Arcam AVR400 manual General Setup, Auto Setup, General information and system controls

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Contrast – Sets the video contrast for this input. This setting can be used to compensate for too much or too little contrast in the source picture on this input when compared with other video sources.

Colour – Sets the video colour saturation for this input. This setting can be used to compensate for too much or too little colour in the source picture on this input when compared with other video sources.

Picture Mode – Sets how the video processor in the AVR400 interprets the video on this input. Normally the video processor automatically detects the original source type and correctly sets either Video mode or Film mode processing. In the unlikely event that the video processor misinterprets the video type, resulting in subtle picture artefacts, the video processor can be manually forced into Video mode or Film mode. This function should normally be set to Auto.

Edge Enhancement – Sharpens the picture from a source on this input.

MPEG N.R. – Removes artefacts in overly compressed digital video from a source on this input.

Noise Reduction – Removes random noise within the picture from a source on this input.

Component Mode – Configures the current three-wire high quality analogue video input for component (YUV) video signals or RgB video signals. It is important

to match the setting to the incoming video format otherwise the colours will be incorrect and the picture may be unstable.

Options are Normal, RgsB and RgB+Sync.

<Normal: (default) the three-wire input is configured for normal Component (YUV / YPbPr) analogue video.

<RGsB: the three-wire input is configured for RgB analogue video with video ‘sync-on-green’.

<RGB+Sync: the three wire input is configured for RgB analogue video, with the video sync signal on the composite input for the current named source.

You should typically select RgB+Sync if you are using a standard SCART to 4-wire phono breakout cable to connect an RgB SCART source.

NOTE: If RgB+Sync is selected, the S-Video and Composite inputs cannot be selected as video inputs for the current source.

Video Source – Selects the video signal connection for this source. The default is HDMI; this setting must be changed if another connection is used.

<HDMI: the unit is forced to use the HDMI video input for this source.

<Component: the unit is forced to use the CoMPONENT/RGB video input for this source.

<S-Video:the unit is forced to use the S-VidEOinput for this source.

<Composite: the unit is forced to use the CoMPOSitE video input for this source.

Audio Source – Selects the particular connection type for each input. The default is HDMI; this setting must be changed if another connection is used.

Select from the list the audio type you are using on this source.

<HDMI: the unit is forced to use the HDMI audio input for this source.

<Digital: the unit is forced to use the optical (TOSLiNK) or coaxial (S/PDIF) digital audio input for this source

<Analogue: the unit is forced to use the analogue audio input for this source.

General Setup

General information and system controls.

Source Input – (Information only) The currently selected input to which the settings below relate.

Incoming Format – (Information only) The format of the digital audio stream connected to this input, if present.

Incoming Sample Rate – (Information only) The sample rate of the digital audio stream connected to this input, if present.

Incoming Bit Rate – (Information only) The bit rate of the digital audio stream connected to this input, if present.

Dialnorm – (Information only) If a Dolby Digital audio stream is connected to this input, this is the Dialogue Normalisation setting requested by the stream.

Video Input – The currently selected video input. For inputs that have video connections (e.g. SAT, PVR etc), audio and video inputs normally switch over together. However, here you can temporarily select a different video source for the current audio source. This feature may be useful, for example, if you are watching a sports game on satellite but on this occasion wish to listen to the commentary on the radio instead. This temporary override is reset when the input source is changed so

that the Video Input follows the Audio Input setting (or the setting in the Video Inputs menu, if applicable).

Audio Compression – Allows selection of compression which is ideal for late night listening. The compression effect increases the volume of the quiet passages

and decreases the volume of the louder passages. Compression only applies to Dolby soundtrack formats that support this function (DTS is not supported).

<Off: (default) no audio compression is applied.

<Medium: compression is applied so that loud portions of a soundtrack are reduced in level.

<High: the maximum amount of dynamic range compression is applied, so that the difference between loud and quiet portions of a soundtrack is minimised.

This setting applies to all inputs when a relevant digital audio stream is detected. It is stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

Balance – To alter the sound balance temporarily between front left and right speakers. You can alter the sound stage to either the left or the right by up to 6dB. Note that it is not possible to shift the audio signal completely over to one channel. This function resets to equal left/right balance when the input is changed.

PLII Dimension –

PLII Centre Width –

PLII Panorama –

These allow the adjustment of the sound field for Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding of two-channel sources. These setting apply to all inputs when PLII or PLIIx Music decoding is selected. The settings are stored in memory and recalled each time PLII or PLIIx Music mode is selected.

<PLII Dimension: Allows the user gradually to adjust the sound field either towards the front or towards the rear. Settings range from -3 to +3. We recommend Dimension is set to 0 for normal use.

<PLII Centre Width: Controls the centre image width.With Pro Logic decoding, dominant centre signals come only from the centre speaker. If no centre speaker is present, the decoder splits the centre signal equally to the left and right speakers to create a ‘phantom’ centre image. The Centre Width control allows variable adjustment of the centre image so it may be heard only from the centre speaker; only from the left/right speakers as a phantom image; or from all three front speakers to varying degrees. We recommend Centre Width is set to 3 for normal use.

<PLII Panorama: Extends the front centre image to include the surround speakers for an exciting ‘wrap- around’ effect with side-wall imaging.

Digital Output Freq. – Sets the sampling frequency of the audio Analogue-to-Digital converter. This setting applies to all inputs when analogue audio is being processed (i.e. not Stereo Direct mode). It is stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

Maximum Volume – Limits the maximum volume setting the system can be turned up to in the main zone. This is a useful feature to prevent accidental overdriving of low power-handling speakers (for example). It is stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

Max On Volume – Limits the maximum volume the system operates in the main zone when it is switched on or comes out of Standby. The system comes on at this stored volume setting if the last used (possibly very loud) volume exceeds this value. It is stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

Display on time – Sets the time that the front panel display remains illuminated after receiving a command. The default is always on.

Audio In iPod – If you have an iPod connected to the AVR400 using an Arcam irDock or rLead, this control allows you to set which audio input is used.

CEC Control – Enables or disables HDMI CEC control, a system that allows devices connected with HDMI to control other compatible connected devices.

ARC Control – Enables or disables the HDMI 1.4 Audio Return Channel. This allows for television sound to be sent back to the AVR400, via the “Display” input.

HDMI Audio To TV – Enables or disables the transmission of HDMI audio from the HDMI output connector. Enable this setting if you wish to be able to listen using your TV speakers.

RS232 Control – Enables or disables RS232 control, a system that allows control from various third-party

home automation systems.

Auto Setup

Auto Speaker Setup of your loudspeakers and subwoofer (if present) is controlled by this menu. A full description of how Auto Speaker Setup works is given on page E-33. Remember to insert the calibration microphone into the AUX input on the front panel and position the

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Contents N d b o o k AVR surround amplifier Page English Class II product SafetyImportant safety instructions FCC Information for US customers 1. Product Safety information For European CustomersEnglish Important notice Do not modify this productPage DIY setup? ContentsProfessional Installation? WelcomeBefore you Begin… Placing the unit PowerStandby power Interconnect cablesTrademark acknowledgements Speaker connectors Audio connectorsDigital connectors Preamplifier outputMaking connections Hdmi connectorsGeneral Component/RGB video connectors Zone 2 connectors Digital audio connectors EnglishFront panel Phones socket MCH input Analogue audio inputs Front panel AUX inputAnalogue pre-amplifier outputs Long cables or several inputs in parallel if requiredEnglish CD player Blu-ray Disc Bd / DVD playerSatellite receiver BD/SATConnecting an iPod using the Arcam irDock Radio Connectors Aerial connectorsOther Connectors Front left and right SpeakersCentre Subwoofer Surround back left and right Surround left and rightConnecting subwoofers Connecting speakersUsing external power amplifiers Bi-Amping the Front Left & Right speakersOperating your AVR400 Switching onOperation Selecting a sourceUpdating firmware via USB Using ZoneExtended front panel menu Front panel Operation Using the remote control CR102 universal remote controllerInserting batteries into the remote control Device Mode / Source keys Useful informationControlling other devices Code blink-backAMP AMP Device Mode IPod commandsNetwork commands TUN TUN Device ModeDVD DVD/BD Device Mode AVR400 AVR400.SHIFT + Hselects AUX input on SAT SAT Device ModeAV AV Device Mode Duplicates function of YELlOW key for somePVR PVR Device Mode VCR VCR Device ModeCD CD Device Mode English Speaker Distances Essential SetupSpeaker types Speaker LevelsUsing a subwoofer Auto speaker SetupProblems Setup menus Navigating the setup menuInput Config Treble BassOff default no audio compression is applied General SetupAuto Setup General information and system controlsSpkr Distance None speaker not present in your configurationSpkr Types Spkr LevelsMode Video InputsVideo Outputs Zone Settings NetworkTwo-channel source modes Decoding ModesIntroduction Decoding modes High resolution audio sourcesMulti-channel source modes For Dolby Digital sourcesDolby Volume is a sophisticated new SettingsVolume Leveller Calibration OffsetEnglish Deleting Presets Tuning/Channel SelectionSaving and selecting Presets Tuner OperationUSB playback Network/usb OperationSelecting the playback source Internet radio stationsZone 2 control connections Multi-room Set upZone Multi-room connection guide Customising CR102 Code LearningKey Mover Volume punch-throughCreating Macros To restore a moved Device Mode key to its original state Mode MoverLocking/Unlocking a specific Device Mode Copy a key between Device ModesMode key IR punch-through Resetting the CR102Problem Check that Speakers Switched offWired network Network hardware Or DTS decoding modesSpecifications Continual improvement policyClaims under guarantee Product GuaranteeWorldwide Guarantee Problems?Page Device code Tables Code Tabelle für Fremdgeräte Tabellen ApparaatcodesHCM GBCGEC HYDRBM NU-TECOKI RCAGPX YU-MA-TUAVP NTL STSADB UPCAMW 3D LABAKI AtacomXMS TSMTVE AsciKPN HNEIdte SATPage SH230 Issue
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AVR400 specifications

The Arcam AVR400 is a high-performance AV receiver designed to provide an immersive home theater experience. As part of Arcam’s esteemed lineup, the AVR400 combines advanced technology with exceptional sound quality, catering to audiophiles and home cinema enthusiasts alike.

At the heart of the AVR400 is its impressive power amplification, providing 100 watts per channel across 7 channels, ensuring a robust performance capable of driving a wide range of speakers. This power output is complemented by a high-current design, which means the receiver can handle dynamic audio passages without distortion, offering clarity in both subtle and explosive soundtracks.

One of the standout features of the AVR400 is its support for various surround sound formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. This allows for an unparalleled audio experience, transporting users right into the heart of the action. Additionally, the AVR400 is equipped with the latest HDMI inputs, ensuring compatibility with a multitude of high-definition sources, including Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices.

The AVR400 also boasts advanced video processing capabilities, supporting 4K pass-through as well as upscaling of lower-resolution content to 4K. This makes it an ideal choice for users looking to future-proof their home theater setup, as it can seamlessly integrate with modern 4K televisions while enhancing the quality of older content.

User-friendliness is another essential characteristic of the Arcam AVR400. It comes equipped with an intuitive on-screen menu system that simplifies the setup process. The inclusion of an automatic calibration system helps optimize speaker settings in accordance with the room acoustics, ensuring users achieve the best sound possible from their setup.

Furthermore, the network features of the AVR400 allow for streaming audio from various online services and wireless devices. Built-in support for DLNA enables users to access their media library wirelessly, while the USB input allows for direct playback from flash drives or external hard drives.

In terms of build quality, the Arcam AVR400 embodies the brand’s commitment to excellence. With a sleek design, high-quality materials, and an engineered chassis that minimizes vibration and interference, the AVR400 is not only visually appealing but also built to deliver performance over time.

In summary, the Arcam AVR400 is a feature-rich AV receiver offering a perfect blend of power, precision, and versatility. Whether for movie nights or music listening, it stands out as a reliable choice for those seeking high-quality audio and video reproduction in their home entertainment systems.
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