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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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Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ---------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Introduction--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 About this Manual ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9 Unpacking and Inspection-------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 Placement of Your AVC-2500 --------------------------------------------------------------
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AVC-2500 Audio Video Controller Features • Full 24 bit Processing Using Three Motorola 56009 DSPs • DTS, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Pro Logic Decoding • THX Ultra Processing of DTS, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Pro Logic • Reference Quality FM/AM Stereo Tuner with 20 Presets • Automatic Calibration System of Level and Delay for All Channels • Calibration Mic Included • Automatic Audio/Video Input Selection • Automatic A/D Overload Attenuation to Prevent Distortion • Digital Inputs and Surround Modes a
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Important Safety Instructions Save these instructions for future use This triangle alerts you to the dangerous voltages inside that may be a shock hazard. This triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in this manual. ü Follow all instructions and warnings marked on the unit. ü Always use with the correct line voltage. Refer to the manufacturer’s operating instructions for power requirements. Be advised that different operating voltages may require the use of a diff
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Español Instrucciones Importantes de Seguridad Guarde esta instrucciones para uso posterior. Utilice siempre el voltaje correcto. Dirijase a las instrucciones de operación del fabricante para obtener las especificaciones de potencia. Esté al tanto de que voltajes de operación distintos requleren el uso de cables y/o enchufes distintos. No instale esta unidad en un estante sin ventilación, ni tampoco directamente encima de equipos que generen calor tales como amplificadores de potencia. Fijese en
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Deutsch Wichtige Sicherheitsanweisungen Heben Sie sich diese Sicherheitsanweisungen auch für später auf. Befolgen Sie alle auf der Vorrichtung stehenden Anweisungen und Warnungen. Immer nur mit der richtigen Spannung verwenden! Die Gebrauchsanweisungen des Herstellers informieren Sie über die elektrischen Anforderungen Vergessen Sie nicht daß bei verschiedenen Betriebsspannungen ggf. auch verschiedene Leitungskabel und/oder Verbindungsstecker zu verwenden sind. Stellen Sie die Vorrichtung nicht
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Dansk Vigtig information om sikkerhed Gem denne Vejledning til senere brug. Folg alle anvisninger og advarsler pá apparatet. Apparatet skal altid tilsluttes den korrekte spænding. Der henvises til brugsanvisningen, der indeholder specifikationer for strømforsyning. Der gøres opmærksom pá, at ved varierende driftsspændinger kan det blive nødvendigt at bruge andre lednings- og/eller stiktyper. Apparatet má ikke monteres i et kabinet uden ventilation eller lige over andet udstyr der udvikler varme,
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Norsk Viktig Informasjon om sikkerhet Ta vare pá denne veiledningen for senere bruk. Folg alle anvisningene og advarslene som er angitt pá apparatet. Apparatet skal alltid anvendes med korrekt spenning. Produktbeskrivelsen inneholder spesifikasjoner for stromkrav. Vær oppmerksom pá at det ved ulike driftsspenninger kan være nodvendig a bruke en annen ledning- og/ eller stopseltype. Apparatet skal ikke monteres i skap uten ventilasjon, eller direkte over varmeproduserende utstyr, som for eksempel
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Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of this precision component and thank you for selecting Parasound. Your new AVC-2500 Audio Video Controller is designed to be the heart of the finest imaginable home theater system and to provide you with years of listening and viewing enjoyment. Intuitive front panel and remote control operation makes your AVC-2500 one of the easiest to use high performance audio/video products ever developed. Autoformat Surround Processing (ASP) modes include Dolby
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W 10 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 Video 6 Monitor Monitor Video 2 Video 3 Video 5 Video 6 Input 1 Input 2 Monitor External Control Antenna Video 1 Video 4 Record OSD No OSD 75 AM Ground YCb Cr YCb Cr YCb Cr S Video Inputs S Video Outputs Component Video RS 232 9 AES/EBU Parasound Digital Record External RF Coax Optical Video 6 Zone 2 Monitor Monitor AVC-2500 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4 Video 5 Video 6 Coax 1 Coax 2 Coax 3 Coax 4 Optical 1 Optical 2 Demodulator Record Video With OSD No OSD Trigger I
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11 4. 5.1 Analog Inputs DC Triggers 13. Component Video Inputs Rear Panel Connections The 5.1 Analog Input connections accept These DC Trigger outputs provide +12 Each of the two component video inputs six channels of processed analog output Volt DC trigger to activate equipment such have three separate connections. Connect 1. Audio/Video 1-6 Analog Inputs of a DVD player or processor with dis- as power amplifiers or relays. Connect the component video outputs of your All six audio/video anal
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12 17 15 14 13 12 11 16 Zone THX Memory VIDEO 1 CINEMA Mute FM/AM Tuning 10 COAXIAL 1 -15dB On-Off Surround Digital DTS Dolby Digital Pro Logic Overload Preset Source Cal Mic AVC-2500 Audio Video Controller 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
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13 Dolby Digital 10. Volume Control/Rotary Knob 15. Memory Front Panel Controls The blue Dolby Digital indicator illumi- Normally, this is the master volume con- The Memory button allows you to assign nates when the AVC-2500 has automati- trol. You can adjust the master volume up digital inputs, Autoformat Surround Pro- cally detected a Dolby Digital bitstream. and down in 1 dB steps by turning this cessing (ASP) modes, and THX process- 1. Power Switch control. This control also serves as the
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21 Press the AVC button to AVC DVD CD AUX control the AVC-2500 22 SAT TV VCR CBL 1 On-Off Digital Surround 3 2 Digital Surround THX Dyn 6 4 Setup Mute Trim Volume 5 7 Auto Auto Audio Video Mem 8 Enter Tune Tune 10 9 Volume Tuning Status 12 11 Disc FM/AM A. Cal Dim Sleep 14 13 Aud 1 Aud 4 Vid 1 Vid 4 15 Aud 2 Aud 5 Vid 2 Vid 5 Aud 3 Aud 6 Vid 3 Vid 6 1 23 45 16 67 89 10 17 MAC 1 MAC 2 MAC 3 MAC 4 Shift Light Zone 18 19 20 14
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11. Tuning Button The Learning Remote Control Pressing the Tuning button activates the AVC-2500 tuner. It also changes the tuning mode from manual to automatic. In the manual mode, frequencies are changed at 50 kHz steps 1. On-Off Button f f e e with the Tune f f f and e e e buttons. In the auto mode, the next This button turns the AVC-2500 On and Off. or previous broacast frequency is selected. 2. Digital Selection Buttons 12. Status Button g g h h The Digital g g g and h h h buttons allo
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16 DVD Player Video Cassette Recorder TV Monitor CD Player/Transport Composite Component Composite Component Audio Audio Video Audio Digital Out Audio Out Video Out Video Out Video In Video In Y Y L L L Coaxial Digital Output Coaxial Cb Cb Out R R R Cr Cr S-Video Out S-Video In Toslink Play/Out Rec/In In Output Video 6 Monitor Monitor Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4 Video 5 Video 6 Input 1 Input 2 Monitor External Control Antenna Record OSD No OSD 75 Ohm AM Ground YCb Cr YCb Cr YCb Cr S Video In
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Making Connections to Your AVC-2500 Precautions Before making any connections to your AVC-2500, be sure to turn off the power to your amplifiers. When connecting cables to the AVC-2500, make sure there is no strain or tension on any connections that could cause them to pull loose later. Rear Panel Connections There are ninety-three connectors and terminals on the rear panel! To make installation and the instructions easier to follow, discussion about connections are organized in a clockwise dire
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5.1 Analog Inputs The 5.1 Analog Input jacks are designed to accept up to six channels of processed analog output from a DVD player or other component with discrete outputs. Connect the six discrete outputs of your source component to the corresponding 5.1 Analog Input jacks of the AVC- 2500. Note: You will need an optional module to control volume from the 5.1 analog inputs. Othewise, you should use the volume control on your DVD player if so equipped. Audio Only Record Output Connections The a
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Zone External Remote Control The Zone External IR allows for control of the AVC-2500 from a remote zone. The input connector accepts a standard 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) two conductor mini plug. (The tip is positive and the sleeve is negative). Your Authorized Parasound Dealer or Custom Installer can recommend a compatible infrared repeater system for the AVC-2500. Connect the output of an infrared repeater system to the Zone IR input. Main DC Trigger (Labeled DC Trigger 1 on some units) This jack provi
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Antenna Connections You will not be able to receive any radio stations unless you connect FM and AM antennas to the AVC-2500. The following are options to connect FM and AM antennas: FM Dipole Antenna A standard FM “folded dipole” 300 Ω wire antenna is included with your AVC-2500. This dipole antenna is adequate for most urban and suburban locations. Connect the spade lugs of the dipole antenna to the two screw terminals on the included small “balun” matching transformer. Press the balun
