Technics SA-DA8, SA-DA10 Preparation, Connection, Preparatory steps, Speaker settings

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Preparatory steps

Speaker settings

These settings should be done to get the most from the unit’s DSP reproduction modes (a pages 20 and 21).

In SIZE

Set the type (LARGE or SMALL) and presence (NONE, YES or NO) of your speakers. Select “LARGE” if the speakers can produce bass (below around 100 Hz). Select “SMALL” if the speakers cannot produce bass. Select “NONE” if center and surround speakers aren’t connected. Select “NO” if a subwoofer isn’t connected. The sound for those speakers is then produced through the front speakers.

In DISTANCE

Enter the distance of front, center surround speakers from the listening position so the sound from the speakers reaches the listening position at the same time. The unit calculates the delay time for the center and surround speakers based on these distances.

In FILTER

Enter the cutoff frequency for your subwoofer based on the bass capability of your front speakers

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SPEAKERS

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SPEAKERS

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SPEAKERS

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INPUT SELECTOR

 

1 Press [/l].

2 Press [A] and [B] at the same time.

“SETTING” appears on the display.

3 To set “SIZE”

1Press [A] to select “SIZE”.

Each time you press the button, the display switches as follows.

SIZE DISTANCE FILTER DR COMP

2Press [B] to select the speaker channel to be set.

Each time you press the button, the display switches as follows.

FRONTCENTERSURROUND SUB-WFR

SUB-WFR=SUBWOOFER

3Turn [INPUT SELECTOR] to set the type (LARGE, SMALL) and presence (NONE, YES or NO) of the speaker.

Each time you turn the selector, the display switches as follows.

FRONT:

SMALL LARGE

CENTER, SURROUND:

NONE SMALL LARGE

SUBWOOFER:

NO YES

The factory settings are as follows.

Front, center and surround speakers: LARGE

Subwoofer:YES

4Repeat steps 2 and 3 to complete the size settings for all speakers.

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Contents SA-DA8 Table of contents Before use How to replace the fuseBefore use EB area code model onlySafety precautions To enjoy surround sound When using DVD 6CH Input modeSize DistanceFront panel controls $5Signal format indicators $3Low impedance indicator LOW IMP $4Front speaker indicator$6DSP sound mode indicators Name Ref.page9DSP sound mode select button 0Direct tuning/disc enter button1Delay time/level adjust buttons 1TV volume buttonsCorrect method of use Concerning the remote controlBattery installation Connections Connecting a DVD playerOptical fiber cable ConnectionConnecting to the VCR 3 terminals on the front panel Connecting video equipmentConnections Optical fiber cable not included Video cable not includedConnections Connecting audio equipmentAntenna connections AC mains lead Connecting the AC mains lead and other informationSpeaker connections Placement of speakersConnecting speakers Bi-wiring connection Connecting the cablesSpeaker impedance 6-16Ω Speaker connectionsPreparation Speaker settingsConnection Preparatory stepsPress a to select Distance Complete the size settings forPress B to select the speaker Channel to be setAdjusting speaker output level Stereo mode About the program format indicators L, C, R, LS, S, LFE, RSSurround mode Following indicators light depending on the sourceIf the DTS source you are playing is not recognized DSP sound modesSFC modes Press DSP Sound Mode to select Desired mode Press Digital Input to select the desired input modeEnjoying the sounds Press /l Select the speaker systems to be usedOperations Start the source Adjust the volumePress SFC to select the desired SFC ModeTo enjoy bi-amp sound Ensure BI-AMP lights when BI-WIRE isSelected Press Tape MonitorTo adjust the sound balance To adjust the tone qualityTurn Balance to adjust the left/right sound balance When using the VCR 3 terminalsStart the desired source Switching DVD analogue inputTurn Input Selector to select DVD Press DVD 6CH Input Turn Input Selector to select the source Press Vgca Vgca modeTo confirm the current display To turn Vgca offIf noise is excessive in the FM stereo mode Sequential tuningRadio If there is hissing or thumping while the radio is playingFunctions Direct tuningRadio Press TUNER/BANDPreset tuning Radio functions Press RDS Press PRESET, Display ModeTo display RDS information Press RDS Press Tuning PTY search and EON tuningSelector to select the desired Program typeWhen no EON is displayed EON tuningPress FM MODE, EON To check the program type while on reception standbyDisplay Explanation About the PTY displayDynamic range compression To listen through headphonesOther functions Others When using the unit in a darkened roomTo mute the sound level Press MutingSA-DA10 Remote controlTo operate the receiver Remote controlTo select the desired channel directly To select radio stations by frequencyDirect Tuning Remote controlTo operate a cassette deck To operate a CD player or MD deckSA-DA8 To fast-forward or rewind the video tape To stop play To watch TV broadcastsTo watch video tapes DVD To start siow-motion play To operate a DVD playerTo select still pictures Page skip To select a group To stop playSA-DA10 only To change the remote control code TV codes Recording on a tape deck or VCR Making a recordingBegin the source to be recorded To monitor sound being recorded onto a tape deckSetting the timers Timer functionPress TIMER, -MODE, -TIME to select the desired timer mode ReferenceProblem Probable causes Suggested remedy Pages Troubleshooting guideWhile listening to FM broadcasts While listening to AM broadcastsMaintenance Reset functionCommon Problems If the surfaces are dirtySpecifications DIN 45

SA-DA8, SA-DA10 specifications

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