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Sherwood RD-8601 User Manual

Sherwood RD-8601
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RD
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8601
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Audio/Video Receiver

Questions and Answers:

Sherwood RD-8601 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSherwood
ModelRD-8601
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT

Crucial instructions and warnings to read before operating the audio/video receiver.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Important safety precautions for operating the receiver, including electrical and environmental considerations.

FCC INFORMATION

Details on FCC compliance for digital devices and guidelines to prevent radio interference.

Note to CATV System Installer

Guidance for CATV system installers regarding proper grounding connections.

SAFETY INSTRUCTION

System Connections

1. CONNECTING ANTENNAS

Instructions for connecting FM and AM antennas for optimal reception.

2. CONNECTING VIDEO COMPONENTS

Guide to connecting various video sources like DVD players and VCRs.

3. CONNECTING AUDIO COMPONENTS

Instructions for connecting audio sources like CD players and tape decks.

4. CONNECTING EXTERNAL INs

How to connect external components with multi-channel audio outputs.

5. CONNECTING DIGITAL INs and OUT

Connecting digital sources and recorders via optical or coaxial ports.

6. CONNECTING SYSTEM CONTROL

Connecting Sherwood components using the DIGI LINK system.

7. SUBWOOFER PREOUT connection

Connecting a powered subwoofer to enhance bass response.

8. CONNECTING SPEAKERS

Properly connecting speakers to the receiver for correct sound output.

Speaker placement

Front left and right speakers and center speaker

Recommendations for positioning front and center speakers for optimal sound.

Surround left and right speakers

Guidance on placing surround speakers for an immersive audio experience.

Surround back speaker

Instructions for positioning the surround back speaker for enhanced surround effects.

Subwoofer

Advice on placing the subwoofer for powerful bass reproduction.

Front Panel Controls

FLUORESCENT DISPLAY

Explanation of indicators and information shown on the receiver's front display.

Universal Remote Controls

Digi link system remote controls

Information on operating Sherwood components with the DIGI LINK system.

FUNCTION TABLE of the NUMBERED BUTTONS

Chart detailing the functions of remote control buttons for various device types.

OPERATING COMPONENTS WITH REMOTE CONTROL

Steps for operating external audio and video components using the remote.

REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION RANGE

Specifications for the effective range and angle of the remote control.

LOADING BATTERIES

Instructions for replacing and maintaining batteries in the remote control.

Speaker Setup

About the speaker size

Guidance on selecting speaker size settings based on frequency response capabilities.

About the speaker distance

Explanation of setting speaker distances for accurate surround sound delay.

SETTING THE SPEAKER SETUP MANUALLY

SETTING THE SPEAKER SETUP AUTOMATICALLY (AUTO SPEAKER SETUP)

Operations

LISTENING TO A PROGRAM SOURCE

How to select and listen to various audio and video input sources.

ENJOYING SURROUND SOUND

Guide to selecting and using different surround sound modes for an enhanced experience.

LISTENING TO RADIO BROADCASTS

Instructions for tuning and listening to FM and AM radio stations.

RECORDING

Procedures for recording audio and video signals onto tape or other media.

DIGITAL AUDIO RECORDING WITH MD RECORDER

Steps for high-quality digital audio recording using an MD recorder or CD recorder.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

Details on additional features like dynamic range compression and sleep timer.

Using the OSD

CURRENT STATUS DISPLAY

Displays current operating status like input source and volume level.

OSD Menu Settings

Overview of accessing and performing setup procedures via the on-screen display menu.

SPEAKER SETUP

Performing speaker setup adjustments through the OSD menu.

FUNCTION SELECT

Selecting digital inputs, video sources, or tone controls via the OSD menu.

SURROUND MODE

Selecting desired surround sound modes through the OSD interface.

CH LEVEL SETUP

Adjusting channel levels and memorizing settings via the OSD.

AUTO OSD

Configuring the automatic display of status information on the monitor TV.

Troubleshooting Guide

Specifications

AMPLIFIER SECTION

Technical specifications for the receiver's amplifier, including power output and distortion.

DIGITAL AUDIO SECTION

Technical details for digital audio inputs, sampling frequencies, and levels.

VIDEO SECTION

Technical specifications for video inputs, formats, and signal levels.

FM TUNER SECTION

Specifications related to the FM tuner's performance and sensitivity.

AM TUNER SECTION

Specifications for the AM tuner's tuning range and sensitivity.

GENERAL

General specifications including power supply, dimensions, and weight.

Setup Code Table

TV

Setup codes for programming the remote control to operate TV devices.

VCR

Setup codes for programming the remote control to operate VCR devices.

CBL

Setup codes for programming the remote control to operate Cable Box devices.

DVD

Setup codes for programming the remote control to operate DVD players.

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