-channel speaker system to take
full advantage of the great surround sound
features of your receiver.
Operation
This section shows you how to use every feature
of the receiver and its remote control unit. It also
covers using the supplied remote control to
operate your other home theater components. To
find out more about a specific button, control or
indicator, see "Displays & Controls starting" on
page 25. This will point you to the relevant
chapter in the manual.
In the Additional Information section (p.43-46)
you'll find a troubleshooting section and specifi-
cations.

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OPERATING RANGE OF REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
The remote control may not work properly if:
CONTROL
OUT
OUT
IN
CONTROL
THE FUNCTION & SOURCE SELECT BUTTONS ON THE REMOTE CONTROL
Please note that the remote control has two types of buttons, one called FUNCTION and a set of buttons
called SOURCE SELECT. Use the FUNCTION button to choose the component you want to listen to (CD,
CDR/TAPE, TUNER, etc.) and use the SOURCE SELECT buttons to change which component the remote
control itself will operate. Thus, if the STAV-3880 is in TUNER mode, for example, and you want to listen
to your CD player, you need to select the CD mode with the FUNCTION button.
memo
• There are obstacles between the remote
control and the receiver's remote sensor.
• Direct sunlight or fluorescent light is
shining onto the remote sensor.
• The receiver is located near a device that
is emitting infrared rays.
• The receiver is operated simultaneously
with another infrared remote control
unit.
OPERATING OTHER RCA COMPONENTS
By connecting a control cord (optional), you can
control other RCA professional series equipment
using this remote control unit. Point the remote
control unit towards the remote sensor of this
unit, even when operating other equipment.
The remote control signals are received by the
remote sensor of this unit, and sent to the other
devices via the CONTROL OUT terminal.
You can also control RCA profes-
sional series components by
pointing the receiver's remote
control directly at the component.
This type of operation does not
require control cords.
memo
CONNECT TO CONTROL IN
TERMINAL OF OTHER RCA
PROFESSIONAL SERIES
PRODUCTS WITH OSR MARK.
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
STAV-3880
OTHER RCA PROFESSIONAL
SERIES PRODUCTS WITH OSR
MARK
1 2 3
4 5 6
+
+
-
-
30
30
23 ft.

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LR
LR
RL
L
B
R
SURROUND
SPEAKERS FRONT
SPEAKERS
AC OUTLET
PCM / 2/ DTS
DIGITAL IN
TO
MONTOR
TV
VCR /
DVR
CONTROL
IN AUX
CD
IN
IN IN OUT
OUT
CD-R
/TAPE
/MD
SURROUND
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
SUB
WOOFER
PREOUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV /
SAT
DVD
/ LD
CENTER
PREOUT
COAX OPT1 OPT2
O
U
T
R
E
C
P
L
A
Y
OUT
FM
UNBAL
75Ω
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
FM
ANTENNA
DVD 5.1 CH
INPUT
LR
CENTER
SPEAKER
FRONT
SPEAKERS
RECPLAY
L
R
L
R
OUTPUT
CONNECTING AUDIO COMPONENTS
To begin set up, connect your audio components to the jacks as shown below. These are all analog
connections and your analog audio components (turntable, cassette deck) use these jacks. Remember that
for components you want to record with you need to hook up four plugs (a set of stereo ins and a set of
stereo outs), but for components that only play (like a turntable) you only need to hook up one set of
stereo plugs (two plugs). To use DTS surround sound features you must hook up your digital components
to the digital inputs but it is also a good idea to hook up your digital components to analog audio jacks. If
you want to record to/from digital components (like an MD) to/from analog components, you must hook
up your digital equipment with these analog connections. See p.10-11 for more on digital connections.
When connecting your equipment, always make sure the power is turned off and the power cord is
disconnected from the wall outlet.
• The arrows indicate the direction of the audio signal.
Audio cords
Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect the audio components.
CD player CD recorder
or Cassette deck
Connect red plugs to R (right) and white plugs to L
(left).
Be sure to insert completely.
L
R
CONNECTING YOUR EQUIPMENT
memo
CASSETTE DECK PLACEMENT
Depending on where the cassette deck is placed, noise may occur during playback of your cassette deck
which is caused by leakage flux from the transformer in the receiver. If you experience noise, move the
cassette deck farther away from the receiver.

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LR
LR
RL
L
B
R
SURROUND
SPEAKERS FRONT
SPEAKERS
AC OUTLET
PCM / 2 / DTS
DIGITAL IN
TO
MONTOR
TV
VCR /
DVR
CONTROL
IN AUX
CD
IN
IN IN OUT
OUT
CD-R
/TAPE
/MD
SURROUND
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
SUB
WOOFER
PREOUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV /
SAT
DVD
/ LD
CENTER
PREOUT
COAX OPT1 OPT2
O
U
T
R
E
C
P
L
A
Y
OUT
FM
UNBAL
75Ω
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
FM
ANTENNA
DVD 5.1 CH
INPUT
LR
CENTER
SPEAKER
FRONT
SPEAKERS
OUTPUT
VIDEO
L
R
OUTPUT
INPUT
VIDEO
L
R
VIDEO
L
R
OUTPUT
VIDEO
L
R
INPUT
VIDEO
DVD player
(or LD player)
Video deck
TV tuner
(or Satellite tuner)
TV
(monitor)
Audio/Video cords
Use audio/video cords (not supplied) to connect the video components and a video cord to
connect the monitor TV.
Connect red plugs to R (right), white plugs to L (left), and
the yellow plugs to VIDEO.
Be sure to insert completely.
L
R
VIDEO
CONNECTING VIDEO COMPONENTS
Connect your video components to the jacks as shown below. Regarding digital video components (like a
DVD player), you must use the analog connections pictured on this page for the video signal but in order
to use Dolby Digital you should hook up their audio to a digital input (see the next page). It is also a good
idea to hook up your digital components with analog audio connections as well (see the previous page).
To cover all possible laser discs a DVD/LD player or LD player requires an analog connection (as shown
here) and two digital connections (see the next page).
When connecting your equipment always make sure the power is turned off and the power cord is
disconnected from the wall outlet.

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LR
LR
RL
L
B
R
SURROUND
SPEAKERS FRONT
SPEAKERS
AC OUTLET
PCM / 2/ DTS
DIGITAL IN
TO
MONTOR
TV
VCR /
DVR
CONTROL
IN AUX
CD
IN
IN IN OUT
OUT
CD-R
/TAPE
/MD
SURROUND
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
SUB
WOOFER
PREOUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV /
SAT
DVD
/ LD
CENTER
PREOUT
COAX OPT1 OPT2
O
U
T
R
E
C
P
L
A
Y
OUT
FM
UNBAL
75Ω
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
FM
ANTENNA
DVD 5.1 CH
INPUT
LR
CENTER
SPEAKER
FRONT
SPEAKERS
DIGITAL OUT
DIGITAL
OUT
COAX DIGITAL
OUT
Digital audio cords/Optical cables
Commercially available digital audio coaxial cords (standard video cords can also be used) or
optical cables (not supplied) are used to connect digital components to this receiver.
When you use optical digital input or output terminals, pull off the caps and insert the plugs. Be
sure to insert completely.
DVD player CD player CD recorder
Digital audio cord
(or standard video cord) Optical cable
CONNECTING DIGITAL CONNECTIONS
In order to use Dolby Digital/DTS soundtracks, you need to make digital audio connections. You can do
this by either coaxial or optical connections (you do not need to do both). The quality of these two types
of connections is the same but since some digital components only have one type of digital terminal, it is
a matter of matching like with like (for example, the coaxial out from the component to coaxial in on the
receiver). The STAV-3880 has coaxial and two optical inputs for a total of three digital inputs. Connect
your digital components as shown below. If you connect this to the optical input on a digital recorder
(currently these include MD, DAT and CD-R) you can make direct digital recordings with this unit.
When connecting your equipment, always make sure the power is turned off and the power cord is
disconnected from the wall outlet.

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EXAMPLE OF CONNECTION USING A DVD/LD OR LD PLAYER
When playing LD recorded in Dolby Digital
To connect a DVD/LD or LD player with its 2RF output, a commercially available RF demodulator
(RFD-1) is required. The RF demodulator changes the RF signal to a digital signal which is then processed
by the STAV-3880 models through their digital input jacks. For more details, refer to the instruction
manual supplied with the RFD-1.
DVD/LD player
or LD player
RF demodulator RFD-1
LR
LR
RL
L
B
R
SURROUND
SPEAKERS FRONT
SPEAKERS
AC OUTLET
PCM / 2/ DTS
DIGITAL IN
TO
MONTOR
TV
VCR /
DVR
CONTROL
IN AUX
CD
IN
IN IN OUT
OUT
CD-R
/TAPE
/MD
SURROUND
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
SUB
WOOFER
PREOUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV /
SAT
DVD
/ LD
CENTER
PREOUT
COAX OPT1 OPT2
O
U
T
R
E
C
P
L
A
Y
OUT
FM
UNBAL
75Ω
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
FM
ANTENNA
DVD 5.1 CH
INPUT
LR
CENTER
SPEAKER
FRONT
SPEAKERS
RF OUT
(AC-3)(LD)
DIGITAL OUT
1
23
PCM (OPT.)
DIGITAL IN
PCM/
(OPT.) PCM/
RF IN
(AC-3)(LD)
DIGITAL OUT
PCM/
(OPT.) PCM/
OPTICAL COAXIAL
DIGITAL IN
OUTPUT
VIDEO
L
R
Make sure the RF demodulator digital
in switch is set correctly (optical or
coaxial depending on the connection).
memo

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LR
LR
RL
L
B
R
SURROUND
SPEAKERS FRONT
SPEAKERS
AC OUTLET
PCM / 2/ DTS
DIGITAL IN
TO
MONTOR
TV
VCR /
DVR
CONTROL
IN AUX
CD
IN
IN IN OUT
OUT
CD- R
/TAPE
/MD
SURROUND
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
SUB
WOOFER
PREOUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV /
SAT
DVD
/ LD
CENTER
PREOUT
COAX OPT1 OPT2
O
U
T
R
E
C
P
L
A
Y
OUT
FM
UNBAL
75Ω
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
FM
ANTENNA
DVD 5.1 CH
INPUT
LR
CENTER
SPEAKER
FRONT
SPEAKERS
FM Wire Antenna
Connect the FM wire antenna and fully
extend vertically along a window frame or
other suitable area.
7To Improve FM Reception
Connect an external FM antenna.
FM
UNBAL
75Ω
FM
ANTENNA
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
7To Improve AM Reception
Connect a 15–18 feet length of vinyl-coated wire to the AM
antenna terminal without disconnecting the supplied AM loop
antenna.
For the best possible reception, suspend horizontally outdoors.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA
Antenna Snap Connectors
Twist the exposed wire strands
together and insert into the hole,
then snap the connector shut.
CONNECTING ANTENNAS
Connect the AM loop antenna and the FM wire antenna as shown below. To improve reception and sound
quality, connect external antennas (see Using external antennas, below). Always make sure that the
receiver is switched off and unplugged from the wall outlet before making or changing any connections.
3/8 in. (10mm)
USING EXTERNAL ANTENNAS
AM Loop Antenna
Assemble the antenna and connect to the receiver. Attach to a wall, etc. (if desired) and face
in the direction that gives the best reception.
15–18 FT.
INDOOR ANTENNA
(VINYL-COATED WIRE)
75 ΩCOAXIAL CABLE

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Be sure to complete all other
connections before connecting
this unit to the AC power source.
LR
LR
RL
L
B
R
SURROUND
SPEAKERS FRONT
SPEAKERS
AC OUTLET
PCM / 2/ DTS
DIGITAL IN
TO
MONTOR
TV
VCR /
DVR
CONTROL
IN AUX
CD
IN
IN IN OUT
OUT
CD-R
/TAPE
/MD
SURROUND
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
SUB
WOOFER
PREOUT
IN
IN
IN
IN
IN
TV /
SAT
DVD
/ LD
CENTER
PREOUT
COAX OPT1 OPT2
O
U
T
R
E
C
P
L
A
Y
OUT
FM
UNBAL
75Ω
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
FM
ANTENNA
DVD 5.1 CH
INPUT
LR
CENTER
SPEAKER
FRONT
SPEAKERS
INPUT
Front Speakers (A) Center Speaker
SURROUND
Speakers
Powered sub woofer
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When using the speaker on your TV as the center speaker,
connect the CENTER PREOUT jack on this unit to the audio
input jack on your TV. In this case, the center speaker shown is
unnecessary.
CONNECTING SPEAKERS
A full complement of six speakers is shown here but, naturally, everyone’s home setup will vary. Simply
connect the speakers you have in the manner described below. The receiver will work with just two stereo
speakers (called “front” speakers in the diagram) but it is recommended to be used with at least three
speakers.
Make sure you connect the speaker on the right to the right terminal and the speaker on the left to the left
terminal. Also make sure the positive and negative (+/–) terminals on the receiver match those on the
speakers.
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complement of surround sound speakers. If you switch on both A & B speaker systems, only
front speakers and the sub-woofer will be audible. No sound will come from the center or
surround speakers but multi channel sources will be down-mixed to the active speakers so no
sound will be lost. Similarly, if you choose just the B system you‘ll only hear from the front
speakers connected to the B system and multi channel sources will be down-mixed to these
two speakers. Please use speakers rated between 6 W - 16 W.

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7Speaker terminals
Use good quality speaker wire to connect the speakers to
the receiver.
1Twist around 1/2 inch of bare wire strands together.
2Unclip the speaker terminal and insert the wire.
3Snap shut the speaker terminal to secure.
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Hints on Speaker Placement
Speakers are usually designed with a particular placement in mind. Some are designed to be
floorstanding, while others should be placed on stands to sound their best. Some should be placed near a
wall; others should be placed away from walls. Follow the guidelines on placement that the speaker
manufacturer provided with your particular speakers.
• Place the front left and right speakers at equal
distances from the TV.
• When placing speakers near the TV, we
recommend using magnetically shielded
speakers to prevent possible interference,
such as discoloration of the picture when the
TV is switched on. If you do not have
magnetically shielded speakers and notice
discoloration of the TV picture, move the
speakers farther away from the TV.
• Install the center speaker above or below the
TV so that the sound of the center channel is
localized at the TV screen.
CAUTION: If you choose to install the cen-
ter speaker on top of the TV, be sure to
secure it with putty, or by other suitable
means,to reduce the risk of damage or
injury resulting from the speaker falling
from the TV in the event of external
shocks such as earthquakes.
• If possible, install the surround speakers
slightly above ear level.
• Try not to install the surround speakers
farther away from the listening position than
the front and center speakers. Doing so can
weaken the surround sound effect.
3-D View of Speaker Set Up
AC outlet [Switches 100 W (0.8 A) max]
Power supplied through this outlet is turned on and off by the receiver's POWER switch.
Total electrical power consumption of connected equipment should not exceed 100 W (0.8 A).
Do not connect a heater, TV, etc.
• This unit should be disconnnected by removing the power plug
from the wall socket when not in regular use.
• Do not connect appliances with high power consumption such as
heaters, irons, or television sets to this AC OUTLET in order to
avoid overheating and fire risk. This can also cause the receiver to
malfunction.
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To achieve the best possible surround sound,
install your speakers as shown below. Be sure all
speakers are installed securely to prevent
accidents and improve sound quality.
CAUTION: DO NOT CONNECT A MONITOR OR TV SET TO THIS UNIT'S
AC OUTLET.
SURROUND
LEFT
SURROUND
RIGHT
LISTENING
POSITION
FRONT
LEFT
FRONT
RIGHT
CENTER
SUB
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PREPARATIONS
1
MULTI CONTROL
DVD/LD TV/SAT VCR/DVR CD
LOUDNESS FUNCTION MUTING
RECEIVER
D.ACCESS CHANNEL
ATT
VOL
MENU TOP
MENU
VOL
CH
2 DSPMODE MIDNIGHT 5.1CH
CD-R/
TAPE/MD
CHANNEL
SELECT
CHANNEL
LEVEL EFFECT
ENTER
ENTER
FQ
FQ
ST ST
FL
DIMMER REMOTE SETUP
MASTER
VOLUME
TV CONTROL
FUNC
10 DISC
SIGNAL
SELECT
TEST
TONE
RECEIVER TUNER TVCONT
1234
1 ¡ 4 ¢
7 8 3
5678
90
‡
SOURCE CLASS MPX BAND
POWER
POWER
PREPROGRAMMED
AUDIO/VIDEOSYSTEM REMOTE
OSR
POWER
2
3
4
1 Press RECEIVER to turn the power on.
The STANDBY indicator goes out.
2 Press RECEIVER.
This switches the remote to the surround setup mode.
3 Press 2or 3to select the mode you want to set.
For best results, start with “SPEAKER setting mode” and make
your initial adjustments in the order described below.
The current settings are displayed automatically.
SPEAKERS (Front, Center, Surround) setting mode (page 17)
Use to specify the type of speakers you have connected.
SUB WOOFER ON/PLUS/OFF setting mode (page 18)
Use to specify the sub woofer as on or off.
Crossover frequency setting mode (page 18)
Use to determine which frequencies will be sent to the sub woofer
(or “Large” speakers if you don’t have a sub woofer).
LFE attenuator setting mode (page 18)
Use to specify the peak level for the LFE channel and the
crossover network for rerouted bass frequencies.
Low cut filter ON/OFF setting mode (page 19)
Use to cut the distorted sound from the sub woofer.
FRONT speakers distance setting mode (page 19)
Use to specify the distance from your listening position to your
front speaker.
CENTER speakers distance setting mode (page 19)
Use to specify the distance from your listening position to your
center speaker.
SURROUND speakers distance setting mode (page 19)
Use to specify the distance from your listening position to your
surround speakers.
Dynamic range control setting mode (page 20)
Use to compress the dynamic range of the sound track.
Dual mono setting mode(page 20)
Use with 2 software that has dual mono encoding if you want to
isolate one channel or listen in this specialized mono mode..
Coaxial digital input setting (page 20)
Use to specify the input to be assigned to the coaxial digital input.
Optical digital input setting (pages 20,21)
Use to specify the input to be assigned to the optical digital input.
4 Press 5or ∞to select the setting you want to set.
The setting is entered automatically.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set other surround modes.
SETTING UP FOR SURROUND SOUND
Be sure to switch the power of this unit on (The STANDBY indicator goes out).
To ensure the best possible surround sound, be sure to complete the following set up operations. This is
particularly important when using the 2(Dolby/DTS) sound mode. You only need to make these
settings once (unless you change the placement of your current speaker system or add new speakers,
etc.). Refer to the following pages for detailed descriptions of the settings available for each mode.
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Press ENTER to exit the setting mode.
The setting mode is automatically exited if no operation is
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SPEAKER (Front, Center, Surround) setting mode
This setting establishes the size and configuration of the speaker system you have connected. So, for
example, here you set whether you have connected surround speakers or not, and how big they are.
Selecting “Large” or “Small” will determine how much bass is sent by the receiver to the speakers being
set. This setup system has certain constraints. For example, all your speakers cannot be set to “Large,” you
need to decide which speakers should receive the most bass and set them to “Large.”
In the display, “F”, “C”, and “S” refer to front, center, and surround speakers respectively. Speaker size is
denoted as “L” for large speakers, “S” for small speakers, and “*” (asterisk) if no speaker is connected.
If the cone size (radius) of the speaker is larger than 5 inches, please set to Large.
Switch the speaker setting mode according to
the speakers you hooked up. Use the 5or ∞
buttons.
The configurations shown on the right will
appear in the display on the front of the
receiver. One of them should match your
speaker set up. Cycle through the different
possibilities until you find the one that
matches your set up.
* Press 3to advance to the next receiver
setting, and press 2to return to a
previous receiver setting.
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SUB WOOFER ON/PLUS/OFF setting mode
Sets whether the SUB WOOFER is used or not. Also, when used you have the option to use the “PLUS”
setting.
• Initial setting is “ON”.
• Setting the front speaker size to “Small” in the SPEAKER setting mode automatically locks
the sub woofer in the “ON” position.
• Use the PLUS for extra bass. When you use PLUS you will get the bass sounds from the sub
woofer even if the front speakers are set to “Large”.
Press 5or ∞ to select sub woofer ON, PLUS or OFF.
Crossover frequency setting mode
Crossover frequency is the point where the receiver divides the high and low sounds (the frequencies)
between the speakers. Since most smaller speakers can’t handle deep bass tones, this setting allows you to
send those sounds to the sub woofer (or speakers set to “Large” if you don’t have a sub woofer) instead of the
speakers set to “Small” in your system. Choose the point at which you want the frequency routed to the sub
woofer (or “Large” speakers).
We recommend setting this to 200 Hz if smaller bookshelf-type speakers are used for your “Small” speakers.
• Initial setting is “100 Hz”.
• If all speakers (front, center, and surround) are set to “Large” in SPEAKER setting mode,
crossover frequency cannot be set because there are no “Small” speakers (*** appears in the
display).
Press 5 or ∞to specify the crossover frequency for your small speakers
(100 Hz, 150 Hz or 200 Hz).
100 Hz
Sends bass frequencies below 100 Hz to the sub woofer (or
“Large” speakers).
150 Hz
Sends bass frequencies below 150 Hz to the sub woofer (or
“Large” speakers).
200 Hz
Sends bass frequencies below 200 Hz to the sub woofer (or
“Large” speakers).
LFE attenuator setting mode
Dolby Digital and DTS audio sources include ultra-low bass tones. Set the LFE attenuator as needed to
prevent the ultra-low bass tones from distorting the sound from the speakers.
• Initial setting is “0 dB”.
• When ∞is selected (∗∗ appears in the display), LFE is not available.
Press 5or ∞to set the attenuation level (0 dB, 10 dB or ∗∗ dB(∞)).
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dB
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150Hz100Hz
200Hz
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10 dB0 dB
∞(display "
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Low cut filter ON/OFF setting mode
Turn the low cut filter ON when distorted sound is output through the sub woofer.
• Initial setting is “OFF”.
• If the SUB WOOFER is set to “OFF” in the SUB WOOFER ON/OFF setting mode, the low
cut filter cannot be set.
Press 5or ∞to select low cut filter ON or OFF.
CENTER speaker distance setting mode
Normally as the Center speaker is placed directly in front in the listening room, it is closer to the listening
position than the Front speakers. This means that the sound from the Center speaker will be heard before
the Front speakers. To prevent this, set the Center speaker distance setting to delay the sound from the
Center speaker so that the sound from the Front and Center speakers will be heard at the same time.
• Initial setting is 10 ft.
• When “C∗” is selected in SPEAKER setting mode, the Center distance cannot be set.
• One step equals about 1 ft.
Press 5or ∞to set the distance of the CENTER speaker from the
main listening position (up to 30 steps).
SURROUND speakers distance setting mode
Use to set the SURROUND speakers distance. Like the CENTER speaker position, the SURROUND
speakers may be set in a location closer or farther than the FRONT speakers. Set the distance of the
SURROUND speakers accurately to hear sounds coming from both FRONT and SURROUND speakers at
the same time.
• Initial setting is 10 ft.
• When “S∗” is selected in SPEAKER setting mode, the SURROUND distance cannot be set.
• One step equals about 1 ft.
Press 5or ∞to set the distance of the SURROUND speakers from the
main listening position (up to 30 steps).
FRONT speakers distance setting mode
Sets the distance from the FRONT speakers to the listening position.
• Initial setting is 10 ft.
• One step equals about 1ft.
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Press 5or ∞to set the distance of the FRONT speakers from the main
listening position (up to 30 steps).
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Dynamic range control setting mode
Dynamic range is the difference between the loudest and softest sounds in any given signal. The dynamic
range control helps you play back sounds so the quieter sounds are audible yet the louder sounds don’t
get distored. It does this by compressing the dynamic range. When watching a movie at low volume,
setting this function enables low level sounds to be heard more easily but you won’t be jolted by lounder
sounds.
• Initial setting is “OFF”.
• When the volume level is increased, set to OFF.
• For listening enjoyment at low volumes, set to “MAX” for maximum dynamic range com-
pression.
• Dynamic range control is effective only when a Dolby Digital signal is being played back.
Press 5or ∞to set the dynamic range control (OFF, MAX, or MID).
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Coaxial digital input setting
Sets the input component to be assigned to the coaxial digital input jack.
• Initial setting is “DVD”.
Press 5or ∞to select the coaxial digital input (DVD, TV, CD, CD-
R, VCR, DV-R or OFF).
After you assign the component to a digital jack, like coaxial one,
whenever you select that component, for example CD, the receiver
will automatically change to the digital input setting. You can see
this in the DIGITAL/ANALOG indicator on the front of the receiver.
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Press 5or ∞to cycle through the possible DUAL MONO settings.
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Dual mono setting
The dual mono setting can only be used when listen only one channel of a stereo recording. In the CH 1
setting your will hear the right channel out of both speakers. In the CH 2 setting you will hear the left
channel out of both speakers. The last setting MIX, plays both channels out of both speakers, but they
will in MONO.
• The default setting of this feature is off.
Optical digital input setting 1
Sets the input component to be assigned to optical input jack 1.
• Initial setting is "CD".
Press 5or ∞to select the optical digital input 1 (DVD, TV, CD, CD-R,
VCD, or OFF)
After you assign the component to a digital jack, like this optical
one, when ever you select that's component's function, for example
CD, the receiver will automatically change to the digital input
setting. You can notice this in the DIGITAL/ANALOG switch on the
front of the receiver.
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