Setting up the system

Make connections as shown on the following pages. When connecting the related system components, be sure to also refer to the instruction manuals supplied with the components you are connecting.

Do not connect the power cord to a wall outlet until all connections are completed.

DTS disclaimer clause

DTS Digital Surround™ is a discrete 5.1 channel digital audio format available on CD, LD, and DVD software which consequently cannot be decoded and played back inside most CD, LD, or DVD players. For this reason, when DTS-encoded software is played back through the analog outputs of the CD, LD, or DVD player, excessive noise will be exhibited. To avoid possible damage to the audio system, proper precautions should taken by the consumer if the analog outputs are connected directly to an amplification system. To enjoy DTS Digital Surround™ playback, an external 5.1 channel DTS Digital Surround™ decoder system must be connected to the digital output (S/P DIF, AES/EBU, or TosLink) of the CD, LD or DVD player.

Notes

1.Be sure to insert all connection cords securely. If their connections are imperfect, the sound may not be produced or noise may interfere.

2.Be sure to remove the power cord from the AC outlet before plugging or unplugging any connection cords. Plugging/unplugging connection cords without disconnecting the power cord can cause malfunctions and may damage the unit.

3.Do not connect power cords from components which power consump- tion is larger than what is indicated on the AC outlet at the rear of this unit.

Analog connections

Audio connections are made using RCA pin cords. These cables transfer stereo audio signal in an “analog” form. This means the audio signal corresponds to the actual audio of two channels. These cables usually have 2 plugs on each end, one red for the right channel and one white for the left channel. These cables are usually packaged with the source unit, or are available at your local electronics retailer.

Microcomputer malfunction

If operation is not possible or an erroneous display appears, even though all connections have been made properly, reset the microcomputer

referring to “In case of difficulty”.

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CAUTION

Be sure to adhere to the followings, or proper ventilation will be blocked causing damage or fire hazard.

• Do not place any objects impairing heat radiation onto the top of unit.

Input mode settings

CD/DVD, DVD/6ch, VIDEO2 and VIDEO3 inputs each include jacks for digital audio input and analog audio input.

You must select beforehand which type of input is to be used for each connected component.

The initial factory settings for audio signal playback (CD/DVD, DVD/6ch) and (VIDEO2, VIDEO3) are digital and analog respec- tively.

To use the analog audio input for playback instead (if, for example, you have connected a VCR to the VIDEO2 or VIDEO3 input), you must set the input mode for the corresponding input to the analog mode.

After completing connections and turning on the receiver, follow the steps below.

INPUT SELECTOR

INPUT MODE

1Use the INPUT SELECTOR knob to select CD/DVD, DVD/6ch, VIDEO2, or VIDEO3.

2Press the INPUT MODE key.

Each press switches the setting as follows:

In DTS play mode

1 D-AUTO(digital input, auto sound)

2 D-MANUAL(digital input, manual sound)

In DVD/6ch play mode

1 D-AUTO(digital input, auto sound)

2 D-MANUAL(digital input, manual sound)

3 6ch INPT (DVD/6ch input)

4 ANALOG (analog input, manual sound)

In modes other than DTS or DVD/6ch play mode

1 D-AUTO(digital input, auto sound)

2 D-MANUAL(digital input, manual sound)

3 ANALOG (analog input, manual sound)

Digital input:

Select this setting to play digital signals from a DVD, CD, or LD player.

Analog input:

Select this setting to play analog signals from a cassette deck, VCR, or turntable.

Auto sound:

In the auto sound mode (AUTO SOUND indicator lights), the receiver selects the listening mode automatically during playback to match the type of input signal (Dolby Digital, PCM, DTS ) and the speaker setting. The initial factory setting is auto sound on.

To keep the receiver set to the currently selected listening mode, use the INPUT MODE key to select “D-MANUAL” (manual sound). However, even when this setting is selected, there may be cases in which the listening mode is selected automatically to match a Dolby Digital source signal depending on the combination of listening mode and source signal.

If the INPUT MODE key is pressed quickly, sound may not be produced.

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Preparations