Arcam AVR200 Connecting outputs, Connecting to other equipment, Connecting to a power supply

Connecting outputs

Connecting to other equipment

MONITOR OUT

Both composite and S-video monitor outputs are provided for connection to the ‘Video line in’ of your TV, monitor, or projector. If you have both Composite and S-video inputs connected to your AVR200 you need only connect the S-VIDEOMonitor Output to your TV (provided that your TV accepts an S-video input).

LOUDSPEAKER OUTPUTS

Before connecting loudspeakers to your AVR200 you must set the Impedance switch on the rear to the correct position.

WARNING: Never adjust this switch with the power on or you will damage the AVR200.

If your loudspeakers are rated at 6Ω or lower set the switch to the 4–6Ωposition. If your loudspeakers are rated higher than 6Ω , set the switch to the 8Ω position.

WARNING: This unit should only be used with loudspeakers with an impedance rating between 4Ω and 8Ω .

WARNING: When connecting loudspeakers, ensure that no stray strands of wire are allowed to touch other cables or the AVR200’s casing as this can cause a short circuit and damage the amplifier.

Connecting to a power supply

Wrong plug?

Check that the plug supplied with the unit fits your supply and that your mains supply voltage agrees with the voltage setting (120V or 230V) indicated on the rear panel of the unit.

If your mains supply voltage or mains plug is different, consult your Arcam dealer or Arcam Customer Support on +44 (0)1223 203203.

Mains lead

The appliance is normally supplied with a moulded mains plug already fitted to the lead. If for any reason the plug needs to be removed, it must be disposed of immediately and securely, as it is a potential shock hazard when inserted into the mains socket. Should you require a new mains lead, contact your Arcam dealer.

Plugging in

Push the plug (IEC line socket) of the power cable supplied with the unit into the socket (AC INLET) in the back of the unit. Make sure it is pushed in firmly.

Put the plug on the other end of the cable into your power supply socket and switch the socket on.

Non-use periods

If the unit is to be left unused for an extended period, we recommend that you switch the unit off from the front panel button, rather than use ‘stand by’ mode with the remote control.

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Bi-wiring and Bi-amping loudspeakers

Notes on these techniques are given in the Reference section of this handbook.

Preamplifier outputs

If you wish to upgrade your system by adding a power amplifier, always specify an Arcam unit to ensure matching gain.

The AVR200 has six line-level pre-amp outputs that can be connected to Arcam external power amplifiers to bi-amplify (‘bi-amp’) any of the channels. Alternatively, the AVR200 can be used solely as a preamplifier.

Depending on how your system is configured, the subwoofer AUDIO PRE-OUTshould be connected using a line level interconnect, to either:

■an active subwoofer, or

■a power amplifier used to drive a passive subwoofer.

DIGITAL OUT

Use this socket to connect to the input of a suitable digital recorder (e.g. a CD-R or minidisc). When using a coaxial digital input, the signal is passed through the AVR200 with no changes. An optical input is restricted to a maximum frequency of 48kHz.

12V TRIGGER OUT

This connection is normally used only with multi-room installations. If you are bi-amping with a power amplifier and wish to power both units on or off simultaneoulsy, see page 15.

PHONES (Headphone output)

A 6.3mm stereo jack socket is provided on the front panel for headphone listening. Inserting the jack automatically mutes (i.e.

cuts off) the loudspeakers, and AUDIO PRE-OUToutputs. Surround

AVR200

mode settings are ignored: headphone output is in stereo.

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