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Parasound AVC-2500 User Manual

Parasound AVC-2500
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O W N E R ' S M A N U A L
AVC-2500 Audio Video Controller
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Parasound AVC-2500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Analog Audio Inputs6
Digital Audio Inputs3 (2 Coaxial, 1 Optical)
Remote ControlYes
Weight28 lbs
TypeAV Controller
Frequency Response20Hz - 20kHz
Audio DecodingDolby Digital, DTS
Video Inputs4 Composite
Video Outputs2 Composite
InputsMultiple analog and digital
OutputsMultiple analog and digital

Summary

AVC-2500 Audio Video Controller Features

Important Safety Instructions

Introduction

Placement of Your AVC-2500

Guidelines for optimal placement, avoiding direct sunlight, heat, and moisture.

Rear Panel Connections Overview

Rear Panel Connections

1. Audio/Video 1-6 Analog Inputs

Connects analog line-level sources to six audio/video inputs, supporting composite or S-video.

2. Video 6 Input and Record (Record and Playback) Connections

Details connections for using Video 6 input/output for VCR recording and playback.

3. Audio-Only 1-6 Analog Inputs

Connects analog line-level sources to six audio-only inputs.

4. 5.1 Analog Inputs

Accepts six channels of processed analog output from DVD players or processors.

Front Panel Controls Overview

Front Panel Controls

Remote Control Overview

The Learning Remote Control

Input and Output Connections Diagram

Making Connections to Your AVC-2500

Rear Panel Connections

Overview of the ninety-three rear panel connectors and terminals.

Analog Audio/Video 1-6 Input Connections

Connects analog line-level sources to six audio/video inputs.

Video 6 Input and Record (Record and Playback) Connections

Details connections for using Video 6 input/output for VCR recording and playback.

Analog Audio 1-6 Input Connections

Connects analog line-level sources to six audio-only inputs.

Antenna Connections

Component Video Connections

Explains connecting component video signals (Y, Cb, Cr) for highest quality video.

Outputs

Digital Audio Input Connections

Details the eight digital input connections and their assignment.

Composite and S-Video Monitor Output Connections

S-Video and Composite Video Input Connections

Details six inputs with composite and S-video connectors, and signal conversion capabilities.

AVC-2500 Front Panel Controls and Auto Cal Mic Connection

AVC 2500 Remote Control Buttons

AVC-2500 Front Panel and Video on-screen Displays

Examples of AVC-2500 On-screen and Front Panel Displays

Autoformat Surround Processing Modes (ASP)

Cinema Mode

Describes Cinema mode, including Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM, and Analog decoding.

THX Cinema

Music Mode

Details Dolby Digital and DTS decoding for music playback.

Dolby Digital

Details Dolby Digital decoding in Music ASP mode.

DTS

Details DTS decoding in Music ASP mode.

Two-channel PCM

Party Mode

Details Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM, and Analog decoding for party listening.

Mono Mode

Details mono decoding for Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM, and Analog signals.

Stereo Mode

Details Dolby Digital decoding for stereo playback.

Autoformat Surround Processing (ASP) Decoding Chart

Speaker Placement

Front Speakers

Guidelines for placing front left and right speakers for optimal sound.

Center Speaker

Guidance on placing the center speaker for dialog reproduction and blending.

Conventional Surround Speakers

Placement advice for conventional surround speakers to create ambient effects.

Dipole Surround Speakers

Placement instructions for dipole surround speakers to minimize localization.

Typical home theater setup using conventional surround speakers

Typical home theater setup using THX dipole surround speakers.

Parasound AVC-2500 Setup Menu Flowchart

Basic Setup Menu

An abbreviated version of setup procedures for day-to-day operation.

Full Setup Menu

Accesses advanced setup operations like DC trigger assignment and OSD settings.

AVC-2500 Default Settings

Setting up your AVC 2500

Basic and Complete Setup Menus

Explains the segregation of setup menus into basic and complete categories.

Programming Individual Input Sources

Guides on programming input sources with digital inputs and ASP modes.

Digital Input and ASP Mode Programming

Details how to match audio sources with digital inputs and ASP modes.

Programming a Digital Input and ASP Mode to Source Inputs

Step-by-step instructions for assigning digital input and ASP mode to a source.

Setup Menu Level One - Input Source Setup

Covers renaming inputs, assigning component video, and setting trigger sources.

Renaming Inputs

To Rename Inputs from the Built-in Library

Procedure to rename input sources using a library of popular component names.

To Create a New Name or Radio Station Call-Letters

Instructions for creating custom names for inputs or radio station call letters.

Assigning Component Video Switching to Source Inputs

Assigns component video sources to expand video switching capability.

To Program a Component Video Input to the Source Input

Steps to assign a component video input to a source input.

Assigning the Input Source to Activate the External DC Trigger

Setting the Input Source Level

Adjusts signal level relative to other inputs for consistent loudness.

Analog Input Level Adjustment Procedures

Sets analog input levels to prevent distortion from overloading converters.

To Manually Set the Input Source Level

Procedure to manually adjust input source levels using transient peaks.

Setup Menu Level Two - Bass Management

To Setup Bass Management for Your Front Left and Right Speakers

Configures bass management for front speakers based on their frequency response.

To Setup Bass Management for Your Center Speaker

Configures bass management for the center speaker.

To Setup Bass Management for your Surround Speakers

To Setup Bass Management for Your Subwoofer

Configures bass management for the subwoofer, including LFE routing.

Setting the Bass Limiter

Adjusts bass limiter to prevent woofer distortion or damage.

Setup Menu Level Three - Calibrating Channel Levels

To Automatically Calibrate Channel Levels

Uses ACM-2500 microphone for automatic adjustment of channel levels and delays.

Manually Calibrating Channel Levels

Explains manual calibration using internal noise generator or external source.

To Manually Calibrate Channel Levels with the Internal Noise Generator

Procedure for manual channel level calibration using the internal noise generator.

Setup Menu Level Four - Calibrating Channel Delay Times

To Automatically Calibrate Channel Delay Times

Automatically calibrates channel delay times using the ACM-2500 microphone.

To Manually Calibrate Channel Delay Times

Procedure for manually setting channel delay times based on speaker distance.

Setup Menu Level Five - On-Screen Display Setup Procedures

To Assign the On-screen Display for Composite Video, S-Video, and Component Video Outputs

Configures on-screen display for composite, S-video, and component outputs.

Setup Menu Level Six - DC Trigger Assignment Procedures

Programs external DC triggers to activate based on various system events.

To Program DC Trigger Outputs in Response to a Preset Event

Assigns DC trigger activation to specific system events like power or source selection.

Setup Menu Level Seven – System Setup Procedures

Programming the Learning Remote Control

Programming Codes into the Universal Remote Control

Instructions for programming infrared commands from other remotes.

To Erase All the Programmed Commands within a Page

Programming Macros into the Learning Remote Control

Guides on programming macro buttons for one-touch operation of multiple commands.

Remote Control Shift + Commands

Operating Your AVC-2500

Using the Tuner

Operating the Remote Zone

Temporary Level Adjustment Using the Trim Function

Activating the Sleep Timer

Maintaining Your AVC-2500

In Case of Trouble

AVC-2500 Installation Worksheet

AVC-2500 Specifications

AVC-2500 Tuner Specifications