PMA-1500RII - Amplificateur audio DENON - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PMA-1500RII DENON

ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANCAIS M SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS- TURE.

PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE CABINET FOR FUTURE REFER- ENCE”

The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.

No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

Please be care the environmental aspects of battery disposal.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing for use.

No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

ITALIANO ESPANOL NEDERLANDS SEVENSKA PORTU,

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsu- lated “dangerous voltage” within the prod- uct's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and main- tenance (servicing) instructions in the liter- ature accompanying the appliance.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We declare under our sole responsibility that this product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards:

EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3- 3

Following the provisions of 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC and 93/68/ EEC Directive

OBSERVAÇOES QUANTO AO USO Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed on a rack.

Keep the set free from moisture, water, and dust.

Do not let foreign objects in the set.

Handle the power cord carefully.

Unplug the power cord when not using the set for long periods of time.

Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in contact with the set.

* (For sets with ventilation holes)

Never disassemble or modify the set in any

ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANCAIS NOTE:

1. Always keep the POWER switch on the main unit turned on.

2. Turn the power on and off from the remote control unit. 3. Unplug the power supply cord when you do not plan to use the unit for a long period of time.

Only when the power LED is lit red, this means that the power is turned off with remote control unit. Turn the power on from the remote control unit.

Please check to make sure the following items are included with the main unit in the carton:

PRECAUTIONS FOR INSTALLATION For heat dispersal, leave at least 10 cm of space between the top, back and sides of this unit and the wall or other com- ponents.

[1] DESIGNATIONS AND FUNCTIONS OF PANEL CONTROLS (Refer to page 5)

© Power switch (POWER)

When the power switch is turned ON (=), the power LED @ lights.

When the power switch is turned ON, power is supplied to the unit. lt takes a few seconds after the power is turned on for the unit to warm up. This is due to the built-in muting circuit that eliminates noise during the on/ off operation.

[2] Headphone jack (PHONES) This jack is used to plug in the headphones. (The SPEAKER output is turned off when the head- phones are plugged in.) To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using headphones.

[3] Bass control (BASS) This knob is used to control the bass quality of the sound. When the knob is set at the center position, the frequency characteristics are flattened in the range below 1000 Hz. The bass is emphasized as the knob is moved off center to the right (3), and reduced as it is moved to the left (().

@ rreble control (TREBLE) This knob is used to control the treble quality of the sound. When the knob is set at the center position, the frequency characteristics are flattened in the range above 1000 Hz. The treble is emphasized as the knob is moved off center to the right ((), and reduced as it is moved to the left (().

When the Volume control @ is turned right (N) from the center position, the adjustment range of the BASS

©. TREBLE @ and LOUDNESS @ controls

decreases. If the Volume control @ is turned fully right the bass and treble cannot be adjusted.

6 Loudness Switch (LOUDNESS)

When the volume is low, it is difficult for the human ear to clearly distinguish notes in the low and high frequency ranges. The loudness switch allows a simple “one- touch” correction of this difficulty. Press the loudness switch ON (.n ) when listening to music at a low volume. The low notes and high notes will be corrected to pro- duce a natural sound.

ENGLISH Balance control (BALANCE)

This knob is used to adjust the balance between the left and right channels.

When it is set to the center position, the amplitude of the amplifier is equal on both sides. If the volume on the right side is too low, turn the knob to the right (3). lfthe volume on the left side is too low, turn the knob to the left (ON). This will achieve an even balance on the left and right sides.

Volume control (VOLUME)

This knob controls the overall volume level.

Turn the knob to the right (( ) to raise the volume and to the left ({) to lower it.

Recording output select switch

Use this to select the output source for recording onto a

+ TAPE-2B 1: Use this position when making copies of tapes using two tape decks. The input signal from the deck con- nected to the TAPE-2/MD input terminals is fed to the TAPE-1/DAT REC OUT terminals.

+ TAPE-1 b 2: Use this position when making copies of tapes using two tape decks. The input signal from the deck con- nected to the TAPE-1/DAT input terminals is fed to the TAPE-2/MD REC OUT terminals.

+ PHONO: Used to recording from the turntable.

+ CD: Used to recording from the CD player.

+ TUNER: Used to recording from the tuner.

+ DVD/AUX: Used to recording component that connected to the DVD/ AUX terminals.

Input select switch (INPUT SELECTOR)

This switch is used to select the input signal for the pro-

+ TAPE-2/MD: Use this position when using the tape deck, etc., con- nected to the TAPE-2/MD terminals.

+ TAPE-1/DAT: Use this position when using the tape deck, etc., con- nected to the TAPE-1/DAT terminals.

+ PHONO: Use this position when using the record player con- nected to the PHONO terminals. Use the CARTRIDGE selection switch @ to switch the sensitivity to correspond to the cartridge type being used.

+ CD: Used to listen a compact disc player or other compo- nent that is connected to the CD terminals.

+ TUNER: Used to play a component such as an FM/AM tuner or a TV tuner that is connected to the TUNER terminals.

+ DVD/AUX: Used to play a component such as a HiFi video player, TV tuner or tape deck that is connected to the DVD/AUX terminals.

© Source direct switch (SOURCE DIRECT) The controls (BASS @, TREBLE @, LOUDNESS @ and BALANCE Q@) can be used when this switch is in the OFF (1m) position. When set to the ON (m) position, the above controls are by passed and the signals are input directly to the volume control circuit, providing high quality sound.

© Power LED The LED indicates the set‘s operating mode.

Main unit Main unit mode LED color power switch Operating Lit orange Flashing ON (am) Mute green <> orange

Standby (power off by remote control)

The mute mode is set for several seconds when the main unit's power switch is turned ON (. ) or when the standby mode is canceled by the remote control unit.

2] Remote Control Sensor (REMOTE SENSOR) This sensor receives the infra-red light transmitted from the wireless remote control unit. For remote control, point the wireless remote control unit towards the sensor.

© put terminals (INPUTS) These are input terminals for CD players, turntables,

AM/FM tuners, tape decks or other playback compo- nents.

+ The PHONO input terminals are equipped with a short pin-plug. Remove this plug to connect a record player.

Store the removed short pin-plug in a safe place so as not to lose it.

+ Do not plug a short pin plug into the REC (record- ing output) terminals. Doing so will result in a loss of sound and may damage connected equipment.

@ Tape playback and recording terminals (TAPE-1/DAT, TAPE-2/MD) Playback and Recording Terminals + _ Playback Terminals (PB). + Recording Terminals (REC).

® Pre out terminals (PRE OUT) Use these when adding a power amplifier, a subwoofer With built-in power amplifier, etc. Connect these PRE OUT terminals to the input termi- nals on the additional power amplifier, subwoofer, etc.

Signals are output from the PRE OUT terminals even when using headphones.

If you wish to stop the signals, do so by operating the connected unit (power amplifier, etc.).

© Speaker system terminals (SPEAKER SYSTEMS) Connect the speaker systems here. U7] Cartridge selection switch (CARTRIDGE) This switch is set according to the type of player car- tridge to be used. Set this switch to MM (m.) or MC (.n) according to the type of cartridge used on your turntable. ® Ground terminal (SIGNAL GND) Connect the turntable’s ground wire here.

This terminal is used to reduce noise when a turnta- ble, etc., is connected. It does not provide complete grounding.

© Attachment plug receptacles (AC OUTLETS) AC outlets are used for connecting amplifier component units, such as tuner, turntable, tape deck, etc. + SWITCHED These outlets are turned ON/OFF when main power switch is turned on/off.

@ AC inlet receptacle (AC IN) Connect the included power supply cord here.

Do not use any other cord than the provided power sup- ply cord.

[2] CONNECTIONS Connecting the speakers

M Speaker impedance + When using speaker systems À and B separately,

speakers with an impedance of 4 to 16 Q/ohms can be connected.

+ When bi-wiring with bi-wireable speaker system, speakers with an impedance of 4 to 16 Q/ohms can be connected.

+ Note that when using two sets of speaker systems together (A + B), using speakers with an impedance other than between 8 to 16 Q/ohms can result in dam- age.

Note that this unit is not equipped with a switch for selecting the speaker system. The A and B speaker output terminals are connected in parallel.

+ The protective circuit may be activated if speakers with other impedances are connected.

M Be sure to connect the cords between the speaker termi- nals and speaker systems with the same polarities (@ to ®, © to ©). If not, the central sound will be weak and the position of the different instruments will not be clear, diminishing the stereo effect.

Æ When connecting the speakers, be sure that the core wires of the speaker cords do not stick out from the termi- nals and touch other terminals, each other or the rear panel.

M Connecting the speaker cords 1. Peel off the sheathing from the end of the cord.

2. Twist the core wires.

3. Turn the speaker terminal counterclockwise to loosen it.

4. Insert the core wires entirely, then turn the terminal clockwise to tighten it.

CAUTION NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the power is on. Doing so could result in electric shocks.

This set is equipped with a built-in high speed protector circuit.This circuit protects the speakers should the ampli- fier's outputs be short-circuited or the surrounding temper- ature be abnormal. When the protector circuit is activated, the speaker output is automatically interrupted. Should this happen, turn off the set's power, check the speaker cable connections once again, then turn the power back on. The set will operate normally once the muting circuit turns off after several seconds.

ENGLISH Cautions on Connecti

Insert the plugs securely.

Do not plug in the power suppy cord until all connections

Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly. Incomplete connections can

Use the SWITCHED AC OUTLETS to plug in audio com-

ponents. Do not use them for hair dryers or other appli-

Note that placing the pin plug cords next to power supply cords or near power transformers may result in humming or other noise.

The PHONO input jacks have an extremely high sensitiv- ity, so avoid turning up the volume when no pin plug cords are connected. Doing so may result in induction humming (booming) from the speakers. When pin plug cords are not connected, insert the included short-circuit pin plug.

SPEAKER SYSTEM (A) L R

ances. Tuner neo Le I) = LINE IN Line DVD player (sound only) OUTIS 0 200 - 0 oo = = ONE OUT Tape deck or DAT deck a TES LINE IN (REC)

Turntable for MC, MM)

1 x Connect the ground wire, but disconnect it if humming or other noise is generated.

SPEAKER SYSTEM (BI-WIRING) When bi-wiring with bi-wireable

speakers, connect the mid and

R high range terminals to SYSTEM A) (or SYSTEM (B)), the low range terminals to SYSTEM (B) {or SYSTEM (A)).

GB] OPERATION (Refer to Page 5)

1. CHECKING CONNECTIONS

+ Make sure that all the connections are proper by refer- ring to the rear panel.

+ Check the polarity (positive and negative) of connec- tions, and the directivity of stereo separation (right cord to right channel terminal, and left cord to left channel terminal).

+ Check the directivity of pin cord connection.

2. SETTING OF EACH KNOB

+ _ Turn the volume control knob @ left ((), to minimum position.

+ Set the tone controls @, @ and balance control @ to center position.

+ Set the LOUDNESS switch @ to “OFF (m)". + Set the SOURCE DIRECT switch @ to “OFF (mm )”.

After checking the above items, turn on the power, the ampli- fier is set in the ready mode in a few seconds.

PLAYING A RECORD 1. Set the CARTRIDGE selection switch @ “MC (.)" or “MM (m).

2. Set the INPUT SELECTOR switch @ to “PHONO”. . Operate the turntable and play the record.

4. Turn the volume @ and tone controls @, @ and bal-

ance control @ to yield an appropriate volume and sound quality.

PLAYBACK OF CD PLAYER

1. Set the INPUT SELECTOR switch @ to “CD”. 2. Operate the CD player.

3. Turn the volume @ and tone controls @, @ and bal-

ance control @ to yield an appropriate volume and sound quality.

RECEPTION OF RADIO PROGRAMS 1. Set the INPUT SELECTOR switch @ to “TUNER”. 2. Operate the tuner to receive a radio program. 3. Turn the volume @ and tone controls @, @ and bal- ance control @ to yield an appropriate volume and sound quality.

CONNECTIONS OF AUDIO EQUIPMENT TO DVD/ AUX TERMINALS 1. Set the INPUT SELECTOR switch @ to “DVD/AUX" position. 2. Operate the Audio equipment Systems. 3. Turn the volume @ and tone controls @, @ and bal- ance control @ to yield an appropriate volume and sound quality.

ENGLISH PLAYBACK WITH TAPE DECK, DAT, MD

1. Set the INPUT SELECTOR switch @ to “TAPE-1/DAT" or “TAPE-2/MD”. 2. Operate the Tape Deck, DAT, MD.

3. Turn the volume @ and tone controls @, @ and bal-

ance control @ to yield an appropriate volume and sound quality.

RECORDING WITH TAPE DECK, DAT, MD

1. Set the REC OUT SELECTOR switch @ to the program source you wish to record.

2. Start the playback of the program source.

3. Start recording with the component connected to “TAPE-

1/DAT" or “TAPE-2/MD”.

In the PMA-1500RII, the REC OUT signal and the

speaker (headphone) signal are output via separate cir-

cuits so that knobs and switches related to the tone and

volume have no effect what so ever on the sound that is

recorded. Also, since the recording function is selected

by the REC OUT SELECTOR switch @, the free pro-

gram source can be played through the speakers (or

headphones) even during recording.

MONITORING THE RECORDING

+ A recording in progress can be monitored if a tape deck

with three individual heads for recording and playback is used. À tape deck in which a common head is used for both recording and playback cannot be used to mon- itor recording. When a recording is being made using TAPE-1/DAT, selecting TAPE-1/DAT with the INPUT SELECTOR will engage the RECORDING MONITOR and permit a check of the recording condition.

[4] REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION The accessory Remote Control Unit is used to control the amplifier from a convenient distance.

H inserting the Dry Cell Batteries 1. Remove the battery cover on the Remote Control Unit.

2. Insert two dry cell batteries as shown in the diagram on the battery supply unit.

BH Directions for use

Notes on Battery Usage

RC-885 uses the size R6P (AA) dry cell batteries.

The batteries will need to be replaced approximately

once a year. This will depend upon how often the

Remote Control Unit is used.

If, in less than a year from the time new batteries were

inserted, the Remote Control Unit fails to operate the

Amplifier from a near-by position, it is time to replace the

The included battery is only for verifying operation.

Replace it with a new battery as soon as possible.

Insert the batteries properly, following the polarity dia-

gram inside the battery compartment.

Batteries are prone to damage and leakage. Therefore:

+ Do not mix new batteries with used ones.

+ _ Do not mix different types of batteries.

+ Do not jumper opposite poles of the batteries, expose them to heat, break them open, nor expose them to open fire.

If the batteries have leaked, remove any traces of battery fluid from the battery compartment wiping thoroughly with a dry cloth. Then insert new batteries.

Operate the Remote Control Unit while pointing it towards the Remote Control Sensor on the Amplifier as shown in the diagram on the left.

The Remote Control Unit can be used at distances up to about 8 meters in a straight line from the amplifier. This distance will decrease if there are obstructions blocking the infra-red light transmission or if the Remote Control Unit is not directed straight at the amplifier.

+ Do not press the operating buttons on the Amplifier and the Remote Control Unit at the same time. This will cause misop-

+ Operation of the Remote Control Unit will become less effective or erratic if the infrared Remote Control Sensor on the Amplifier is exposed to strong light or if there are obstructions between the Remote Control Unit and the sensor.

+_In case you operate a VCR, TV or other components by remote control, do not operate buttons on two different remote

control units at the same time. This will cause misoperation.

Besides being able to operate the PMA-1500RII Integrated-amplifier with this Remote Control Unit, you can also operate a DENON cassette deck, MD recorder, tuner and CD player with this handy full-system Remote Control Unit.

ENGLISH Remote Control Unit RC-885 supplied with the PMA-1500RII POWER button This button can be used to turn on the power and TUNER

set standby mode of the amplifier. PRESET 4 buttons However, this button can be used to switch the Press this Button to move power between the on and standby modes when DENON Up or down among the and only when the power supply cord is plugged REMOTE CONTROL UT 8 p g

in and the main units power switch is set to the l preset station numbers. on/standby mode.

This button will not function if there is a power failure, if the power supply cord is not plugged in, or when using an audio timer.

This button can be used when the power LED is lit

Pressing this switch will activate the muting condition and no signals will be output to the speakers. Other buttons

Other buttons are exclusively for the PMA-1500RII, and function in the same way as the corresponding buttons on the set.

| ) Forward button LAY button | À 5 sie | LL Record button mstoP | STOP button Ne. en noue se |] DECK

PAUSE button Pr ÏREWIND button

Refer to the operating tent oscsxr | instructions of your > FORWARD button

DENON CD player nec Refer to the operating

Manual Search —————— instructions of your

“ Reverse button DENON tape deck

Manual Search AIB DECK Forward button SELECT button

+ The RC-885 Remote Control Unit can control CD players, MD recorder, tuners and cassette decks manufactured by DENON.

+ _ Note that operation may not be possible for some models.

+ Buttons are conveniently separated into groups, each group controlling one specific component. The groups are AMP, CD, MD, DECK and TUNER.

For details on operating other components, refer to the operating instructions for the CD player, MD recorder, tuners and cas- sette deck.

+_lfthe power is turned off with the Remote Control Unit, the set is switched to the power stand-by state. If you are absent for a long period of time, unplug the power supply cord.

+ Only the power LED @ÿ lights when in the power stand-by mode.

+ You may experience erratic operation of the Remote Control Unit if it is operated in fluorescent light and direct sunlight, in particular if this light strikes the Remote Control Sensor on the Amplifier. However, this is not a malfunction, and if this should happen, simply protect the sensor against such light.

[5] TROUBLESHOOTING E Check the following before assuming there is a problem with the set.

1. Are all connections proper ?

2. ls the set being operated as described in the operating instructions ? 3. Are the speakers and input components being operated properly ?

If the set does not seem to be operating properly, check the points listed below. If these points do not apply, the set may

be damaged. Turn off the power immediately and contact your store of purchase.

Symptom Cause Measures Page Common problems arising when listening to the CD,MD,records, tapes, and FM broadcasts, etc. Power LED does not light and no + Power supply cord is not con- | + Check that the cord is plugged in. 10 sound is produced when POWER nected. switch is tumed on. + Speaker cords not properly con- | + Connect securely. 9, 10 : nected. Power LED lights but no sound is + INPUT SELECTOR not set to | + Settothe proper position. 8,11 produced. u proper position. + VOLUME control turned down. +_Set to an appropriate level. 8,11 + Speaker cords not properly con- | + Connect securely. 9, 10 Sound is not produced from one nected. Side ont p +_ Input cords not properly connected. | + Connect securely. 10 - + Lefright balance improperly | + Adjust the BALANCE control. 8,11 adjusted. Volume level is different when lis- * Tuner and record outputs different. | + Adjust the tuner output to the tum- - table's output (if the tuner is tening to tuner and records. 1 equipped with an output control). Positions of instruments inverted for | + Left and right speakers or input | + Check the left/right connections. 9, 10 stereo sources. cords inverted. Problems occurring when playing records. + Turntable's ground wire not con- | + Connect securely. 10 nected. Booming sound produced when +_ Input cords not properly connected | + Connect securely. 10 playing records. to PHONO terminals. + Influence from a TV or VCR near | + Change the position of installation. - the turntable. + Turntable and speaker systems are | + Move speaker systems as far away - too close. as possible. . + Floor is soft and vibrates easily. + Use cushions to absorb the vibra- - Howling produced when volume is ù tumed Up While playing records tions transmitted from the floor to p playing ” the speakers. If the turntable does not include insulators, use audio insulators, available in stores. + Stylus pressure is too light. + Apply proper pressure. - Sound is distorted. + Dirt on tip of stylus. + Check the tip of the stylus. - + Defective cartridge. + Replace the cartridge. - Remote control unit. + Batteries dead. + Replace with new batteries. 12 + Remote control unit too far from | + Move closer. 12 this unit. This unit does not operate properiy | + Obstacle between this unit and | + Remove obstacle. 12 when remote control unit is used. remote control unit. + Different button is being pressed. | + Press the proper button. 13 + @ and © ends of battery inserted | + Insert batteries properiy. 12

Æ POWER AMPLIFIER SECTION Rated Output Power: Both channel driven (8Q /ohms Load) (4 Q/ohms Load) Total Harmonic Distortion:

CD, TUNER, DVD/AUX, TAPE-1/DAT, TAPE-2/MD RIAA Deviation: PHONO:

SOURCE-DIRECT: ON Frequency response

Tone Control Adjustable Range:

BASS: TREBLE: M OTHERS Power Supply: AC Outlets: Switched x 3: Power Consumption:

Remote control system: Power supply: External dimensions:

y/Input Impedance: The value in parentheses (_ ) refers to the input impedance when SOURCE

70 W + 70 W (20 Hz to 20 kHz, T.H.D. 0.07 %) 140 W + 140 W (DIN, 1 kHz, T.H.D. 0.7 %) 0.01 % (-3 dB at rated output, 8 Q/ohms) (1 kHz)

Infrared pulse system

3 V DC, Two size R6P (AA) dry cell batteries 54 (W) x 155 (H) x 29 (D) mm

(2-1/8" x 6-7/64" x 1-9/64")

100 g (including batteries)

* Maximum dimensions include controls, jacks, and covers. (W)= width, (H)=height, (D) = depth

+_ For improvement purposes, specifications and functions are subject to change without advanced notice.

mSToP STOPTOETS LI TERUGSPOELTOETS

“TAPE-1/DAT" eller “TAPE-2/MD”.

© controle do agudo (TREBLE)

+ _Näo misture as baterias novas com as usadas.