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General safety guidelines to prevent fire or electric shock hazards when using the unit.
Instructions on connecting to the power supply and handling the AC power cord.
List of items to check upon receiving the receiver and its accessories.
Guides for connecting FM and AM antennas to the receiver for optimal reception.
Instructions for connecting audio sources like turntables, CD players, and tape decks.
Steps for connecting video sources such as VCRs, DVD players, and TVs to the receiver.
Details on connecting digital audio sources like MD/DAT decks using optical or coaxial cables.
Instructions for connecting 5.1 channel audio sources for immersive surround sound.
Detailed steps for connecting front, rear, center speakers, and a subwoofer.
Precautions to prevent speaker wiring shorts that could damage the receiver.
Information on speaker impedance requirements and selector settings for optimal performance.
Guides users through configuring speaker parameters for multi-channel surround sound.
Instructions for setting front speaker size to LARGE or SMALL based on bass reproduction.
Setting for the center speaker size, influencing bass redirection.
Setting for the rear speaker size, affecting bass redirection and surround effects.
Specifies rear speaker placement options like SIDE, MIDDLE, and BEHIND for surround modes.
Setting for rear speaker height to optimize virtual surround sound modes.
Option to enable or disable the subwoofer and its role in bass redirection.
Setting the distance from the listening position to the front speakers.
Setting the distance from the listening position to the center speaker.
Setting the distance from the listening position to the rear speakers.
Procedure for adjusting individual speaker volumes using the test tone and remote.
Guidance on fine-tuning speaker levels while listening to actual software for better blend.
Final checks and setup procedures before operating the receiver for the first time.
Steps to verify that all component connections to the receiver are made correctly.
Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with no or low sound output.
Description of checks for no sound from a specific component.
Description of checks for no sound from front speakers.
Activates the 5.1CH INPUT for surround sound, disabling some effects.
Explains how to use buttons like A.F.D., MODE, 2CH, and EQUALIZER for sound customization.
Activates the setup mode for configuring speaker parameters and other system settings.
Guides users in choosing pre-programmed sound fields to enhance audio listening experiences.
Enables fine-tuning of sound field parameters, including equalizer settings, for personalized audio.
Enter station frequencies directly using numeric buttons.
Allows the receiver to scan and find available radio stations automatically.
Store and recall favorite radio stations using preset numbers.
Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with no or low sound output.
Troubleshooting steps for unbalanced or reversed stereo audio.
Solutions for severe hum or noise, including cord placement and grounding.
Advice for intermittent digital audio, focusing on correct input jacks for high sampling rates.
Checks for center speaker sound issues, including sound field and size settings.
Troubleshooting steps for rear speaker sound problems, checking sound fields and size.
Steps to resolve issues where surround effects are not perceived, checking speaker selector and sound fields.
Diagnostic steps if recording fails, checking connections and input modes.
Solutions for inability to tune radio stations, checking antennas and presets.
Steps to fix display issues on TV/monitors, checking function selection and input modes.
Troubleshooting tips for a non-responsive remote control, including battery checks and obstacles.
General safety guidelines to prevent fire or electric shock hazards when using the unit.
Instructions on connecting to the power supply and handling the AC power cord.
List of items to check upon receiving the receiver and its accessories.
Guides for connecting FM and AM antennas to the receiver for optimal reception.
Instructions for connecting audio sources like turntables, CD players, and tape decks.
Steps for connecting video sources such as VCRs, DVD players, and TVs to the receiver.
Details on connecting digital audio sources like MD/DAT decks using optical or coaxial cables.
Instructions for connecting 5.1 channel audio sources for immersive surround sound.
Detailed steps for connecting front, rear, center speakers, and a subwoofer.
Precautions to prevent speaker wiring shorts that could damage the receiver.
Information on speaker impedance requirements and selector settings for optimal performance.
Guides users through configuring speaker parameters for multi-channel surround sound.
Instructions for setting front speaker size to LARGE or SMALL based on bass reproduction.
Setting for the center speaker size, influencing bass redirection.
Setting for the rear speaker size, affecting bass redirection and surround effects.
Specifies rear speaker placement options like SIDE, MIDDLE, and BEHIND for surround modes.
Setting for rear speaker height to optimize virtual surround sound modes.
Option to enable or disable the subwoofer and its role in bass redirection.
Setting the distance from the listening position to the front speakers.
Setting the distance from the listening position to the center speaker.
Setting the distance from the listening position to the rear speakers.
Procedure for adjusting individual speaker volumes using the test tone and remote.
Guidance on fine-tuning speaker levels while listening to actual software for better blend.
Final checks and setup procedures before operating the receiver for the first time.
Steps to verify that all component connections to the receiver are made correctly.
Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with no or low sound output.
Description of checks for no sound from a specific component.
Description of checks for no sound from front speakers.
Activates the 5.1CH INPUT for surround sound, disabling some effects.
Explains how to use buttons like A.F.D., MODE, 2CH, and EQUALIZER for sound customization.
Activates the setup mode for configuring speaker parameters and other system settings.
Guides users in choosing pre-programmed sound fields to enhance audio listening experiences.
Enables fine-tuning of sound field parameters, including equalizer settings, for personalized audio.
Enter station frequencies directly using numeric buttons.
Allows the receiver to scan and find available radio stations automatically.
Store and recall favorite radio stations using preset numbers.
Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with no or low sound output.
Troubleshooting steps for unbalanced or reversed stereo audio.
Solutions for severe hum or noise, including cord placement and grounding.
Advice for intermittent digital audio, focusing on correct input jacks for high sampling rates.
Checks for center speaker sound issues, including sound field and size settings.
Troubleshooting steps for rear speaker sound problems, checking sound fields and size.
Steps to resolve issues where surround effects are not perceived, checking speaker selector and sound fields.
Diagnostic steps if recording fails, checking connections and input modes.
Solutions for inability to tune radio stations, checking antennas and presets.
Steps to fix display issues on TV/monitors, checking function selection and input modes.
Troubleshooting tips for a non-responsive remote control, including battery checks and obstacles.
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.09% |
|---|---|
| Input Sensitivity | 150 mV (line) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 100 dB |
| Power Output | 100 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) |
| Tuning range | FM |
| Speaker load impedance | 8 ohms |
| Video Connections | Composite video input/output |