Outlaw Audio 970 Antenna Connections, Amplifier Connections see, Subwoofer Connection see

Owner’s Manual

Connecting Your Model 970

Audio Connections

Analog If your display device has an internal tuner with an analog audio output, connect the L and R channel outputs to the Video 1-3 analog audio inputs (RP16 or RP17).

Digital If your display device has a digital audio output, connect it to one of the coaxial or optical input jacks (RP12). Note the selected input on your worksheet for configuration later.

Antenna Connections

The Model 970 has an internal AM/FM tuner with separate connections for each band’s antenna.

FM Antenna

Connect the supplied FM dipole antenna by pushing the antenna’s coaxial connector onto the FM antenna connector (RP2.)

Note: The supplied FM antenna is for indoor use only. For best recep- tion, fully extend the antenna and experiment with its positioning to get the strongest signal. You can attach it to a wall or other surface using push-pins, tacks, or small nails.

If FM reception is poor with the supplied indoor antenna, we recommend using an amplified indoor or a high-gain outdoor antenna. Connect these antennas in the same way.

AM Antenna

Connect the supplied AM antenna to the rear panel push terminals (RP3). Press one lever on the bottom of the terminal block and insert one of the antenna wires. Release the lever and repeat the process with the other wire and lever. Experiment with the antenna's position to obtain the strongest signal.

Amplifier Connections (see page 23)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Before attempting to make any connection to your power amplifier, make sure the amplifier is turned off and/or disconnected from AC power. Failure to do so can result in severe damage to your amplifier and/or loudspeakers.

Use the audio jacks labeled PREAMP OUT to connect the Model 970 to an external power amplifier such as those from Outlaw Audio. The Model 970 can output up to 7.1 channels of sound (seven main channels and one subwoofer channel), even when you are listening to 2-channel stereo material.

The output jacks supplied by the Model 970 are: Front Left (L), Center (CEN), Front Right (R), Surround Left (SL), Surround Right (SR), Surround Back Left (SBL), Surround Back Right (SBR), and Subwoofer (SUB). These both carry the same signal, so you can use either jack or both.

Be sure to verify that the correct outputs are connected to the appropriate input jacks on your amplifier—for example, Front Left to Front Left, Surround Back Right to Surround Back Right, etc. If the inputs on your amplifier are not labeled, it probably does not matter which of the Model 970’s output channels is con-nected to a particular amp channel. However, you must be sure that the appropriate speaker is connected to that amp channel.

Subwoofer Connection (see page 23)

Powered (self-amplified) subwoofers

Using a shielded RCA-to-RCA cable, connect the subwoofer output jack (RP19) to the subwoofer’s line Input jack. Then follow any specific connection and/or configuration instructions supplied with the subwoofer.

Passive (non amplified) subwoofer

Using the same cable type described above, connect the subwoofer output jack (RP19) to the input of the amplifier used to power the subwoofer, and then connect the subwoofer to the amplifier following the guidelines contained in the full-range speaker section above.

Other Connections

12 volt Trigger connections

Your Model 970 has one 12 volt Trigger output (RP9). This output produces a 12 volt DC signal that will turn on another component (provided it has a complementary circuit) when you turn your Model 970 on. Use a cable tipped at each end with a 1/8” (3.5mm) mono mini plug to connect the Trigger output to another component.

RS-232 Port

RS-232 port (RP11) is used to upload new software if it becomes available.

NOTE: When making connections to the RS-232 port, be certain to use a "straight-through" male-to-female serial cable with DB-9 con- nectors on each end. DO NOT use a serial cable designed for "null modem" use.

AC power connection

Insert the supplied power cord into the AC input socket (RP24). Use the sup- plied power cord, not a standard IEC 3-prong (grounded) power cord. In the event a replacement power cord is used, it must be sufficient to handle the Model 970’s power draw. DO NOT use lightweight power cords designed for computers, printers or other low current draw products.

CAUTION: Before you plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet, confirm that you’ve made all connections to the Model 970 first.

WARNING: Never disconnect the power cord at the Model 970 end while the other end is still plugged into an AC outlet. This may cause an electric shock. Always connect power by plugging into the AC outlet last and disconnect by unplugging from the AC outlet first.

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