Teac AG-V8520 User manual

ag-v8520
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Audio/Video Surround Receiver
9A06992100
This appliance has a serial number located
on the rear panel. Please record the model
number and serial number and retain them
for your records.
Model number
Serial number
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the pres-
ence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
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 enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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OWNER’S MANUAL........................................... 3
MANUEL DU PROPRIETAIRE ......................... 25

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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CAUTION:
•Read all of these Instructions.
•Save these Instructions for later use.
•Follow all Warnings and Instructions marked on the audio
equipment.
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 oper-
ating 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
cloth for cleaning.
6) Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by
the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7) 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.
8) 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 the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9) Aproduct and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product
and cart combination to overturn.
"Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s atten-
tion to Section 820-40 of the NEC which 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."
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15) Lightning — For added protection for this product during a light-
ning 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 light-
ning and power-line surges.
16) Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be locat-
ed 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.
17) Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in risk of fire or
electric shock.
18) Object and Liquid Entry — 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.
19) 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.
20) Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
a) when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b) if liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c) if the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d) if the product does not operate normally by following the operat-
ing 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 qual-
ified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
e) if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f ) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance _ this
indicates a need for service.
21) Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required,
be sure the service 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.
22) 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.
23) Wall or Ceiling Mounting — The product should be mounted to
a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
24) Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (includ-
ing amplifiers) that produce heat.
10) Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to pro-
tect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or
covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the prod-
uct 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 instruc-
tions have been adhered to.
11) 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 prod-
uct dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate
from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instruc-
tions.
12) Grounding or Polarization — This product may be equipped
with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet
only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still
fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do
not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
13) Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords should be rout-
ed 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.
14) 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 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.

CONTENTS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................2
PRECAUTIONS..................................................................................................................4
ReadThis Before Operating ........................................................................................4
CONNECTIONS.................................................................................................................5
System Connections....................................................................................................5
VIDEO 2 INPUT Jacks..............................................................................................6
Antenna Connections ..................................................................................................6
FM Indoor Antenna .................................................................................................6
FM Outdoor Antenna ..............................................................................................6
AM (MW) Antenna ..................................................................................................7
Speaker Connections...................................................................................................7
Power Cord...................................................................................................................7
AC OUTLETS............................................................................................................7
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS........................................................................................8
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT..............................................................................................10
Using the Remote Control Unit ................................................................................10
Battery Installation.....................................................................................................10
AUDIO OPERATIONS......................................................................................................11
Back-up memory function .........................................................................................11
Sleep Timer Operation ...............................................................................................11
Basic Operations ........................................................................................................11
Audio Adjustments ...............................................................................................12
Radio Reception .........................................................................................................12
Auto Tuning ............................................................................................................12
Manual Tuning .......................................................................................................13
Direct Tuning ..........................................................................................................13
Preset Tuning ..............................................................................................................14
Automatic Memory Presetting .............................................................................14
Manual Memory Presetting..................................................................................14
Listening to Records and Compact Discs................................................................15
Playing Tapes ..............................................................................................................15
Recording a Source ...................................................................................................15
VIDEO OPERATIONS......................................................................................................16
Playing Video Sources...............................................................................................16
Recording with a Video Deck ....................................................................................16
Tape Dubbing (from VIDEO 2 to VIDEO 1)...........................................................16
S.A.V.E. (Second Audio Source for Video Editing) SYSTEM Function .............16
SURROUND EFFECTS....................................................................................................17
Available Surround Modes .......................................................................................17
DOLBY PRO LOGIC Surround ..............................................................................17
DOLBY 3 STEREO..................................................................................................17
HALL Surround......................................................................................................17
THEATER Surround...............................................................................................17
BYPASS ..................................................................................................................17
CENTER Mode .......................................................................................................18
Delay Time .............................................................................................................18
Speaker Positioning ..............................................................................................18
Playing Surround Sound ...........................................................................................19
DOLBY PRO LOGIC Surround...............................................................................19
DOLBY 3 STEREO..................................................................................................19
HALL or THEATER Surround ................................................................................20
WHEN TO USE RESET SWITCH ...........................................................................20
TEAC SYSTEM REMOTE-CONTROLLED OPERATION .................................................21
Using a CD Player and a Cassette Deck with a REMOTE SENSOR Window ........21
Buttons for the Operation of OtherTEAC Components .........................................22
TROUBLESHOOTING .....................................................................................................23
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................24

PRECAUTIONS
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TO THE USER
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against interference in a residential area.This
device generates and uses radio frequency energy
and if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, it may cause interference to
radio orTV reception. If this unit does cause inter-
ference withTV or radio reception you can try to
correct the interference by one or more of the fol-
lowing measures:
a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
b) Increase the separation between the equip-
ment and the receiver.
c) Plug the equipment into a different outlet so
that it is not on the same circuit as the receiver.
If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for additional suggestions.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipment not
expressly approved byTEAC CORPORATION for
compliance could void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.
For U.S.A.
The equipment draws nominal non-operating
power from the AC outlet with its POWER switch
in the STANDBY position.
Obs! nätströmställare¨n skiljer ej hela apparaten
från nätet.
VOLTAGE CONVERSION
Be sure to remove the power cord from the AC
outlet before repositioning the voltage converter
switches.
1. Locate the voltage selector on the rear panel.
2. Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, set to the
appropriate 120 V or 230 V position according
to your area.
For General Export Models
AC POWER CORD CONNECTION
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUGTO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
For CANADA
●Choose the installation location of your unit carefully.
Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source
of heat. Also avoid locations subject to vibrations and
excessive dust, heat, cold or moisture.
●The ventilation holes should not be covered. Make
sure there is at least 20 cm (8 inches) of space above
and at least 5 cm (2 inches) of space beside the
amplifier/receiver. Do not place a CD player or other
equipment on top of the amplifier/receiver.
●Do not open the cabinet as this might result in
damage to the circuitry or electrical shock. If a
foreign object should get into the set, contact your
dealer.
●When removing the power plug from the wall outlet,
always pull directly on the plug, never yank the cord.
●Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical
solvents as this might damage the finish. Use a
clean, dry cloth.
●Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
Read This Before Operating

CONNECTIONS
System Connections :Audio signal
:Video signal
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CAUTION: Do not plug the power cord of any component
into AC outlets and do not turn their POWER switches
on until all connections have been performed.
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RR
White White White
Red Red Red
Audio connection cords
+–
TV Monitor Turntable Tape Deck CD Player
LINE OUT
LINE IN
VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
DVD/VIDEO 3
Center Speaker
Right Left
Rear Speaker
Front B
Speaker
Front B
Speaker
Front A
Speaker
Front A
Speaker
To AC outlet
Refer to "VOLTAGE CONVERSION" on page 4.
AC Outlets:
Two switched, Total 100W.
Refer to "Antenna Connections" on pages 6-7.

VIDEO 2 INPUT Jacks FM Outdoor Antenna
Antenna Connections
FM Indoor Antenna
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In an area where FM signals are weak, it will be
necessary to use a 75-ohm unbalanced-type outdoor FM
antenna. Generally, a 3-element antenna will be
sufficient; if you live in an area where the FM signals are
particularly weak, it may be necessary to use one with 5
or more elements.
A 75-ohm antenna uses a coaxial cable and should be
connected as follows: first strip the covering of the
cable, then twist the wire shielding so the inner core and
shielding can be connected as shown.
In an area with strong FM signals, the "T"-type FM
antenna provided is sufficient. Extend this into a "T"
shape and connect the two wires at the base of theT to
the antenna terminals, as shown. For details of how to
connect the antenna wires to the terminals, see the
illustration.
Extend the top of theT and fix with thumb tacks, or the
like, to a wall or window frame for the best possible
reception.
AUDIO
OUT
VIDEO OUT
Video Camera Recorder, etc.
Press the lever, insert the stripped and twisted
end of the wire, then release the lever so that
the wire is held securely.
How to connect antenna
"T"-type FM Antenna
(300Ω)(provided)
Outdoor FM Antenna (75Ω)

AM (MW) Antenna Speaker Connections
Power Cord
AC OUTLETS
AM Indoor Loop Antenna
A high-performance AM loop antenna provided with the
receiver is sufficient for good reception in most areas.
Connect the loop antenna's wires to the AM antenna
terminals as shown. Place the antenna on a shelf, for
example, or hang it on a window frame, etc., in the
direction which gives the best reception, as far away as
possible from the entire system, speaker cords and the
power cord, to prevent unwanted noise.
AM Outdoor Antenna
If the AM loop antenna provided does not deliver
sufficient reception (because you are too far from the
transmitter or in a concrete building, etc.), it may be
necessary to use an outdoor AM antenna. Use an
insulated wire more than 15 ft (5 m) long, strip one end,
and connect this to the terminal as shown. The antenna
wire should be strung outdoors or indoors near a
window. For better reception, connect the GND terminal
to a reliable ground.
Note: Even when using an outdoor AM antenna, do not
disconnect the AM loop antenna.
Caution:
To avoid damaging the speakers by inputting a
sudden high-level signal, be sure to switch the power
off before connecting the speakers.
Connect each speaker to the corresponding speaker
terminals, as desired. For ''Speaker Installation'', refer
to page 18.
Notes:
●When using the rear speakers, be sure to connect
them to both channels (L and R). If a speaker is con-
nected to only one channel, no sound will be heard.
●Use speakers with a nominal impedance of 8 ohms
or more.
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AM Loop Antenna
(provided)
U.S.A/Canade/
General Export
Model
AM Outdoor
Antenna
How to connect the speaker cords
Press the lever, insert the stripped and twisted
end (approx. 10 mm) of the cord, then release
the lever so that the cord is held securely.
Be sure to connect the power cord to an AC outlet which
supplies the correct voltage, as set by the voltage
selector.
SWITCHED:
This socket switches on and off as you turn on and off
the amplifier.
Caution:
The total power consumption of the components con-
nected to the AC OUTLETS must not exceed 100W.

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
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Remote Control Unit 1POWER STANDBY/ON Button
2LINE STRAIGHT Button
3Source Selector Buttons
4REMOTE SENSOR Window
5Numeric Keys
6Multi-Function Display
7MEMORY Button
8TUNING /PRESET Buttons
9MODE Button
0BASS andTREBLE Controls
qLOUDNESS Button
wMASTER VOLUME Control
(VOLUME +/– Buttons)
eBALANCE Control
rPHONES Jack
tSLEEP Button
ySPEAKERS Select Buttons
uSURROUND MODE Buttons
iCENTER MODE Button
oDELAY TIME Button
pFM MODE Button
aTEST TONE Button
sBAND Selector Button
dCENTER LEVEL DOWN/UP Buttons
fREAR LEVEL DOWN/UP Buttons
gVIDEO 2 INPUT Jacks
hMEMORY SCAN Button
jDIRECT TUNING Button
kTAPE Deck Operation Buttons
lCD Player Operation Buttons
;MUTING Button
1CENTER MODE Indicators
2SURROUND MODE Indicators
3TIMER Indicator
4TUNED Indicator
5STEREO Indicator
6TAPE Monitor Indicator
7MEMORY Indicator
8BAND/FREQUENCY Display
9Source Display
0PRESET Channel Display
qSLEEP Time Display
wDELAY Time Display
eTEST TONE Display
rCENTER LEVEL Display
tREAR LEVEL Display
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Certain buttons on the remote control unit and on the
front panel of the receiver have the same or similar
functions and have the same reference numbers.
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Using the Remote Control Unit Battery Installation
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
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1. Remove the battery compartment cover.
2. Insert two "AAA" (R03, UM-4) dry batteries.
Make sure that the batteries are inserted with their
positive ±and negative —poles positioned correctly.
3. Close the cover until it clicks.
Battery Replacement
If the distance required between the remote control unit
and main unit decreases, the batteries are exhausted. In
this case replace the batteries with new ones.
Precautions concerning batteries
●Be sure to insert the batteries with correct positive
"±" and negative "—" polarities.
●Use batteries of the same type. Never use different
types of batteries together.
●Rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries can be
used. Refer to the precautions on their labels.
●When the remote control unit is not to be used for a
long time (more than a month), remove the batteries
from the remote control unit to prevent them from
leaking. If they leak, wipe away the liquid inside the
battery compartment and replace the batteries with
new ones.
●Do not heat or disassemble batteries and never
dispose of old batteries by throwing them in a fire.
By using the provided remote control unit, the
receiver and some other TEAC components used with
it can be controlled from your listening position.
To use the remote control unit, point it at the REMOTE
SENSOR window of the receiver (or other TEAC
component).
REMOTE SENSOR window
of the receiver or other
TEAC component
Notes:
●Even if the remote control unit is operated within the
effective range, remote control operation may be
impossible if there are any obstacles between the unit
and the remote control.
●If the remote control unit is operated near other
appliances which generate infrared rays, or if other
remote control devices using infrared rays are used
near the unit, it may operate incorrectly. Conversely,
the other appliances may operate incorrectly.

Back-up memory function
Sleep Timer Operation
Basic Operations
AUDIO OPERATIONS
BACK-UP memory
This is the function which preserves the preset
memory and most-recent memory functions. In the
event of a power failure, or if the power cord of this
unit is disconnected from the electric outlet, the back-
up memory will preserve the preset memory and
most-recent memory functions for as long as
approximately 3 days.
To Prevent Erasing the Memory
If the power supply is interrupted for 3 days or longer,
the memory settings will be erased.
1. Set the MASTER VOLUME control to ''0''. This is to
protect the speakers from a sudden high-level
signal.
2. Set the LOUDNESS button to the OFF position.
3. Adjust the tone as required with the BASS and
TREBLE tone controls. Adjust the balance between
the left and right channels with the BALANCE
control.
4. Press the POWER button to ON.
5. Select the desired source with the source selector
buttons.
6. Select the desired surround mode with the
SURROUND MODE buttons.
7. S elect the speaker system to be used with the
SPEAKERS select buttons.
●With the unit in the stereo (BYPASS) mode,
speakers "A" and "B" can be selected
simultaneously.
●If the unit is to be operated in any of the surround
modes, (THEATER, HALL, DOLBY 3 STEREO,
DOLBY PRO LOGIC) then speaker selection is
limited to either speaker "A" or "B".
8. Start playing the source component.
9. Gradually turn up the volume to the required level
with the MASTER VOLUME control.
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Note:
The following points apply throughout the
"AUDIO and VIDEO OPERATIONS" sections unless
otherwise noted.
● To simplify explanations, instructions refer to
names of buttons and controls on the front
panel, making no mention of the use of remote
control unit.
● To listen to a source other than tape deck, press
the TAPE MONITOR button to the OFF position
(the TAPE monitor indicator will not light in the
display).
SLEEP Timer Function
This function allows you to preprogram the
receiver to switch its own power off automatically.
You can then enjoy the audio/video system for a
specified amount of time without having to worry
about turning the unit off later.
Each press of the SLEEP button changes the time
indication by 10 minutes.
∑SLEEP 90 ∑SLEEP 80 ∑... ∑ SLEEP 10
(Released condition)ß
To let the remaining time (until power off) appear
on the display while the sleep timer is engaged,
press the SLEEP button once.
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Audio Adjustments Radio Reception
Auto Tuning
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1. Press the TUNER button*.
*TheTUNER button can also be pressed instead
when you want to listen to a station selected last
by changing from another source.
2. Select the AM or FM by pressing the BAND selector
button.
3. Press the MODE button to change toTUNING mode.
(The PRESET CH. indicator disappears from the
display).
●This button is used to selectTuning or Preset scan
mode.
4. Press the UP or DOWNTUNING button (within 0.5 to
2 seconds).The next station broadcasting at a
frequency higher or lower than that of the current
station is automatically detected and tuned in.
●By pressing and holding theTUNING button for
longer than 2 seconds, it will continue to control
(three times faster than normal speed).
POWER STANDBY/ ON Button
Press this button to turn the power on.
Press it again to turn the system off (power standby
mode).
The indicator lights up in power standby mode and
goes out when this unit is turned on.
SPEAKERS Select Buttons
These buttons are used to select speaker system A or B.
LINE STRAIGHT Button
When this button is pressed, the signal selected by the
source selector buttons is supplied directly to the
amplifier circuit, allowing you to listen to the source
with better sound quality. When the LINE STRAIGHT
mode is selected, the BASS,TREBLE controls will be
defeated.
BASS/TREBLE Tone Controls
These two tone controls – BASS andTREBLE – can be
used to obtain a "flat" frequency response or a tone
which suits your individual listening preference.The
Bass control adjusts low frequencies and theTREBLE
control adjusts the high frequencies.
BALANCE Control
This control is used to adjust the balance between the
left and right channels. Normally set to the center posi-
tion.
LOUDNESS Button
This button compensates for the non-linear response of
the human ear at low volumes. Set this switch to the
OFF position when listening at normal levels.
MUTING Button (on the Remote Control Unit)
Press this to mute (–20 dB) the sound from the speak-
ers and headphones when answering the telephone,
etc.
To restore the original volume, press the MUTING but-
ton again. While muting is engaged, the MASTER VOL-
UME level indicator will flicker.
POWER ON
LINE STRAIGHT BASS/TREBLE
SPEAKERS LOUDNESS
BALANCE
POWER ON 1432
●FM MODE Button
Pressing this button alternates between Stereo
mode and Mono mode.
Stereo
FM stereo broadcasts are received in stereo and
the STEREO indicator lights in the display.
Monophonic broadcasts are received in mono.
If FM broadcasts with weak signal strength are
received, the FM muting (–20 dB) function works
automatically to cut the signals, eliminating loud
noise.
Mono
To compensate for weak FM stereo reception,
select this mode. Reception will now be forced
monaural, reducing unwanted noise.
●TUNED Indicator
''TUNED'' appears in the display when a broad-
cast is correctly tuned in.

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Manual Tuning
Direct Tuning
Manual Tuning is generally used to tune to stations
broadcasting a signal that is too weak to be received
by Auto Tuning.
1. Press the TUNER button.
2. Select the AM or FM by pressing the BAND selector
button.
3. Press the MODE button to change to TUNING mode.
(The PRESET CH. indicator disappears from the
display).
4. When the UP or DOWN TUNING button is pressed
momentarily (0.5 second or less), the frequency
changes by a fixed step (see STEPS below).
STEPS
FM: 100-kHz steps
AM: 10-kHz steps
1. Press the TUNER button.
2. Select the AM or FM by pressing the BAND selector
button.
3. Press the DIRECT TUNING button on the remote con-
trol unit, ''ENTER FREQUENCY'' appears on the dis-
play for a few seconds.
''FM ---.--MHz'' or ''AM ----KHz'' appears on the
display.
4. Input the frequency of the broadcast you want to
hear with the numeric keys.
●If you press the DIRECT TUNING button again or
without pressing any button for 30 seconds, Direct
tuning is released.
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Using this method, the required frequency is input
directly, using the numeric keys.
Note:
When inputting the frequency, the last digit need
not be entered as it is always ''0''.
FM: 100-kHz steps
AM: 10-kHz steps
Ex.: FM 87.7 MHz
Ex.: AM 1420 kHz
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Preset Tuning Manual Memory Presetting
Automatic Memory Presetting
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This facility is used to store FM, AM broadcasting from
Channel 1 to 30 respectively.
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1. Press the TUNER button.
2. Select the AM or FM by pressing the BAND selector
button.
3. Press the MEMORY button for a while (for more than
1.5 seconds).
1The start frequency will show in the display.
●87.5 MHz in FM, 530 kHz in AM.
2The frequency and display will automatically scan.
●100 kHz steps for FM, 10 kHz steps for AM.
3The frequency shown in the display will rapidly
change. As each station is located a preset
number will appear in the display indicating which
preset MEMORY button has been assigned to the
station located.The scanning process will continue
to operate in this fashion until 30 stations have
been found and entered into the preset memory
or when there are no more stations to be found
on the waveband chosen.The memory indicator
will extinguish and let you hear the last station to
be memorized.
●To listen to the memorized station select the band
required and press the numeric keys button 1, 2, 3
etc.
4. The last memorized channel of each band will be
displayed when Auto Memory is completed. Check
the programmed frequencies with PRESET UP,
DOWN button.
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3
1. Press the TUNER button.
2. Select the AM or FM by pressing the BAND selector
button.
3. Press the MODE button to change toTUNING mode.
(The PRESET CH. indicator disappears from the
display).
4. Select the frequency you want to preset by pressing
UP or DOWN tuning button.
5. Press the MEMORY button briefly, MEMORY display
will blink at an interval of 1 second.
6. While the MEMORY indicator is lit, press the numeric
key(s) to input the channel number in which the data
(AM or FM band and frequency) for the broadcast is
to be stored (or press the PRESET button then press
the MEMORY button again).
Recalling Frequencies
Press the numeric key(s) corresponding to the channel
number to tune directly to a broadcast.
Using the Memory Scan function
When the MEMORY SCAN button is pressed, the preset
channels in which frequencies in the band (AM or FM)
selected have been stored are scanned at 5-second
intervals. When you hear a broadcast you want to listen
to, release the Memory Scan function by pressing the
MEMORY SCAN button again.
"Back-up" memory function
This function conserves the already preset station mem-
ories, and "Most-recent" memory function, even in the
event of a cut-off of power supply, as when the plug is
pulled out of the wall outlet, for 3 days.

Listening to Records and Compact Discs Recording a Source
Playing Tapes
1. Press the PHONO or CD button.
2. Play the turntable (with a moving magnet cartridge)
or CD player.
Recording program source
you can record a program source such as a record or
Compact Disc onto a cassette deck connected to the
TAPE REC jacks.
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POWER ON 1
2
Turntable
CD Player
or
POWER ON 1
Tape Deck 2
1. Set the TAPE MONITOR button to ON; the TAPE moni-
tor indicator will appear in the display.
2. Operate tape deck for playback.
POWER ON
1
23Tape Deck
Source
component
Recording
1. Make sure the TAPE MONITOR button is set to OFF,
then press the source selector button corresponding
to the source to be recorded.
2. Play the source.
3. Operate the tape deck for recording.
Tape Monitoring
If the tape deck has separate record and playback
heads, during recording, the recorded sound can be
heard from the speakers with theTAPE MONITOR
button set to ON.

Playing Video Sources Recording with a Video Deck
Tape Dubbing (from VIDEO 2 to VIDEO 1)
S.A.V.E. (Second Audio Source for Video
Editing) SYSTEM Function
VIDEO OPERATIONS
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1. Press the VIDEO 2 or DVD/VIDEO 3 button with the
TAPE MONITOR set to OFF.
2. Operate VIDEO 2 or DVD/VIDEO 3 for playback.
3. Operate VIDEO 1 for recording. In this way, the
video/audio signals from VIDEO 2 or DVD/VIDEO 3
can be dubbed onto VIDEO 1.
Note:
For playing video software using a certain Surround
Effect function, refer to the SURROUND EFFECTS
section.
POWER ON
1
2
3
2
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD/VIDEO 3
3Speakers
TV monitor
: Video signals
: Audio signals
1. Press the VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2 or DVD/VIDEO 3 button.
2. Play the component corresponding to the button
pressed.
3. The picture from the video source can be seen on the
TV and the sound from the video source will be
heard from the speakers.
POWER ON
1
2
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
2
DVD/VIDEO 3
3
: Video signals
: Audio signals
Recording Playback Playback
This feature lets you replace the sound from a VCR with
sound from an AUDIO source such as CD during video
signal dubbing.
1. Press the DVD/VIDEO 3 (or VIDEO 2) button and
operate DVD or VIDEO 3 (or VIDEO 2) for playback.
2. Select the audio source with the source selector but-
tons, and then operate the selected audio compo-
nent for playback.
3. Now you can watch the picture from the video com-
ponent on theTV, and listen to the sound from the
audio component through the speakers.
Note: Be sure to observe the order of steps 1 and 2.
4. Operate VIDEO 1 for recording. In this way, the
S.A.V.E. operation will be completed.

≈
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
≈
DOLBY 3 STREO
≈
HALL
≈
THEATER
≈
BYPASS
Available Surround Modes
DOLBY PRO LOGIC Surround
HALL Surround
THEATER Surround
BYPASS
DOLBY 3 STEREO
SURROUND EFFECTS
This unit is provided with the following surround
modes, which can be selected using the SURROUND
MODE switches.
Select the appropriate surround mode according to the
program source.
Use this mode when surround effects are not required.
●Each time the SURROUND MODE button on the
remote control is pressed, the surround mode
changes cyclically, as shown below.
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When you use the surround function, the sound creates
a “live” atmosphere such as that experienced in movie
theaters and concert halls.
Use this mode when playing movie or music video soft-
ware which carries the Î DOLBY SURROUND mark.
This mode provides the effect of being in a movie the-
ater or live concert house-an effect with an intensity
which can only be obtained through DOLBY PRO LOGIC
SURROUND.
The main feature of DOLBY PRO LOGIC SURROUND is
that the separation between the various channels is
significantly improved from the 3 dB of previous
systems to 26-40 dB. As a result, the effect of the
front/back/left/right movement of the sound image, as
well as the sense of fixed position in the sound image,
is much clearer and more dynamic than before.
In addition, movie dialogue and other sounds which
should naturally be heard from the center are output
through an independent center channel, providing a
high degree of focus for dialogue.
Front speakers receive rear (surround) speaker signals
in addition to front speakers signals. Center speaker
works similarly as that of Dolby Pro Logic mode. In this
way, you can enjoy playback sound having superior
sound positioning.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation. DOLBY, the double-D symbol
∂and ''PRO LOGIC'' are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
When playing recordings of live music, this mode pro-
vides a feeling similar to actually being in a concert hall.
When this mode is selected, the normal program
source is directed to the main speakers and a reverber-
ated sound is directed to the surround speakers.
This mode is suited to program sources which contain a
large amount of reverberation.
This mode provides a three dimensional effect similar
to that of movie theater. With this mode, you can enjoy
a surround effect similer to Dolby Surround sound even
when playing a video program which is not encoded
with the Dolby Surround system.

CENTER Mode Speaker Positioning
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The installation positions of speakers differ according
to the size, and acoustics of the listening room. While
actually listening to a program source, try various
speaker positions to determine which layout provides
the best surround effect.
Speaker layout example when using DOLBY PRO
LOGIC surround
There are 3 kinds of the center modes. Select the
desired mode suitable to your speaker system.
NORMAL Mode
Use this position when the center speaker is a compact
speaker which is not capable of fully reproducing bass
frequencies below 100 Hz. In this mode, the bass fre-
quencies below 100 Hz are distributed to the front left
and right speakers.
WIDE Mode
Use this position when the center speaker is an equiva-
lent speaker to the front left and right speakers or when
it is capable of fully reproducing bass frequencies
below 100 Hz.
PHANTOM Mode
Use this position when the center speaker is not used.
The center channel sound is distributed to the left and
right front speakers.
●Dolby 3 Stereo has only NORMAL and WIDE modes,
not PHANTOM mode which Dolby Pro Logic has
altogether with the former two modes.
Front speakers
Center Speaker
Rear speakers

●For best effect, do not install the rear speakers too far
behind the listening position and install them above
the level of the listener’s ears. It is also effective to
direct the rear speakers toward a wall or ceiling to
further disperse the sound.
●When not using a center speaker with the DOLBY
PRO LOGIC surround function, set the center mode to
PHANTOM.
Front(Left) Front(Right)
(Left) - Rear - (Right)
No center speaker
HALL, THEATER Modes
Delay Time
In the surround modes, the sound from the rear
speakers should be delayed slightly, relative to that
from the front speakers.The optimum delay time will
depend on acoustic properties, whether the walls and
furnishings reflect or absorb sound, etc.
It is recommended that you try different delay times to
obtain the best effect.The delay is digitally
synthesized, for the highest sound quality with
minimum noise and distortion.
The delay time can be set independently for each
surround mode using the DELAYTIME button, with the
current setting shown in the display.
Delay Time Setting
Surround Mode Adjustable Range
DOLBY PRO 15 – 30ms
LOGIC
HALL/THEATER 15 – 50ms

Balancing Relative Volumes among Speakers
1. Press the DOLBY PRO LOGIC button.
2. Set the MASTER VOLUME control to the normal lis-
tening level.
3. Press the CENTER MODE button to select the center
speaker mode you desire, NORMAL, WIDE or PHAN-
TOM mode.
4. Press the TESTTONE button to send the test tone
signal to each speaker in succession as shown
below.
∑LEFT ∑CENTER ∑RIGHT ∑REAR
Note: When the PHANTOM mode is selected in
step 3:
∑LEFT ∑RIGHT ∑REAR
5. Adjust the CENTER LEVEL and REAR LEVEL controls
so that test tone volumes are equal on all speakers.
6. Press the TESTTONE button to cease testing.
Adjusting the Delay Time
7. Play the video software with the DOLBY SURROUND
mark.
8. Adjust the delay time as desired in 3 steps by press-
ing DELAY TIME button:
∑15ms ∑20ms ∑30ms
20msec is standard.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC Surround
Playing Surround Sound Playing Surround Sound
9. Adjust the MASTER VOLUME control for the most
appropriate overall volume.
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5
DOLBY 3 STEREO
Balancing Relative Volumes among Speakers
1. Press the DOLBY 3 STEREO button.
2. Set the MASTER VOLUME control to the normal lis-
tening level.
3. Press the CENTER MODE button to select the center
speaker mode you desire, NORMAL or WIDE mode.
4. Press the TESTTONE button to send the test tone sig-
nal to each speaker in succession as shown below.
∑LEFT ∑CENTER ∑RIGHT
5. Adjust the CENTER LEVEL controls so that the center
speaker sound level is equal to that of the left speak-
er and then to that of the right speaker.
6. Press the TESTTONE button to cease testing.
Playing Surround Sound
7. Play the video software with the DOLBY SURROUND
mark.
8. Adjust the MASTER VOLUME control for the most
appropriate overall volume.
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4,6 2,8
5

HALL or THEATER Surround
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Balancing Relative Volumes among Speakers
1. Press the HALL or THEATER button.
2. Set the MASTER VOLUME control to the normal
listening level.
3. Play the source component.
4. Adjust the rear speaker volume relative to that
of the front speakers as desired.
Adjusting the Delay Time
5. Adjust the delay time as desired in 5 steps by
pressing the DELAYTIME button:
∑15ms ∑20ms ∑30ms ∑40ms ∑50ms
Playing Surround Sound
6. Adjust the MASTER VOLUME control for the
most appropriate overall volume.
POWER ON
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4
WHEN TO USE RESET SWITCH
1. When this system is subjected to an electrical shock.
2. When the power is irregular.
In these cases, try the following (in power standby
mode):
Note: When the RESET switch is pressed, all the
memory will be canceled.
— Rear panel —
RESET SWITCH
Press the RESET switch lightly once or twice with a
pencil or a ballpoint pen.