Parasound Zpre Zone Video Outputs, RS-232Control, DC Trigger Input Jack, DC Trigger Loop Out Jack

Video Outputs

There are two Video Output jacks. The video source that corresponds to the Audio 1-4 Input you selected is simultaneously routed to the two Video Out jacks. One Video Out jack connects to the video input of your TV monitor and the other connects to the video record input on your VCR.

RS-232 Control

The 9-pin RS-232 External Control serial port is designed for operating the Zpre by a system controller. This interface is compatible with software-based system controllers such as AMX, Crestron, or Phast. Contact your Parasound Dealer or Custom Installer for more information regarding interfacing an external control system to your Zpre. The RS-232 serial control codes are available from our website: www.parasound.com.

DC Trigger Input Jack

The Zpre can be turned on automatically when a trigger voltage is received from another component such as a Parasound Audio Video Controller or system controller. The DC Trigger requires an external DC voltage source between +9 Vdc to + 12 Vdc and requires only 0.2 mA of current to turn on.

The Zpre is supplied with a DC Trigger plug connected to a short wire. The positive wire has a white stripe on it and is attached to its center conductor. The all-black negative wire is attached to its sleeve.

Note: When the DC trigger is connected, you cannot turn the Zpre on or off from the front panel or remote control handset.

DC Trigger Loop Out Jack

The DC Trigger Loop Out jack passes along the voltage that is received at the DC Trigger Input jack. It is provided as a convenience so you can “daisy-chain” the trigger voltage to other components.

AC Line Cord Connector

The rear panel mounted IEC standard AC receptacle accepts the AC cord supplied with your Zpre. Make sure that it is properly seated, and then connect the plug to an uninterrupted AC power line.

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