Emotiva DMC-1 manual LCD Display, Button and Display Light, Device Buttons, Main Button

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1LCD Display

The top line shows the present device, mode or status, and it shows when a remote command is being transmitted. The bottom line shows the page number, status and basic instructions during programming.

The main part of the display shows the labels of the ten DEVICE buttons. You can change any label and customize the remote to fit your system. Note: this is not a touch-sensitive screen, just a way of labeling the device buttons on each side, and showing instructions and status.

2Button and Display Light

The button on the right side of the remote briefly turns on the lights for the buttons and display. Pressing it again will turn it off. The duration of time the lights stay on is adjustable or the lights can be disabled.

Adjusting the LCD Contrast

The contrast of the display can be changed by holding down the MAIN button and pressing the Joystick Pad UP or DOWN.

3DEVICE Buttons

Once you press a device button, all the device buttons change label and function to become buttons to operate your device. There are two pages per device, and you can move between them using the PAGE button.

4PAGE Button

Use this to jump to various display pages. For example, if you press the EMO device button, the display changes to some show buttons which control your DMC-1. If you press PAGE, the display will move to page 2, showing more functions for the DMC-1

5MAIN Button

This button will return the remote display back to the Main menu. Depending on which mode you are in, it may take two or more presses. This will help you get back to the Main menu if you ever get lost in the menus.

6FAV Button

This button allows you to step through five display pages of your favorite TV and radio stations. These can be set and relabeled to suit.

7JOYSTICK PAD

This pad and surrounding buttons are used to operate standard DVD menus, and VCR and Tape Deck controls. In EMO mode, if you press MENU, the On Screen Display will appear and the joystick can be used to select and adjust the various items.

8M1, M2 and M3 Macro Buttons

These MACRO buttons can be programmed to send out a sequence of commands with a single press.

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Contents USER’S Guide Page Table of Contents Audio Outputs Audio InputsFM Antenna AM Antenna Digital Inputs Digital OutputParty Main Zone MenuVideo Menu Subwoofer ModeZone 2 Menu Tuner Operation Recording Zone 2 OperationTechnical Specifications Licensing and Trademark Disclosures Safety Precautions Page NEC National Electrical Code Standards Thank You for your DMC-1 Purchase Dear Home Entertainment EnthusiastDMC-1 Unpacking the DMC-1Recording the Serial Number Serial Number Place of Purchase Date of PurchaseFeatures of the DMC-1 A/V Controller Important Please note the DMC-1 DMC-1 Front Panel FeaturesPower Button Is operated from the DMC-1 remoteDigi Dolby DigitalDTS Additional Front Panel Features Panel DIM ButtonComponent Video DMC-1 Rear Panel LayoutAudio/Video Inputs Audio/Video Outputs Channels10 8-CH Analog Input Stereo Outputs FM AntennaGround Screw Side-Axis OutputsDigital Inputs IEEE-1394 Firewire PortIEC Line Cord Socket Connection Tips for Superior Sound Installation and ConnectionsAC Power Considerations Page What is Component Video? What is Composite Video?What is S-Video? Connection Tips for Video Quality and FlexibilityZone Specific Turn-On Triggers Video Up ConversionVideo Output to the Main Screen and OSD Here are two connection options OptionConnection Diagrams Page Connecting to the TV or Projector using Component Video Connecting a VCR Analog Audio and Composite Video Connecting a CD Player Analog Audio Connecting a Cassette Tape or DAT Deck Connecting the 8-Channel Analog Inputs Connecting the AM and FM Antennas Connecting an Amplifier Main Zone Connecting an Amplifier Zone Connecting an Amplifier Zone Overview of the DMC-1 Remote Button LayoutDevice Buttons LCD DisplayButton and Display Light ButtonQuick Start Instructions for DMC-1 Setup Quick Start Setup InstructionsAdding Batteries to the Remote Control · Speaker Size · Speaker Calibration · Speaker PositionA cohesive sound field Available and it is highly recommendedDistance menu Feature Number Turning on Zone Operation of the DMC-1 using the RemoteTurning on the Main Zone Programming and Configuring Your Components PRO Learn FAV Macro Punch Recal Erase Edit Light CloneLearn FAV Setup Erase Recal Recall Clone OSD Activation On-Screen Display OSD FunctionsVideo Connections DVD Digital 48KTrim Menu How to Navigate the OSD MenusOSD Menus UP Arrow Right Arrow Left Arrow Down ArrowModes Menu DTS LFESelected. Also, this input only works in the Main Tone MenuInputs Menu Tuner Preset Menu Saving AM/FM PresetsPower Up Volume Mode Settings MenusPower Up Source Power Up VolumeSIDE-AXIS Speakers Speakers Menu SizeMain Speakers Surround Back Speakers Surround SpeakersCenter Speaker SubwooferSpeaker Position Distance Speakers Menu Calibration Use the OSD to navigate to the Speaker Calibration menuCrossover Adjustment Video Delay OSD Popup Volume, Source, and ModeVideo Default VID2/MON2 OUTSoftware Menu Surround Modes for 2 Channel Source Material Special Features of the Emotiva DMC-1Bass Management Jazz Club Dolby PRO Logic II and Dolby PRO LogicParty DTS Surround Modes for Multi-Channel SourcesSource Direct DTS ES Setting the Presets Tuning Stations ManuallyTuning Stations Directly Tuner OperationRecalling a Preset Station Scanning PresetsRecording Recording to a Tape Player Connections IndicatorsZone 2 Adjust Page Software Upgrades on CD Speaker Placement Tips Tips Before You BeginFront Speakers Center SpeakerSide-Axis Speakers Surround SpeakersSurround Back Speakers Subwoofer LocationPlay a test Tone or low bass music Place the subwoofer Remote Control Codes Audio ComponentsCable Boxes Satellite/DSS Receivers DVD PlayersLaserdisc Players Televisions VCRs Page Troubleshooting Guide No Sound from one or more full range speakersSee pages See page 50Make sure the disc is not dirty or scratched See pages 43Zone 2 does not play digital inputs Hum Noises Favorite Settings Log Video Settings Selection RS-232 Port Rear Main I/R Rear Zone 2 I/R Front Panel I/RDVD SAT VID Tuner Tape Phono PositionTechnical Specifications XLR OutputsLicensing and Trademark Disclosures DTS DisclosureEmotiva Limited WarrantyService Assistance for the DMC-1 Page Franklin, TN

DMC-1 specifications

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Emotiva's focus on user experience is evident in the DMC-1’s intuitive interface. It includes a full-color LCD screen and customizable on-screen menus, making navigation effortless. Additionally, the DMC-1 comes with a dedicated remote control, as well as integration options for control systems, making it easy to include in any smart home setup.

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