Technics SU-V36 User manual

Technics
Stereo Integrated Amplifier
SU-V36
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely.

We want to thank you for selecting this product and
to welcome you to the growing family of satisfied
Technics product owners around the world.
We feel certain: you will get maximum enjoyment
from
this
new
addition
to
your
home.
Please
read
these
operating
instructions
carefully,
and
be
sure
to
keep
them
handy
for
convenient
reference.
These operating instructions are aeP ieee to the following
components. wen eye
When
using
with
components.
descrifed
at the left
These
operating
instructions
describe
system
connections
and
basic.
operations.
including.
remote-control.
operations:
(The:
remote-control:
transmitter’
is
included
with
the.
tuner):
For.
detailed
information:
about
each
unit,
refer
to
their.
individual
operating instructions. :
~ -RS-T55R
" SH-8016
SL-P117
SL-BD26U
When using with other components
Refer: to: their individual operating instructions concerning
connections and operations.
Contents
Listening to Tapes: 2. eas: ihe: 8
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Accessories
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Adjusting
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Front
Panel
Controls
and
Functions
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Troubleshooting
Guide..............
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Standard
Operating
Procedures...............
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Protection
Circuitry
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to
Radio
Broadcasts
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Maintenance
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Phono
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Technical Specifications
HB AMPLIFIER SECTION Input sensitivity Load impedance
PHONO 0.3 mV (2.5 mV, THF ’66) MAIN or REMOTE 8~16 ohms
in . TUNER, CD/AUX, TAPE 1, TAPE 2/EQ MAIN and REMOTE 8~16 ohms
- Rated minimum sine wave RMS 17 mV (150 mV, IHF °66)
power output S/N (IHF, A)
20
Hz~20
kHz
both
channels
driven
PHONO
71
dB
(73
dB,
IHF
66)
0.05% total harmonic distortion TUNER, CD/AUX, TAPE 1, TAPE 2/EQ
100W per channel (8 ohms) 75 dB (94 dB, IHF ‘66)°
1 kHz continuous power output Maximum input voltage
both channels driven PHONO 128 mV (135 mV, 1 kHz) M@ GENERAL
0.05% total harmonic distortion Input impedance
100W per channel (8 ohms) PHONO 47 kilohms Power consumption 470W
Dynamic headroom 1.1 dB (8 ohms) TUNER, CD/AUX, TAPE 1, TAPE 2/EQ Power supply
Total harmonic distortion 20 kilohms AC 50 Hz/60 Hz, 110V, 127V, 220V, 240V
half power at 1 kHz 0.03% (8 ohms)
SMPTE intermodulation distortion
0.05% (8 ohms)
Frequency response
PHONO RIAA standard curve +0.8 dB
TUNER, CD/AUX, TAPE 1, TAPE 2/EQ
10 Hz~80 kHz, -3 dB
Tone controls
BASS 50 Hz, +10 dB~-10 dB
TREBLE 20 kHz, +10 dB~~10 dB
SUPER BASS 80 Hz, +6 dB
Output voltage
TAPE 1, 2 REC OUT 150 mV
Low frequency damping factor 50 (8 ohms)
pany oe
Dimensions (WXHXD) 430: 119 X 240 mm
(16-15/16" X:4-11/16" X 9-7/16")
Weight 7.0 kg (15.4 lb.)
Note:
Total harmonic distortion is measured by the
digital spectrum analyzer (H.P. 3045 system).

is eels for —
E.Usea standard electrical: AC. wail outlet
1. Use from an‘ AC power source of high voltage, such. as sfor air
“conditioners, is very. dangerous. ~
Be extremely careful not to make a connection to he eS
trical outlet for a large air conditioner or central-heating unit
which uses high voltage, because there is the possibility of
fire.
2. ADC power source cannot be used. ;
Be sure to check the power source carefully, sapere ona
ship or other place where DC is used.
H
Connection
and
removal
of
the
power
pou
plug
1.
Wet
hands
are
dangerous.
A
dangerous
electric
shock
may
result
if
the
plug
is
touched
“by:
wet
hands.
:
2.
Don’t
pull
the
power
cord.
Always
grasp
the
plug;
never
pull
the
cord
itself.
@ AC outlet on rear panel
. Any equipment connected here should have specified power
consumption or less.
This outlet is exclusively for the connection of other audio
equipment, such as a tape deck. Be sure the power con-
sumption does not exceed the wattage specified near the AC
outlet.
_
2. Never connect other electrical appliances, such as an iron or .
toaster.
If appliances with a large power consumption are con-
nected, an unexpected accident might occur as a result of
overheating.
@ Never attempt to repair or reconstruct this unit
A serious electric shock might occur if this unit is repaired,
disassembled or reconstructed by unauthorized persons, or if
the internal parts are accidently touched.
® For families with children
Never permit children to put anything, especially metal, inside ™
this unit. A serious electric shock or malfunction could occur if
articles such as coins, needles, screwdrivers, etc. are inserted
through:the ventilation holes, etc. of this unit.
Accessories
@ AC power supply cord (Refer to page 4.)................ 1
* Flat cable for remote-control (Refer to page 4.).......... 1
Before Use
Be sure: to: disconnect. the mains: cord before adjusting the
voltage. selector. ..
Use a minus (—) screwdriver to set rine voltage selector (on the
rear panel):to the voltage setting for the-area in ane) the unit
will be used.
(If the power supply in your areais 117 Vor 120V, set to the’ 127 oop
V" position.)
Note that this unit wiil be seriously damaged if this setting is not. :
made correctly.
_@ Turn off after use
oa ‘If the unit is left fora long time with the power on, this will‘not
a only shortenits useful operation life, but may. also cause Olas?
: unexpected. trouble. Bee Bee
@ If water is spilled on the unit
Be extremely careful if water is spilled on the unit, becausea fire
or serious electric shock might. occur. Immediately disconnect
the power cord plug, and consult with your dealer. ee
@ Place the unit where it will be well ventilated, and
away: from direct sunlight
Place this unit at least 10 cm (4”) away from wall surfaces, etc.,
and away from: direct sunlight. Be careful that curtains and
similar materials do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
@ Keep the unit away from heaters, etc. _
Heat can damage the external surfaces as well as ‘internal cir-
cuits and components.
@ Avoid spray-type insecticides :
insecticides might cause cracks or “cloudiness” in the cabinet
-and plastic parts of this unit. The gas usedi in such sprays might,
moreover, be ignited suddenly.
@ Never use alcohol or paint thinner
These and similar chemicals should never be used, because
they may damage the finish.
Bf If trouble occurs
‘if, during. operation, the sound is iriterPapstedt or jndieators no
longer illuminate, or if abnormal odor or smoke: is: detected,
immediately: disconnect the power cord plug, and contact your
dealer or an Authorized Service Center. nee
CAUTION: :
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the
specifications set forth in Subpart J of Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
If this equipment causes interference to radio or television
reception which can.be determined by turning the equipment
on and off, use the equipment'in another location and/or utilize
-fan electrical outlet different from that used by the receiver.

Co | } | ect O i S : If. connections of the.flat cable are wrong, the-units do not.function correctly.
Turntable
AC power supply
cord (Included with
Stereo connection cable ;
turntable)
(included with turntable)
pes)
AC power
Stereo connection cable ‘")
é
.AC.
power
(included
with
tuner)
supply cord su
gheth pply cord
(Included (Included
Flat cable for with tuner) with this
remote-control [a] unit)
operation ; @
This unit (included with this
(SU-V96)(Ry(L)(RY(L) Nit)
Household
AC outlet
Stereo
connec-
tion cables
This terminal can
be used if, in the
future, a turn-
Stereo
connec-
table
with
a
(Included
ean
wire
is
with
tape
tion
cable
i
Included
his
deck)
(Ir
pala
a
with
graphic
Seren
TT
Y
equalizer)
qi
Graphic equalizer (R)(L)(R)(L)
oi Connec-
Stereo
connec-
a
|
AC
Gowercioply
Tecnded
nh
remote
cord
(Included
inclu
a
°
with
tape
deck
compact
disc
control
P
)
©)
House-
player)
(Included
:
with
tape
hold
AC
Tape
deck
(R)
(L)(R)
(L)
deck)
outlet
AC power supply
cord (Included
Connection cable with compact disc
for remote-control payer)
(Included with
compact disc player)
Compact disc
player
“BRE-OUT/MAIN-IN”
terminals: of the amplifier
Do not remove the shorting pins from
these terminals unless you plan to use the
SU-V96 as an independent preamplifier or
main amplifier. (No sound will be heard if
they are removed.) To use it in this way,
consult the operating instructions for the
additional amplifier or preamplifier that
you plan to use.
“SPEAKERS” terminals _
™@ Connection of speaker systems
@ Twist the core of the Oe
connection cords. =a
10 mm
@ Press the button, and + (13/32")
insert the core until it cose
can no longer be seen. Twist
@® Release the button,
and pull the cord
gently to be sure _~
that it is secure.
Note: To prevent damage to circuitry,
never short-circuit plus (+) and minus (—)
speaker terminals. :
@ “REMOTE” terminals
For connection to a second pair of
speakers.
H Load impedance: 80 ~ 160. .....
AC outlets: se
@“UNSWITCHED” outlets
Power is always available, regardless of
the unit’s power switch setting.
Audio equipment rated up to 60 W
(total for all outlets) can be
connected.

Front
Panel
Controls
and
Functions
Power switch (power)
Peak-power meters
(power level meter)
These meters indicate tr, So
value of the output lew
speaker systems.
Tone controls
(bass/treble)
The bass control is
for the low-frequency
sound range, and the
treble control is. for
the high-frequency
sound range.
Headphones jack
(phones)
’
Speaker
selectors
(speakers)
main
(
&>
=):
Sound
canbe
heard
from
the
speaker
systems
connected
to
the
“MAIN” terminals.
remote ( =— =):
Sound
can
be
heard
from
the
speaker
systems
connected
to
the
“REMOTE” terminals.
Note:
al . Super bass button/indicator
(SUPER BASS)
The low-range sound can be
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Anitor Balance controls (balance)
r/indicator These buttons are used to adjust
left/right volume balance.
(ta @ 2/EQ)
Press this selector so that the
tape monitor indicator is
ituminated when playing back
or monitoring the sound from a
tape deck, or when using a
graphic equalizer, etc.
connected to the “TAPE 2/EQ”
terminals. This selector should
be in the out (indicator OFF)
position at all other times.
Input selectors/indicators
‘(input selector).
These selectors are used to select the sound
source to be heard, such as a disc, radio
broadcast, etc.
The corresponding input selector indicator
illuminates during operation to indicate the
selected sound source.
When
only
one
system
of
speakers
is
connected,
no
sound
willbe
heard if both selectors are pressed.

Standard
Operating
Procedures
Before
listervin«
pto
a
disc,
radio
broadcast,
etc.,
(step
1~3)
1 “main” ( > =) and/or
“remote” ( a— =)
Note:
When
only
one
system
of
speakers
is
connected,
no
sound
will
be heard if both selectors are pressed.
: 3 Check to be sure the indicator is not illuminated.
If the indicator is illuminated, press this selector,
2
Power:
“on”
(
—
=)
Tuner.
(ST-S96)
(option)
® This unit
(SU-V96)
Rol moor
When
listening
7S
i
(ci
ae
Ufc{oum
o]
F:
Aamo]
gag
(oh
Ke)
rdalaeteletal
arcr-celelarolatiy
broadcast, etc. has started
Hieadplonas
Press
this
button
to
_Adjust
the
left/right
volume
balance.
(option)
boost
the
ultra-low
While
listening
to
an
AM
broadcast
or
a
monaural
frequency
range.
FM
broadcast,
balance
the
sound
so
that
it
seems
Note:
(The
indicator
will
to
be
heard
from
the
center,
between
the
speakers.
Set
the
volume
control
of
the
iNtuminate.)
If
both
(‘“‘left”
and
“right”)
balance
controls
are
pressed at the same time, the balance will be set to
amplifier to the low position before
the center automatically.
connecting headphones.
lf sound from speakers is not
wanted,
set
the
speaker
selectors
Adjust
she
wolune
level
to
the
“off”
position.
.
Plug type: 1/4 inch phone plug,
stereo
type.
Adjust
the
tone
quality
as
desired.
Low-range sound is adjusted with the bass control (“bass”), and high-
range sound with the treble control (“treble”).
After
listening
has
finished
Remote-control
transmitter
o
Be
sure
to
reduce
the
volume
level,
and
switch
the
tuner
to
notes.
standby
mode
using
its
“standby
6,
on
"
switch
or
an
“on/off”
:
:
:
ees
:
:
During
remote-control
operation,
the
amplifier’s
input
selector
switch
on
the
remote-control
transmitter.
;
.
: ,
setting
will
change
automatically
(corresponding
-
to
the
function
selected
by
the
remote-control
transmitter).
(See
the
operating
instructions
of
the
tuner
for
details
about
the
functions
available
on
the
remote-control
transmitter.)
peration

Listening
to
Radio
Broadcasts
Have
you
completed
the
“Standard
Operating
Procedures”
(page
6)
and
“Memory
Presettings”
(Refer
to
page
8
of
the
tuner’s
operating
instructions.)?
Press
the
input
selector
on
the
amplifier
marked
“tuner”.
tepet_—_—_CD/aux
tuner
phono.
:
(Its
indicator
will
illuminate.)
He
Note:
f
This
step
is
not
necessary
when
using
the
remote-control
transmitter.
2
Press
the
desired
channel
(1
-
24).
_
Adjust
the
volume
level
and
Note:
|
pC
ae
ee
per
the
desired
tone
quality.
When
selecting
channel
1
or
channel
2,
enter
the
selection
as
“01”
or
“02”.
If
-:.
(Refer
to
page
6:)
only
“1”
or
“2”
is
pressed,
channel
access
will
be
delayed
by
two
seconds.
srr
urea
aoe
;
Station
selection
by
using
the
tuning
buttons:
:
Tuning
buttons
Refer
to
page
8
of
the
tuner’s
operating
instructions.
wage
2
Tuner
ST-S96)
H (option)
=
FM mode selector
If the broadcast signal is weak, or if there is a large
Press
the
desired
channel
buttons
(1~0)
in
the
tuner
section
to
amount
of
interference
in
a
stereo
broadcast,
set
to
the
select
the
desired
channels
(1~24).
monaural
mode.
Operation of the remote-control transmitter
Listening to Phono Discs |
Have
you
completed
the
“Standard
Operating
Procedures”
(page
6)?
:
Fi
i
:
ee
tape1
CD/aux
tuner
phono
-
Press
the
input
selector
on
the
amplifier
marked
“phono.”
:
(Its
indicator
will
illuminate.)
:
aa Turntable (SL-BD26U)
& (option)
Set to “Y” to stop the play temporarily.
Set to “Y¥.” to resume the play.
Press to stop the play.
Remove the stylus protector.
(The tape on side of cartridge
prevents the stylus assembly from
_shaking loose.during shipment.) .
Move to the desired position.
(The platter will start turning.)
3 Set to disc’s speed.
Place
a
disc
on
the Set
to
“W.”.
Adjust
the
volume
level
and
the
desired
platter
mat.
(Play
will
start.)
tone
quality.
(Refer
to
page
6.)

Listening to Tapes
Have you completed the “Standard Operating Procedures” (page 6)?
Press
the
input
selector
on
the
amplifier
marked
“tape
1”.
_tapel
CD/aux
tuner
phono
(The
indicator
will
Hiterin
ete)
:
eee
Note:
This
step
is
not
necessary
when
using
the
remote-control
transmitter.
Fs
‘
6& 33
4
2?
Timer
standby
switch:
off
A Select
the
desired
reverse
mode.
.
3
Power:
“on”
(a>
=)
5
Select
the
noise-reduction
system.
Press, then insert a tape Press, then insert a tape
cassette. cassette.
fs Press. vA Press.
The playback indicator will The playback.indicator will.
itluminate, and playback will illuminate, and playback will
begin. begin.
>: “forward” side (the cassette >: “forward” side (the cassette
side facing outward.) side facing outward.)
¢: “reverse” side : “reverse” side
Playback indicator ¢ Playback indicator
Remote-conitrol indicator i Remote-control indicator
Tape deck
(RS-T55R)
#2 (option)
Press to stop the tape. Press to stop the tape.
Press to temporarily stop the tape:
(The playback indicator will flash.)
When listening through headphones Adjust the volume level and the desired tone
Headphones (option) quality. (Refer to page 6.)
Operation of the remote-control transmitter
To start the playback: Hi Fast forward and rewind
1, Press the “DECK A/B” button to select the “DECK A” or “DECK When in the stop mode, press one of the “44/»»” buttons to fast
B”. (The corresponding remote-control indicator will forward or rewind the tape rapidly.
ittuminate.)
2. Press the “play” button on the remote-control transmitter. @ To find a tune’s begining
When in the playback mode, press one of the “44/ >>” Sumens to
To stop the tape: locate and play a certain tune.
Press the “stop” button on the remote-control transmitter.

Listening to Compact Discs or
Other Sources —
Have you completed the “Standard Operating I Procedures” (page 6)?
Note:
When listening to sources other than compact discs, refer to the operating instructions
of the unit to Re used Suter step 2 below.
Press the input selector on the ampilfies; marked “CD/aux’.
(Its indicator willilluminate.)”
Note: This Beier is not necessary when using the remote-control transmitter.
Py Power: “on” (s- =)
Press and insert
the compact disc.
“Press to repeat the play:
Press to change to a different time display mode
Press to memorize the desired track number and the
desired playing time
Time display selector
A Press. (Play will start.)
Adjust the volume level and the
desired tone quality.
(Refer to page 6.)
Compact disc player
(SL-P117) (option)
Press to stop the play temporarily.
Press to stop disc play.
’ (When pressed during programmed play, the
programmed settings will be cancelled.)
Press to select the desired track. (I: for backward
>|: for forward) Keeping either “skip” button pressed
during disc play activates search play.
Operation of the remote-control transmitter
To start the play:
Press the “Pplay” button on the remote-control transmitter.
To stop the play temporarily:
Press the “Pplay” button on the remote-control transmitter
during play.
To stop the play: :
Press the “Mistop” button on the remote-control transmitter.
M@ Skip play
Press one of the “skip” buttons on the remote-control
transmitter momentarily to select the desired track.
@ Search play
Press and hold one of the “skip” buttons on the remote-control
transmitter, and then release it at the desired position.
@ Programmed play
1. Press the numeric buttons to select the track number
desired.
2. Press the memory button.
(The track number will be programmed.)
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to program further tracks.
>
. Press the“ >play” button on the remote-control transmitter.
Preset edit play
Press the time display selector on the compact disc player.
Set the play time using the numeric buttons on the remote-
control transmitter.
3. Press the memory button on the remote-control transmitter.
4. Press the “play” button on the remote-control transmitter.
uo @
To cancel:a track number selected in error:
1. Key in the incorrect numbers by using. numeric buttons on
the remote-control transmitter.
2. Press the clear button on the remote-control transmitter.

Adjusting
the
Tone
Quality
Have you completed the “Standard Operating Procedures” (page 6)?
Power:
Set
to
the
center
3
“tape
2/EQ”
|
Press
so
that
the
indicator
“on”
position.
(The
indicator
will
_T
does
not
illuminate.
illuminate.)
;
:
(a-
=)
This
unit
==
SUPER
BASS
(SU-V96)
=|
apitane.t
pe
fe
Cosine
e}
@
Graphic
equalizer
L—~
(SH-8016)
=
8
(option)
Romocace
1 Beeeova0gt
a a
BRSPLCLOOR B Bs
Adjust the left and/or right - Start the desired “sou rce”’ ( -_ a)
channel tone quality as desired. program source: Set to the “tape” position to listen to a tape deck,
a 7 (Refer to pages
etc. connected to this graphic equalizer.:
7~9.) Dente Teed
@ When the equalizer effect is not wanted:
Operation of the remote-co.
Set the power/equalizer switch (step 1) to the “off” position. =e one eremote contra
transmitter
Press the “Equalizer-in/out” button can be used to turn the
graphic equalizer connected to the “TAPE 2/EQ” terminals on
and off.
This.is the deep bass sound range. When this level is increased, the String instruments and wind instruments are in this range: When
sound quality of a bass guitar, drums, etc. will be stabilized for a this level is increased, their brilliance is emphasized for more
full, rich sound. colorful sound.
This is the bass sound range. When this level is increased, the
sound will seem to have a greater fullness and depth. Indistinct
sounds can, moreover, be made distinct by lowering the level. This is the range for adjusting sound’s luster and brightness. When
this level is increased, an additional degree of brilliance and color
is added. For sounds which seem too metallic, on the other hand,
they can be softened by reducing the level.
This range is the fundamental sound range. When this level is
increased, a forceful “punch” is added. This level adjustment is
also used to add additional richness to male vocal sounds.
Polish and fineness are added in this range. When this level is
This is the range of. most human. voices. When this level is increased, the sound of cymbals, the triangle, etc. take on added
increased, a-degree of clarity and brilliance is added to the voice, brilliance. Tape “hiss” noise can be reduced, moreover, by
and additional ambience can.be obtained. reducing this level setting.
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