other
connectors
NOTE
Sockets referring to ‘Z2’ relate to connections used in
English
Data connectors
rLead/irDock
For use with an Arcam rLead or irDock accessory. See page
RS232 serial connector
Use with control devices having an RS232 serial port (for example, Crestron and AMX touch screen controllers).
Network connector
This section deals with installation of the unit into an existing home network. For
information on how to use the
AVR400’s network features,
the USB socket, and for a list
of supported file types, refer to page
Networking is a large subject
and only the briefest guidelines are presented in this handbook. Please contact your Arcam dealer or specialist installer for more information about introducing the AVR400 into your computer network.
Ethernet
If an Ethernet cable is connected, the AVR400 will automatically attempt to connect to your network.
You should use CAT5 cable plugged into the RJ45 socket labelled ETHERNET on the rear panel.
If your network uses static IP addressing rather than DHCP, you will need to provide IP address, gateway, DNS and proxy information. See page
USB connector
The AVR400 can play files
stored on a USB mass storage
device, typically a pen drive, but any USB device that complies with the ‘mass storage device‘ class is compatible.
The AVR400 only supports the direct connection of USB devices and will not support devices connected through a hub. If regular access to the USB socket is required, you may find it convenient to use a USB extension lead.
See page
Trigger connectors
The trigger connectors (Trig Z1 and Trig Z2) provide an electrical signal
whenever the AVR400 is switched on and the relevant zone enabled.
The trigger signal can be used to switch on and off compatible pieces of home
entertainment equipment, for example, you could set up a trigger to turn on your television and BD player whenever the
AVR400 was switched on.
There are two trigger output sockets on the AVR400, each capable of outputting a 12V, 70mA switching signal. The socket is designed for mono 3.5mm jacks: tip is the trigger output, sleeve is ground.
tip: Trigger output 
sleeve: Ground
TRIG Z1
Use for remotely turning on and off power amps or source equipment for Zone 1. On = 12V, Off = 0V.
TRIG Z2
Use for remotely turning on and off power amps or source equipment for Zone 2. On = 12V, Off = 0V.
Infra-red (IR) connectors
The
There are two IR inputs on the AVR400, each designed for stereo or mono 3.5mm jacks. Tip is the modulated signal, sleeve is ground.
tip: Modulated signal 
sleeve: Ground
Z1 IR
This input is intended for use with a local IR receiver when the front panel of the AVR400 is blocked.
Connecting an IR receiver to Z1 IR will disable to front panel IR receiver to prevent problems with multiple commands if the front panel IR receiver is only partially obstructed.
Z2 IR
This input is intended for use with an IR receiver in Zone 2 to allow remote control of AVR400 from a second room.
A supplier of
NOTE
The IR inputs on the AVR400 are designed for modulated signals. If the external IR receiver demodulates the IR signal, it will not work. Also the AVR400 does not provide power for external receivers on the IR jack, therefore an external power source will be required.
