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Teac AG-V8520 User Manual

Teac AG-V8520
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ag-v8520
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Audio/Video Surround Receiver
9A06992100
This appliance has a serial number located
on the rear panel. Please record the model
number and serial number and retain them
for your records.
Model number
Serial number
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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ence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
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Thanks for buying a TEAC. Read this manual carefully to get the best performance from this unit.
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Lire ce manuel avec attention pour obtenir les meilleures performances possibles de cet appareil.
OWNER’S MANUAL........................................... 3
MANUEL DU PROPRIETAIRE ......................... 25

Table of Contents

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Teac AG-V8520 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Total Harmonic Distortion0.09%
Tuning RangeFM, MW
Input Sensitivity (MM)2.5mV
Signal to Noise Ratio (MM)75dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (MM phono)75dB
Speaker Load Impedance8 ohms

Summary

Safety Information and Warnings

General Safety Precautions

Describes warnings, lightning flash symbol, and exclamation point symbol for user safety.

Model and Serial Number Recording

Instructions to record the unit's model and serial number for future reference.

Important Safety Instructions

Operational and Handling Safety

Covers reading instructions, warnings, cleaning, attachments, water, accessories, and power cord handling.

Electrical and Installation Safety

Addresses antenna grounding, lightning, power lines, overloading, liquid entry, and installation.

Servicing and Maintenance Precautions

Details when to seek qualified service and replacement parts.

Operational Precautions and Compliance

Installation and Ventilation Guidelines

Recommendations for unit placement, ventilation, and avoiding environmental hazards.

Voltage Conversion and Power Plug Safety

Instructions for voltage selector use and proper power plug handling.

FCC and Canadian Compliance

Information on FCC rules for US operation and Canadian power cord safety.

System Connections Overview

Component Interconnection Diagram

Illustrates how to connect various audio and video components to the receiver.

Speaker and AC Outlet Wiring

Details on connecting speakers to terminals and using AC outlets.

Antenna and Video Connectivity

Video Input Jack Configuration

Explanation of the VIDEO 2 INPUT jacks for video sources.

FM Antenna Setup and Connection

Guidance on connecting indoor and outdoor FM antennas for optimal reception.

Antenna, Speaker, and Power Connectivity

AM Antenna Installation and Connection

Instructions for connecting indoor loop and outdoor AM antennas.

Speaker Terminal Wiring and Impedance

Details on connecting speakers and recommended impedance.

Power Cord and Switched AC Outlet Usage

Information on connecting the power cord and using the switched outlets.

Front Panel Controls and Display

Front Panel Button and Knob Identification

Identifies and describes the function of each control on the front panel.

Display Indicators and Message Examples

Explains the meaning of various indicators and example displays.

Remote Control Unit Functions

Remote Control Button Layout

Details all buttons on the remote control unit and their corresponding functions.

Remote Control Indicator Meanings

Explains the various indicators shown on the remote control's display.

Remote Control Operation and Battery Management

Effective Remote Control Usage

Tips for pointing the remote and notes on potential interference.

Battery Installation and Precautions

Guide to installing batteries and important safety precautions.

Basic Audio Operations

Memory Functionality Explained

Describes the back-up memory function for preserving settings.

Sleep Timer Functionality

How to set the receiver to automatically turn off after a set period.

Initial Power-On and Source Selection

Steps for turning on the unit and selecting an audio/video source.

Audio Adjustments and Radio Tuning

Front Panel Audio Controls

Explanation of Power, Speaker, Line Straight, Tone, Balance, Loudness, and Muting controls.

Automatic Radio Station Tuning

Procedure for automatically scanning and tuning radio stations.

Radio Tuning Methods

Manual Radio Station Tuning

Step-by-step guide for manually tuning radio frequencies.

Direct Frequency Input Tuning

Using the remote's numeric keys to directly tune to a specific frequency.

Preset and Memory Tuning Features

Automatic Station Memory Presetting

How the receiver automatically scans and stores radio stations.

Manual Station Memory Presetting

Steps for manually assigning stations to preset memory channels.

Memory Scan and Recall Functions

Using memory scan to find stations and recalling preset channels.

Playback and Recording Operations

Playing Vinyl Records and CDs

Instructions for listening to music from turntables and CD players.

Playing Cassette Tapes

How to operate the tape deck for playback.

Recording Sources and Tape Monitoring

Guidance on recording sources and monitoring tape playback.

Video Operations and Dubbing

Playing Video Sources

Connecting and playing back video from components like VCRs or camcorders.

Video Dubbing and S.A.V.E. Function

Instructions for dubbing video tapes and using the S.A.V.E. feature for audio replacement.

Surround Sound Effects Modes

Available Surround Sound Modes

Overview of the different surround sound modes offered by the receiver.

Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby 3 Stereo Modes

Detailed explanation of Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby 3 Stereo surround effects.

Hall and Theater Surround Modes

Description of Hall and Theater surround modes for enhanced listening.

Bypass Mode Functionality

How to disable surround effects for standard stereo playback.

Surround Sound Configuration

Center Speaker Mode Selection

Options for center speaker output: Normal, Wide, and Phantom.

Optimal Speaker Positioning Guide

Recommendations for speaker placement to achieve the best surround effect.

Delay Time Setting for Surround Modes

Adjusting delay times for rear speakers based on surround mode.

Surround Sound Playback Adjustment

Dolby Pro Logic Playback Level Tuning

Steps to balance speaker volumes and adjust delay for Dolby Pro Logic.

Dolby 3 Stereo Playback Level Tuning

Steps to balance speaker volumes for Dolby 3 Stereo playback.

Hall/Theater Surround and System Reset

Hall/Theater Surround Playback Tuning

Adjusting speaker levels and delay times for Hall/Theater modes.

System Reset Procedure and Notes

Instructions for resetting the system and the consequences of a reset.

Remote System Control Integration

Controlling Other TEAC Components Remotely

How the receiver's remote can operate other TEAC devices with remote sensors.

Remote Operation of Other TEAC Components

CD Sync and Cassette Deck Controls

Using the remote for CD sync recording and operating Tape I/II mechanisms.

CD Player Playback Function Controls

Details on using remote buttons for CD playback functions like Skip and Pause.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Amplifier and Tuner Problem Resolution

Troubleshooting steps for audio and radio reception problems.

Surround and Remote Control Issues

Solutions for surround sound problems and remote control failures.

Technical Specifications

Amplifier and Tuner Section Specs

Detailed technical specifications for amplifier and tuner performance.

Video, General, and Accessories Specifications

Specifications for video section, power requirements, dimensions, and included accessories.

TEAC Worldwide Contact Information

TEAC Regional Office Directory

List of TEAC corporations and their contact details by region.

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