BK Car Amplifier AVP 4090 User Manual

 
Table of Contents  
Safety precautions  
Features  
page 3  
page 4  
Display  
page 5,7  
page 6  
Front panel view  
Front panel description  
Rear panel view  
Rear panel description  
Remote control  
Setup  
page 6 - 7  
page 8  
page 8 - 11  
page 12 - 13  
page 14  
page 15,35  
page 16  
Factory reset  
Making the connection  
Audio only  
Audio/video source  
Video monitor  
VCR  
page 16  
page 16  
page 17  
page 17  
Tape player  
Digital  
page 17  
page 9,18,24,34  
Surround setup  
page 19  
Channel mode  
Bass management  
Delay  
page 19  
page 20  
page 20  
Surround modes  
Speaker calibration  
Setup procedure  
page 21  
page 22, 25  
page 22 - 26  
Using presets  
Recall preset  
Save preset  
page 26  
page 26  
page 27  
page 28  
Rename preset  
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Tuner functions  
AM/FM Band  
page 30  
page 30  
page 30  
page 30  
page 31  
page 31  
page 32  
page 33  
Tuning/Seek  
Direct Frequency Input  
FM Stereo/Mono  
Save a station preset  
Recall a station preset  
Auto program station presets  
Advanced operations  
Star operation  
Troubleshooting  
page 34 - 36  
page 34  
page 36  
Specifications  
page 37 - 38  
Audio  
Video  
Tuner  
page 37  
page 37  
page 37 - 38  
Care and cleaning  
Warranty  
page 38  
page 39  
Accessories included: Power cord, Manual, Remote control, 4 AAA batteries  
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
PLEASE READ BEFORE INSTALLING  
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT  
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
The lightning flash with arrowhead, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the  
user of the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure  
that may be sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to you.  
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the  
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the  
literature accompanying the unit.  
Caution: To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover. No user-serviceable  
parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.  
If an outdoor antenna is connected to the antenna input, be sure the antenna system is  
grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges.  
Keep outdoor antenna away from power lines.  
Turn preamplifier ‘off’ when plugging in or unplugging source cables!!!  
The AVP4090 is equipped with raised feet so that continuous ventilation can be  
maintained. They also help to reduce acoustic feedback into the preamplifier and  
provide a measure of protection against scratching any surface the unit might be resting  
on. Do not alter or remove them.  
Do not stack anything on top of the preamplifier (processor, source, etc).  
Do not stack the preamplifier on top of an amplifier.  
Always connect the AVP power cord to an unswitched AC outlet for normal operations.  
Mistaking SEND, RCV, CTRL OUT, or IR IN connectors for audio/video inputs or outputs  
may damage your preamplifier or other components.  
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Features  
Overview  
Your new AVP series preamplifier from B & K Components, Ltd., is a versatile  
audio/video control center with an internal AM/FM tuner. The AVP preamplifiers are  
designed to not only sound sensational, but also to be an attractive, easy-to-use  
addition to your audio/video system. Although you already have a good idea of your  
preamplifier’s features, we’d like to take a moment to point out certain highlights.  
Following that, the rest of this section describes the front panels display and controls,  
remote control and rear panel features.  
Latest technology audio design - With B & K, you’re assured that the basic  
design foundation of your preamplifier provides excellent quality, fidelity, and a  
sound so true to life, that it sounds as if your system is a sound stage.  
Remote control and front panel operation - A straightforward remote control  
and intuitive front panel design will let you operate your AVP preamplifier easily,  
whether you prefer the hands-on front panel or the easy remote control  
operation.  
AM/FM stereo tuner with 20 station presets per band - The internal AM/FM  
stereo tuner with digital Phase Locked Loop tuning technology and automatic  
programming let you preset up to 20 AM and 20 FM stations.  
Multiple inputs - The AVP provides 6 analog audio, 6 digital audio, and 4 video  
inputs, enabling a variety of system configurations. To select and control the  
inputs, you can use either the remote control or the front panel. The analog  
audio inputs include CD, TAPE, DVD/VLD, V1, V2, and TV-V3. The digital  
inputs include CD, TUNER, DVD/VLD, V1, V2, and TV-V3. The video inputs  
include DVD/VLD, V1, V2, and TV-V3.  
*Note: The FX/NC input is the internal Surround Sound Processor. You cannot use this input  
from the back panel.  
Multiple outputs - Multiple audio and video outputs are provided. The audio  
outputs include buffered, fixed level, V1, V2, and TAPE. The PRE-OUT variable  
level output features an extra pair of connectors. Surround Sound Processor  
variable level audio outputs include FRONT L, FRONT R, REAR L, REAR R,  
CENTER1, CENTER2, SUB1, and SUB2. The video outputs include V1, V2,  
MON1, and MON 2.  
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A/V presets - Your AVP comes equipped with built in preset memories that when  
selected set up your AVP for you. You can also make changes to settings (such  
as volume and balance levels, etc.) and save your preferences in your own  
custom preset. You can save up to 10 A/V presets in each “bank” and recall  
them easily with the remote control. Recalling a preset while the preamplifier is  
off, automatically turns on the preamplifier.  
Two preset “banks” - Your AVP features two preset “banks”, where the  
collection of presets are saved. In each bank, you can save up to 10 different  
presets, which translates into 20 different presets you can configure and recall at  
any time.  
Customized input and A/V preset names - You can use this feature to assign a  
name to a preset, input, or the turn on message.  
Controlling external systems or components - The CTRL OUT output on the  
preamplifier is rated 12 VDC @ 15 mA continuous. This feature lets you define  
the output to turn on an external system (such as a B & K amplifier) or related  
component (such as special room lighting effects).  
Full compatibility with most custom installed IR control systems - The IR IN  
input on the rear panel lets you integrate the AVP into an infrared system such as  
a repeater. This input may also be used for future custom installation  
technologies.  
Display  
The AVP display is a 16 character, alphanumeric fluorescent display. The display will  
look similar to the examples below:  
Turn on message  
Volume level  
,
ꢂꢃꢄꢅꢃꢆꢇꢆꢈꢉ  
ꢊꢃꢋꢌꢄꢇ  
)"ꢃ  
d  
Display on/off  
The AVP display can be turned off to minimize its prominence in low light conditions.  
Pressing the DISPLAY button alternates the display between on and off.  
When the display is turned off, it shows two dots (  
- -  
) while it is idle. When  
remote control or front panel activity is detected, the display will turn on and stay on for  
approximately 20 seconds, after this time it will return to the two dot display.  
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Front panel view  
The figure below shows the front panel controls and features. Input selection or  
changes to other settings using the front panel controls requires selecting the  
appropriate MENU options and using the  
y
or  
x
button to change the settings.  
1. Headphone jack  
2. Display  
3. Power button  
4. Mute button  
6. Review /  
x
button  
7. Menu button  
8. Enter button  
9. Volume control  
5. Display /  
y
button  
Front panel description  
1. Headphone Jack -  
Stereo headphones having a standard ¼ inch binaural plug can be  
connected to the headphone output. The preamplifier must be on, in  
Direct mode, and the amplifier off for proper sound.  
2. Display -  
The AVP display is a 16 character alphanumeric fluorescent display.  
Displays current mode of preamplifier and any changes being performed.  
Displays a single dot when preamplifier is in the off condition.  
3. Power button -  
Turns the AVP series preamplifier on or off.  
4. Mute button -  
Suppresses sound output from the system. The display will show a ‘  
-’ at  
the right side of the display.  
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5. Display /  
6. Review /  
y
button -  
Lets you turn the front panel display on or off. When used in combination  
with MENU, it will change that options setting. In TEST it selects the  
previous channel. When used in combination with MODE, it selects the  
previous surround mode.  
x
button -  
Presents a series of displays showing the current settings of the  
preamplifier. When used in combination with MENU, it will change that  
options setting. In TEST it selects the next channel. When used in  
combination with MODE, it selects the next surround mode.  
7. Menu button -  
Displays a list of menu options, used with  
y/  
x
to change the options and  
settings.  
8. Enter button -  
Confirms a selection or displays current setting of an option.  
9. Volume control -  
For controlling system volume. Turning the volume control clockwise  
increases the volume level, counterclockwise decreases the volume level.  
When the preamplifier is in mute, turning the volume up will unmute the  
preamplifier, turning the volume down will lower the volume but not  
unmute the preamplifier.  
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Rear panel view  
The AVP back panel is organized into groups of inputs and outputs for audio and video  
as shown below.  
1. Power switch  
2. AC fuse holder  
3. AC input receptacle  
4. Video outputs  
5. Video inputs  
6. Digital inputs  
7. Send/RCV jacks  
8. Preouts  
9. Analog audio inputs  
10. AM antenna input  
11. FM antenna input  
12. Tape loop  
13. V1 loop  
14. V2 loop  
15. CTRL OUT / IR IN jacks  
16. Surround outputs  
Rear panel description  
1. Power switch -  
For switching AC power to the AVP preamplifier. Off = O, On = I. The  
rocker must be in the on (I) position for the preamplifier to operate.  
2. AC fuse holder -  
Holds the AC Line fuse. Replace only with 0.5 A (½ A) 250 V fast blow  
fuse.  
-
3. AC input receptacle  
For attaching the supplied AC power cord to the preamplifier.  
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4. Video outputs -  
Outputs labeled MON1, MON2, V1, and V2. Provides composite video  
output to a TV, monitor, or VCR for viewing or recording the video signal.  
5. Video inputs -  
Inputs labeled TV-V3, V2, V1, and DVD/VLD used to connect the A/V  
source to provide the video signal that the preamplifier can switch  
between.  
6. Digital inputs -  
Inputs labeled V1, V2, TV-V3, TUNER, DVD/VLD, and CD used to  
connect a digital audio signal from your source to the AVP preamplifier.  
The incoming signal may be either a PCM or AC-3 signal, you configure  
the input (in the setup menu) according to your system needs. These  
inputs are coaxial only.  
PLEASE NOTE:  
The DIGITAL inputs on the AVP4090 will only accept an Industry Standard Consumer  
Audio DIGITAL input signal. (See setup procedure in this manual)  
When you connect a Dolby Digital source to an AVP with Dolby Digital, the signal  
must be an Industry Standard Consumer Audio DIGITAL signal into the  
AVP4090.  
Laserdisc players normally have an Industry Standard Consumer Audio RF  
Dolby Digital signal. This type of Dolby Digital signal requires a Dolby Digital RF  
demodulator to be placed between the player and the AVP4090. This converts  
the RF Dolby Digital signal, out of the laserdisc, to a Dolby Digital DIGITAL  
signal. This signal can then be processed by the AVP4090 digital inputs.  
7. SEND/RCV inputs -  
Not currently used. For future applications.  
8. PRE-OUTS - Provides variable level audio output for sending to a power  
amplifier or other audio component. They carry the same signal as  
the FRONT L and FRONT R outputs.  
9. Analog audio inputs -  
Line level inputs for connecting your audio components to the system  
(DVD/VLD, CD, and TV-V3).  
10. AM antenna input -  
Connection for the AM antenna. 75 Ohms.  
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11. FM antenna input -  
Connection for the FM antenna. 75 Ohms.  
12. Tape Loop - Connections for the audio of a tape deck.  
TAPE OUT- Provides a fixed level, buffered audio output for sending to a tape  
player. Connect the TAPE OUT from the AVP to the TAPE IN on  
the tape player.  
TAPE IN - Accepts audio output from a tape player. Connect the TAPE IN  
from AVP to the TAPE OUT on the tape player.  
13. V1 loop -  
Connections for the audio of a VCR designated as VCR 1.  
V1 OUT -  
Provides a fixed level, buffered audio output for sending to a VCR.  
Connect the V1 OUT on the AVP to the AUDIO IN on the VCR.  
V1 IN -  
Accepts audio output from a VCR. Connect the V1 IN on the AVP  
to the AUDIO OUT on the VCR.  
14. V2 loop -  
Connections for the audio of a VCR designated as VCR 2.  
V2 OUT -  
Provides a fixed level, buffered audio output for sending to a VCR.  
Connect the V2 OUT on the AVP to the AUDIO IN on the VCR.  
V2 IN -  
Accepts audio output from a VCR. Connect the V2 IN on the AVP  
to the AUDIO OUT on the VCR.  
15. CTRL OUT - Output that allows you to remotely control external devices. This  
output is rated 12 VDC @ 15 mA continuous. The output goes high  
(12 VDC) when the preamplifier is turned on, and low (0 VDC)  
when the preamplifier is turned off. This output works with the B&K  
amplifiers to remotely turn them on and off (amplifiers with the  
control feature). Connect the CTRL OUT on the AVP to the CTRL  
IN on the amplifier.  
15. IR IN -  
Accepts input from external IR receptors. Connect your IR  
repeater to IR IN to control the AVP preamplifier when the front IR  
receiver is blocked (by cabinet door).  
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16. Surround outputs -  
Outputs for your surround system. These variable level outputs are  
provided with the Surround Sound Processor option for sending signal to  
the power amplifiers as follows.  
FRONT L -  
Provides an audio output signal for sending to the input  
channel of the power amplifier for the front left speaker.  
FRONT R -  
REAR L -  
Provides an audio output signal for sending to the input  
channel of the power amplifier for the front right speaker.  
Provides an audio output signal for sending to the input  
channel of the power amplifier for the rear left speaker.  
REAR R -  
SUB 1 & 2 -  
Provides an audio output signal for sending to the input  
channel of the power amplifier for the rear right speaker.  
Provides an audio output signal for sending to the input  
channel of the power amplifier for a passive subwoofer or  
the input of a powered subwoofer.  
CENTER 1 & 2 -  
Provides an audio output signal for sending to the input  
channel of the power amplifier for the center speaker.  
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Remote control  
The B & K A/V system remote control is specially designed to streamline functions.  
Although you can choose to use a universal remote, we think you will agree that the  
remote shown below is simple and easy to learn.  
Most buttons on the remote control are duplicated through the front panel. This means  
it’s easy to operate the preamplifier, whether you prefer using the remote control or the  
hands on approach from the front panel. We recommend using the remote control for  
simplicity. Use the table below to familiarize yourself with the remote controls functions.  
Button:  
POWER OFF  
POWER ON  
SYSTEM MUTE  
V1  
Function:  
Turns power and CTRL OUT off  
Turns power and CTRL OUT on  
Suppresses sound output  
Selects audio/video from component V1  
Selects audio/video from component TV-V3  
TV-V3  
FX  
Lets you select between the standard Direct mode or  
the last used surround mode  
V2  
TAPE  
VLD  
Selects audio/video from component V2  
Selects audio from component TAPE  
Selects audio/video from component VLD  
Selects internal TUNER  
TUNER  
CD  
Selects audio from component CD  
FREQ  
Lets you directly tune in a station frequency by  
specifying it with the numeric keypad  
BAND  
Selects AM or FM frequency band  
STATION -/+  
TUNE -/+  
Selects station preset by moving up (+) or down (-)  
Manually tune a station by moving the frequency up (+)  
or down (-)  
BALANCE L/R  
Adjusts left/right level balance for front and rear  
channels (inactive for Pro Logic and Dolby Digital  
modes)  
MASTER VOLUME -  
/+  
Lets you decrease (-) or increase (+) the volume on all  
channels  
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Button:  
Function:  
CENTER LEVEL -/+  
Lets you decrease (-) or increase (+) the center  
channel volume  
REAR LEVEL -/+  
SUB LEVEL -/+  
Lets you decrease (-) or increase (+) the surround  
volume  
Lets you decrease (-) or increase (+) the subwoofer  
volume  
REAR DELAY -/+  
SURROUND TEST  
Lets you decrease (-) or increase (+) the rear channel  
delay time  
Lets you calibrate speakers using the built in test noise  
signal  
SURROUND MODE  
A
Lets you select any surround mode  
Lets you specify “bank A” when recalling or saving an  
A/V preset  
B,C  
Not used ( for future applications)  
Lets you select previous/next option  
y
/
x
MENU  
ENTER  
Displays a list of menu options; use  
option settings  
y
/
x
to change  
Confirms a selection; when used while a menu option  
is displayed, displays current setting  
NUMBERS 0-9  
Lets you select an A/V preset when followed by  
ENTER; when used in combination with FREQ, lets  
you enter station frequency  
U
(star)  
Used for advanced operations in conjunction with the  
numeric key pad (0-9)  
# (pound)  
REVIEW  
Not used (for future applications)  
Presents a series of displays showing the current  
settings (repeatedly pressing REVIEW steps faster)  
DISPLAY  
SAVE  
Lets you turn the front panel display on or off  
Lets you save either an A/V preset or station preset;  
press SAVE then either numeric buttons 0-9 for saving  
an A/V preset, or use STATION -/+ to save a station  
preset, press ENTER to save your selection  
ZONE 1 / ZONE 2  
Set to “ZONE 1" for AVP4090  
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Setup  
It’s tempting to just plug in your new AVP and have great sound pour out. Before you  
do that, take a few minutes to plan out how you want the preamplifier to fit into your  
audio/video system. If you haven’t already done so, ask yourself the following  
questions:  
What source components do I want to connect to my preamplifier? (CD, VCR,  
etc.)  
What components do I want my preamplifier to send output to?  
What equipment in my system will be receiving and displaying the audio and  
video? (TV monitor, Audio amplifier, etc.)  
The answers to your questions determine how many cables you need to connect to the  
back of the AVP. For example, if you want your preamplifier to access a CD player,  
VCR, and Laser Disc player, then output the result to a TV monitor and stereo speaker,  
you will end up with multiple connections. On the other hand, if your source component  
is a VCR and your output component is your TV monitor and speaker, you will need less  
connections. Whatever your audio/video system configuration, good preplanning  
equals great sound. Keep these recommendations in mind.  
d
d
Keep the cables between audio sources and video sources separate.  
To provide the best tuner reception, make sure the antenna is at least several  
feet away from the AVP and any other equipment that may produce high  
frequency interference such as PC’s, CD players, halogen lamps, etc.  
d
d
d
Before you begin connecting equipment, decide what types and lengths of  
interconnects are required for all your components to work well together. You  
should also plan the paths for all interconnects. Remember, use high quality  
connections to maintain high quality audio and video.  
The type of cable you use, the length of the cable run, and obstacles in the  
cable’s path (doorways, furniture, walkways, etc.) are also factors to think about.  
To really optimize your system, talk to your dealer about cable products  
available, to decide which one’s right for you.  
List all components in your system. Be sure to indicate which jack on the rear  
panel of the AVP each component will be connected to. It’s a good idea to also  
note the length of the cable for each component’s connection and describe how it  
should be routed, or you could draw your routing scheme below your list. As a  
shortcut, you can assign a number to each cable, write the number on a label  
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and attach it to the cable near both ends. This makes it easy to identify.  
d
d
To ensure maximum safety, keep all cables out of high traffic areas (hallways or  
doorways) and away from equipment that radiates power, including amplifiers,  
power cords, heaters, etc.  
If you might expand your audio/video system later, keep these ideas in mind as  
you plan current cable runs.  
Factory reset  
Reset the AVP before you start. Plug in the power and turn the AVP on. When the  
display shows:  
ꢊꢋꢍ  
ꢍꢎꢏꢇꢂꢈ  
Press the  
U
(star) then 9 then 8 and the display will show:  
ꢉꢈꢐꢏ  
'&  
The AVP will turn off and back on. Then it will cycle through the three title messages  
and then off again. The AVP is now reset to factory defaults. You can perform this  
procedure anytime you need to reset the preamplifier to the factory defaults. All your  
presets will be erased. Do not interrupt the cycle, do not press any buttons  
on the remote or preamplifier face plate. If you accidentally press a button, you will  
have to repeat the reset procedure.  
Turn the preamplifier ON and the display will show:  
ꢊꢋꢍ  
ꢍꢎꢏꢇꢂꢈ  
You can now program the preamplifier to your desired setup.  
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Making the connection  
Take a look at the back panel of the AVP. You will notice that the RCA-type audio input  
and output connectors are identified by colors. Red for right channel and white for the  
left channel audio. Composite video input and output connectors are identified by  
yellow. Digital inputs are identified by orange. The surround outputs are identified by  
black. The audio inputs and outputs start at the center of the back panel and continue  
to the right. The video inputs and outputs are near the left side of the back panel.  
Audio only equipment  
The procedure listed is for connecting a CD player to the AVP analog inputs.  
1.  
2.  
Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the left audio output on the CD  
player, then attach the other end to the white left CD audio input on the AVP.  
Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the right audio output on the  
CD player, then attach the other end to the red right CD audio input on the AVP.  
Audio / Video source  
The procedure listed is for connecting a DVD/VLD player to the AVP analog  
inputs. Use the same instructions for connecting other audio / video sources to  
the TV-V3 input.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the left audio output on the  
DVD/VLD player, then attach the other end to the white left DVD/VLD audio input  
on the AVP.  
Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the right audio output on the  
DVD/VLD player, then attach the other end to the red right DVD/VLD audio input  
on the AVP.  
Attach one end of the composite video interconnect cable to the video out on the  
DVD/VLD player, then attach the other end to the yellow video input on the AVP  
labeled DVD/VLD.  
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Video monitor  
To add a video monitor to the system.  
1.  
Attach one end of the composite video interconnect cable to the video input on  
the monitor, then attach the other end to the yellow video output on the AVP  
labeled MON1 or MON2 (both MON1 and MON2 perform the same function).  
VCR connection  
The procedure listed is for connecting a VCR player to the V1 analog input on the  
AVP. Use the same instructions for connecting another VCR to the V2 analog  
input.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the left audio output on the  
VCR, then attach the other end to the white left V1 IN on the AVP.  
Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the right audio output on the  
VCR, then attach the other end to the red right V1 IN on the AVP.  
Attach one end of the composite video interconnect cable to the video out on the  
VCR, then attach the other end to the yellow video input on the AVP labeled V1.  
This connects the VCR to the AVP for viewing tapes. Now complete this procedure to  
make recordings through the AVP. Recordings can only be made from analog sources.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the left audio input on the VCR,  
then attach the other end to the white left V1 OUT on the AVP.  
Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the right audio input on the  
VCR, then attach the other end to the red right V1 OUT on the AVP.  
Attach one end of the composite video interconnect cable to the video in on the  
VCR, then attach the other end to the yellow video output on the AVP labeled V1.  
Tape connection  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the left audio output on the  
Tape deck, then attach the other end to the white left TAPE IN on the AVP.  
Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the right audio output on the  
Tape deck, then attach the other end to the red right TAPE IN on the AVP.  
Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the left audio input on the Tape  
deck, then attach the other end to the white left TAPE OUT on the AVP.  
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4.  
Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the right audio input on the  
Tape deck, then attach the other end to the red right TAPE OUT on the AVP.  
Digital connection  
The AVP preamplifier is equipped with six coaxial digital inputs. The digital inputs will  
accept either a standard PCM digital input or a digital Dolby Digital input. If you wish to  
use a source that has a TOSLINK output, you must convert it to coax. If you wish to  
use a laserdisc player that has a RF Dolby Digital output, you must convert it to a digital  
Dolby Digital signal.  
The B & K DT-1 will do both conversions for you.  
To connect a digital input to the AVP, simply connect a coax cable from the digital  
output on your source (CD, DVD/VLD...etc.) to the appropriate orange digital input on  
the AVP (CD, DVD/VLD...etc.).  
In the SETUP menu, select digital on for the appropriate source, to enable the digital  
input (CD DIGITAL ON, VLD DIGITAL ON...etc.).  
To connect a digital Dolby Digital (AC-3) signal (NOT RF) to the AVP, simply connect a  
coax cable from the Dolby Digital output on your source to the appropriate orange digital  
input on the AVP (normally DVD/VLD). This output MUST be a digital output and NOT  
RF.  
In the SETUP menu, select digital on or digital AC-3, to enable the digital input. The  
digital input will automatically switch to Dolby Digital if it is set to ON and a Dolby Digital  
signal is present. The AVP will default back to PCM when the Dolby Digital signal stops  
for more than 30 seconds. Setting the digital to AC-3 will only allow a Dolby Digital  
signal to be accepted.  
To set an input for DTS only, select DIGITAL DTS. This will only allow DTS material to  
be processed from the input. No advanced star operations will operate.  
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Surround setup  
Always set up and calibrate your speakers immediately after connecting your  
preamplifier to your system. You need to set up the speakers to achieve the best, most  
accurate performance from your preamplifier. This is important because the  
preamplifier needs to “know” your speaker configuration to control your current system.  
Any time you change your speaker configuration, you should perform setup and then  
calibration on your preamplifier.  
When you are setting up your speakers, your preamplifier gives you several options to  
help you maximize your audio/video system. Since every system is unique, you can  
choose from menu options and try different combinations until the sound is exactly the  
way you want it.  
Channel mode explanation  
Channel  
Mode/Option Description  
Left / Right  
Large  
80 Hz high pass filter off. Do not sum bass to  
subwoofer. Full range to front left and right.  
Small  
80 Hz high pass filter on. Sum bass to subwoofer.  
Filters bass frequencies from front channels and  
sends it to the subwoofer (fc = 80 Hz @12 dB/Oct).  
Center  
Large  
Small  
80 Hz high pass filter off. Do not sum bass to  
subwoofer. Full range to center channel.  
80 Hz high pass filter on. Sum bass to subwoofer.  
Filters bass frequencies from the center channel and  
sends it to the subwoofer (fc = 80 Hz @12 dB/Oct).  
None  
Large  
Small  
No center channel output. Use if you do not have a  
center channel speaker.  
Surround  
80 Hz high pass filter off. Do not sum bass to  
subwoofer. Full range to rear left and right.  
80 Hz high pass filter on. Sum bass to subwoofer.  
Filters bass frequencies from rear channels and  
sends it to the subwoofer (fc = 80 Hz @12 dB/Oct).  
None  
Yes  
No rear channel output. Use if you do not have rear  
channel speakers.  
Subwoofer  
Sends output to the subwoofer (fc = 80 Hz @24  
dB/Oct).  
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Channel  
Mode/Option Description  
No No subwoofer. Sends all bass frequencies to the  
front left and right channels including the LFE  
channel. Removes SW BASS MENU.  
Bass Management  
Note: LFE = Low Frequency Effects channel (or .1 channel)  
Option/mode  
Description  
Bass Normal  
LFE on. Bass frequencies and LFE are sent to the appropriate  
channels.  
Bass LFE Off  
LFE off. Removes the LFE channel from the bass management  
summing circuitry.  
SW Bass Normal Adds bass to the subwoofer for any channel set to SMALL.  
Example: If the front speakers are set to SMALL, the bass frequencies go to  
the subwoofer, not the front speakers.  
SW Bass Ultra  
Allows for all channels to be summed to the subwoofer  
regardless of SMALL/LARGE speaker settings.  
Delay settings  
CTR DELAY - Center channel delay. The center channel has a variable delay  
that may be set from 0 ms to 5 ms.  
SUR DELAY - Surround channel delay. The surround channel delay is variable  
between 0 ms to 15 ms for Dolby Digital and 15 ms to 30 ms for Pro Logic.  
When changing the surround delay setting, only the Dolby Digital setting will be  
displayed. The Pro Logic setting is automatically 15 ms higher than the Dolby  
Digital setting.  
Example:  
If the surround delay is set at 0 ms, the Pro Logic delay is automatically 15  
ms.  
If the surround delay is set at 5 ms, the Pro Logic delay is automatically 20  
ms.  
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Surround mode explanation  
SURROUND MODES  
CHANNELS  
ON †  
DELAY  
RANGE  
NOTES †  
DOLBY SURROUND  
LF,RF,C,LR,RR  
SUB  
0 - 15 ms  
or  
15 - 30 ms  
AC-3 Mode-All speakers are full  
range. Dolby Pro Logic- Rear left and  
right are mono surround and sent  
through the delay.  
3 STEREO  
LF,RF,C,SUB  
0 ms  
Rear left and right signals mixed with  
front left and right.  
3 STEREO HALL  
LF,RF,C,LR,RR  
SUB  
0 - 15 ms  
or  
Rear left and right are mono surround  
and sent through the delay.  
15 - 30 ms  
STEREO  
LF,RF,SUB  
0 ms  
0 ms  
Stereo listening mode.  
STEREO F/R  
LF,RF,LR,RR  
SUB  
Front left is sent to the rear left and  
front right is sent to the rear right.  
SUB is the front left and right signals  
summed.  
STEREO HALL  
DIRECT  
LF,RF,LR,RR  
SUB  
0 - 15 ms  
or  
15 - 30 ms  
Same as 3 STEREO HALL with no  
center channel.  
LF,RF,SUB  
0 ms  
Direct mode is the same as Stereo  
mode except the 2 channel output  
signal is pre-processor for analog  
sources.(True Stereo bypass if using  
analog inputs)  
DTS  
LF,RF,C,LR,RR,  
SUB  
0 ms  
L
DTS Mode-All speakers are full  
range. You must have all speakers in  
your system to properly use this  
mode.  
† Output configurations for each mode are limited by the speaker setup in the SETUP  
menu.  
L
The DTS mode is only a 5.1 channel surround setup. You must have all channels to  
properly use this mode. Example: If you are missing the center channel speaker the  
system will not send the information to the front left or right, the sound will simply be  
lost.  
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Speaker calibration  
Always calibrate your speakers after you have performed setup. Surround calibration is  
different from adjusting balance levels. When you calibrate, you equalize volume levels  
on all channels with a final goal of ensuring that the volume is the same on each one.  
When you adjust balance, you turn the volume up or down on specific channels  
because the sound you are hearing seems either too loud or too soft.  
Calibration is more than equalizing the volume levels on all channels. When you are  
calibrating your speakers, variables such as the shape of the room, how furniture is  
arranged, as well as anything that influences the acoustics of the room such as  
carpeting, curtains, sound panels, etc. must be considered. You should always  
calibrate by sitting where you normally sit to watch movies or listen to music. This is  
your ideal listening position. Once in this position, adjust the volume of each channel to  
match the others. You can do this by listening to each speaker and making  
adjustments. To verify equal decibel levels (dB), you can use a sound-pressure level  
meter.  
Do not use calibration to “boost” or “cut” a channel. For example, if you want to  
increase the level of the subwoofer for effect, adjust the level using the SUB LEVEL +  
button on the remote after you have completed calibration for equal levels.  
Setup procedure  
Turn the preamplifier on. The display should read VLD DIRECT if this is the first time  
the preamplifier is turned on and set up.  
Press the MENU button and the display shows:  
ꢉꢇꢈꢌꢅ  
Press ENTER, the display shows:  
ꢋꢇ  
ꢈ(ꢏꢎꢑꢒꢈ  
ꢋꢐꢏꢑꢇ  
You can toggle between the LARGE and SMALL modes by pressing  
x
or  
y.  
Press ENTER, the display shows:  
ꢂꢇꢆꢈꢇꢏ  
ꢉꢄꢐꢋꢋ  
You can toggle between the LARGE, SMALL, and NONE modes by pressing  
or  
x
y.  
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Press ENTER, the display shows:  
ꢉꢌꢏꢏꢃꢌꢆꢍ  
ꢉꢄꢐꢋꢋ  
You can toggle between the LARGE, SMALL, and NONE modes by pressing  
or  
x
y.  
Press ENTER, the display shows:  
ꢉꢌꢀꢓꢃꢃ  
ꢇꢏ  
ꢔꢇꢉ  
You can toggle between YES and NO modes by pressing  
x
or  
y.  
Press ENTER, the display shows:  
ꢀꢐꢉꢉ  
ꢆꢃꢏꢄꢐꢋ  
You can toggle between BASS NORMAL and BASS LFE OFF modes by  
pressing or  
x
y.  
Press ENTER, the display shows:  
ꢉꢓ  
ꢀꢐꢉꢉ  
ꢆꢃꢏꢄꢐꢋ  
You can toggle between SW BASS NORMAL and SW BASS ULTRA modes by  
pressing or  
x
y.  
Press ENTER, the display shows:  
ꢂꢈꢏ  
ꢍꢇꢋꢐꢔ  
-ꢉ  
You can increase center delay to 5 ms by pressing the x, or decrease back to 0  
again by pressing  
y.  
Press ENTER, the display shows:  
ꢉꢌꢏ  
ꢍꢇꢋꢐꢔ  
-ꢉ  
You can increase surround delay to 15 ms by pressing the x, or decrease back  
to 0 again by pressing  
y.  
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Press ENTER, the display shows:  
ꢊꢋꢍ  
ꢍꢎꢑꢎꢈꢐꢋ  
You can toggle between OFF, ON, AC-3, and DTS modes by pressing  
This holds true for the CD, V1, V2, TV, and TNR digital settings.  
x
or  
y.  
Digital off-  
Digital on-  
Selects the corresponding AUDIO L/R analog input for Pro Logic  
Surround Processing.  
Selects the corresponding digital input for PCM Pro Logic Surround  
Processing. If Dolby Digital is detected, Dolby Digital surround  
processing is automatically used.  
Digital AC-3- Selects the corresponding digital input for Dolby Digital Surround  
Processing. PCM signals are not processed in this mode.  
Digital DTS- Selects the corresponding digital input for DTS 5.1 Surround  
Processing. No other signals are processed in this mode.  
Press ENTER, the display shows:  
ꢂꢍ  
ꢊꢕ  
ꢍꢎꢑꢎꢈꢐꢋ  
ꢍꢎꢑꢎꢈꢐꢋ  
Press ENTER:  
Press ENTER:  
Press ENTER:  
Press ENTER:  
 
ꢍꢎꢑꢎꢈꢐꢋ  
ꢍꢎꢑꢎꢈꢐꢋ  
ꢍꢎꢑꢎꢈꢐꢋ  
ꢈꢊ  
ꢈꢆꢏ  
Press ENTER, the display shows:  
ꢊꢋꢍ  
ꢋꢇꢊꢇꢋ  
.  
You can increase to +6.0 dB by pressing the x, or decrease to -6.0 dB by  
pressing y. This holds true for the CD, V1, V2, TV-V3, TUNER, and TAPE level  
settings. The level controls are for matching the input levels of all your sources  
coming into the preamplifier.  
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Press ENTER:  
Press ENTER:  
Press ENTER:  
Press ENTER:  
Press ENTER:  
Press ENTER:  
ꢂꢍ  
ꢊꢕ  
 
ꢋꢇꢊꢇꢋ  
ꢋꢇꢊꢇꢋ  
ꢋꢇꢊꢇꢋ  
   
.
.
.
ꢈꢊ)ꢊ!  
ꢈꢌꢆꢇꢏ  
ꢋꢇꢊꢇꢋ  
.  
ꢋꢇꢊꢇꢋ  
ꢋꢇꢊꢇꢋ  
.  
ꢈꢐꢅꢇ  
.  
The surround calibration is next. Adjust the levels with the MASTER VOLUME +/-  
buttons. You have a range of -12.0 to +12.0 in 0.5 dB increments. Equalize the volume  
level of all the channels by adjusting the calibration of each individual speaker until they  
all have the same volume from your ideal listening position. You can move from  
channel to channel by pressing the  
x
and  
y
buttons or the ENTER button.  
Press ENTER, the display will show:  
ꢋꢇ  
ꢃꢃ.  
Press ENTER:  
ꢂꢇꢆꢈꢇꢏ  
ꢏꢎꢑꢒꢈ  
ꢃꢃ.  
Press ENTER:  
Press ENTER:  
Press ENTER:  
Press ENTER:  
ꢃꢃ.  
ꢉꢌꢏꢏꢃꢌꢆꢍ  
ꢉꢌꢏꢏꢃꢌꢆꢍ  
ꢃꢃ.  
ꢃꢃ  
.  
ꢉꢌꢀꢓꢃꢃ  
ꢇꢏ  
ꢃꢃ.  
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Press ENTER, the display shows:  
ꢊꢋꢍ  
ꢍꢎꢏꢇꢂꢈ  
You have completed the setup procedure. Remember, you have to perform the  
calibration procedure every time you change your speaker configuration.  
Using presets  
There are 20 A/V presets provided. Presets “0" through “9" are selected using the  
numeric buttons on the remote (0-9). Pressing the “A” button first allows you to select  
bank “A” presets, “A0" through “A9", using the same numeric buttons (0-9).  
The preprogrammed audio/video presets let you instantly select any of the audio/video  
sources along with volume level and surround mode settings. You can customize the  
presets, even the preset name, for ease of operation.  
Recall a preset  
Using the remote control, press a number on the keypad to display the preset name.  
Pressing “A” selects “bank A”. Once you press a preset number, you can then press  
or to step through all the preset names. If the AVP is off, pressing a preset number  
will turn the preamplifier on, and pressing ENTER will select that preset.  
x
y
Keypad  
number  
Display shows  
Keypad  
number  
Display shows  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
ꢄꢌꢉꢎꢂ  
ꢊꢎꢍꢇꢃ  
$
%
ꢅꢋꢐꢔ  
ꢏꢐꢍꢎꢃ  
 
ꢅꢋꢐꢔ  
ꢂꢍ  
ꢓꢐꢈꢂꢒ  
ꢅꢋꢐꢔ  
 
!
"
ꢓꢐꢈꢂꢒ  
ꢓꢐꢈꢂꢒ  
ꢓꢐꢈꢂꢒ  
ꢊꢋꢍ  
ꢊꢕ  
ꢈꢐꢅꢇ  
&
'
ꢓꢐꢈꢂꢒ  
ꢉꢅꢃꢏꢈꢉ  
ꢈꢊ  
ꢈꢊ ꢉꢎꢄꢌꢋꢂꢐꢉꢈ  
Select the desired preset then press ENTER to recall. The display will show (if you  
selected preset #1):  
ꢅꢏꢇꢉꢇꢈ  
ꢏꢇꢂꢐꢋꢋ  
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Save a preset  
A preset will save the following information in a preset for you:  
Master volume, selected input, input mode (analog, PCM, Dolby Digital, or DTS),  
surround mode, rear volume, subwoofer volume, center channel volume, delay  
setting, and display status of on or off.  
To save a preset, press the SAVE button, followed by the preset number you wish to  
overwrite (0-9 or A0-A9), then ENTER.  
Example:  
If you want to save a setup for the preset 1 (CD), first recall the preset by  
pressing 1 then ENTER.  
Select the desired surround mode by pressing the MODE button until the  
desired mode is displayed.  
ꢉꢈꢇꢏꢇꢃ  
ꢏꢆꢈ  
ꢏꢇꢐꢏ  
Next set the desired volume level:  
ꢊꢃꢋꢌꢄꢇ  
) ꢕ  
d  
Now save the preset by pressing SAVE:  
ꢉꢐꢊꢇ  
Press 1:  
ꢅꢋꢐꢔ  
ꢂꢍ  
Press ENTER to select and overwrite the displayed preset:  
ꢅꢏꢇꢉꢇꢈ  
ꢉꢐꢊꢇꢍ  
Your settings are now saved under preset 1 and any time you select this  
preset your settings will be recalled.  
Follow the same procedure for the other presets.  
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Rename a preset  
Once you save your own custom preset, you can rename it to make it easy to  
remember for the next time you want to use those same settings. For example,  
suppose you saved your favorite settings for watching a movie in A/V preset 2, and  
you’d like to rename the preset to “WATCH MOVIE”.  
Using the remote control, press MENU until the display shows:  
ꢂꢌꢉꢈꢃꢄꢎꢖꢇ  
ꢈꢎꢈꢋꢇꢉ  
Press  
x
or  
y
until the display shows  
 
ꢅꢏꢇꢉꢇꢈ  
ꢈꢎꢈꢋꢇ  
Press ENTER to select renaming this title. The display will show the current A/V preset  
name:  
ꢓꢐꢈꢂꢒ  
ꢊꢋꢍ  
The display shows a flashing cursor “_” at the character you are currently editing.  
Pressing or changes the character, pressing ENTER accepts (or skips) the  
x
y
blinking character.  
Continue the steps above until you achieve:  
ꢓꢐꢈꢂꢒ  
ꢄꢃꢊꢎꢇ  
Pressing ENTER at the last character completes the renaming session and exits.  
ꢉꢐꢊꢇꢍ  
The presets are independent for each “bank” allowing you to save different names in  
each “bank”. The character set you have available for renaming is shown below.  
A - Z  
0 - 9  
/
-
+
?
&
space  
ꢐ)ꢖ  
ꢗ)'  
(
)
*
+
,
You can also rename the six input titles and the power on title using the same  
procedure and character set above.  
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Tuner functions  
After selecting TUNER, the internal AM/FM tuner features are controlled as follows:  
For Controlling:  
AM/FM Band  
Use Buttons:  
BAND  
Description:  
Alternates between AM and FM bands.  
Adjusts tuning frequency.  
Tuning/Seek  
TUNE -/+  
Direct Frequency Entry FREQ then number keypad (0-9) To directly enter a station frequency.  
FM Stereo/Mono  
Save a Station Preset  
Recall a Station Preset  
MENU then  
x
Manually select between stereo and  
mono reception.  
SAVE, STATION -/+, then  
ENTER  
To save a desired station to memory.  
There are 20 presets per band.  
STATION -/+  
To recall a saved station.  
Auto-program Station  
presets  
MENU then ENTER  
Allows the AVP to program the Station  
memory for you.  
Tuner Operation  
AM/FM Band -  
Changing band is accomplished by simply pressing the BAND  
button. It will toggle the tuner between the FM and AM band.  
Tuning/Seek -  
Adjusts the tuners frequency to tune in a desired station. Pressing  
TUNE once steps frequency manually while pressing and holding  
momentarily engages “seek”.  
Direct Frequency  
Entry -  
To enter a station’s frequency directly into the tuner. Press the  
FREQ button on the remote.  
The message ENTER FREQUENCY will appear on the display.  
Enter the numbers of the desired station frequency using the  
numeric keypad (0-9).  
Example:  
Press FREQ , then 9 6 9. The dot “.” is automatic.  
Display will show:  
ꢉꢈ  
'$  
.
'ꢗ  
ꢗꢕ  
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FM Stereo/ Mono-  
FM stereo is automatically selected when tuning a station. If you choose  
to manually set it, press MENU until the display shows:  
ꢉꢈꢇꢏꢇꢃ(ꢄꢃꢆꢃ  
Now press  
repeatedly pressing the  
x
to change mode. You can toggle from stereo to mono by  
button.  
x
Save a station preset -  
To save a station preset, tune the AVP to the desired station you wish to  
save. You may use either method listed prior.  
Press the SAVE button followed by the STATION + (or -) button until the  
display shows the preset number where you want to save this frequency  
at. The station preset number is the two digits at the right hand side of the  
display. When saving, the AVP will still show the current frequency saved  
in each particular preset that you are about to overwrite. The new  
frequency will not be accepted until ENTER is pressed.  
Press ENTER to save at desired preset number.  
Display shows frequency to save:  
Ignore 01 digits right now.  
Example:  
ꢉꢈ  
'$  
.
'ꢃ  
ꢃꢕ  
Press the SAVE button, the display reads:  
ꢉꢐꢊꢇ  
Press the STATION + button, the display reads:  
&%  
.
#ꢃ  
 
Now look at the two right most digits. They tell the station preset number  
to save your selection under. Continue pressing the STATION + (or -)  
button until the desired number is displayed (01-20).  
Press the ENTER button to select the station preset number and save  
your station. The display should read (assuming you picked preset 01):  
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ꢉꢈꢐꢈꢎꢃꢆ  
ꢃꢕ  
ꢉꢐꢊꢇꢍ  
ꢃꢕ  
The display should now look like this:  
ꢉꢈ  
'$ '  
.
You have now saved the station into the preset 01.  
There are two tuner A/V presets you can also save. These presets are the A/V preset  
numbers 5 and A5. If you do not save these presets the AVP will always pick the  
default frequency of 87.50 MHZ when you press 5 (or A5) and ENTER.  
Bring your favorite station up on the display:  
ꢉꢈ  
'$  
.
'
ꢃꢕ  
Set the desired volume level:  
ꢊꢃꢋꢌꢄꢇ  
)ꢕꢉ  
d  
Set the desired mode (example: stereo front to rear):  
ꢉꢈꢇꢏꢇꢃ  
ꢏꢆꢈ  
ꢏꢇꢐꢏ  
Note: You may use any mode you wish.  
Press SAVE, 5, then ENTER, and the display shows:  
ꢅꢏꢇꢉꢇꢈ  
ꢉꢐꢊꢇꢍ  
You have now saved your favorite station under A/V preset 5. You may follow the same  
procedure for the preset A5.  
Recall a Station Preset -  
Simply press the STATION +/- buttons until your desired station is  
displayed.  
Auto-program Station Presets -  
Select the band you wish to auto-program (AM or FM).  
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Press MENU until the display shows:  
ꢐꢌꢈꢃ  
ꢅꢑꢄ  
ꢈꢌꢆꢇꢏ  
Then press ENTER. The display will read:  
ꢐꢏꢇ  
ꢔꢃꢌ
 
ꢉꢌꢏꢇ  
+
Press ENTER again to confirm.  
The AVP will now search the band and program the first 20  
strongest stations it receives into the 20 preset memories for that  
band.  
Remember to connect an antenna to the AVP for proper tuner operation.  
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Advanced operations  
Star (U) operations  
The AVP has incorporated some new ways to change the mode of the source inputs. In  
the standard SETUP menu, the digital modes of VLD, CD ,V1 ,V2 ,TV-V3, and TUNER  
are set globally and are not affected as presets are recalled. Now with the U(star)  
operations described below, you can override the setup mode to another digital input  
mode. You can also save the new mode in an A/V preset for later recall. What does all  
this mean? It means you can have presets for more than one digital mode of the same  
input source.  
For example, you can save one CD preset that uses the standard L,R analog inputs in  
direct, and save another CD preset that uses the digital input with PCM stereo.  
Depending on what you want to hear at the time, you can select the appropriate preset  
without having to go through the SETUP menu and surround mode changes again.  
It should be noted that only the DIGITAL ON mode, when set in the SETUP menu,  
allows the AVP to automatically switch over to Dolby Digital Surround Processing when  
an Dolby Digital digital input is detected. This feature also provides automatic switching  
back to PCM 30 seconds after an Dolby Digital signal is no longer present. Overriding  
the digital mode to DIGITAL OFF or DIGITAL DTS defeats the automatic sensor.  
Procedure  
First select the preset you wish to change. We will use preset 1 for this example but the  
same holds true for all presets 0-9 and A0-A9.  
Press 1, then ENTER to recall preset 1.  
ꢅꢏꢇꢉꢇꢈ  
ꢏꢇꢂꢐꢋꢋ  
Set the input mode by selecting one of the following:  
KEYSTROKE  
MODE  
U(star) then 1 then 0  
U(star) then 1 then 1  
U(star) then 1 then 2  
U(star) then 1 then 3  
DIGITAL OFF  
DIGITAL ON  
DIGITAL AC-3  
DIGITAL DTS  
Save the setup to preset 1 by pressing SAVE, then 1, then ENTER.  
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The new setup will be saved for preset 1. You can save digital off for preset 1 and  
digital on for preset A1 if you wish. This would allow you to have two different sources  
into the CD inputs, one digital and one analog.  
These star operations do not change the digital settings in the SETUP menu. They are  
temporary changes to the mode of the input selected. When the AVP is powered off  
and then on, the input will default back to the SETUP menu status (Unless a preset was  
selected to turn on the AVP).  
NOTE: The star funcitons (U10,U11 U,12,U13) will not work if the digital input is set to  
DTS in the SETUP menu.  
Other star (U) operation  
Star 98 will reset the preamplifier back to the factory presets. This is a master reset for  
the preamplifier and will erase everything that was programmed into the system  
memory.  
Factory reset  
Reset the AVP before you start. Plug in the power and turn the AVP on. When the  
display shows:  
ꢊꢋꢍ  
ꢍꢎꢏꢇꢂꢈ  
Press the  
U
(star) then 9 then 8 and the display will show:  
ꢉꢈꢐꢏ  
'&  
The AVP will turn off and back on. Then it will cycle through the three title messages  
and then off again. The AVP is now reset to factory defaults. You can perform this  
procedure anytime you need to reset the preamplifier to the factory defaults. All your  
presets will be erased. Do not interrupt the cycle, do not press any buttons  
on the remote or preamplifier face plate. If you accidentally press a button, you will  
have to repeat the reset procedure.  
Turn the preamplifier ON and the display will show:  
ꢊꢋꢍ  
ꢍꢎꢏꢇꢂꢈ  
You can now program the preamplifier to your desired setup.  
This is the same procedure as shown on page 15.  
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Troubleshooting  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
POSSIBLE SOLUTION  
No sound, display will not 1.  
Power cord not plugged in.  
Power off at AC source.  
Power switch off.  
AC power inlet fuse blown  
or faulty. **  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Reconnect power cord.  
Check power at plug.  
Turn power switch on.  
Check for shorts or  
overloading.  
light  
2.  
3.  
4.  
No sound, display on.  
1.  
2.  
Preamplifier in mute  
Volume control to  
minimum.  
Wrong source selected.  
Wrong source mode  
selected.(analog/digital)  
Line stage to amp. cables  
loose or faulty.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Unmute preamplifier.  
Increase volume.  
Select source.  
Select proper mode. (page  
24,34)  
Tighten, repair, or replace  
cable.  
Tighten, repair, or replace  
cable.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
5.  
6.  
Source to line stage cables  
loose or faulty.  
Loud hum or buzz on one 1.  
or more channels  
Poor ground connection in  
interconnect cables.  
1.  
Check all connectors and  
repair as necessary.  
Surround sound does not 1.  
sound correct.  
2.  
Recordings are not Pro  
Logic.  
Recordings are not Dolby  
Digital.  
Surround processor not in  
correct mode.  
1.  
2.  
Play a Pro Logic recording.  
Play a Dolby Digital  
recording.  
Select proper surround  
processor mode.  
3.  
3.  
**Note: If unit continues to blow power inlet fuses, DO NOT USE A HEAVIER  
FUSE!!, have it serviced.  
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Specifications  
Audio Specifications  
Frequency Response (+3 dB):  
20 Hz - 100 kHz  
20 Hz - 100 kHz  
63 mV  
Unprocessed  
Processed  
Input Sensitivity:  
Maximum Output Level:  
Total Harmonic Distortion:  
9 V R.M.S.  
Less than .02%  
Less than .05%  
Less than .12%  
Less than .05%  
Unprocessed  
Front  
Rear  
Subwoofer  
Signal to Noise Ratio:  
89 dB, CCIR 2k Weighted, max level  
Input Impedance:  
Output Impedance:  
Noise Test Reference Level:  
Surround Outputs non-inverting  
Audio Inputs  
50k Ohms  
221 Ohms  
-12.5 dB  
8
6
Audio Outputs (extra L & R) non-inverting  
2 sets  
Video Specifications  
Frequency Response (-3,-3 dB):  
Buffered Input Impedance:  
Buffered Output Impedance:  
Maximum Input Level:  
Maximum Output Level:  
Video Inputs / Outputs  
20 Hz - 10 MHz  
75 Ohms  
75 Ohms  
2 V R.M.S.  
2 V R.M.S.  
4 / 4  
Tuner Specifications  
FM Section ;De-emphasis 75 )sec *  
Frequency Range:  
87.50 - 107.90 MHz in 50 kHz steps  
Total Harmonic Distortion:  
Frequency Response (-1,-3 dB)  
Capture Ratio:  
Less than 0.25%  
20 Hz - 15 kHz  
2 dB  
IHF (Usable) Sensitivity:  
Mono/Stereo Sensitivity:  
Alternate Channel Selectivity:  
Signal to Noise Ratio:  
12 dBf  
15/35 dBf  
65 dB  
70 dB, A Weighted  
75 Ohms  
Antenna Input Impedance:  
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AM Section *  
Frequency Range:  
Total Harmonic Distortion:  
Sensitivity:  
520 - 1620 kHz in 10 kHz steps  
Less than 0.3%  
28 dBf  
Selectivity:  
30 dB  
* USA and Canada versions.  
Other versions have 50 )sec De-emphasis with 50 kHz tuning steps for FM and 9 kHz tuning steps for  
AM.  
Digital Inputs  
Line Voltage  
6
120/220/240 VAC switchable  
Line fuse - 0.5 A / 250 V fast blow  
20 lb  
Replacement fuse  
Shipping weight  
Dimensions  
width  
height 3¾ inches  
depth 12 inches  
17 inches  
Care and cleaning  
Under normal use, the preamplifier will not require any special care. Over time you may  
wish to clean the exterior of the unit by wiping it with a damp cloth to remove any dirt or  
dust that accumulates on it. Do not let any liquid enter the preamplifier thru the vents in  
the top cover.  
You may clean the connectors on the back panel with isopropal alcohol annually.  
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Limited Warranty  
B&K Components Ltd., referred to herein as B&K, warrants your B&K equipment against all defects in  
material and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase. This warranty applies  
only to the original purchaser and only to equipment in normal residential use and service. Defective  
equipment must be returned to B&K, prepaid, accompanied by sufficient payment to cover the cost of  
return shipping and handling, and will be repaired or replaced at the discretion of B&K whose decision as  
to the method of reparation will be final.  
This warranty shall not apply to any equipment which is found to have been improperly installed,  
incorrectly fused, misused, abused, or subjected to harmful elements, used in any way not in accordance  
with instructions supplied with the unit, or to have been modified, repaired or altered in any way without  
the expressed, written consent of B&K. This warranty does not apply to the cabinet, the remote  
controller, or appearance items such as the faceplate, control buttons, or display lenses, nor does it cover  
any expenses incurred in shipping the unit to and from the manufacturer’s service depot.  
No warranty, implied or otherwise created by State law shall extend beyond the terms of this warranty  
and B&K shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damage arising out of a defect in material  
or workmanship of the unit during the terms of this warranty or thereafter. Some States do not allow the  
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages and the foregoing exclusions may not apply  
to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. Your may also have other rights which vary from State to  
State.  
No agent, representative, dealer or employee of B&K has the authority to increase or alter the obligations  
or terms of this warranty.  
B&K Components Ltd.  
RETURNING EQUIPMENT  
No equipment may be returned to B&K Components Ltd. Without a RETURN AUTHORIZATION. Should  
you find it necessary to return equipment to B&K, for any reason, a RETURN AUTHORIZATION (R.A.)  
number must be issued by B&K in respect of the equipment being returned. You may request an R.A.  
number by calling B&K at the numbers below. We ask that you provide the following information at that  
time.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Your name, address, and phone number.  
The model and serial number of the equipment being returned.  
A description of the problem being experienced.  
Your call will be referred to a Technical Service Representative who will work with you to resolve the  
problem. If it is determined that the unit must be returned for repair, an R.A. number will be issued.  
Customer service hours are 10:00am to 12:00pm and 1:00pm to 4:00pm.  
B&K Components Ltd. 2100 Old Union Road, Buffalo New York 14227  
1-800-543-5252 or 1-716-656-0023  
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