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USER MANUAL AVR500 ARCAM

HANDBOOK AVR surround amplifier / AV processor

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CAUTION

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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

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The lightning flash with an 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.

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The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

CAUTION: In Canada and the USA, to prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the plug to the wide slot in the socket and insert the plug fully into the socket.

Class II product

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This equipment is a Class II or double insulated electrical appliance. It has been designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth ('ground' in the U.S.).

Many of these items are common sense precautions but, for your own safety and to ensure that you do not damage the unit, we recommend that you read them.

Important safety instructions

This product is designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. However, you should be aware of the following installation and operation precautions.

1. Take heed of warnings and instructions

You should read all the safety and operating instructions before operating this equipment. Retain this handbook for future reference and adhere to all warnings in the handbook or on the equipment.

2. Water and moisture

The presence of electricity near water can be dangerous. Do not use the equipment near water - for example next to a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool, etc.

3. Object or liquid entry

Take care that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through any openings. Liquid-filled objects such as vases should not be placed on the equipment.

4. Placing the equipment

Only use a rack or shelf that is stable and strong enough to support the weight of this equipment.

5. Ventilation

Do not place the equipment on a bed, sofa, rug or similar soft surface, or in an enclosed bookcase or cabinet, since ventilation may be impeded.

6. Heat

Locate the equipment away from naked flames or heat-producing appliances such as radiators, stoves or other appliances that produce heat.

7. Climate

The equipment has been designed for use in moderate climates and in domestic situations. Unplug this equipment during lightning storms to prevent possible damage from a strike or mains surge.

8. Cleaning

Unplug the unit from the mains supply before cleaning. The case should normally only require a wipe with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use chemical solvents for cleaning. We do not advise the use of furniture cleaning sprays or polishes as they can cause permanent white marks.

9. Power sources

Only connect the equipment to a power supply of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the equipment.

The primary method of isolating the equipment from the mains supply is to remove the mains plug. The equipment must be installed in a manner that makes disconnection possible.

10. Power-cord protection

Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to the point where they exit from the equipment.

11. Power lines

Locate any outdoor antenna/aerial away from power lines.

12. Speaker connections

Any speakers must be connected to the unit using high quality class II wire (i.e. no connection to Earth should be made). Failure to observe this precaution may cause the unit to become damaged.

13. Non-use periods

If the equipment is not being used for an extended period, we recommend that you unplug the power cord of the equipment from the outlet, to save power.

14. Abnormal smell

If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected from the equipment, turn the power off immediately and unplug the equipment from the wall outlet. Contact your dealer and do not reconnect the equipment.

15. Servicing

You should not attempt to service the equipment. Contact your dealer to arrange servicing.

16. Damage requiring service

The equipment should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A. the power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged, or
B. objects have fallen into, or liquid has spilled into the equipment, or
C. the equipment has been exposed to rain, or

D. the equipment does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance, or

E. the equipment has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.

Safety compliance

This equipment has been designed to meet the IEC/EN 60065 international electrical safety standard.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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before you begin... .E-4

audio/video connections.E-7

AVR600/AV888 rear panel connectors .E-8

Connection guide - AVR600/AV888. E-12

AVR500 rear panel connectors.. E-14

Connection guide - AVR500.. E-18

radio connectors. E-20

other connectors.. E-22

speakers. E-23

operation. E-25

front panel operation. E-27

remote control. E-28

essential setup. E-36

auto speaker setup. E-37

setup menus E-38

video & audio connection settings .... E-39

decoding modes. E-46

Dolby volume. E-48

tuner operation. E-50

network/usb operation E-52

external amplifiers. E-53

multi-room set up. E-54

Multi-room connection guide E-55

customising the CR102. E-56

Command summary. E-59

Device codes. E-59

troubleshooting. E-60

specifications. E-62

product guarantee E-63

device code tables. 64

Thank you and congratulations for purchasing your Arcam FMJ AVR500/AVR600 surround amplifier or AV888 AV processor.

Arcam has been producing specialist audio products of remarkable quality for over three decades and the new FMJ products are the latest in a long line of award winning Hi-Fi. The design of the FMJ range draws upon all of Arcam's experience as one of the UK's most respected audio companies, to produce Arcam's best performing range of products yet - designed and built to give you years of watching and listening enjoyment.

This handbook is intended to give you a detailed guide to using the AVR500/AVR600 surround amplifier and the closely related AV888 AV processor. It starts by giving advice on installation, moves on to describe how to use the product and finishes with additional information on the more advanced features. Use the contents list shown on this page to guide you to the section of interest.

We hope that your FMJ product will give you years of trouble-free operation. In the unlikely event of any fault, or if you simply require further information about Arcam products, our network of dealers will be happy to help you. Further information can also be found on the Arcam website at www.arcam.co.uk.

The FMJ development team

Professional Installation?

It may be that the unit has been installed and set up as part of your Hi-Fi installation by a qualified Arcam dealer. In this case, you may wish to skip the sections of this handbook dealing with installation and setting up, and move directly to the sections dealing with using the unit. Use the Contents list to guide you to these sections.

DIY setup?

The AVR500, AVR600 and AV888 are powerful and sophisticated items of AV equipment. If you are setting a unit up yourself, it is recommended that you read this handbook thoroughly before beginning. For instance, correct speaker configuration and placement is a key to getting the most out of your FMJ product and making sure that all the elements of your system work in harmony.

welcome

before you begin…

The AVR500/AVR600 is a high-quality and high-performance home-cinema processor and amplifier built to Arcam's quality design and manufacturing standards. The closely related AV888 is a home-cinema processor which provides multichannel input to an external amplifier (such as Arcam's P777). They both combine digital processing with high-performance audio and video components to form the locus of an unrivalled home-entertainment centre.

The AVR500/AVR600/AV888 allow switching and control of eight analogue and seven digital sources. The AVR500 and AVR600 have internal AM, FM and DAB radio and the AVR600 can accept a SiriusConnect™ Home Tuner input. The AVR600, AV888 and optionally the AVR500 can accept networked and USB audio sources - making it an ideal hub for both home-cinema and two-channel stereo systems.

Since many of these source components are also capable of generating video signals, the AVR500/ AVR600 receiver and the AV888 processor units include broadcast-quality switching for HDMI, Composite, S-Video, RGB and Component video signals. There are audio and video outputs for PVR and VCR recording, as well as two digital outputs for digital recording of digitised audio sources (AVR600/AV888 only). DVD-Audio and SACD can be connected via the multichannel input. Control of the AVR500, AVR600 or the AV888 is either by front panel control buttons, IR remote control or RS232 port.

The CR102 remote control supplied with either unit is an eight-device 'universal' learning remote control which is simple to use, and once set up is able to control a complete system. It can be programmed using its vast internal code library to control CD and DVD players, PVRs, TVs and other devices.

The installation of the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 in a listening room is an important process which requires care at every stage. For this reason, the installation information is very comprehensive and should be followed carefully to achieve an unrivalled level of performance.

The AVR500/AVR600 surround amplifier and AV888 AV processor are designed to produce a level of performance that will truly bring music and movies to life.

*DAB and network/USB connectivity are optional for the AVR500, please contact your dealer for information.

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Placing the unit

Place the unit on a level, firm surface, avoiding direct sunlight and sources of heat or damp.
- Do not place the unit on top of a power amplifier or other source of heat.
- Do not place the unit in an enclosed space such as a bookcase or closed cabinet unless there is good provision for ventilation. The unit will run warm during normal operation.
- Do not place any other component or item on top of the amplifier as this may obstruct airflow around the heat-sink, causing the amplifier to run hot. (The unit placed on top of the amplifier would become hot, too.)
Make sure the remote-control receiver on the front panel display is unobstructed, otherwise this will impair the use of the remote-control. If line-of-sight is impractical, a remote-control repeater can be used with the rear panel connector (see page 17).
- Do not place your record deck on top of this unit. Record decks are very sensitive to the noise generated by mains power supplies which will be heard as a background 'hum' if the record deck is too close.

Power

The amplifier is supplied with a moulded mains plug already fitted to the lead. Check that the plug supplied fits your supply - should you require a new mains lead, please contact your Arcam dealer.

If your mains supply voltage or mains plug is different, please contact your Arcam dealer immediately.

The amplifier can be switched for operation between 195-265V (switch position 230V ) and 85-132V (switch position 115V ).

NOTE

Ensure that the unit is switched off and the power lead removed before changing the position of the voltage range switch.

Push the IEC plug end of the power cable into the socket on the back of the amplifier, making sure that it is pushed in firmly. Plug the other end of the cable into your mains socket and, if necessary, switch the socket on.

The amplifier can be turned on using the POWER switch on the front panel. While switched on, the front panel LED will glow green.

Standby power

The unit can be switched into standby mode using the button on the CR102 remote control. While in standby mode the front panel LED will glow red and power consumption is around 3 watts.

While in Standby mode, it may be possible to hear a slight residual hum coming from the mains transformer inside the amplifier. This is perfectly normal. However, if the unit is to be left unused for an extended period, we recommend that you disconnect it from the mains supply to save power.

Interconnect cables

We recommend the use of high-quality screened cables that are designed for the particular application. Other cables will have different impedance characteristics that will degrade the performance of your system (for example, do not use cabling intended for video use to carry audio signals). All cables should be kept as short as is practically possible.

It is good practice when connecting your equipment to make sure that the mains power-supply cabling is kept as far away as possible from your audio cables. Failure to do so may result in unwanted noise in the audio signals.

For information on speaker cabling, please refer to the 'Speakers' section, beginning on page 23.

Radio interference

The AVR500, AVR600 and AV888 are audio devices containing microprocessors and other digital electronics. They have been designed to very high standards of electromagnetic compatibility.

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

If the unit causes interference to radio or television reception (which can be determined by switching the unit off and on), the following measures should be taken:

Re-orient the receiving antenna or route the antenna cable of the affected receiver as far as possible from the unit and its cabling.
Relocate the receiver with respect to the unit.
Connect the affected device and the unit to different mains outlets.

If the problem persists, please contact your Arcam dealer.

Trademark acknowledgements

Arcam is a registered trademark of A & R Cambridge Ltd.

DOLBY VOLUME1Dolby Volume Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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Before connecting your AVR500/AVR600 or AV888 and power amplifier (e.g. the Arcam P777) to your source components and speakers, please read through the next few pages which will explain all the input and output connectivity that is available. The 'Speakers' section explains how to connect up your speakers to avoid damage to the amplifier and how to arrange your speakers for best performance.

General

The inputs are named to make it easier to reference connected devices (e.g. 'DVD' or 'VCR'). They all have the same input circuit (with the exception of the 'PHONO' input), so there is no reason why you should not connect a different device to any of the inputs. For example, if you had two DVD players and the AV input was not being used, then the second DVD player could be connected to the AV input.

When connecting a video source, its audio must be connected to the corresponding sockets. For example, if you a had a satellite decoder plugged into a SAT video input, the audio must be connected to the SAT audio inputs!

The hierarchy for video connections for best quality is as follows;

HDMI
Component/RGB
S-Video
Composite.

You should connect as many of these as possible. The unit will automatically select the best quality connection for the source available. For any video source to be available in Zone 2 you must have an S-Video or Composite connection between the unit and the source.

Making connections

Important notes about Component/RGB video inputs and outputs

When you connect your devices to these connectors, take care to follow the letter/colour coding for each input. No damage will occur due to incorrect connection but incorrectly coloured or unstable pictures will result.
The Component video inputs have sufficient bandwidth for NTSC (525/60) or PAL (625/50) video and HDTV video signals.

  • Wherever possible, connect both the analogue and digital outputs of digital sources. This enables use of a digital input for the main zone and the corresponding analogue input for recording onto an analogue tape deck, VCR or PVR, or for the Zone 2 or 3 output.
    Take care to place cables as far from any power supply cabling as is practicable, to reduce hum and other noise problems.

Product differences and options

Product operation is broadly similar for the AVR500, AVR600 and AV888, however, the AVR600 & AV888 have a greater variety of input connectors and a different rear panel layout. For this reason, two sections of connection diagrams are presented. Please see Page 8 for the AVR600 & AV888. For the AVR500 please skip ahead to Page 14.

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HDMI connectors

AV, SAT, DVD, VCR, PVR

Connect the HDMI video outputs of your source equipment to these corresponding HDMI inputs.

OUT1

Connect this output to the HDMI video input of your main zone display device.

OUT2

Connect this output to the HDMI video input of your second display device or to another HDMI display device in a second living space. As the unit has only one processed video path, this signal will be a copy of the signal on OUT 1.

NOTE

All Zone 1 analogue video outputs will be disabled if an HDMI digital video source is selected.

Zone 3 connectors

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Z3 OUT

Connect these analogue audio outputs to your Zone 3 equipment. See 'Multi-room Setup' on page 54 for information.

Component/RGB video connectors

These inputs are suitable for connection to source devices which output Component (YUV or YPbPr) or RGB high quality analogue video signals. These signals are usually available from DVD players, set-top boxes or games consoles.

If you are connecting up to an RGB source you will also need to connect the source's Composite output to the unit's Composite input to act as a video sync. The Composite signal should be on the same named input as the RGB signals.

RGB video outputs on source equipment are often on SCART connectors. You will need to use a SCART to 'RGB+Sync on phono' breakout cable, available from your Arcam dealer.

NOTE

When setting up the menus (later in this manual), you will need to select whether the three-wire high quality video input is Component or RGB for each input. This is done on the 'HQ Video In' line in the Input Config menu. Failure to do this can result in a green looking picture or a picture that is unstable.

AV, DVD, SAT, VCR, PVR

Connect the Component video outputs of your source equipment to these inputs.

OUT

Connect this output to the Component video input of your display device.

NOTE

Analogue RGB video output is not available from the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888. The analogue three-wire high quality video output is always configured as Component video.

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Zone 2 connectors

Connect these analogue audio and video outputs to your Zone 2 equipment. See 'Multi-room Setup' on page 54 for information.

S-Video and Composite connectors

AV, DVD, SAT, VCR, PVR

Connect these inputs to the S-Video and Composite outputs of your available source equipment.

VCROUT,PVROUT,

These are recording outputs. Connect these to the 'S-Video in' or 'Composite in' sockets (usually labelled 'RECORD') on your recording device.

MAIN OUT

Connect this output to the S-Video or Composite sockets on your primary Zone 1 display.

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Digital audio connectors

TAPE, CD, AV, DVD, SAT, VCR, PVR

Connect these inputs to the digital outputs of your available source equipment.

OPTICAL, COAX

Connect the optical or coaxial output to your digital recording device such as CD-R, digital VCR or Minidisc player. When a digital source is selected, the digital output will send an exact

copy of the incoming digital signal. For example, for a 5.1 digital source, the digital output will also be in 5.1 format.

When an analogue-only source is selected, this is digitized by the unit and routed to the digital outputs.

These outputs are muted if a source is selected where the HDMI connection is used and is transmitting HD audio. The digital audio from the HDMI link will not be routed to these outputs.

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Phono

This input can be connected directly to a record deck which has a direct output from a moving magnet (MM) cartridge.

MCH input

This multichannel analogue audio input can be connected to a source device which outputs surround sound on its analogue outputs. Such devices typically include DVD-Audio and SACD players. This input does not pass through any of the audio processing in the unit, therefore functions such as speaker size and distance from the listening

position should be copied from the Setup menus into the Setup menus of your multichannel source. Note however that speaker level trims are applied to the MCH input on the unit. Therefore speaker level trim settings on multichannel source equipment should be left unset at zero.

Analogue pre-amplifier outputs

All pre-amplifier analogue outputs are buffered, have a low output impedance, are at line level and follow the Zone 1 volume control setting. They are able to drive long cables or several inputs in parallel if required.

For more information on connecting speakers or additional power amplifiers, see page 23 and 53.

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Analogue audio inputs

TAPE, CD, AV, DVD, SAT, VCR, PVR

Connect the left and right inputs to the left and right outputs of your source equipment.

Analogue record outputs

VCROUT, PVROUT, TAPEOUT

Connect the left and right outputs to the left and right input sockets of your cassette

deck, PVR or VCR (usually labelled 'RECORD'). The PVR and VCR connectors may be used for a second and third cassette deck. These outputs are fixed at full line level.

Front panel AUX input

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The front panel AUX input can be used as an analogue or optical digital input.

For analogue sources, use a stereo 3.5mm lead; for digital sources use a 3.5mm optical lead. The front input is also used for the auto-setup microphone input.

Front panel PHONES socket

This socket accepts headphones with an impedance rating between 32 and 600 , fitted with a 3.5mm stereo jack plug. The headphone socket is always active, except when AVR600/AV888 is muted.

When the headphone jack is inserted, the speaker outputs and analogue pre-amplifier outputs are automatically muted.

Trigger connectors

The trigger connectors (TRIG Z1, TRIG Z2 and TRIG Z3) provide an electrical signal whenever the amplifier is switched on and the relevant zone enabled.

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The trigger signal can be used to switch on and off compatible pieces of home entertainment equipment, for example, you could set up a trigger to turn on your television and DVD player whenever the unit was switched on.

There are three trigger output sockets on the unit, each capable of outputting a 12V, 70mA switching signal. The socket

is designed for mono 3.5mm jacks: tip is the trigger output, sleeve is ground.

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TRIGZ1

Use for remotely turning on and off power amps or source equipment for Zone 1. On = 12V Off = 0V

TRIG Z2

Use for remotely turning on and off power amps or source equipment for Zone 2. On = 12V Off = 0V

TRIG Z3

Use for remotely turning on and off power amps or source equipment for Zone 3. On = 12V Off = 0V

NOTE

Sockets with the prefix 'Z2' or 'Z3' refer to connections used in multi-room installation. For more information on these connectors, see page 54.

Infra-red (IR) connectors

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The infra-red inputs (Z1 IR, Z2 IR and Z3 IR) allow the connection of external IR receivers, either when the unit's front panel IR receiver is fully or partially obstructed or to allow the use of a remote control in Zone 2 or Zone 3.

There are three IR inputs on the unit, each designed for stereo or mono 3.5mm jacks. Tip is the modulated signal, sleeve is ground.

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Z1IR

This input is intended for use with a local IR receiver when the front panel of the unit is blocked.

Connecting an IR receiver to Z1 IR will disable to front panel IR receiver to prevent problems with multiple commands if the front panel IR receiver is only partially obstructed.

Z2IR

This input is intended for use with an IR receiver in Zone 2 to allow remote control of the unit from a second room.

Z3 IR

This input is intended for use with an IR receiver in Zone 3 to allow remote control of the unit from a third room.

IROUT

This output is an electrical combination of the Z1 (or front panel) +Z2 + Z3 infra-red signals above. It can be used to drive external IR emitters or can be connected directly to other Arcam equipment which have an IR input. This function can be useful as an IR 'repeater' so that someone in any of the zones can control the functions of a CD player in the main zone, for example. Tip is the modulated electrical IR signal, sleeve is ground.

A supplier of infra-red receivers and emitter accessories and systems is Xantech. See www.xantech.com for more information, or ask your Arcam dealer.

NOTE

The IR inputs on the unit are designed for modulated signals. If the external IR receiver demodulates the IR signal, it will not work. Also the unit does not provide power for external receivers on the IR jack, therefore an external power source will be required.

Connection guide - AVR600/AV888

DVD player

The diagram shows how to make audio and video connections from a typical DVD player.

The preferred video hook-up, in order of preference is:

  • use the HDMI connector (if HDMI output is provided by the player), otherwise connect the three Component or four RGB+Sync video connectors.
    use the S-Video connection if HDMI or Component /RGB+Sync outputs are not provided by your player.
  • use the Composite connection if HDMI, Component/RGB+Sync or S-Video are not provided by your player.

In each case, connect the video inputs labelled DVD on the unit.

The preferred audio hook-up is using the coaxial digital connector (usually marked DIGITAL AUDIO OUT), in addition to the coaxial analogue outputs for left and right channels.

In each case, use the audio inputs labelled DVD on the unit.

Satellite receiver

A satellite receiver is connected in the same way as a DVD player, with the same order of preference according to the outputs provided by the satellite receiver.

In each case, use the inputs labelled SAT on the unit. Note that digital audio input from a satellite receiver sometimes requires a coaxial/TOSLINK (digital connector) interconnect cable, as some satellite receivers do not implement audio over HDMI properly or at all.

CD player

Connect the digital audio output (if provided by the CD player) to the digital CD input of the unit, using a high quality coaxial interconnect cable.

Connect the right and left analogue audio outputs of the CD player to the analogue CD inputs of the unit, using a pair of high quality coaxial interconnect cables.

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AVR600

Connecting an iPod using the Arcam rDock

The combination of the AVR600/AV888 and Arcam's optional rDock or rLead accessory provides a great platform for your iPod.

Connect the rDock as shown, power on the rDock, slot in your iPod and select IPOD as the source. Set the Audio In iPod item in the 'General Setup' menu to the audio input that you have used to connect the rDock. For video connections, select the video source you have used for the iPod input in the 'Video Inputs' menu.

Navigating through music and podcasts on your iPod is simple using the CR102 remote, with text appearing on the front panel display.

More information is given in the rDock quick start guide (or rLead quick start guide) supplied with these accessory units.

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NOTE

Please read the 'Placing the unit', 'Power' and 'Interconnect cables' sections on page 5 before connecting up your AVR500!

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HDMI connectors

AV, SAT, DVD, VCR, PVR

Connect the HDMI video outputs of your source equipment to these corresponding HDMI inputs.

OUT1

Connect this output to the HDMI video input of your main zone display device.

OUT2

Connect this output to the HDMI video input of your second display device or to another HDMI display device in a second living space. As the unit has only one processed video path, this signal will be a copy of the signal on OUT 1.

NOTE

All Zone 1 analogue video outputs will be disabled if an HDMI digital video source is selected.

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Zone 2 connectors

Z2 AUDIO OUT, Z2 VIDEO OUT

Connect these analogue audio and video outputs to your Zone 2 equipment. See 'Multi-room Setup' on page 50 for information.

S-Video and Composite connectors

VCR, PVR

Connect these inputs to the S-Video and Composite outputs of your available source equipment.

Component/RGB video connectors

These inputs are suitable for connection to source devices which output Component (YUV or YPbPr) or RGB high quality analogue video signals. These signals are usually available from DVD players, set-top boxes or games consoles.

If you are connecting up to an RGB source you will also need to connect the source's Composite output to the unit's Composite input to act as a video sync. The Composite signal should be on the same named input as the RGB signals.

RGB video outputs on source equipment are often on SCART connectors. You will need to use a SCART to 'RGB+Sync on phono' breakout cable, available from your Arcam dealer.

NOTE

When setting up the menus (later in this manual), you will need to select whether the three-wire high quality video input is Component or RGB for each input. This is done on the 'HQ Video In' line in the Input Config menu. Failure to do this can result in a green looking picture or a picture that is unstable.

AV, SAT, DVD

Connect the Component video outputs of your source equipment to these inputs.

OUT

Connect this output to the Component video input of your display device.

NOTE

Analogue RGB video output is not available from the AVR500. The analogue three-wire high quality video output is always configured as Component video.

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Digital audio connectors

TAPE, CD, AV, DVD, SAT, VCR, PVR

Connect these inputs to the digital outputs of your available source equipment.

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Analogue audio inputs

TAPE, CD, AV, DVD, SAT, VCR, PVR

Connect the left and right inputs to the left and right outputs of your source equipment.

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MCH input

This multichannel analogue audio input can be connected to a source device which outputs surround sound on its analogue outputs. Such devices typically include DVD-Audio and SACD players. This input does not pass through any of the audio processing in the unit, therefore functions such as speaker size and distance from the listening position should be copied from the Setup menus into the Setup

menus of your multichannel source. Note however that speaker level trims are applied to the MCH input on the unit. Therefore speaker level trim settings on multichannel source equipment should be left unset at zero.

Subwoofer outputs

Connect each of these outputs to the LFE input(s) on your subwoofer(s). The Subwoofer outputs are buffered, have a low output impedance, are at line level and follow the Zone 1 volume control setting. They are able to drive long cables or several inputs in parallel if required.

For more information on connecting speakers, see page 23.

Front panel AUX input

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The front panel AUX input can be used as an analogue or optical digital input.

For analogue sources, use a stereo 3.5mm lead; for digital sources use a 3.5mm optical lead. The front input is also used for the auto-setup microphone input.

Front panel PHONES socket

This socket accepts headphones with an impedance rating between 32 and 600 , fitted with a 3.5mm stereo jack plug. The headphone socket is always active, except when AVR500 is muted.

When the headphone jack is inserted, the speaker outputs and analogue pre-amplifier outputs are automatically muted.

Trigger connectors

The trigger connectors (TRIG Z1 & TRIG Z2) provide an electrical signal whenever the amplifier is switched on and the relevant zone enabled.

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The trigger signal can be used to switch on and off compatible pieces of home entertainment equipment, for example, you could set up a trigger to turn on your television and DVD player whenever the unit was switched on.

There are two trigger output sockets on the unit, each capable of outputting a 12V, 70mA switching signal. The socket

is designed for mono 3.5mm jacks: tip is the trigger output, sleeve is ground.

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TRIGZ1

Use for remotely turning on and off power amps or source equipment for Zone 1. On = 12V Off = 0V

TRIG Z2

Use for remotely turning on and off power amps or source equipment for Zone 2. On = 12V Off = 0V

NOTE

Sockets with the prefix 'Z2' refer to connections used in multi-room installation. For more information on these connectors, see page 54.

Infra-red (IR) connectors

The infra-red inputs (Z1 IR and Z2 IR) allow the connection of external IR receivers, either when the unit's front panel IR receiver is fully or partially obstructed or to allow the use of a remote control in Zone 2.

There are two IR inputs on the unit, each designed for stereo or mono 3.5mm jacks. Tip is the modulated signal, sleeve is ground.

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Z1IR

This input is intended for use with a local IR receiver when the front panel of the unit is blocked.

Connecting an IR receiver to Z1 IR will disable to front panel IR receiver to prevent problems with multiple commands if the front panel IR receiver is only partially obstructed.

Z2IR

This input is intended for use with an IR receiver in Zone 2 to allow remote control of the unit from a second room.

IROUT

This output is an electrical combination of the Z1 (or front panel) + Z2 infra-red signals above. It can be used to drive external IR emitters or can be connected directly to other Arcam equipment which have an IR input. This function can be useful as an IR 'repeater' so that someone in any of the zones can control the functions of a CD player in the main zone, for example. Tip is the modulated

electrical IR signal, sleeve is ground.

A supplier of infra-red receivers and emitter accessories and systems is Xantech. See www.xantech.com for more information, or ask your Arcam dealer.

NOTE

The IR inputs on the unit are designed for modulated signals. If the external IR receiver demodulates the IR signal, it will not work. Also the unit does not provide power for external receivers on the IR jack, therefore an external power source will be required.

Connection guide – AVR500

DVD player

The diagram shows how to make audio and video connections from a typical DVD player.

The preferred video hook-up, in order of preference is: use the HDMI connector (if HDMI output is provided by the player), otherwise connect the three Component or four RGB+Sync video connectors.

In each case, connect the video inputs labelled DVD on the unit.

The preferred audio hook-up is using the coaxial digital connector (usually marked DIGITAL AUDIO OUT), in addition to the coaxial analogue outputs for left and right channels.

In each case, use the audio inputs labelled DVD on the unit.

Satellite receiver

A satellite receiver is connected in the same way as a DVD player, with the same order of preference according to the outputs provided by the satellite receiver.

In each case, use the inputs labelled SAT on the unit. Note that digital audio input from a satellite receiver sometimes requires a coaxial/TOSLINK (digital connector) interconnect cable, as some satellite receivers do not implement audio over HDMI properly or at all.

CD player

Connect the digital audio output (if provided by the CD player) to the digital CD input of the unit, using a high quality coaxial interconnect cable.

Connect the right and left analogue audio outputs of the CD player to the analogue CD inputs of the unit, using a pair of high quality coaxial interconnect cables.

VCR, Camcorder, Games Console etc.

Connect other video equipment with S-Video or Composite Video outputs to the S-Video or CompositeVideo inputs VCR or PVR. S-Video provides the best picture quality. Connect the right and left analogue audio outputs of the device to the equivalent analogue audio inputs.

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AVR600

Connecting an iPod using the Arcam rDock

The combination of the AVR500 and Arcam's optional rDock or rLead accessory provides a great platform for your iPod.

Connect the rDock as shown, power on the rDock, slot in your iPod and select IPOD as the source. Set the Audio In iPod item in the 'General Setup' menu to the audio input that you have used to connect the rDock. For video connections, select the video source you have used for the iPod input in the 'Video Inputs' menu.

Navigating through music and podcasts on your iPod is simple using the CR102 remote, with text appearing on the front panel display.

More information is given in the rDock quick start guide (or rLead quick start guide) supplied with these accessory units.

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Aerial connectors – AVR500/AVR600 only

The AVR500/AVR600 is fitted with an AM/FM receiver module and Sirius connector or a DAB/FM receiver, depending on the region where it was sold. The type of aerial you need depends on your listening preferences and the local conditions.

Your AVR500/AVR600 is capable of superb radio reception, but only if it is receiving a good quality transmission signal.

Try the aerials supplied with your unit. If you are in a medium to strong signal area, these should be adequate for good reception. In areas with poor signal strength, you may require a roof or loft mounted aerial.

AVR500

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AVR600

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Contact your local Arcam dealer or aerial installation experts for advice about local reception conditions.

DAB option

(where fitted)

In strong signal areas, the DAB 'T' ribbon aerial supplied can be used with reasonable results. Mount the aerial as high up as possible on a wall.

In the UK the

T'-elements need to be positioned vertically for

DAB reception since broadcasts are vertically polarised. In other localities, check with your Arcam dealer or try both horizontal and vertical positions for best reception.

Try each usable wall of the room to see which gives best reception and use tacks or adhesive

tape to secure the aerial in a T shape, but note that no tacks should come into contact with the internal wire of the aerial.

When installed and receiving DAB, check the signal strength by pressing the front panel or remote control's INFO button until the signal quality indicator is displayed.

In weak signal areas, a high-gain, externally-mounted or roof-mounted aerial is desirable in order to receive the highest number of services.

In Band III transmission areas (such as the UK), use a multi-element Yagi aerial with the elements mounted vertically, as the transmissions are vertically polarised. If you are close to more than one transmitter, use an omnidirectional or folded dipole aerial.

If the DAB services in your area are transmitted on

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L-band, then ask your dealer for advice for the best aerial to use.

Sirius

(where fitted)

The AVR600 is designed for use with the 'SiriusConnect™ Home Tuner' package which should be connected via the cable supplied in that package to the Sirius socket.

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Listening to Satellite Radio

To listen to Satellite Radio, you'll need to connect either a SIRIUS or XM Satellite Radio tuner (sold separately) to your satellite-ready receiver. Satellite Radio is available to residents of the US (except Alaska and Hawaii) and Canada.

Satellite Radio delivers a variety of commercial-free music from categories ranging from Pop, Rock, Country, R&B, Dance, Jazz, Classical and many more plus coverage of all the top professional and college sports including play by play games from select leagues and teams. Additional programming includes expert sports talk, uncensored entertainment, comedy, family programming, local traffic and weather and news from your most trusted sources.

Whether you purchase a SIRIUS or XM tuner, you'll need to activate and subscribe to begin enjoying the service. Easy to follow installation and setup instructions are provided with the satellite tuners. Whichever service you choose, there are a variety of programming packages available, including the option of adding "The Best of SIRIUS" programming to your XM tuner or "The Best of XM" programming to your SIRIUS tuner, enabling you to enjoy the most popular programming among both services. The "Best of" packages are not available to SIRIUS or XM Canada subscribers at this time.

Family friendly packages are also available to restrict channels featuring content that may be inappropriate for children.

To subscribe to XM, U.S. customers should visit www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-XMRADIO

(1-800-967-2346); Canadian customers should visit www.xmradio.ca or call XM Listener Care at 1-877-GETXMSR (1-877-438-9677).

To subscribe to SIRIUS, U.S. and Canadian customers can call 1-888-539-SIRI (1-888-539-7474) or visit www.sirius.com (US) or www.siriuscanada.ca (Canada).

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NOTE

The AVR600 provides power for the Sirius receiver, so an external power supply is not needed.

FM

Connecting an aerial

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A suitable FM aerial must be connected to the AVR500 AVR600 before FM radio is received.

In strong signal areas, the FM ribbon aerial supplied can be used with reasonable results. Mount this as high up as possible on a wall with the top of the

T'-elements positioned vertically or horizontally, depending on the reception in your area. Try each usable wall of the room to see which gives best reception and use tacks or adhesive tape to secure the aerial, but note that no tacks should come into contact with the internal wire of the aerial.

When installed and receiving FM radio, check the signal strength by pressing the front panel or remote control's INFO button until the signal indicator is displayed.

In weak signal areas, or for optimal FM radio reception, a roof- or loft-mounted aerial is advised as this will give superior reception.

In some areas, cable radio may be available or, in an apartment building, a distributed aerial system may be installed. In either of these cases you should have sockets in your home marked FM or VHF (do not use those marked TV); these should be connected to the FM coaxial connector on the rear of the AVR500/AVR600.

AM

Connecting an aerial

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An AM aerial is required to receive AM/medium wave radio signals, so a simple loop aerial is supplied with the AVR500/ AVR600. Follow the assembly instructions in the diagram below. Make sure that the aerial is positioned well away from the AVR500/AVR600 itself, TVs,

computers and other sources of RF 'interference'. Rotate the aerial to discover which position gives the best reception.

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1. Release the tie-wrap and unwind the twisted lead. Fold the plastic stand forward through the loop frame.

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2. Push the tab into the open slot in the base of the stand. Press until the tab clicks home.

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3. Connect the lead wires to the AM socket at the rear of the AVR600 (the wires are not polarised). Rotate the aerial's stand until you obtain the best reception.

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Data connectors

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rLead/rDock

For use with an Arcam rLead or rDock accessory. See page 13 and the accessory documentation for details.

RS232 serial connector

Use with control devices having an RS232 serial port (for example, Crestron and AMX touch screen controllers). This connection is also used for upgrading the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888's internal software.

Network connectors

This section deals with installation of the unit into an existing home network. For information on how to use the units network features, the USB socket, and for a list of supported file types, refer to page 52.

Networking is a large subject and only the briefest guidelines are presented in this handbook. Please contact your Arcam dealer or specialist installer for more information about introducing the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 into your computer network.

Ethernet

If an Ethernet cable is connected, the unit will automatically attempt to connect to your network.

You should use CAT5 cable plugged into the RJ45 socket labelled ETHERNET on the rear panel.

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If your network uses static IP addressing rather than DHCP, you will need to provide any gateway, DNS and proxy information. See page 44 for information on setting up the network.

USB connector

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The AVR600 and AV888 (and the AVR500 with the network option fitted) can play files stored on a USB mass storage device, typically a pen drive, but any USB device that complies with the 'mass storage device' class is compatible. The unit only supports the direct connection of USB devices and will not support devices

connected through a hub. If regular access to the USB socket is required, you may find it convenient to use a USB extension lead.

See page 46 for details of supported file types.

AVR500

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AV888

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speakers

Connecting speakers - AVR500 & AVR600

The AVR500/AVR600 allows you to connect up to seven speakers and three active subwoofer in the main system. The output channels correspond to speakers installed in the front left, centre, front right, surround left, surround right, surround back left, surround back right and an active subwoofer.

The configuration and placement of your speakers is very important. All speakers, with the exception of the subwoofer, should be arranged around your normal viewing/listening position. The subwoofer should be placed in a position which gives an even frequency response in all listening positions. Incorrect placement leads to bass boom in some areas. Often the only way to find a good position for your subwoofer is by experimentation. A good place to start experimenting is close to a wall but at least 1m away from any corners. You can also consult your subwoofer handbook for placement suggestions.

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AVR600
AVR500

To connect each of the speakers, unscrew the corresponding terminals on the back of the AVR500/ AVR600, insert the speaker wires through the hole in each post and screw the terminals back up. Make sure that the red (positive/+) terminal of the speaker is connected to the red (positive/+) terminal on the back panel, and the black (negative/-) terminal of the speaker is connected to the black (negative/-) terminal on the back panel.

It is important that no stray strands of wire from these connections are allowed to

touch another cable or the product casing. Failure to ensure this can cause a short circuit and damage your AVR500/AVR600.

Do not over-tighten the loudspeaker terminals, or use a wrench, pliers, etc., as this could damage the terminals and this would not be covered under the product's warranty.

Speaker cables

The speakers should be connected to the amplifier using good-quality, high-purity, low impedance copper cables. Cheap speaker cables should be avoided - they are a false economy and can significantly degrade the sound quality.

The cable runs to the speakers should be as short as practicable. Connections to the speaker terminals should always be finger tight, whether using bare wires or spade connectors.

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AVR600

Connecting subwoofoers

The AVR600 and the AV888 allow up to three active subwoofoers to be connected to the SW1, SW2 or SW3 outputs. The AVR500 has two subwoofer connections.

See your subwoofer handbook for the correct setting up and connection for your particular subwoofer.

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Operating your AVR500 /AVR600 / AV888

For information display we recommend you use the OSD (On-Screen Display) on your display device whenever possible.

Switching on

Press the front panel power button in. The power LED will glow orange, the front display shows the word 'ARCM', followed by the volume setting and the name of the selected input. After initialization is complete, the power LED changes colour to green.

Please wait until the unit has finished initialising before operating the unit. It is recommended that if the unit is switched off, you should wait at least 10 seconds before switching the unit back on.

Standby

The unit has a standby mode which can be entered by pressing STANDBY on the remote control. When in standby mode, the display is blank and the POWER LED glows red.

While in Standby mode, it may be possible to hear a slight residual hum coming from the mains transformer inside the amplifier. This is perfectly normal. However, if the unit is to be left unused for an extended period, we recommend that you disconnect it from the mains supply to save power.

To switch on from standby

Press the STANDBY button on the remote control or any key on the front panel (other than the power button).

Front panel display

The unit is ready for use after about four seconds.

DVD Dolby Digital

70.0

The display window shows the currently selected source and the last selected information view setting (this information line can be changed using the INFO button). The active zones (Z1, Z2 or Z3) are highlighted - the example screen above shows that only Z1 (i.e. Zone1) is active. The current volume setting (70.0dB in the above example) is also displayed.

Selecting a source

To select a particular source, press the -INPUT or INPUT + buttons until that source is shown on the front panel display, or (if available) press the corresponding source button on the remote. The following sources are available:

CDCompact Disc player input
AVAudio-Visual input
DVDDVD player input
SATSatellite receiver input
VCRVideo Cassette Recorder input
PVRPersonal Video Recorder input
PHONO1Phono (MM cartridge) input
MCHSelects MCH (multichannel) analogue input
TAPEAudio only tape deck input
AUXAuxiliary (front panel) input
NET2Internal (Ethernet) and external USB solid-state device (e.g. pen drive) input.
IPODRequires an iPod® and Arcam rDock or rLead.

The following sources are only available on the AVR500/ AVR600:

AM/FMInternal tuner input
DAB3Internal tuner input
SIRIUS3Requires an external receiver – see www.sirius.com for more information
1This source is not available on the AVR500.2This source is optional on the AVR500. Contact your dealer for upgrade information.3These sources are market dependent and may not be available on your unit.

Upon selecting a source, the unit will normally select an active digital input in preference to an analogue input. If you want to override the digital input and select the analogue input, set the Audio Source to Analogue in the Input Config. menu (see page AN8/FM6 in PHONO, MCH, SIRIUS, IPOD) do not have a digital input.

The processing mode and Stereo Direct functions are remembered and recalled for each individual input.

The MCH input is intended for direct analogue pass-through of DVD Audio or SACD sources. Apart from volume control and level trim, no processing modes are possible on this input, including bass management and delays. Please set bass management, speaker size and speaker delays in the source player. You can copy the distances and relative speaker levels from the Setup menus in the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888.

Tape operation (AVR600/AV888 only)

Three analogue audio outputs are provided for recording, VCR, PVR and TAPE OUT. The selected analogue input are routed to each of these outputs.

If the VCR input is selected, the VCR OUT output is muted to prevent feedback loops in recording equipment. Similarly the PVR OUT and TAPE OUT outputs are muted when their respective inputs are selected to prevent feedback.

VCR operation (AVR600/AV888 only)

Two outputs are provided for recording (Composite and S-Video only), VCR and PVROUT. The selected video input is routed to each of these outputs.

Stereo Direct

To listen to a pure analogue stereo input, press the DIRECT button. The Stereo Direct mode automatically bypasses all processing and any surround functions. In direct mode, digital processing is shut down to improve the sound quality and reduces digital noise with the unit to an absolute minimum.

Note: when Stereo Direct mode is selected, no digital output is available and no bass management is performed, meaning that bass signals will not be redirected to a subwoofer.

Volume control

It is important to realise that the level of the volume indicator is not an accurate indication of the power delivered to your loudspeakers. The amplifier often delivers its full output power long before the volume control reaches its maximum position, particularly when listening to heavily recorded music. In comparison, some movie sound tracks can appear very quiet, as many directors like to keep maximum levels in reserve for special effect sequences.

Headphones

To use headphones with the unit, plug the headphones into the PHONES socket in the centre of the front panel. When headphones are plugged into the front panel PHONES socket, the outputs for Zone 1 are muted and the audio will be down-mixed to two channels (2.0). The two-channel down-mix is required so that the centre channel and surround information can be heard via the headphones.

Using Zone 2 and 3

Zone 2 provides the option for the occupants of the master bedroom, conservatory, kitchen, etc. to view or listen to a different source at a different volume level from the main zone (Zone 1).

Zone 3 (AVR600/AV888 only) provides for a third living space to have a copy of the audio signal in Zone 2 at a different volume level.

Extended front panel menu

Pressing the MENU key and holding it for longer than four seconds will bring up the Extended Menu, allowing you to perform the following:

Restore to factory defaults

This option allows you to restore all settings on your AVR500/AVR600/AV888 to the defaults that it left the factory with. Note that this also erases any secure backups stored on the unit.

Restore secure backup Store secure backup

This option allows you to restore from and store to a PIN-protected copy of your settings. The default PIN is 1234.

Change remote code

The default RC5 system code the unit responds to is 16. If required, for example due to another device in your system also using this RC5 system code, it can be changed to 19.

Software versions

Information on the software version of the unit can be found here.

Updating firmware using a PC

Using a PC application (available on request from Arcam), you can update the firmware in your AVR500/ AVR600/AV888 using the back panel RS232 port connected to your PC.

front panel operation

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remote control

The CR102 universal remote controller

The CR102 is a sophisticated 'universal' backlit remote control that can control up to eight devices. It is preprogrammed for use with the AVR500, AVR600, AV888 and many other Arcam products (FM/DAB tuners, CD players and DVD players).

With its extensive built-in library of codes, it can also be used with thousands of third party audio-visual components - TVs, satellite and set-top boxes, PVRs, CD players, etc. See the list of codes at the back of this handbook, beginning on page 64.

The CR102 is a 'learning' remote, so you can teach it almost any function from an old single-device remote. You can also program the CR102 to issue a sequence of commands ('macros') from a single button press.

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Inserting batteries into the remote control

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  1. Open the battery compartment by pressing the button on the back of the handset.

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  1. Insert four 'AAA' batteries into the battery compartment - two facing the top of the unit, and two facing the end, as in the diagram.
  2. Lower the end cap onto the plastic locating plate in the handset. This acts as a hinge, and you can now push the end cap firmly into its locked position with a click.

Using the remote control

Please keep in mind the following when using the remote control:

  • Ensure there are no obstacles between the remote control and the remote sensor on the front panel. The remote has a range of about 7 metres. (If the remote sensor is obscured, the Z1 IR remote control input jack on the rear panel is available. Please consult your dealer for further information.)
    Remote operation may become unreliable if strong sunlight or fluorescent light is shining on the remote sensor of the unit.
  • Replace the batteries when you notice a reduction in the operating range of the remote control.

Notes on batteries:

Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such as leakage and bursting.
Do not mix old and new batteries together.
- Do not use non-identical batteries together - although they may look similar, different batteries may have different voltages.
Ensure the plus (+) and minus (-) ends of each battery match the indications in the battery compartment.
Remove batteries from equipment that is not going to be used for a month or more.
- When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental or local regulations that apply in your country or area.

Useful information

Backlight

A blue backlight comes on for five seconds whenever a key is pressed. This helps you use the handset in subdued lighting conditions. It may be possible to hear a quiet tone being emitted from the remote control when the backlight is on. This is perfectly normal.

Short blinks indicate a valid key press.

Multiple short blinks convey information (such as a device code) or signal the beginning and successful completion of a programming sequence.

Long blinks indicate an invalid key press or entry. The symbol _^ is used in the manual to indicate a power LED blink.

Timeouts and unassigned keys

Time out - After 10 seconds the CR102 exits the programming state and returns to normal operation.

Stuck key timeout - After any key is pressed continuously for 30 seconds, the CR102 stops sending IR transmission to conserve battery life. The CR102 remains off until all keys are released.

Unassigned keys - the CR102 ignores any unassigned key presses for a particular Device Mode and does not transmit IR.

Low voltage indicator

When the batteries are running down, the IR transmit indicator on the CD102 (the LED under the Power button) flashes five times whenever you press a button:

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If this happens, please fit four new AAA alkaline batteries as soon as possible.

Device Mode / Source keys

As the CR102 can control your AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 as well as a range of other equipment, many of the buttons have more than one function depending on the 'device mode' selected on the remote control.

The Device Mode keys (shown below) select the source on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888. If one of these keys is pressed briefly, a command is transmitted to change the source on the unit. Also the functionality of the remote control changes to operate the selected source device. It's like having eight different remotes in your hand!

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DVDDVD player
SATSatellite set-top box
AVAudio-visual sound input (use with TV)
TUNDAB, Sirius, FM or AM tuner
AMPControls the amplifier and setup features of the AVR500/AVR600 and AV888
AUXAuxiliary input, or an iPod® via an Arcam rDock or rLead
PVRPersonal Video Recorder (or Digital Video Recorder)
CDCompact Disc player

If you press and hold a Device Mode key for about four seconds, you change the Device Mode of the CR102 without changing the signal source on the AVR500/ AVR600/AV888. This can also be done by pressing SHIFT followed by a Device Mode key (within two seconds). These two methods allow you to change which device the CR102 controls without also changing the AVR500/ AVR600/AV888 source, allowing uninterrupted listening.

Each Device Mode changes the behaviour of many of the CR102 keys to control the source device appropriately. For example:

In CD mode plays the previous CD track.

In AV mode issues the TV 'channel down' command. The CR102 remains in the last selected Device Mode so it is not necessary to press a Device Mode key before every command key if all you are doing is playing or skipping tracks on a CD, for example.

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The Navigation keys steer the cursor in Setup menus or on-screen menus. They also replicate the navigation functions of original remotes supplied with other home entertainment devices in your system.

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confirms a setting.

Volume control

By default, the CR102 is set up so that the volume control buttons always control the volume of the AVR500/AVR600/AV888, regardless of which Device Mode the remote is currently set for. This is known as volume 'punch through'.

For example, if you are listening to a CD, you will probably have the CR102 in CD Device Mode to control the CD player. You can use the volume controls on the remote directly to adjust the volume of the AVR500/

AVR600/AV888 without first having to press to put the remote into AMP Device Mode. The volume buttons 'punch through' the CD Device Mode on the remote to the AMP Device Mode. Volume 'punch through' can be disabled individually for any Device Mode if desired.

The CR102 complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide a reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiated radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet or a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Controlling other devices

Method 1 (Direct code setup)

This section describes the simplest (preferred) way to program the CR102's Device Mode keys to control the non-Arcam devices in your system.

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Some of the modes are locked to Arcam operation but can be unlocked if required (see page 52).
AM mode only controls Arcam equipment.

DVD modeLocked
SAT modeUnlocked
AV modeUnlocked
TUN modeLocked
AUX modeLocked
VCR modeUnlocked
CD modeLocked

Here is a specific example of how to program the key to control an Addison television. The principles for controlling other devices are exactly the same.

  1. Make sure your device is switched on (not just on standby).
  2. Find the correct Device Code table (e.g. TV) for the type of device you want to control from the CR102.
  3. Find the row containing the codes for the manufacturer of your device (e.g. Addison) (page 58). The most popular code is listed first.
  4. Press the appropriate Device Mode key (e.g. ) on the CR102.
  5. Press and hold (Shift) until the red Power LED blinks twice: (It actually blinks once when you press the key, then twice after about three seconds).
  6. Enter the first four-digit device code using the number keys. The power key blinks twice:
  7. Aim the CR102 at the device and press . If the device switches off, the setup is complete.
  8. Turn your device back on and test all the CR102's functions to ensure they are working properly.
  9. Important! Write your device code down on the right hand side of the page so you can remember it if you ever reset the CR102.

What if I still can't control my device?

If your device doesn't respond, repeat the above steps until one of the device codes listed for your brand works.
If none of the codes listed for your brand operates your device, or if your brand is not listed at all, try the Library Search Method described in the next section.

Notes:

Some codes are quite similar. If your device does not respond or is not functioning properly with one of the codes, try another code listed under your brand.
If your device's original remote control does not have a (POWER) key, press instead of when setting up your device.
Remember to press the corresponding device key before operating your device.
Many TVs do not switch on pressing. Please try pressing a number key ('channel select') to switch your TV back on.
To search for the code for another device follow the instructions above, but press the appropriate device key instead of () during step 2.

This section describes another way to program the CR102 to control third-party equipment.

Library Search allows you to scan through all the codes contained in the CR102's memory. It can take a lot longer than the previous method, so only use this method if:

  • Your device does not respond to the CR102 after you have tried all the codes listed for your brand.
  • Your brand is not listed at all in the Device Code tables.

Example: To search for a TV code

  1. Switch your TV on (not standby) and aim the CR102 at it.
  2. Press on your CR102.
  3. Press and hold (Shift) until the power LED blinks twice.
  4. Press ⑨ ①. The power LED key blinks twice:
  5. Press
  6. Aim the CR102 at your Television and press repeatedly until your Television turns off.
    Every time you press the CR102 sends out a POWER signal from the next code contained in its memory. In the worst case, you may have to press this key up to 150 times, so patience is required! If you skip past a code, step back by pressing. Remember to keep pointing the CR102 at your Television while pressing this key.
  7. As soon as your television turns off, press SHIFT to store the code.

Notes:

Many TVs do not switch on by pressing . Try pressing a number key ('channel select') to switch your TV back on.
If you cannot control your Television properly, please continue the Search Method: you may be using the wrong code.
To search for the code for another device follow the instructions above, but press the appropriate Device Mode key instead of (AV) during step 2.
If your device's original remote control does not have a () (STANDBY) key, press instead during step 5.

Once you have set up your CR102, you can blink back your device set-up codes for future reference.

  1. Press the appropriate Device Mode key (e.g. (A) once.
  2. Press and hold SHIF until the red Power LED blinks twice (It actually blinks once when you press the key, then twice after about three seconds).
  3. Press ⑨ ⑨ ⑩. The key blinks twice.
  4. For the first digit of your four-digit code, press 1 and count all the red blinks. If there are no blinks, the digit is '0'.
  5. For the second, third and fourth digits, repeat the previous step, pressing ② ③ or ④ in order.

Now you have the four-digit code.

Make a note of the codes

Write down the codes for your devices in the boxes below for future reference.

DeviceCode
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

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AMP Device Mode

The M P Device Mode button configures the CR102 to control the AVR500/AVR600/AV888. Pressing this button does not affect the currently selected input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888.

IMPORTANT: The CR102 must also be in AMP Device Mode to control the following sources: PHONO, MCH (multichannel analogue), AUX, NET (optional network audio), USB, IPOD (for use with the optional Arcam rLead or rDock).

However to control the internal Tuner in the AVR500/ AVR600 (AM/FM/DAB or Sirius if fitted), the CR102 must first be in TUN Device Mode (see later).

The functionality of the CR102 is context sensitive for the internal sources and is described in the following table.

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Single press - Toggles AVR500/AVR600/ AV888 power between standby and on in the current zone (zone in which the command is received). Press and hold - Forces all AVR500/ AVR600/AV888 zones into standby, regardless of which zone the command was received in.

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The number keys can be used for source selection (without changing the CR102 Device Mode). Alternatively the Device Mode buttons can also be used with the SHIFT key.

① SAT (satellite) input
① PHONO input
② AV input
③ TUNER input
④ DVD input
⑤ TAPE input
⑥ VCR input
⑦ CD input
⑧ AUX(front panel) input
⑨ MCH (multichannel) input

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Selects Tape input on the AVR500/AVR600/ AV888

SHIFT + (Tape) selects PHONO input on the AVR600/AV888

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(for IPOD and NET sources)

SHIFTModifies many keys (see individual key descriptions below).
AUX (MCH)Selects MCH (multichannel) input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 SHIFT + (MCH) selects AUX input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888
ONNavigate menus OK confirms a setting (equivalent to 'Enter' or 'Select' on some remote controls) Press and hold OK to force the analogue and digital video outputs to the default resolution: 480i (525-line NTSC). SHIFT + (O) decreases the picture resolution. SHIFT + (P) increases the picture resolution. SHIFT + (A) turns current zone (in which command is received) on SHIFT + (V) turns current zone (in which command is received) off.
NET (IPOD)Selects IPOD input on the AVR500/AVR500/ AVR600/AV888 SHIFT + (IPOD) selects network (NET) internal input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 (where fitted).
MODECycles through the available surround and downmix modes.
(MENU)Displays the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 setup menu on the On Screen Display (see page 34).
DISPCycles through the front panel display's brightness options
OKToggles the mute function of the AVR500/ AVR600/AV888
(Track control for IPOD and NET sources) SHIFT + (Follow Zone1 source. When the command is received in Zone2 or Zone3, the source for that zone follows whatever input source is selected in Zone1
Decrease (-) and increase (+) AVR500/ AVR500/AVR600/AV888 volume
DIRECTStereo direct on/off. Provides a direct analogue path from the analogue inputs to the left and right front outputs. Switches off any surround processing modes and shuts down the DSP circuits for the best stereo sound quality.
EQDisplays the room EQ settings menu
EFFECT(for IPOD and NET sources)
BASSCalls up a pop-up (and front screen) to adjust the bass setting for a particular input.
TRIMBrings up the speaker trim menu. Use the▲,▼,◇ and navigation buttons. Press TRIM again to exit the speaker trim menu. As this is a temporary adjustment, these additional trim levels are reset to zero when the unit is turned off or put into standby, but are retained if the selected input is changed. These temporary trim levels are independent of the speaker levels found in the setup menu.
SYNCDelays may be introduced into the video signal by video processing which causes a mismatch between the audio and video timing. You will notice this by speech sound being out of synchronization with the lip movements in the video. To compensate for this, you can adjust the lip sync delay. Press the SYNC button and use the▲ and navigation buttons. Press again to exit the lip sync trim menu.
SUBBrings up the subwoofer trim menu. Use the▲ and navigation buttons. Press SUB again to exit the sub trim menu
TREBLECalls up a pop-up (and front screen) to adjust the treble setting for a particular input.
SRCH
FAV+(for IPOD and NET sources)
SETUP
FAV-(for IPOD and NET sources)
TITLE
HOME(for IPOD and NET sources)
AUDIO
INFOCycles through the information displayed on the lower left portion of the front panel display.
SUBT

iPod commands

The iPod interface is selected by pressing (iPod) in AMP Device Mode on the CR102. When connected to an iPod via an optional rLead/rDock, the keys below are used to navigate music files in AMP Device Mode.

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Navigate the files on screen.

OK selects/play the highlighted file.

RPT

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Toggles random (shuffle) play of the playlist on and off.

SHIFT + (RND) cycles through the repeat options

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Selects the previous/next track in the current playlist

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Begins or resumes playback at the currently highlighted track

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Toggles pause and playback of the current track

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Stops playback

Network commands

The AVR500 (optional)/AVR600/AV888 Network client is selected by pressing SHIFT + in AMP Device Mode on the CR102.

When using the network client, the keys below are used to navigate music files in AMP Device Mode.

OK RNDNavigate the files and menus on the screen. OK selects the highlighted file or enters the highlighted menu on the screen
RPT RNDToggles random ('shuffle') play of the playlist on and off SHIFT + RND cycles through the repeat options
Selects the previous/next track in the current playlist
EQ ●Begins or resumes playback at the currently highlighted track
EFFECT IIToggles pause and playback of current track
SYNC ■Stops playback
FAV+ SETUPAdds the currently displayed file or radio station to favourites list when using the network client
FAV- TITLERemoves the currently displayed file or radio station from favourites list when using the network client
HOME AUDIOReturns navigation to the top level of the music files structure ('Home')
INFO SUBTCycles through the information displayed on the lower left portion of the front panel display

TUN TUN Device Mode

The TUN Device Mode button configures the CR102 to control the tuner functions of the AVR500/AVR600 (the AV888 is not equipped with tuner modules). Pressing this button also selects TUNER as the source.

When switching to TUNER from a different source, the AVR500/AVR600 enters the last used tuner band, be it AM / FM / DAB (if fitted) / Sirius (if fitted). Further presses of the TUN Device Mode button cycle through the available tuner bands.

Further information on the tuner can be found in the 'Tuner Operation' section on page 50.

(0)(not used)
(1)...9Number keypad used to store and recall presets
▲▼Allows selection of previously stored Tuner presets.
▲▼AM/FM Tuner: allows frequency tuning. DAB/Sirius Tuner (where fitted): scrolls through the channel list.
OKSelects (tunes to) the currently displayed preset, or selects the currently displayed DAB or Sirius channel (or category) when strolling through the channel (or genre) list.
SETUPPage up to the previous 10 presets on screen
TITLEPage down to the next 10 tuner presets on screen
AUDIODelete the currently highlighted preset.

DVD Device Mode

The DVD Device Mode button configures the CR102 to control the DVD functions of Arcam DVD players, although this can be changed (see page 30). Pressing this button also selects DVD as the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 source.

0...9Toggles power between standby and on
PHONO TAPESearches for and plays the track corresponding to the key pressed
RPT RNDSelects Tape input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888. SHIFT + TAPE selects PHONO input on the AVR600/AV888.
SHIFTModifies many keys (see individual key descriptions, below)
AUX MCHSelects multichannel (MCH) input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888. SHIFT + MCH selects AUX input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888.
NET IPODSelects IPOD input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888. SHIFT + IPOD selects network (NET) internal input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888.
ON OFFNavigate setup and DVD programme selection menus. OK confirms a setting ('Enter' or 'Select' on some remotes). SHIFT + ON to switch on from standby SHIFT + OFF to switch to standby from on.
MODECycles through available surround sound modes. SHIFT + MODE changes the HDMI setting.
MENUActivates DVD player menu, if available.
DISPCycles through the front panel display's brightness options. SHIFT + DISP enables RPT A-B functionality
XToggles the mute function. By default this key operates the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 Mute
Press and release to skip back to the beginning of the current/previous track.
Press and release to skip forwards to the beginning of the next track.
Decrease (-) and increase (+) AVR500/ AVR600/AV888 volume
Fast rewind. SHIFT + ◆ cycles through slow play backwards speeds
Starts the playback of a DVD. SHIFT + ◆ cycles through the Angle options on an Arcam DVD player.
Pauses DVD play-back. Press ➔ to restart playback. SHIFT + ◆ cycles through Zoom options.
Fast forward. SHIFT + ◆ cycles through slow forward speeds
Ejects disc. SHIFT + ◆ displays speaker Trim menu on Arcam DVD players.
Stop playback of a DVD
Start recording (on products that have this feature).
Displays Search menu with Title, Track and Time options.
Displays Setup menu. SHIFT + SETUP displays programming screen on Arcam DVD players
Displays Title menu. SHIFT + TITLE clears bookmark, search and program display entries on Arcam DVD players
Changes Audio decode format (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.). SHIFT + ◆ displays the 'Memory' function (Bookmarks)
Cycles through DVD subtitle language options, if available. SHIFT + ◆ displays STATUS INFO on Arcam DVD players

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SAT Device Mode

The Device Mode button configures the CR102 to control the functions of a satellite receiver. You will need to configure this Device Mode to work with your equipment. Pressing this button also selects SAT as the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 source.

Toggles power between standby and on
①...⑨Functions as original remote number key.
PHONO TAPESelects TAPE input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888. SHIFT + TAPE selects PHONO input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888.
TV/AV RNDToggles between the available inputs on your satellite receiver
SHIFTModifies many keys (see individual key descriptions, below)
AUX MCHSelects multichannel (MCH) input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888. SHIFT + MCH selects AUX input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888.
NET IPODSelects IPOD input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 SHIFT + IPOD selects network (NET) internal input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888
OK OKNavigate menus. OK confirms a setting (equivalent to 'Enter' or 'Select' on some remotes).
MODEControls Backup function, if available.
MENUPerforms same function as on original remote, if available.
DISPOn some Satellite and Cable set top boxes this key functions as the Guide key to open the EPG (Electronic Program Guide).
Toggles the mute function. By default this key operates the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 Mute
Channel down
Channel up
Decrease (-) and increase (+) AVR500/AVR600/AV888 volume
Fast rewind
Starts the playback
Toggles pause of playback
Fast forward
(not used)
Stop playback
Start recording
(not used)
Duplicates function of RED key for some Satellite and Cable set-top boxes
Duplicates function of GREEN key for some Satellite and Cable set-top boxes
Duplicates function of YELLOW key for some Satellite and Cable set-top boxes
Duplicates function of BLUE key for some Satellite and Cable set-top boxes

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AV Device Mode

The AV Device Mode button configures the CR102 to control the functions of a television or other display device. You will need to configure this Device Mode to work with your equipment. Pressing this button also selects AV as the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 source.

0...9Toggles power between standby and on. (Some TVs require you to use a number key to turn them on.)
PHONO TAPEFunctions as original remote number key – usually for channel selection.
Selects Tape input on the AVR500/ AVR600/AV888. SHIFT + TAPE selects PHONO input on the AVR600/AV888.
TV/AV RNDToggles between the available inputs on your display device (e.g. TV/AV)
SHIFTModifies many keys (see individual key descriptions, below)
AUX MCHSelects multichannel (MCH) input on the AVR500/ADR600/AV888. SHIFT + MCH selects AUX input on the AVR500/ADR600/AV888.
OKNavigate setup and programme selection menus. OK confirms a selection (equivalent to ‘Enter’ or ‘Select’ on some remotes).
MODEEXIT function on some models.
MENUFunctions as original remote key, if available.
DISPDisplay INFO or OSD (On Screen Display) function, if available.
XToggles the mute function. By default this key operates the AVR500/ AVR600/AV888 Mute
<Channel down
>Channel up
- +Decrease (-) and increase (+) AVR500/ AVR600/AV888 volume.
<Toggles TEXT page on/off
>TEXT page off
IITurns Programme-In-Programme (PIP) on, if available
Activates PIP move, if available
Activates PIP swap, if available
Activates PIP freeze, if available
Activates PIP channel up, if available
SRCHActivates PIP channel down, if available
SETUP (RED)Duplicates function of RED key for Text TV
TITLE (GREEN)Duplicates function of GREEN key for Text TV
AUDIO (YELLOW)Duplicates function of YELLOW key for Text TV
SUBT (BLUE)Duplicates function of BLUE key for Text TV

The Device Mode button configures the CR102 to control the functions of a video recorder or similar device. You will need to configure this Device Mode to work with your equipment. Pressing this button also selects PVR as the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 source.

Toggles power between standby and on.
0...9Functions as original remote number key.
PHONO TAPESelects Tape input on AVR500/AVR600/ AV888. SHIFT + TAPE selects PHONO input on the AVR600/AV888.
TV/AV RNDToggles between available inputs (e.g. AV1, AV2)
SHIFTModifies many keys (see individual key descriptions, below)
AUX MCHSelects multichannel (MCH) input on AVR500/AVR600/AV888. SHIFT + MCH selects AUX input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888.
NET IPODSelects IPOD input on AVR500/AVR600/ AV888. SHIFT + POD selects network (NET) internal input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888.
OKNavigate setup and programme selection menus. OK is equivalent to 'Enter' or 'Select' on some remotes.
MODEOperates the Exit function if the PVR uses this feature
MENUTurns on the Menu function if the PVR uses this feature
DISPToggles display between TV and PVR
OKToggles the mute function. By default this key operates the AMP Mute
OKChannel down
OKChannel up
Decrease (-) and increase (+) AVR500/ AVR600/AV888 volume
Fast rewind
Play
Toggles pause of playback
Fast forward
Operates the Favourites function if the PVR uses this feature.
Stop playback
Starts recording
(not used)
Duplicates function of RED key (if used)
Duplicates function of GREEN key (if used)
Duplicates function of YELLOW key (if used)
Duplicates function of BLUE key (if used).

The Device Mode button configures the CR102 to control the functions of a video recorder or similar device. You will need to configure this Device Mode to work with your equipment. Pressing this button also selects VCR as the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 source.

0...9Functions as original remote number key.
PHONO TAPESelects Tape input on AVR500/AVR600/ AV888. SHIFT + TAPE selects PHONO input on the AVR600/AV888.
TV/AV RNDToggles between available inputs (e.g. AV1, AV2)
SHIFTModifies many keys (see individual key descriptions, below)
AUX MCHSelects multichannel (MCH) input on AVR500/AVR600/AV888. SHIFT + MCH selects AUX input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888.
NET IPODSelects IPOD input on AVR500/AVR600/ AV888. SHIFT + IPOD selects network (NET) internal input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888.
ON OFFNavigate setup and programme selection menus. OK is equivalent to 'Enter' or 'Select' on some remotes.
MODEOperates the Exit function if the VCR uses this feature
MENUTurns on the Menu function if the VCR uses this feature
DISPToggles display between TV and VCR
RToggles the mute function, if available. By default this key operates the AMP Mute
Channel down
Channel up
- +Decrease (-) and increase (+) AVR500/ AVR600/AV888 volume
Fast rewind
Play
Toggles pause of playback
Fast forward
Ejects tape
Stop playback
Starts recording
(not used)
Duplicates function of RED key (if used)
Duplicates function of GREEN key (if used)
Duplicates function of YELLOW key (if used)
Duplicates function of BLUE key (if used).

The Device Mode button configures the CR102 to control the CD functions of Arcam CD players, although this can be changed (see page 25). Pressing this button also selects CD as the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 source.

0...9Functions as original remote number key.
PHONO TAPESelects TAPE input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888. SHIFT + TAPE selects PHONO input on the AVR600/AV888.
RPT RNDToggles random ('shuffle') play on and off. SHIFT + RND cycles through the repeat options (track, disc, etc.).
SHIFTModifies many keys (see individual key descriptions, below)
AUX MCHSelects multichannel (MCH) input on AVR500/AVR600/AV888. SHIFT + MCH selects AUX input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888.
NET IPODSelects IPOD input on AVR500/AVR600/AV888. SHIFT + IPOD selects network (NET) internal input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888.
OK MODENavigates track listings if supported by the player. OK selects the currently highlighted track if supported by the player
MENUChanges the time display modes on Arcam CD player
DISPnot used)
DISPCycles through the front panel display's brightness options. SHIFT + DISP enables RPT A-B functionality if supported by the player.
OKToggles the mute function. By default this key operates the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 Mute.
Press and release to skip back to the beginning of the current/previous track.
Press and release to skip forwards to the beginning of the next track.
Decrease (-) and increase (+) AVR500/ AVR600/AV888 volume.
Fast rewind
Play
Toggles pause of playback
Fast forward
Open/close disc tray
Stop playback
Start recording (on products that have this feature)
Scans first 10 seconds of each track on CD, if supported by the player (Audio search)
Starts Program mode
Cleared programmed item
(not used)
(not used)

essential setup

Before you use your AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 it is essential that you enter some information about your system configuration into the Setup menus.

Many of the inputs have several different connection types available, for example, HDMI or component video; HDMI, digital or analogue audio. It is necessary to set the connection type used for each input by setting the Video Source and Audio Source options in the Input Config. menu (see page 41). These options must be set for each input.

The default for both audio and video sources is HDMI. If another connection type is used, there will be no sound or picture from the source until the Video Source and Audio Source menu items are correctly set.

It is essential that you enter some information into the Setup menus about your speaker configuration. This allows the unit to process any surround sound digital source to exactly match your system and give you the ultimate surround sound experience.

There are three pieces of vital information which are outlined in the sections: 'Speaker Types', 'Speaker Distances' and 'Speaker Levels'.

The way you enter this information manually into the unit is given later in the 'Setup Menus' section on page 38. The settings can also be established automatically using the Arcam Auto Speaker Setup function. However it is important to understand why these speaker settings must be entered, which is why this section is presented first.

Speaker types

You need to set the type of speakers that you have connected to your AVR500/AVR600 (or connected indirectly to your AV888):

Largecapable of full frequency range reproduction
Smallnot capable of full frequency range reproduction at the low frequency end
Nonespeaker not present in your configuration

The terms 'Large' and 'Small' do not necessarily relate to the physical size of your speakers. As a rule of thumb, if a speaker cannot reproduce a flat frequency response down to about 40Hz (and very few can!) it is often better to consider them as 'Small' for setup purposes of home cinema.

When a speaker is set to 'Small', very low frequency sounds are redirected away from that speaker to a 'Large' speaker or a subwoofer, which are far better suited to reproducing these low frequency sounds.

Note that it is not possible to set all speakers to 'Small' unless there is a subwoofer in your speaker configuration. If you do not have a subwoofer, you will be forced to set your front speakers to 'Large'.

(Advanced users may wish to automatically override the 'Small' speaker setting for purely stereo music listening when not watching movies. This can be achieved in the 'Input Config.' menu - see page 40.)

Single Surround Back speaker

If you have just one Surround Back speaker in your configuration instead of two, ensure it is connected to the SBL speaker connector and set Surr. Back L/R in the Spkr Types menu to either '1 Small' or '1 Large' as appropriate.

Crossover frequency

If you have set any speakers as being Small, then you will be required to set a value for the crossover frequency. This is the frequency below which signals are filtered away from these Small speakers and redirected to Large speakers or the subwoofer (if present). A frequency of 80Hz is often a good starting point, however you will probably have to experiment with different values to find the best value for your system or consult your speaker handbook.

MCH sub level

If a subwoofer is present, this setting allows for a 10dB compensation on the subwoofer output when using the MCH input as required by many DVD-A players with audio outputs.

Use Surround Back channels

If not used in the main zone, it is possible to assign the Surround Back channels to bi-amp the Front Left/Right channels or to provide an amplified output to Zone 2.

Speaker Distances

It is essential for the distance from each speaker to the listening position to be accurately measured and entered into the 'Setup' menu. This ensures that the sounds from the various speakers arrive at the listening position at the correct time to recreate a realistic surround effect. The distance can be entered in centimetres or inches.

Speaker Levels

Finally the levels of all the speakers in the system need to be adjusted to match each other at the listening position, again to create a proper surround effect. To help with this the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 can generate a test noise for each speaker which should be measured with a sound pressure level (SPL) meter. The meter should be set to 'C' weighting and slow response. The level of noise measured at the listening position from each speaker should be adjusted on the Speaker Trims page of the Setup menu so that the meter reads 75dB SPL. It does not matter what the system volume setting of the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 is before turning the test noise on as the volume setting is overridden for the duration of the speaker noise test.

There are several basic SPL meters on the market at reasonable prices aimed at home cinema enthusiasts. Check your local technology store, search online or ask your dealer.

If you do not have an SPL meter, you can try to adjust the noise level of each speaker by ear. In this case it is not possible to adjust the speakers to the absolute 75dB SPL volume level, but you should aim for all speakers sounding equally loud. Setting speaker test noise levels by ear is not recommended as it is very difficult to do accurately, but is often better than doing nothing at all!

auto speaker setup

Auto speaker setup

There is a proprietary automatic loudspeaker setup function built into your AVR500, AVR600 or AV888. The Arcam Auto Speaker Setup function attempts to set all the essential speaker settings for all the speakers in your system. It also calculates room equalisation (Room EQ) filter values to remove some of the worst effects of resonant frequencies in the listening room.

Your AVR500/AVR600/AV888 package is supplied with a calibration microphone, which should be inserted into the AUX jack socket on the front panel and positioned at the main listening position. This microphone picks up the special calibration tones generated by the speakers when Auto Speaker Setup is run. The AVR500/AVR600/ AV888 then analyses the signal and computes:

which speakers are present,
speaker type,
speaker distance,
speaker level,
crossover frequency to the subwoofer (or large front speakers if no subwoofer is present),
problem resonant frequencies in the room which need control by filtering.

It also warns if any of the speakers are too close to the microphone or if the measured tone is clipped.

To help the system be as accurate as possible when performing Auto Speaker Setup, there are a few guidance rules that should be followed:

■ Minimise any background sounds in the listening room and other nearby rooms.
Close all windows and doors in the listening room.
Turn off all fans including air-conditioning systems.
If holding the microphone in the hand rather than mounting on a tripod or similar, keep your hand and fingers still to avoid generating 'handling noise'.
Position the set up microphone pointing upwards at roughly head height in the normal listening position. It is not necessary to point the microphone directly at the speaker generating the test tone. (It helps if you are able to position the microphone exactly where your head would normally be for listening, with the microphone in direct unobstructed view of all speakers.)
If your system includes an active subwoofer, start by setting its output level/gain control to a value halfway between maximum and minimum.

When activated, a calibration tone is played through each channel in turn, including the subwoofer channel. The calibration tone cycles round each of the speakers twice. If you do not have a full 7.1 speaker configuration there will be periods of silence between some speaker channels. Follow the 'progress' information on-screen.

After all the channels have been measured, a summary of the speaker configuration will be displayed on-screen. You can then choose to accept the settings, re-measure your system again or cancel Auto Speaker Setup without storing the settings.

The Auto Speaker Setup function is found within the Setup menus, see page 37. By default, Room EQ is not applied to any of the source inputs. You should enable Room EQ on inputs you think benefit from this feature, as required, by listening when playing typical source material through each input. This is enabled from within the Input Config menu.

While room equalisation can help to reduce problems with listening room acoustics, it is usually far better to try to solve these problems with the room directly. Proper loudspeaker positioning, acoustic wall treatments and moving the listening position away from walls should produce far better results overall. However it may be difficult to do this in a home environment, so Room EQ is your next best choice.

Problems

We advise you to look over the reported measurements on the screen following Auto Speaker Setup for any obviously incorrect results, in particular to ensure the reported speakers match your configuration and that the speaker distances to the listening position appear look roughly correct. If the results are not what you expected re-run Auto Speaker Setup.

The Auto Speaker Setup function is normally quite accurate but occasionally false results can be generated. Problems may be as a result of:

external sounds or rumbling / handling noises picked up by the microphone
sound reflections off hard surfaces (e.g. windows or walls) close to the listening position,
very strong acoustic resonances within the room.

If you are still experiencing difficulties or you wish to have the most accurate results for ultimate surround performance, we recommend using the manual method of establishing speaker distances and levels.

Using a subwoofer

If your system includes an active subwoofer you may need to re-run Auto Speaker Setup with the subwoofer output level / gain control set to a higher or lower value, if the summary screen reports problems setting the subwoofer up.

Auto Speaker Setup will attempt to choose a crossover frequency that allows the smoothest low frequency transition from the main speakers to the subwoofer. However if this does not produce pleasing results we recommend manually trying other crossover frequencies to find something more to your preference.

See the next sections for information of how to enter or change speaker settings manually.

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The Setup menus allow you to configure all aspects of your AVR500, AVR600 or AV888. The next few pages will go through the menu items and explain their function. The Setup menus will probably look quite daunting if you are new to setting up home cinema, but the majority of them need only be configured once when you first install the system (or if your system changes or you move house!)

The only way to view the Setup menus is on your display device (TV or projector) using the on-screen display (OSD) capability of the unit. To view the OSD for the initial setting up, connect any of the video outputs to your display device. You do not need to have a video source connected to the video inputs.

Entering Setup mode

To enter the setup menu, press the MENU button on the remote control or font panel. The front panel display shows 'MENU' and the setup menu (pictured right) is displayed.

Unstable OSD menu or picture display?

The default AVR500/AVR600/AV888 output video resolution when first powered up out of the box is 525-line/60Hz NTSC for analogue video and 480i/60 for digital video. This has been chosen as most display devices can synchronise to this automatically. This can be changed in the Video Outputs section of the Setup Menus.

If the output resolution and frame rate is forced to a setting your display device does not support, the picture may become unstable or may not display at all. To reset the output video resolution and frame rate to the default values to restore the display, press and hold the OK button for three seconds.

The left-hand panel lists the setup screens available for adjustment. The selected menu is highlighted with a grey band.

Adjustment panel

The upper right-hand panel lists the parameters you can change as a user. The selected line is highlighted with a black band. Lines that cannot be selected are greyed-out.

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Scroll bars

These indicate the position of the displayed screen within longer menus.

Help screen

The lower right-hand panel gives a short help text for the feature being adjusted.

... using the remote control

The setup menu can be navigated by using the cursor (arrow) keys on the remote control. This is by far the easiest method.

  1. To enter the setup menu, press the MENU button (which is located immediately under the navigation buttons).
  2. Use the and keys to navigate up and down the main section headings in the left-hand panel.
  3. Once you have the main section that you require highlighted, use the key to enter the section.
  4. Use the A and keys to navigate up and down the section settings in the left-hand panel. Some settings may be greyed out. These are either for information only (e.g. incoming sampling

frequency) or are not currently selectable (e.g. network IP address when DHCP is used). Scroll bars on the sides of the right hand panel indicate your position in the settings list where there are more items than can be displayed at once.

  1. Pressing OK selects a setting to change it, pressing OK again de-selects the setting.
  2. At any time, press the MENU button to exit the menu. Any changes to settings are saved.

... using the keys on the front panel

The front panel controls can be used to configure the unit. Follow the instructions for using the remote control, in this case using INPUT- for down, INPUT+ for up, INFO for left and MODE for right.

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Each input on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 has multiple connection possibilities for both audio and video, including HDMI, Component Video, digital audio and analogue audio. When an input is selected, by default the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 will select HDMI for both video and audio connections.

Set the Audio Source and Video Source to the connection type you are using: HDMI, Component, S-Video or Composite for video and HDMI, Digital or Analogue for audio.

Entering Setup mode

Before entering the menu, select the input that you wish to change (e.g. DVD). To enter the setup menu, press the AMP button followed by the MENU button on the remote control. The front panel display shows 'MENU' and the setup menu (pictured right) is displayed. Press the remote control key to enter the Input Config menu then use the key to navigate down to the Video Source option.

Selecting the video source

Once the Video Source option is highlighted as shown, press the OK key to select it for modification. Use the 和 and keys to select from the list the video type you are using on this source.

HDMI: the unit is forced to use the HDMI video input for this source.
Component: the unit is forced to use the Component/RGB video input for this source.
S-Video: the unit is forced to use the S-Video input for this source.
Composite: the unit is forced to use the Composite video input for this source.

Selecting the audio source

Highlight the Audio Source as shown and press the OK key to select it for modification. Use the and keys to select from the list the audio type you are using on this source. NOTE: you may experience some audio transients when changing this setting. As a precaution, we recommend that you reduce the volume level first.

HDMI: the unit is forced to use the HDMI audio input for this source.
Digital: the unit is forced to use the optical (TOSLINK) or coaxial (S/PDIF) digital audio input for this source
Analogue: the unit is forced to use the analogue audio input for this source.

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Select the type of video: HDMI, Component, S-Video or Composite

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Input Config.

The audio and video settings on this page of the Setup menu can be tailored specifically and independently to the currently selected input.

When a different input is selected on the Input line, all the input-specific settings for that input are displayed below it. These settings are applied to the named Input only and are stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up and whenever that input is selected.

Input - The currently selected input connectors to which the settings below relate.

Name - The display name of the input. You can change the name of any input to more closely match your setup. For example, if you had two satellite receivers, you could connect the main receiver to the Sat audio and video input connectors and change the Name to 'SAT 1'. You could then connect the second satellite receiver to the VCR audio and video input connectors, but change the VCR Name to 'SAT 2'. It is then clearer to users of your AVR500/AVR600/AV888 which inputs they wish to select when scrolling though.

Lip Sync - Each input can have its own setting to add a time delay between the audio and video signals to compensate for the sound and picture not being synchronised. This is normally required when video processing is used in the system for scaling or de-interlacing video. The range of lip sync delay is -5 to +220 milliseconds.

The lip sync adjustment can only correct for delayed video. If the audio is late set lip sync to its minimum.

Mode - Sets the initial audio decode mode for stereo sources on this input.

Last Mode recalls the last used setting for this input when a stereo source was applied. See section 'Multichannel source modes' on page 41 for more information.

Ext.Mode - Sets the initial audio decode mode for multichannel digital sources on this input.

Last Mode recalls the last used setting for this input when a stereo source was applied. See section 'Multichannel source modes' on page 41 for more information.

Treble - Bass -

These allow you to alter the bass and treble tone controls for all currently active speakers for each individual

input. For example, if your PVR source sounds a little bass light, you can always correct for this by selecting PVR on the Input line at the top of this menu and add 2 or 3dB to the Bass control. Then, whenever the PVR input is selected, the bass is automatically boosted for as long as that input is selected.

Room EQ - When the Auto Speaker Setup function is run it also calculates Room Equalisation coefficients to remove some of the worst effects of resonant frequencies of the room at the listening position. By default Room EQ is not applied to any of the source inputs, however you can enable them on a per-input basis as you wish.

Not Calculated: (Information only) Auto Speaker Setup has not been run or has errors so cannot be selected.
On: Room EQ is applied to the current source.
Off: Room EQ is not applied to the current source.

Input Trim - Sets the maximum analogue input signal level (sensitivity) on this input before the ADC (Analogue-to-Digital converter) signal path clips. Options are 0.5, 1, 2 and 4 volts RMS maximum input. The default is 2Vrms maximum.

For example, analogue sources with low output levels may benefit by choosing the 1V maximum setting, or the 0.5V maximum setting if the source has a very low output. This helps maximise signal-to-noise performance of the unit and also helps keep the various analogue sources sounding about the same level for any given volume control setting.

Dolby Volume-Dolby Volume is an intelligent system that improves the perceived audio frequency response at lower listening levels and corrects for volume inconsistencies between sources (e.g. a rock radio station and a DVD) and between programming (e.g. a TV show and advertisement breaks).

Off: (default) Dolby Volume is not applied to this input.
Cinema: enables Dolby Volume for this source and configures the input for audio which comes mostly from movie soundtracks.
Music: enables Dolby Volume for this source and configures the input for audio which comes from other sources (CD, TV, Satellite, Tuner, etc.).

Dolby Leveller - This setting of Dolby Volume controls how closely quiet and loud sources and programme content are matched to each other, based on the ear's perception of loudness. The range of values is 0 (minimal levelling) to 10 (maximum levelling). The default setting is 9, however we recommend

experimenting with lower values if all your source material is more closely matched in level. If the Volume Leveller function is set off, no level matching between sources and programme material is performed. Note however that turning the Dolby Leveller setting of Dolby Volume to 'Off' is not the same as turning the entire function of Dolby Volume to 'Off', as volume related frequency response processing is still active. See Dolby Volume on page 48 for more information.

DV Calib. Offset - The Calibration Offset parameter of Dolby Volume allows you to compensate for speaker efficiencies and listening position. The default value is 0 and this should normally produce a good result when the speaker levels of the AVR600 (or AV888 and amplifier combination) are set using a sound pressure level meter.

See the Dolby Volume section on page 48 for further information on Calibration Offset.

Surround EX - Sets how the unit should configure its decode mode when a Dolby Digital EX bitstream is received. Note that this setting only applies if you have Surround Back loudspeakers. You may wish to experiment with these two decode modes to see which you prefer with Dolby Digital EX encoded material. Options are Auto DD EX, Auto PLIIx and Manual.

Auto DD EX: When a Dolby Digital EX-flagged bitstream is detected, the decode mode automatically changes to Dolby Digital EX. This can be temporarily overridden by pressing the MODE button on the remote or front panel.
Auto PLIIx: When a Dolby Digital EX-flagged bitstream is detected, the decode mode automatically changes to Pro Logic IIx Movie. This can be temporarily overridden by pressing the MODE button on the remote or front panel.
- Manual: The received Dolby Digital EX is treated as if it is an ordinary Dolby Digital stream in that it does not automatically select the EX or PLIIx decode modes. Instead, the previously used decode mode for a multichannel digital source on this input is applied. However, either of the EX or PLIIx decode modes can be applied manually by pressing the MODE button.

Stereo Mode - If you have configured your system to have a subwoofer, then you have the flexibility to choose how bass information is distributed between the front left/right speakers and the subwoofer when listening to stereo (two channel only) analogue and digital sources. Choose the option which gives you the most solid, even sounding bass. If you are using

a subwoofer for stereo, please also see Sub Stereo below to set the level of the subwoofer. For best results test with a set-up disc or live programme material. This setting can be used to override your normal speaker settings in the Spkr Types menu whenever the unit plays stereo material. It is quite common to find that two channel stereo music listening is best done with a slightly different sub/ speaker setting than for surround movies.

As Spkr Types: When an analogue or digital stereo source is played, your normal speaker configuration (as in Spkr Types menu) is used to reproduce the signal.
- Left/Right: Full frequency stereo information. All audio is sent to the front left and right speakers only without any bass redirection. You can use this setting if you consider your front left/right speakers to be able to handle the full frequency range of music. If you have set your front left/right speaker size as Small in the Spkr Types setup page, you may wish to use this option to override the setting to Large for stereo music listening, if you have full frequency range left/right speakers.
It can often be beneficial to set full frequency range speakers to Small in the Spkr Types setup page for use with movies, if you have a subwoofer in your system. Doing so may deliver more impact on movie soundtracks as subwooers are designed to handle reproduction of high bass content. However you may find that for stereo music a better overall result is obtained by not using the subwoofer and effectively treating the front left/right speakers as Large.
- Left/Right+Sub: Full frequency range stereo is fed to the front left and right speakers and extracted bass is sent to the subwoofer. In this case the low frequency information is effectively duplicated.
Sat+Sub: Use this setting if you really do have Small satellite front left and right speakers, or if you prefer the overall sound of bass being handled by the subwoofer. Full bass management is used so that analogue and digital stereo sources are fed to the DSP where the bass is filtered off front left and right and redirected to the subwoofer.

NOTE

The Stereo Mode function is not available when using an analogue source in Stereo Direct mode.

Sub Stereo - If Left/Right+Sub or Sat+Sub is selected in Stereo Mode above, this setting adjusts the level of the subwoofer when the source is two channel stereo.

Brightness - Sets the video brightness for this input. This setting can be used to compensate for an overly dark or bright source picture on this input when compared with other video sources.

Contrast - Sets the video contrast for this input. This setting can be used to compensate for too much or too little contrast in the source picture on this input when compared with other video sources.

Colour - Sets the video colour saturation for this input. This setting can be used to compensate for too much or too little colour in the source picture on this input when compared with other video sources.

Picture Mode - Sets how the video processor in the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 interprets the video on this input. Normally the video processor automatically detects the original source type and correctly sets either Video mode or Film mode processing. In the unlikely event that the video processor misinterprets the video type, resulting in subtle picture artefacts, the video processor can be manually forced into Video mode or Film mode. This function should normally be set to Auto.

Edge Enhancement - Sharpens the picture from a source on this input.

Mosquito N.R. - Removes haziness that sometimes appears around objects in a picture from a source on this input.

Noise Reduction - Removes random noise within the picture from a source on this input.

Block N.R. - Removes block artefacts in overly compressed digital video from a source on this input.

Component Mode - Configures the current three-wire high quality analogue video input for component (YUV) video signals or RGB video signals. It is important to match the setting to the incoming video format otherwise the colours will be incorrect and the picture may be unstable.

Options are Normal, RGsB and RGB+Sync.

Normal: (default) the three-wire input is configured for normal Component (YUV / YPbPr) analogue video.
RGsB: the three-wire input is configured for RGB analogue video with video 'sync-on-green'.
RGB+Sync: the three wire input is configured for RGB analogue video, with the video sync signal on the composite input for the current named source.

You should typically select RGB+Sync if you are using a standard SCART to 4-wire phono breakout cable to connect an RGB SCART source.

Note that if RGB+Sync is selected, the S-Video and Composite inputs cannot be selected as video inputs for the current source.

Audio Source - Selects the particular connection type for each input. The default is HDMI; this setting must be changed if another connection is used.

Select from the list the audio type you are using on this source.

NOTE: you may experience some audio transients when changing this setting. As a precaution, we recommend that you reduce the volume level first.

HDMI: the unit is forced to use the HDMI audio input for this source.
Digital: the unit is forced to use the optical (TOSLINK) or coaxial (S/PDIF) digital audio input for this source
Analogue: the unit is forced to use the analogue audio input for this source.

Video Source - Selects the video signal connection for this source. The default is HDMI; this setting must be changed if another connection is used.

HDMI: the unit is forced to use the HDMI video input for this source.
Component: the unit is forced to use the COMPONENT/RGB video input for this source.
S-Video: the unit is forced to use the S-VIDEO input for this source.
Composite: the unit is forced to use the COMPOSITE video input for this source.

General Setup

General information and system controls.

Source Input - (Information only) The currently selected input to which the settings below relate.

Incoming Format - (Information only) The format of the digital audio stream connected to this input, if present.

Incoming Sample Rate - (Information only) The sample rate of the digital audio stream connected to this input, if present.

Incoming Bit Rate - (Information only) The bit rate of the digital audio stream connected to this input, if present.

Dialnorm - (Information only) If a Dolby Digital audio stream is connected to this input, this is the Dialogue Normalisation setting requested by the stream.

Video Input - The currently selected video input. For inputs that have video connections (e.g. SAT, PVR etc), audio and video inputs normally switch over together. However, here you can temporarily select a different video source for the current audio source. This feature may be useful, for example, if you are watching a sports game on satellite but on this occasion wish to listen to the commentary on the radio instead. This temporary override is reset when the input source is changed so that the Video Input follows the Audio Input setting (or the setting in the Video Inputs menu, if applicable).

Audio Compression - Allows selection of compression which is ideal for late night listening. The compression effect increases the volume of the quiet passages and decreases the volume of the louder passages. Compression only applies to some Dolby Digital and DTS soundtracks that support this function.

Off: (default) no audio compression is applied.
On: Audio compression is applied whenever a soundtrack supporting compression is received.
On / Auto: As for On above, except for Dolby TrueHD soundtracks which support an additional Auto on/off setting

This setting applies to all inputs when a relevant digital audio stream is detected. It is stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

Balance - To alter the sound balance temporarily between front left and right speakers. You can alter the sound stage to either the left or the right by up to 6dB. Note that it is not possible to shift the audio signal completely over to one channel. This function resets to equal left/right balance when the input is changed.

PLII Dimension -

PLII Centre Width -

PLII Panorama -

These allow the adjustment of the sound field for Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode decoding of two-channel sources. These setting apply to all inputs when PLII or PLIIx Music decoding is selected. The settings are stored in memory and recalled each time PLII or PLIIx Music mode is selected.

Dimension: Allows the user gradually to adjust the sound field either towards the front or towards the rear. Settings range from -3 to +3. We recommend Dimension is set to 0 for normal use.

Centre Width: Controls the centre image width. With Pro Logic decoding, dominant centre signals come only from the centre speaker. If no centre speaker is present, the decoder splits the centre signal equally to the left and right speakers to create a 'phantom' centre image. The Centre Width control allows variable adjustment of the centre image so it may be heard only from the centre speaker; only from the left/right speakers as a phantom image; or from all three front speakers to varying degrees. We recommend Centre Width is set to 3 for normal use.

Panorama: Extends the front centre image to include the surround speakers for an exciting 'wrap-around' effect with side-wall imaging.

Digital Output Freq. - Sets the sampling frequency of the audio Analogue-to-Digital converter. This setting applies to all inputs when analogue audio is being processed (i.e. not Stereo Direct mode). It is stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

Volume Adjustment - Sets the step size of the volume control.

Normal: (default) volume control is in 1dB steps
Fine: volume control is in 0.5dB steps

Maximum Volume - Limits the maximum volume setting the system can be turned up to in the main zone. This is a useful feature to prevent accidental overdriving of low power-handling speakers (for example). It is stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

Max On Volume - Limits the maximum volume the system operates in the main zone when it is switched on or comes out of Standby. The system comes on at this stored volume setting if the last used (possibly very loud) volume exceeds this value. It is stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

Audio In iPod - If you have an iPod connected to the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 using an Arcam rDock or rLead, this control allows you to set which audio input is used.

Auto Setup

Auto Speaker Setup of your loudspeakers and subwoofer (if present) is controlled by this menu. A full description of how Auto Speaker Setup works is given on page 37. Remember to insert the calibration microphone into the AUX input on the front panel and position the microphone at the listening position before running Auto Setup.

Run Auto Setup - Press OK (or OK on the remote) to start Auto Speaker Setup. The process will generate test tones from the speakers and will typically take less than two minutes. The test tone generator will cycle round each speaker twice.

Accept Setup - When Auto Speaker Setup has completed without errors you can choose to accept or reject the settings

No: The settings are not stored in memory.
- Yes: All the speaker settings (speakers present, type, distance, level and crossover frequency) are stored in the relevant sections of the Setup Menu and overwrite any previous settings.

Auto Setup Progress - Gives a summary of what Auto Speaker Setup is doing as it progresses, starting with which speaker is being tested.

Calculating EQ: Data gathered from each of the speakers is being processed.
Completed Error: A problem was detected with the speaker setup. See the descriptions for each of the individual speakers, below. Alternatively an invalid speaker configuration was detected.

Front Left -

Centre -

Front Right -

Surr. Right -

Surr. Back Right -

Surr. Back Left -

Surr. Left -

Subwoofer -

If the above speakers are correctly detected as present in your speaker configuration, their size (Small or Large), distance from the listening position and trim level (dB) will be displayed. Note that size does not apply to the subwoofer. Otherwise one of the following messages will be displayed:

Not Present: A speaker was not detected on this channel.

  • Clipped: The test tone detected by the microphone was distorted or clipped. This could be because you have very sensitive speakers and they are very close to the listening position. However it is more likely that the detected signal was corrupted by microphone handling noise or other external sounds. Try running Auto Speaker Setup again.
  • Mic too close: The speaker is too close to the listening position to be able to calculate its distance. If possible, try moving the speaker slightly further away from the listening position and run Auto Speaker Setup again.

Crossover Freq. - The frequency at which Auto Speaker Setup determined is the best point to filter low frequency sounds away from Small speakers and into the subwoofer (or Large speakers if a subwoofer is not present).

Spkr Types

Settings for the types of loudspeaker you have connected to your AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 and power amplifier (e.g. the Arcam P777). These settings are applied to all audio inputs and are stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

Front Left / Right -

Centre -

Surr. Left / Right -

Surr. Back L/R -

Here you set the type of speakers that you have connected to your AVR500/AVR600/AV888:

Large: capable of full frequency range reproduction
Small: not capable of full frequency range reproduction at the low frequency end
None: speaker not present in your configuration
Subwoofer: Set whether a subwoofer is present or not. For Surr. Back L/R, the number before Large and Small in the dropdown options list is the number of Surround Back speakers in your configuration. If you only have one Surround Back speaker connect it to the SBL output.

NOTE

It is not possible to set all speakers to Small unless there is a subwoofer in your speaker configuration. If you do not have a subwoofer, you will be forced to set your front speakers to Large.

Crossover Freq - This is the frequency at which loudspeakers set as Small start to redirect bass signals to the Subwoofer or Large speakers in your system. Small

speakers redirect bass to the subwoofer, if present. The exception is the Centre speaker which, if Small, redirects its bass to front left/right provided that they themselves are Large. This is done to help keep Centre bass directly in front of the listening position.

MCH Sub Levels - This setting controls the subwoofer level from an externally decoded multichannel source (DVD-A, SACD, etc). Most DVD players require a +10dB compensation on the subwoofer channel to maintain the correct balance with the main channels.

+10dB comp.: for normal DVD players which output the analogue subwoofer channel at the low 0dB level. Gain compensation of +10dB is added to the subwoofer channel of the MCH INPUT in the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888.
No comp.: for DVD players which output the analogue subwoofer channel at the correct +10dB level. No subwoofer gain compensation is needed on the subwoofer channel of the MCH INPUT in the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888.

Use Channels 6+7 for - If your main zone speaker set up does not include Surround Back Left and Right speakers, you can choose to use the Surround Back amplifier channels to bi-amp the Front Left and Right pair, or as a stereo power amplifier for Zone 2 (but note that powered Zone 2 is not available on the AV888).

Spkr Distance

Calibration settings for the distances between the loudspeakers and the listening position.

NOTE

Speakers that are not present in your configuration will be greyed out.

These settings are applied to all audio inputs and are stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

Units - Select whether you wish to measure distances in centimetres or inches.

Front Left -

Centre -
Front Right -
Surr. Right -
Surr. Back Right -
Surr. Back Left -
Surr. Left -
Subwoofer -

As described in 'essential setup' on page 36, measure the distance from each loudspeaker in your system to your ear in the main listening position and enter the values. This allows the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 to calculate the correct relative delay for each loudspeaker.

Spkr Levels

Calibration settings for the test noise signal level through the loudspeakers and measured at the listening position.

NOTE

Speakers that are not present in your configuration will be greyed out.

These settings are applied to all audio inputs and are stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

Use the A and navigation buttons on the remote control to select the relevant speaker. Press OK to enable/disable the calibration noise and the and navigation buttons to adjust the noise level from each speaker.

Front Left -

Centre -

Front Right -

Surr. Right -

Surr. Back Right -

Surr. Back Left -

Surr. Left -

Subwoofer -

As described in 'essential setup' on page 36, adjust the level of the test noise from each speaker so that an SPL meter at the listening position measures 75dB SPL.

Video Inputs

Settings to optionally assign a video source to each of the normally audio-only inputs.

These settings are stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

Video Input Tape -

Video Input CD -

Video Input Aux -

Video Input AM/FM

Video Input Phono -

Video Input MCH -

Video Input iPod -

Video Input Net -

Video In Digital Radio -

The default for each of the audio inputs is 'None', however for example you could associate the satellite 'Sat' video with AM, FM and Digital Radio audio if you wished. This way you could listen to the FM or AM or Digital Radio commentary of a sports game but have the pictures from the satellite coverage.

Video Outputs

The settings in this menu control the output resolution from the video processor in the unit as well as the operation of the two HDMI outputs.

These settings are applied to all video inputs and are stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

Progressive scan playback

ARCAM AVR500 - Progressive scan playback - 1

The AVR500, AVR600 and AV888 can support 1080p, 24 frames per second source materials. To enjoy

24p playback both the source device (e.g., a Blu-ray disc player) and the display device (e.g. a TV or projector) must be capable of supporting 24p. To enjoy 24p playback, set the Video Source to HDMI in the Input Config. menu, and set the Output resolution to 1080p (i.e. not to Preferred) in the Video Outputs menu. Also, ensure that the Frame Rate is set to Auto.

NOTE

Important points to remember:

For analogue outputs

The analogue output resolution should be chosen carefully; Composite and S-Video connections can only carry 480i (525-line NTSC) or 576i (625-line PAL) signals. If an output resolution higher than this is chosen in Out 1 Resolution, the Composite and S-Video main zone outputs will be disabled.

You should also set the frame rate (50Hz Interlaced for PAL, 60Hz Interlaced for NTSC) and the aspect ratio (4:3 standard or 16:9 widenscreen) to match your display device. Note that S-Video and Composite can only carry Interlaced video. If you select Progressive analogue video, Zone 1 S-Video and Composite outputs will be disabled.

For HDMI outputs

The output resolution, frame rate and display aspect ratio can be automatically determined by the unit. Alternatively these settings can be manually selected. If you have two HDMI display devices connected, you can also configure which of the two HDMI outputs takes priority.

Zone 1 OSD - Selects whether the main zone pop-up OSD messages are On or Off. It is stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

When On, all user adjustments that are made during the general use of the unit are displayed on screen as well as the front panel display. This includes the adjustment of volume, subwoofer level, lip sync, tone controls, etc. It is stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

  • When Off, the above user adjustments will not appear on screen, only on the front panel display. This leaves the picture on your display device clear of pop-up text. However, regardless of this setting the Setup menus are always displayed on screen.

Analogue Output - This setting controls the output resolution of the analogue video outputs of Zone 1. This applies to all Zone 1 analogue video outputs: Component, S-Video and Composite. This setting is only valid if neither of the HDMI outputs OUT 1 or OUT 2 are being used at the time. See 'Important points to remember' above regarding analogue resolutions.

The dropdown list shows all the resolutions that the unit's video processor can output.

Analogue Frame Rate - This setting controls the output frame rate of the analogue video outputs of Zone 1. This applies to all Zone 1 analogue video outputs: Component, S-Video and Composite. This setting is only valid if neither of the HDMI outputs OUT 1 or OUT 2 are being used at the time. See the Note 'Important points to remember' regarding analogue frame rates.

Display Type - Set the aspect ratio of your display device; 4:3 standard or 16:9 widenscreen.

Output Switching - This setting controls the operation of the two HDMI outputs.

  • Auto-Priority Out 1/Out 2 senses which display device is turned on and gives priority to the named output (OUT 1 or OUT 2) if both display devices are on at the same time. When both display devices are on at the same time, the output with the highest priority is used to configure the settings of the unit's video processor.
    Output 1 or Output 2: forces only the named HDMI output to be enabled.
  • Output 1 & 2: enables both HDMI outputs simultaneously. In order to do this however, the settings of the unit's video processor are reduced down to the highest common set that can be supported by both display devices.

Out 1 Resolution - This setting controls the output resolution of HDMI output OUT 1. This setting is only valid if HDMI output OUT 1 is the only active HDMI output at the time.

The dropdown list shows all the resolutions that the video processor can output. Resolutions that are not supported by the connected display device are greyed out and cannot be selected.
- Preferred: sets the OUT1 resolution to be the preferred resolution that is requested by the display device. This is often the highest resolution the display device can receive.

Out 1 Frame Rate - This setting controls the output frame rate of HDMI output OUT 1. This setting is only valid if HDMI output OUT 1 is the only active HDMI output at the time.

The dropdown list shows all the frame rates that the video processor can output. Frame rates that are not supported by the connected display device at

the above resolution are greyed out and cannot be selected.

Auto sets the OUT1 frame rate to be the preferred frame rate that is requested by the display device for the currently used resolution.
Follow Input forces the OUT1 frame rate to the same as the input frame rate, regardless of the reported capabilities of the display device.

Lipsync 1 - (Information only) Displays how much lip sync is automatically applied to HDMI output OUT 1 to compensate for video processing delays in the attached display device. Not all display devices support this function.

Out 2 Resolution - This setting controls the output resolution of HDMI output OUT2. This setting is only valid if HDMI output OUT2 is the only active HDMI output at the time.

The dropdown list shows all the resolutions that the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 video processor can output. Resolutions that are not supported by the connected display device are greyed out and cannot be selected.
- Preferred: sets the OUT2 resolution to be the preferred resolution that is requested by the display device. This is often the highest resolution the display device can receive.

Out 2 Frame Rate - This setting controls the output frame rate of HDMI output OUT2. This setting is only valid if HDMI output OUT2 is the only active HDMI output at the time.

The dropdown list shows all the frame rates that the video processor can output. Frame rates that are not supported by the connected display device at the above resolution are greyed out and cannot be selected.
Auto: sets the OUT 2 frame rate to be the preferred frame rate that is requested by the display device for the currently used resolution.
Follow Input forces the OUT 2 frame rate to the same as the input frame rate, regardless of the reported capabilities of the display device.

Lipsync 2 - (Information only) Displays how much lip sync is automatically applied to HDMI output OUT 2 to compensate for video processing delays in the attached display device. Not all display devices support this function.

Out 1 & 2 Resolution - This setting controls the output resolution when both HDMI outputs are used simultaneously. This setting is only valid if Output Switching is set to Output 1 & 2.

The dropdown list shows all the resolutions that the video processor can output. Resolutions that are not supported by the connected display devices are greyed out and cannot be selected.
Best: sets the HDMI output to be the highest common resolution that is supported by both display devices.

Out 1 & 2 Frame Rate - This setting controls the output frame rate when both HDMI outputs are used simultaneously. This setting is only valid if Output Switching is set to Output 1 & 2.

The dropdown list shows all the frame rates that the video processor can output. Frame rates that are not supported by the connected display devices at the above resolution are greyed out and cannot be selected.
Auto: sets the HDMI output to be the highest preferred common frame rate that is supported by both display devices for the above resolution.
- Follow Input forces the OUT 1 & 2 frame rate to the same as the input frame rate, regardless of the reported capabilities of the display device.

Lipsync 1 & 2 - (Information only) Displays how much lip sync is automatically applied to HDMI outputs OUT 1 and OUT 2 simultaneously to compensate for video processing delays in the attached display devices. Not all display devices support this function.

Mode

Lists the decode and downmix options you wish to include when cycling through the options on the MODE button. Settings are Yes or No. The list is divided into two sections depending on the source audio type. See section 'Multichannel source modes' on page 47 for more information on each processing a decoding mode. These settings are applied to all audio inputs and are stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

For Stereo sources:

Dolby ProLogic -

Dolby PLIIx Movie -

Dolby PLIIx Music -

Dolby PLIIx Matrix -

Dolby PLIIx Game -

Neo:6 Cinema

Neo:6 Music -

The first section, 'Stereo sources' is the list of processing modes you wish to make available for stereo signals (analogue stereo, digital PCM stereo, Dolby 2.0, DTS 2.0, etc). When a stereo signal is applied, each press of the MODE button cycles through the processing modes you have enabled in the 'Stereo sources' section. The unprocessed Stereo option is always available for stereo signals therefore it is not shown in the list.

For Multichannel sources:

Stereo Downmix - Dolby Digital EX -

Dolby PLIIx Movie - Dolby PLIIx Music -

The second section, 'Multichannel sources' is the list of processing modes you wish to make available for multichannel digital signals (any Dolby or DTS digital stream that has more channels than stereo 2.0). When a multichannel digital signal is applied, each press of the MODE button cycles through the processing modes you have enabled in the 'Multichannel sources' section.

Zone Settings

Lists the volume and control settings for Zone 2 and Zone 3 (Zone 3 available with AVR600/AV888 only). These settings are applied to all audio inputs and are stored in memory and recalled each time the unit is powered up.

Z2 Audio Input - Selects the analogue audio to be routed to Zone 2.

Z2 Video Output - Selects the analogue video to be routed to Zone 2 for the current audio input.

Zone 2 Volume - The current volume in Zone 2.

Zone 2 Max. Vol - Limits the maximum volume setting the system can be turned up to in the Zone 2. This is a useful feature to prevent accidental overdriving of low power-handling speakers, for example.

Zone 2 Fixed Vol - The Zone 2 volume control can be locked at the current value for use with an external amplifier with its own volume control in Zone 2.

Zone 2 Max On Vol - Limits the maximum volume the system operates in the Zone 2 when it is switched on or comes out of Standby. The system comes on at this volume if the last used (possibly very loud) volume exceeds this value.

Zone 3 Volume - The current volume in Zone 3.

Zone 3 Max. Vol - Limits the maximum volume setting the system can be turned up to in the Zone 3. This is a useful feature to prevent accidental overdriving of low power-handling speakers (for example).

Zone 3 Fixed Vol - The Zone 3 volume control can be locked at the current value for use with an external amplifier with its own volume control in Zone 3.

Zone 3 Max On Vol - Limits the maximum volume the system operates in the Zone 3 when it is switched on or comes out of Standby. The system comes on at this volume if the last used (possibly very loud) volume exceeds this value.

Standby - When a Standby command is received by an infra-red eye in Zone 2, this setting controls which parts of the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 to turn on and off: When Local Only, the Standby IR command only affects the zone it was received in (Zone2 or Zone3).

When All Off, the Standby IR command affects the entire system in all zones.

Network

The AVR600 and AV888 are fitted with a network audio client (optional for the AVR500) which is capable of playing internet radio stations as well as stored music on a network storage device such as a PC, or on a USB flash drive.

Use DHCP - Select if your network uses DHCP

No: To assign a fixed IP address manually.
Yes: To use network parameters given by the DHCP server.

MAC address - (Information only) The unique address of the network card in your AVR500/AVR600/AV888.

IP Address - If not using DHCP, enter the IP address you have assigned to the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 for your network.

Subnet Mask - If not using DHCP, enter the subnet mask for the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 on your network.

Gateway - If not using DHCP, enter the IP address of the router the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 is connected to.

Primary DNS - If not using DHCP, enter the Primary DNS IP address of your internet service provider.

Alternate DNS - If not using DHCP, enter the Secondary DNS IP address of your internet service provider.

Use Proxy - Select if you connect to the network via a Proxy Server.

No: If you connect directly onto the network.
Yes: If you connect to the network via a Proxy Server.

Proxy Address - If connecting via a Proxy Server, enter its IP address.

Proxy Port - If connecting via a Proxy Server, enter the port number to which the Proxy responds.

decoding modes

Introduction

Your AVR500/AVR600 receiver or AV888 pre-amp provides all the key decoding and processing modes for analogue and digital signals, including the latest high definition audio formats over HDMI.

Modes for digital sources

Digital recordings are usually encoded to include information about their format type. The unit detects automatically the relevant format in a digital signal - such as Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby Digital, or DTS - and switches in the appropriate decoding.

Modes for analogue sources

Analogue recordings do not contain information about their encoding formats, so the desired mode - such as Dolby Pro Logic - needs to be selected manually.

Mode memory

Dolby Digital or DTS audio (including the high definition formats) can be output in two mix modes, selected using the MODE button:

Surround (e.g., five main channels plus a subwoofer for a 5.1 source)
Stereo downmix.

Two-channel audio, regardless of whether it is analogue or digital can also be output in two mix modes, selected using the mode button:

Surround (e.g., Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, Neo:6 Music, etc.)
Stereo.

TheAVR500/AVR600/AV888 stores the settings for each source (except MCH). Thus the decoding mode for the following groups of source material can be stored independently:

Dolby Digital (multichannel) and DTS source material
Two channel Dolby, PCM or Analogue source material

Two-channel source modes

The following decoding and surround modes are available for standard and high definition Dolby Digital 2.0, DTS 2.0, PCM or analogue sources:

Stereo

Pro Logic II Movie

Pro Logic II Music

Pro Logic II Game

Pro Logic IIx Movie

Pro Logic IIx Music

Pro Logic IIx Game

Pro Logic

Neo:6 Cinema

Neo:6 Music

NOTE

Pro Logic IIx modes are only selectable when Surround Back speakers are present.

Stereo

In this mode the unit works as a conventional high quality audio amplifier. Note that if the subwoofer is enabled in stereo mode, then some processing of the signal will be carried out. To achieve ultimate sound quality with analogue sources, select the Stereo Direct function if an analogue connection is present.

Dolby Pro Logic II

Dolby Pro Logic II decoding is designed to produce five-channel output from two-channel source material.

There are three different modes available in Pro Logic II: 'Movie', 'Music' and 'Game' modes, which are intended for use as their names suggest. Due to the different recording methods used for movies, music and video games, it is recommended that the correct decoding mode for your source material is used to obtain best results.

Movie mode: This is intended for use with 'cinematic' material, which is mixed and monitored in a calibrated multichannel environment. Movie mode is a 'fixed' mode that is designed to give a similar sound when listening using a home cinema system to that obtained in a cinema.
Music mode: Stereo music is not designed for surround processing, although good surround effects can be obtained through careful production. As the optimum decoding method varies according

to the recording, Music mode allows the user adjustment of the processing characteristics.

Game mode: Video games today are extremely sophisticated, with dramatic 5.1 surround audio tracks. Game mode gives augmented bass management to capture the full effect of game sounds panned to the surrounds, ensuring the bass impact from purer surround effects are fully delivered to the subwoofer.

Dolby Pro Logic IIx

Dolby Pro Logic IIx is an extension of the Dolby Pro Logic matrix-decoding method. The decoder allows the processor to derive seven outputs from a two or multichannel (up to 5.1 with EX) source to take better advantage of all amplifiers and speakers in a 7.1 setup. As with Pro Logic, there are three different modes available: Movie, Music and Game. Due to different recording methods used for movies and music, you should select the correct mode for your source material.

Dolby Pro Logic

Dolby Pro Logic is a legacy mode that is designed to produce a five-channel output from two-channel source material. It should be used only when the source material is encoded as Dolby Pro Logic; otherwise, we recommend the use of Dolby Pro Logic II. This is because Pro Logic processing on straight stereo sources can sound muffled and compressed.

DTS Neo:6

DTS Neo:6 provides up to six full-band channels of decoding from stereo material. The AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 will derive separate channels corresponding to the standard home theatre layout.

Cinema: A movie mode designed to reproduce a movie theatre environment. Neo:6 technology allows various sound elements within a channel or channels to be steered separately, and in a way which follows the original presentation naturally.
Music: A music mode designed to produce a lively, high-integrity surround-effect from most two-channel music sources from all available speakers. Neo:6 music mode expands stereo recordings into the five or six-channel layout without diminishing the subtlety and integrity of the original stereo recording.

Multichannel source modes

Digital multichannel source material is normally provided as '5.1 audio'. The '5.1 channels' comprise of: left, centre and right front speakers, two surround speakers and a low frequency effects (LFE) channel. Since the LFE channel is not a full range channel, it is referred to as '1'.

Surround systems decode and reproduce the 5.1 channels directly. Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES matrix enhanced decoding systems create one extra rear channel from information buried in the two surround signals of the 5.1 source. These EX and ES enhanced systems are sometimes referred to as '6.1' systems. This extra surround back channel is normally reproduced through two separate loudspeakers, creating a '7.1' system.

DTS-ES discrete is a true '6.1' source, with six discretely encoded channels, plus the '1' LFE channel.

Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True-HD and DTS-HD are high-resolution surround formats found on Blu-ray and HD-DVD discs

Decoding modes

The modes given in the following table are available for multichannel digital sources.

Special modes such as DTS-ES 6.1 discrete, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Tru-HD and DTS-HD are only available from the correct source material.

High resolution audio sources
Dolby True-HDProvides up to 7.1 full channel at 96kHz, 24bit resolution, with potentially no losses in the compression process. Data rates can be up to 18Mbps.
Dolby Digital PlusProvides up to 7.1 discrete channels of audio with less compression than traditional Dolby Digital encoding. Data rates can be up to 6Mbps.
DTS-HD Master AudioProvides up to 7.1 full channel at 96kHz, 24bit resolution, with potentially no losses in the compression process. Data rates can be up to 24.5Mbps.
For Dolby Digital sources
Dolby Digital 5.1The most commonly used sound format for DVD video, and is also the standard for US television. Dolby Digital 5.1 sources deliver sound with five discrete full-range channels; left, centre, right, surround left, surround right, plus a low frequency effects (LFE) channel.
Dolby Digital 5.1 Stereo DownmixProvides a stereo downmix of the source material for use with headphones.
For DTS sources
DTS 5.1Less common than the Dolby Digital format, but generally recognised within the audio industry as being of superior sound quality. DTS 5.1 delivers surround sound with five full range channels plus an LFE channel.
DTS 5.1 Stereo DownmixProvides a stereo downmix of the source material for use with headphones.
DTS-ES 6.1 MatrixThis is a 6.1 channel format based on DTS 5.1. It has the sixth channel matrix encoded into the surround left and surround right channels. The sixth channel is a surround centre channel and is directed to the surround back left and surround back right speakers.
DTS-ES 6.1 DiscreteThis is a true discrete 6.1 channel sound format (unlike DTS-ES Matrix). DTS-ES discrete mode operates only on sources with DTS-ES 6.1 discrete audio encoding.
DTS96/24Provides up to 5.1 channels of audio at 96kHz, 24bit resolution for superior sound quality compared to standard DTS 5.1
Post-processing
Dolby Digital EX decoding can be applied to any source if one or two surround speakers are present. Pro Logic IIx decoding can be applied to any source if two surround back speakers are present.
Dolby Digital EXThis is an extension to Dolby Digital decoding that provides a 6-channel output from a 5-channel input. The extra channel is the centre-surround channel (for which the two surround back speakers are used), and is derived from the left and right surround channel information. This decode mode should be used only when the source material is 'Surround EX' encoded (which is normally indicated on the disc packaging and should be detected automatically by the AVR500/AVR600/AV888), but may be used at other times if desired.
Pro Logic IIx MovieThis mode is used to derive information for the individual surround back channels from the surround channels, using the Pro Logic IIx Movie decoder.
Pro Logic IIx MusicThis mode is used to derive information for the individual surround back channels from the surround channels, using the Pro Logic IIx Music decoder. The controls for adjusting Pro Logic IIx Music in 'General Setup' can be used in this mode.

Dolby volume

ARCAM AVR500 - Dolby volume - 1

DOLBY

VOLUME

Dolby Volume is a sophisticated new

technology that resolves the problem of

different volume levels between programme content (e.g. a TV show and advert breaks) and between sources (e.g. a rock radio station and DVD, or between two TV stations). It lets the listener enjoy everything at the same preferred listening level without having to reach for the volume control to compensate for the different recording/output levels. This is the Volume Leveller function of Dolby Volume.

Dolby Volume also works in conjunction with the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 volume control setting to compensate for the ear's changing sensitivity at different frequencies depending on how loud the audio is. It is based on a model of how human hearing works. It properly balances low, mid and high frequencies to maintain all the nuances and impact of the original audio regardless of the actual selected playback volume level. This is the Volume Modeller function of Dolby Volume.

Dolby Volume measures, analyses and maintains volume levels based on how people perceive sound. A variety of audio parameters are monitored including spectral- and time-based loudness to ensure that perceived dynamics, timbre and bass performance remain consistent at all volume levels.

Dolby Volume also lets the listener control a programme's dynamic range - the range between loud and quiet sounds. For example, with the volume turned down for late-night viewing, dynamic range can be adjusted so that speech remains clear and loud effects or music passages retain their impact without waking up the family.

Settings

Dolby Volume can be applied to any analogue or digital stereo source or any digital multichannel source. It is not available in Stereo Direct or on the analogue multichannel input. Dolby Volume can even be applied to processing of stereo signals (e.g. PLII Music) or when down-mixing a digital multichannel source (e.g. Dolby Digital 5.1 down to stereo).

Dolby Volume can be enabled and configured separately for each audio input in the Input Config menu. The default is Off for 'audiophile' listening to analogue or digital stereo sources, however you may wish to enable

Dolby Volume on some or all inputs to maintain the same perceived overall listening level between sources and frequency response regardless of the volume setting. There are two modes for Dolby Volume: 'Cinema' and 'Music', which calibrate the system to match the type of audio material generally played on each input. Movie should be selected for sources which typically play movie soundtracks. Music should be selected for all other sources (CD, TV, Satellite, Tuner, etc.). Most of the controlling parameters of Dolby Volume are automatic as they are dependent on analysis of the audio signal and the volume setting of the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888. However, the Volume Leveller and Calibration Offset controls (see below) can be adjusted to your preference.

Volume Leveller

The Volume Leveller function of Dolby Volume controls how closely quiet and loud sources and programme content are matched to each other, based on the ear's perception of loudness. The range of values is 0 (minimal levelling) to 10 (maximum levelling). The default setting is 9. If the Volume Leveller function is turned off, no level matching between sources and programme material is performed. This is not the same as turning Dolby Volume off as volume related frequency response processing is still active.

When Dolby Volume is being applied to the current input, a Dolby Volume processing mode indicator is shown on the OSD and the front panel display.

Calibration Offset

The Calibration Offset parameter of Dolby Volume allows you to compensate for speaker efficiencies and listening position - effectively moving the reference listening level up or down the volume scale. The default value is 0 and this should normally produce a good result when the speaker levels are set using a sound pressure level meter at the listening position (75dB SPL, 'C' weighting, slow response).

ARCAM AVR500 - Calibration Offset - 1

Tuner - AVR500/AVR600 only

The AVR500/AVR600 is fitted with an internal AM/FM tuner. Depending on your location and installed options, it may also be fitted with a DAB tuner (Europe) or Sirius satellite radio connection (Americas; AVR600 only). Sirius requires the purchase of the 'SiriusConnect™ Home Tuner' kit and Sirius subscription - please visit www.sirius.com for details.

This section deals with tuner operation, for information on setting up the tuner and installing aerials, see page 14.

When a tuner input is selected, the OSD shows a list of radio presets plus an information panel giving all available information about the current frequency (for AM and FM) or channel (for DAB or Sirius).

The front panel will also give the same information, pressing the INFO key will cycle through the various items of information:

AM

  • Processing mode (default)
    Frequency
    Signal strength

FM

  • Processing mode (default)
  • Radiotext (if available; shows 'No radiotext' if none present)
    Programme type (if available)
    Signal strength

DAB

  • Processing mode (default)
  • Radiotext (if available; shows 'No radiotext' if none present)
    Programme type
    Signal quality
  • Bit-rate of transmission

Sirius

  • Processing mode (default)
  • Artist Name: Song Title
    Composer (if available)
  • Category Name
  • Signal quality

Tuning/Channel Selection

When switching to the internal TUNER source, the AVR500/AVR600 enters the last used tuner band, be it AM / FM / DAB (if fitted) / Sirius (if fitted). Repeatedly pressing TUN cycles through the available tuner bands on your AVR600.

FM/AM analogue radio

Frequency tuning on FM and AM radio is done using the and buttons on the CR102 remote control in TUN device mode. Individual presses move the frequency down and up one step. If you press and hold either of the tuning buttons for two seconds, the tuner scans to the next strong signal. You can stop a scan at any time by pressing one of the tuning buttons again.

In Europe, the internal FM radio is capable of receiving RDS (Radio Data System) radiotext signals that are transmitted on some stations. The RDS information typically includes the radio station name, the music or speech genre as well as additional information related to the current programme. On music stations this is often information on the currently playing track.

DAB digital radio

If your AVR500/AVR600 is fitted with the optional DAB tuner you will need to scan for available stations before being able to listen to them.

To scan for DAB stations, first select the DAB tuner then press and hold OK until the display indicates scanning has started. The AVR500/AVR600 will then scan all the DAB radio frequencies and compile a list of the stations that are available.

When the scan is complete, you can scroll through the station list using the and buttons on the CR102 remote control. To listen to the currently displayed station press the OK. If you do not press OK within two seconds, the display will revert to displaying the currently playing station.

Internet radio

Please see the Network/USB Operation section on page 52 for details of internet radio operation.

Saving and selecting Presets

Preset selection uses the and keys on the remote to browse and OK to select the preset when the CR102 is in TUN device mode.

Up to 99 presets can be stored and these can be from any band, for example Preset 1 could be an AM station, preset two a DAB station, etc. Pressing the OK key causes the next available preset number to be displayed, then pressing the OK key again stores the current frequency/channel in that preset. If a different preset number is required, press the A or keys until the desired number is displayed before pressing the OK key for a second time.

Deleting Presets

When in tune browse mode (using A and to scroll through the presets), the yellow button on the CR102 remote is used to delete the currently highlighted (but not playing) station or frequency.

Sirius satellite radio (AVR600, US & Canada only)

In this section it is assumed that you already have a 'SiriusConnect' Home Tuner' kit and a Sirius subscription, and that the antenna is already correctly placed to receive Sirius broadcasts. Please visit www.sirius.com for more information.

Add to your subscription

Before being able to receive satellite radio broadcasts you will need to update your Sirius subscription to add the ID number of the Sirius receiver module in your AVR600. The Sirius ID can be found by switching to the Sirius source and selecting channel 0. The AVR600 displays the 12-digit number on the OSD and on the front panel display. You should make a note of this ID number, then select Sirius channel 184 while you apply this ID number to your account at www.sirius.com or by calling 1.888.539.SIRIUS (7474).

Once your subscription is updated, a code is sent over Sirius channel 184. When this code is received the AVR600 displays 'SUBSCRIPTION' UPDATED. This display remains until cleared by pressing any button. The Sirius radio module is now fully operational.

Please note that, depending on your subscription, some channels may not be available. If a channel is not part of your subscription package, you are invited to subscribe to the channel - 'CALL 888-539-SIRIUS To Subscribe' is displayed and audio is muted. If you have any queries about your subscription, please contact Sirius.

Operation

In addition to the channel and preset selection, previously mentioned, you can also cycle through the channel categories (Rock, Pop, Country, etc.) using the and keys. The first channel in each category is displayed. You can then scroll through other channels in that particular category using the or buttons on the CR102 remote. On the OSD a star (*") is shown before the category name to show you are scrolling through channels only in the current category. Press OK to select the currently displayed channel to listen to it otherwise the display times out and returns to the currently playing channel information.

Locking Channels

The Sirius module in the AVR600 has a parental lockout feature which allows you to assign a 4-digit code to any channels you do not wish to be generally available to users.

Channels can be locked out individually by pressing and holding the MODE key. 'Lock?' also appears on the lower line of the On Screen Display. Pressing OK confirms and applies the parental lock to the channel and the display returns to the channel name.

If a locked channel is selected, the audio will be muted and the user prompted on the display to enter the unlocking code. Unlock code :_____ is displayed.

The default unlock code is 0000.

If the code is entered correctly the audio for this channel unmutes. If the code is not entered correctly, the previously played channel is re-selected.

To remove the parental lock from one of the locked channels (so that the unlocking code is no longer required to listen to them), navigate to the channel, select it and enter the unlocking code to unmute the channel. Press and hold the MODE key until the display shows 'Unlock?' Press OK to remove the lock from the channel.

To change your locking code, in TUN device mode on the remote, press and hold the key.

NOTE

The locking code is reset to 0000 if a factory reset of the AVR600 is performed.

Sirius errors

If an invalid channel is selected, the AVR600 displays 'INVALID CHANNEL' and the channel reverts to the previous valid channel.

If there is a loss of signal, the AVR600 displays 'ACQUIRING SIGNAL'.

If the antenna is disconnected, the AVR600 displays 'ANTENNA ERROR'.

During the channel map update, the message 'Updating channels - xxx' is displayed. Note that audio is muted until the update is complete. When complete, the AVR600 retunes to the original channel and restores the audio.

network/usb operation

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The AVR600 and AV888 are fitted with a network audio client which is capable of playing internet radio stations as well as stored music on a network storage device such as a PC, or from a USB flash drive. The network audio client is an optional extra for the AVR500, please contact your dealer for upgrade information.

For information on installing the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 on your network, see page 22.

The unit supports the following file formats:

MP3
WMA (Windows Media Audio)
WAV
FLAC (Free Lossless Audio CODEC)
MPEG-4 AAC (iTunes) with DRM10 support
Ogg Vorbis

Favourites

You can store tracks or radio stations in your 'favourites' folder for easy access later. Once playing, pressing the FAV+ key adds the track to the 'favourites' folder. Pressing FAV- removes the track from the 'favourites' folder (this key only has an effect if the track is in the favourites folder).

Selecting the playback source

Selecting the network client will allow playback of internet radio stations and stored music on a networked storage device or USB memory device.

To select the network source the CR102 remote must first be in AMP device mode (press ). Then press
+ on the remote to select the Network source. You can also cycle to it using the -INPUT / INPUT+ keys on the front panel.

The 'home' page will display all available storage devices, as well as your 'favourites' folder. Navigate through these devices using the , , and keys. Folders that may contain playable files have a symbol, playable files have a symbol. Once you reach the track you wish to play, press OK.

Once playing, pressing OK again or II will pause the track.

Pressing the key skips forward one track. If the last track is reached the key is ignored.

Pressing the key skips back one track. If the first track is reached, the key is ignored.

Pressing and holding the OK or key for two seconds stops playback.

The key exits any navigation pages and shows the "Now Playing" screen.

Pressing the RND key on the remote plays the tracks in the current folder in a random order.

Pressing the key on the remote repeats the current track, pressing it again repeats all the files in the current folder, pressing it again cancels the repeat function.

NOTE

For playback from a network device, the network device needs to running a universal plug and play (uPnP) service, such as Windows Media Player 11. This can be downloaded free of charge from www.microsoft.com or installed via the Windows update installer. Windows Vista™ has this functionality built in.

Other free and paid-for uPnP services are available for other computer operating systems. Some network attached storage (NAS) systems include a built-in version of a uPnP service.

USB playback

Insert a USB device into the socket on the rear panel and select select the network client input. The USB device appears in the list of folders that can be navigated. Navigate to the music file and press the OK key.

Internet radio stations

Although you can manually enter the URL of an internet radio station, the unit uses the vTuner service to allow easy browsing of internet radio stations and podcasts. To set up this service for your AVR500, AVR600 or AV888, please visit www.arcamradio.co.uk

There, you will be asked to enter the Media Access Controller (MAC) address which is the unique ID of your AVR500/AVR600/AV888. This MAC address can be found in the network section of the setup menu.

Once you have entered the MAC address, you can then browse stations and podcasts and set up groups of favourite stations. When you next connect your unit to the internet, these groups will appear in the selection list.

Pressing the INFO key will cycle what is shown on the lower right portion of the front panel display between:

Elapsed Time (default)
Processing mode
■ Album (if available)
Artist (if available)
File information (bitrate, type).

iPod

It is possible to connect an iPod to your AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 using either the Arcam rLead or rDock accessories (please contact your dealer).

Connect the 9-way plug into the socket marked 'rLead/rDock' and the audio leads to the AV input. If your iPod has video output and you are using the rDock, connect the composite and S-Video leads to the AV video inputs.

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To select the iPod input, press the (iPod) key on the remote while in AMP Device Mode, or cycle to it using the -INPUT/INPUT + keys on the front panel.

external amplifiers

Analogue pre-amplifier outputs (AVR600/AV888 only)

All pre-amplifier analogue outputs are buffered, have a low output impedance and are at line level. They are able to drive long cables or several inputs in parallel if required.

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R,L,C

Connect these to the equivalent (Right, Left and Centre) front channels of your power amplifier.

SW1

Main subwoofer output. Connect this to the input of your active subwoofer, if present.

SW2, SW3

Subwoofer 2 and Subwoofer 3 auxiliary outputs. These are equivalent to SW1 but they allow the use of multiple subwoofoers.

SR, SL

Surround Right and Surround Left outputs. Connect these to the Surround Right and Left power amplifier inputs.

SBR, SBL

Surround Back Right and Surround Back Left outputs (only used in 6.1 and 7.1 channel systems). Connect these to the Surround Back Right and Surround Back Left power amplifier inputs.

For 6.1 channel speaker configurations, connect the single Surround Back power amplifier to the SBL output.

AV888

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XLR balanced line outputs - AV888 only

The AV888 processor provides XLR connectors for each of seven channels, to an XLR-equipped amplifier (e.g. the Arcam P777). Three XLR subwoofer outputs are provided in addition.

RIGHT,LEFT,CENTRE

Connect these to the equivalent (Right, Left and Centre) front channels of your power amplifier.

SW1

Main subwoofer output. Connect this to the input of your active subwoofer, if present.

SW2, SW3

Subwoofer 2 and Subwoofer 3 auxiliary outputs. These are equivalent to SW1 but they allow the use of multiple subwoofoers.

SR, SL

Surround Right and Surround Left outputs. Connect these to the Surround Right and Left power amplifier inputs.

SBR, SBL

Surround Back Right and Surround Back Left outputs (only used in 6.1 and 7.1 channel systems). Connect these to the Surround Back Right and Surround Back Left power amplifier inputs.

For 6.1 channel speaker configurations, connect the single Surround Back power amplifier to the SBL output.

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The AVR500, AVR600 and AV888 allow independent routing and control of analogue audio, Composite and S-Video to a separate set of equipment, typically used for a second living space, e.g., bedroom or lounge. The AVR600 and AV888 also allow a copy of the Zone 2 analogue audio to be routed to and controlled in a third living space, Zone 3.

The connection guide on the facing page shows how the AVR600 or AV888 is normally connected in a multi-room installation.

Zone 2

Zone 2 receives only signals obtained by the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 from the analogue audio, Composite and S-Video inputs. The analogue inputs are required because there is no analogue-to-digital, digital-to-analogue or DSP processing available for Zone 2 signals - the unit only converts video formats for Zone 1.

For this reason, we recommend that in addition to any digital connections, the Composite and/or S-Video outputs from your source devices are connected to the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888.

Video outputs

The Z2 S-Video and/or Composite output connectors of the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 should be connected to the analogue video inputs (usually labelled S-VIDEO IN or COMPOSITEVIDEO IN) of the display device in Zone 2.

If you wish to make an HDMI connection to Zone 2, you must accept the limitations of the AVR500/AVR600/ AV888 video processing system.

HDMI OUT 1 and OUT 2 both carry the same signals (as there is only one video processing engine) and are primarily intended for use in Zone 1. Full HDMI video functionality in Zone 2 can only be achieved if Zone 1 is not being used at the same time.

If Zone 1 is being used at the same time as Zone 2, Zone 2 must follow the Zone 1 source selection if you wish to receive HDMI signals in Zone 2. Zone 2 must also be the same video resolution as Zone 1. If you wish to watch a different source in Zone 2 than is currently showing over HDMI in Zone 1, Zone 2 will be forced to use the analogue video connections into and out of the AVR500/AVR600/AV888.

Due to the complications of using HDMI in Zone 2 we recommend the use of analogue video connections instead, particularly as it is not possible to apply audio lip sync to Zone 2 audio to compensate for video processing delays.

Audio outputs

The Z2 OUT, R and L phono sockets should be connected to the analogue audio inputs (Usually labelled ANALOGUE AUDIO IN) of the Zone 2 display device, or to the inputs of an additional stereo power amplifier in Zone 2 (for example, the Arcam P38).

Zone 3 (AVR600/AV888 only)

A line-level signal from the stereo analogue audio is available for Zone 3. This is a copy of the Zone 2 audio signal, but has its own independent volume control.

Audio outputs

The Z3 OUT, R and L phono sockets should be connected to the inputs of an additional stereo power amplifier in Zone 3 (for example, the Arcam P38).

Zone 2 and 3 control outputs

The AVR500, AVR600 and AV888 also allow remote control from remote zones.

Z2 IR and Z3 IR

This allows the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 to be controlled remotely from Zone 2 (or Zone 3) via Infrared remote control. Connect a remote IR receiver in Zone 2 (or Zone 3) to allow control of the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 from these listening/viewing areas.

For more information on remote IR receivers, see "Z1 IR" on page 17.

TRIG Z2 and TRIG Z3

This allows the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 to remotely switch on devices in Zone 2 (or 3) when the appropriate Zone is selected. For example you could set your television in Zone 2 to switch on when 'Zone 2' is selected on AVR500/AVR600/AV888.

For more information on triggers, see 'Trigger connectors' on page 17. Please note that not all AV devices have this feature, nor are triggers essential for listening and viewing in a separate zone.

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Multi-room connection guide

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Code Learning

The CR102 comes with a complete library of preprogrammed codes. After you have set up the CR102 for your device, you may find that there are one or more functions on your original remote which do not have a place on the CR102 keypad. For convenience, the CR102 offers a Code Learning feature that allows you to copy up to 16 functions from an original remote control onto the CR102 keypad.

Before you start, make sure that:

The original remote control is working correctly.
The remotes are not pointing at your device.
The remotes have new batteries.
The remotes are not in direct sunlight or under strong fluorescent lights.

Learned functions are mode-dependent: You could theoretically assign up to eight different functions to a single key (the CR102 can handle a total of 16 learned functions).

Example: To copy the 'text hold' function from a TV remote onto the key of your CR102

  1. Place both remotes on a flat surface, 2 to 5cm apart, with the IR ports facing each other.
  2. On the CR102, press and hold (SHFT) until the power LED blinks twice:

  3. Press ⑨ ⑦ ⑤ . The power LED blinks twice:

  4. On the CR102, press the device key that matches the 'source' device (e.g. if you're learning a TV function, press AV).
  5. On the CR102, press the key to which you want to assign the learned function (e.g. ). The device key blinks rapidly.
  6. On the original remote, press and hold the function key that you want to learn (e.g. TEXT HOLD) until the CR102 device key blinks twice:
  7. If you want to learn other functions from the same source device, simply repeat steps 5 and 6 pressing the next key you want to learn.
  8. To exit Code Learning mode, press and hold until the device key blinks twice:

  9. To use the learned function on the CR102, press the Device Mode key, followed by the function key. In this example, you'd press

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followed by

Shifted Learning

You can assign a learned function to a CR102 key without sacrificing its original function.

You can assign Shifted Learning functions to any key except for: Device Mode keys (e.g. AV), SHIFT, or number keys (0 to 9).

  1. To assign a Shifted Learning function, simply follow Code Learning steps in the previous section. During step 5, press (SHIFT) once before you press the key to which you want to assign the learned function.
  2. To access the shifted function, press SHIFT and then the target key.

Important notes

Once you start a Code Learning session, you have approximately 10 seconds to conduct each step. Any longer, and a timeout means that you'll have to start the process again.
The Learning feature is mode-specific - you can copy one feature per mode onto a key.
The CR102 can learn approximately 16 functions in total.
To replace a learned function, simply assign a new one to the same key.
- Learned functions are retained when you change batteries.
If Code Learning fails, try altering the distance between the two remotes; make sure that the light in the area is not too bright.

To delete a learned function

  1. Press and hold until the power LED blinks twice:
  2. Press ⑨ ⑦ ⑥ . The power LED blinks twice:
  3. Press a Device Mode key once. For example, if you want to delete one of your learned TV functions, press AV
  4. Press twice on the key you want to deassign. The handset blinks twice: _^ to confirm.

The original function of the CR102 is restored.

To delete a Shifted Learned function:

To delete a Shifted Learned function, press SHIFT before you press the key to be deassigned (during step 4 above).

To delete ALL learned functions within a given Device Mode

  1. Press and hold (Shift) until the power LED blinks twice:
  2. Press ⑨ ⑦ ⑥ - the power LED blinks twice:
  3. Press the appropriate Device Mode key twice.

Creating Macros

You can program your CR102 to issue a sequence of commands when you press a single key. Any sequence of commands you regularly use can be reduced to a single key press for your convenience.

For example, you might want to turn off your TV, VCR and Satellite at the same time.

A key programmed with a Macro is available in all modes; it will replace that key's different functions for all modes.

A Macro can consist of up to eight key presses.

Example: To assign a Macro to the key

  1. Press and hold (SHIFT) until the power LED blinks twice:

  2. Press⑨⑨⑤.

  3. Press (SRCH) (the Macro will be assigned to this key).

  4. Press a, , VCR, , SAT, . (These are the Macro steps you wish to record.)

  5. To store the Macro, press and hold shift until the power LED blinks twice:

Now, whenever you press (SRCH), the CR102 will toggle the power to your TV, VCR and Satellite.

The important word here is 'toggle'. For example, if the TV and Satellite devices are currently on, but the VCR is off, pressing switch off the TV and Satellite and switch on the VCR (rather than switching all three devices on or off).
- When using Macros, remember that you may need to change mode or use (SHIFT), and that each key press (including changing modes and pressing (SHIFT) counts as one of the Macro steps. You cannot use a Macro key within another Macro.
If the amount of memory storage for a particular Macro is exceeded, the power LED comes on for five seconds. You can, however, save the macro steps up to that point by pressing SHIFT, or you can cancel the Macro recording by pressing any other key.
The delay between key presses is recorded as part of the Macro. A delay of up to 30 seconds is permitted.

Example: To deassign the Macro associated with the SCH key

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  1. Press and hold (Shift) until the power LED blinks twice:
  2. Press⑨⑨⑤
  3. Press (SCH).
  4. Press and hold (SHIFT) until the power LED blinks twice:

Volume punch-through

Volume punch-through means that, no matter which Device Mode is selected, the CR102 controls the AVR500, AVR600 or AV888 volume. You don't need to press on your CR102; this feature is switched on by default.

There are times, however, when you might want to control a device's volume directly when in a specific Device Mode.

Example: To cancel volume punch-through for a TV (AV mode)

  1. Press AV once.
  2. Press and hold until the power LED blinks twice:
  3. Press⑨⑨③.
  4. Press . The power LED blinks four times.

Now, while in TV (AV) mode, you will be able to control the volume or mute functions of your TV directly.

To completely cancel all volume punchthrough settings

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  1. Press and hold until the power LED blinks twice:
  2. Press ⑨ ⑨ ③.
  3. Press + . The power LED blinks four times

Now, whichever mode you're in, you will have direct access to that device's volume or mute functions, assuming they are available. You would need to switch to AMP mode to alter the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 volume.

Example: To restore default volume punchthrough settings to all Device Modes

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  1. Press and hold until the power LED blinks twice:
  2. Press ⑨ ⑨ ③.
  3. Press . The power key LED blinks twice:

Key Mover

Sometimes you might find that a key you use a lot for your system is in the 'wrong' place on the CR102 keypad for your comfort. It's quite easy to reassign a favourite function to a more accessible key. It is even possible to move a function from one Device Mode to another Device Mode.

Example: To assign the DISP function to the MENU key in SAT mode

  1. Press (SAT).
  2. Press and hold until the power LED blinks twice:
  3. Press ⑨ ⑨ ④.
  4. Press the key you want to move (e.g. P )
  5. Press the key you want to move the key to (e.g. MEN ). Now, pressing either DISP or MEN while in SAT Device Mode makes the CR102 transmit the DISP function.

To completely swap over the functionality of the two keys to put the MENU functionality on the DISP key, repeat the above process again, but swap over the DISP and MENU key presses in the example.

Note that the function that is copied over to the new key is always the original function of the old key.

Restore a moved key

To restore a key to its previous function, repeat the example above, pressing the key to be restored twice (copy it back to itself).

Restore all moved keys for a Device Mode

To restore all keys in a Device Mode to their original functional positions, repeat the example above, but press the relevant Device Mode key (e.g. M P ) at points 1,4 and 5 in the example.

Copy a key between Device Modes

It is possible to copy functions between Device Modes. However, remember that button functions are Device Mode specific and therefore effectively 'punch-through' to the original Device Mode when copied over.

The following example copies the AVR500/AVR600/ AV888 DIRECT function from the CR102 AMP device mode to the shifted function of the button on AV Device Mode.

  1. Press and hold (SHIFT) until the power LED blinks twice:
  2. Press⑨⑨④.
  3. Press the Device Mode key of the function you want to move (e.g. AMP).
  4. Press the function key you want to move (e.g., DIRECT)
  5. Press the key of the Device Mode you want to copy the function to (e.g. )
  6. Press the SHIFT button graphic
  7. Press the key you want to copy the function to (e.g.

If you prefer to copy the key to the main function of the button instead of the 'shifted' function, omit point 6 in the above example.

Mode Mover

If your home entertainment setup contains devices of the same type (e.g. two TVs, perhaps from different manufacturers) you can still control both those devices with the CR102. You simply need to reassign an unused Device Mode key.

NOTE

Before using Mode Mover, make sure both the source and destination Device Mode keys are unlocked (see next section).

Example: To use the SAT key to control a second TV

  1. Press and hold until the power LED blinks twice:

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  1. Press ⑨ ⑨ ②

  2. Press the Device Mode key for the type of device you want to control (e.g. for a TV, press ()

  3. Press the Device Mode key you want to use (e.g. SAT).
  4. Don't forget to set up the CR102 to control the second device, using one of the methods on page 25.

Note that volume punch-through is not applied to a Device Mode that has been copied using Mode Mover. However, volume punch-through functionality can be restored when you have used Mode Mover, by copying -,+ and \& from the AMP Device Mode to the same physical buttons on the new moved Device Mode using the last example shown in Key Mover.

To restore a moved Device Mode key to its original state

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  1. Press and hold (Shift) until the power LED blinks twice:
  2. Press⑨⑨②
  3. Press the Device Mode key you want to restore twice.

Locking/Unlocking a specific Device Mode

When you first unpack your CR102 and insert the batteries, for your convenience it is able to control certain Arcam components automatically (e.g. DVD players, Amplifiers, Tuners and CD Players). We achieve this by preprogramming specific Arcam device codes onto the relevant Device Mode keys, then locking the Device Modes so you don't reprogram them inadvertently.

If you want to override these locked default settings - to control a third-party DVD player, for example - you will first need to unlock DVD Mode before setting up the CR102 using one of the methods described at the start of this guide.

Here are the factory default settings:

Device ModeDefault statusDefault Arcam codes
DVDLocked0762
SATUnlocked1205
AVUnlocked0586
TUNLocked2009
AMPLocked1242
PVRUnlocked1930
VCRUnlocked0111
CDLocked2010

Alternative codes are available for multi-room solutions, or in the case of code clashes with other manufacturer's products.

For example:

DVD (system code 12) 1655

AMP (system code 19) 1954

You will need to change the system code on the product you wish to control, as well as the CR102.

NOTE

The AMP Device Mode can only be used to control Arcam amplifiers like the AVR500, AVR600 and AV888, either on its default or alternative IR system codes.

To toggle a Device Mode lock setting:

  1. Press the Device Mode key you want to unlock (e.g. DVD)
  2. Press and hold (SHIFT) until the power LED blinks twice:
  3. Press⑨⑧②.
    The power LED blinks twice when being locked, and blinks four times when being unlocked.
    If you enter an invalid key sequence, the power LED gives one long blink and returns to normal operation.

While the Device Mode key is locked, the Direct Code Setup and Move Mode functions are not available.

Mode key IR punch-through

The Mode key IR punch-through default is 'on'.

Example: To set the Mode key IR punchthrough to AMP

  1. Press and hold until the power LED blinks twice:
  2. Press ⑨ ⑦ ① . The power LED blinks twice:
  3. Press to punch through IR from it.

Now, whenever you press and release a Mode key, the IR data assigned to AMP is transmitted, no matter what the current mode is (i.e. it 'punches through' any other device).

To cancel Mode key IR punch-through

  1. Press and hold shift until the power LED blinks twice:
  2. Press ⑨ ⑦ ① . The power LED blinks twice:
  3. Press until the power LED blinks twice:

Resetting the CR102

Resetting the CR102 will erase all learned functions across all modes, as well as some other programmed functions like Macros. It will not reset the Device Mode keys; these will remain programmed to your choice of component.

  1. Press and hold until the power LED blinks twice:
  2. Press ⑨ ⑧ ① . The power LED blinks four times:
  3. Press and hold until the power LED blinks twice:
  4. Press ⑨ ⑨ ③.
  5. Press . The power key LED blinks twice:
  6. Press and hold (SHIFT) until the power LED blinks twice:
  7. Press ⑨ ⑦ ① . The power LED blinks twice:
  8. Press . The power key LED blinks twice:

Command summary

Direct code setup

(e.g. AV mode, NNNN=code number)

AV SHHT NNNN

(e.g. AV mode)
AV SHIFT 9 ⑨ 1 ① until unit turns off
Shift to save

AV 9 ⑨ 0

① count blinks for first N
② count blinks for second N
③ count blinks for third N
count blinks for fourth N

Code learning

(e.g. AV mode fast forward key)

SHF 975 AV (many rapid blinks)

(Press key on original remote that you wish to copy)

SHIFT

Delete a learned function

(e.g. AV mode fast forward key)

SHF ⑨⑦⑤ AN

Delete all learned functions with a device

(e.g. AV mode)

SHF ⑨⑦5AVAV

Creating macros

(e.g. SRCH key)

SHIFT 9 95 SRCH AV VCR SAT SHFT

Deassign macro

SHIFT ⑨ ⑨ ⑤ ⑤ ⑤ ⑤

Key mover

(e.g. SAT mode, DISP key to MENU key)

SATSHIFT ⑨⑨④ DISPMENU

Mode mover

(e.g. change SAT to TV(AV))

SHF ⑨②AV SAT

Restore device mode

(e.g. restore SAT)

SHF ⑨⑨② SAT

Locking/unlocking a mode

(e.g. DVD mode)

DVID SHIFT ⑨⑧②

(i.e. two blinks for lock)

DWD SHIFT ⑨⑧②

(i.e. four blinks for unlock)

Cancel all volume punch-through

SHIF ⑨③+

Restore volume punch-through

SHIFT ⑨③

Mode key IR punch-through

SHIF ⑨⑦① AMP

Cancel mode key IR punch-through

SHIFT ⑨ ⑦ ①

NOTE

As elsewhere in this Handbook, a single 'blink' of the red LED behind the power button is indicated by the symbol .

Device codes

The tables that begin on page 64 (in the final section of this Handbook) list the four-figure codes for different manufacturers' devices.

Use these when setting your CR102 up to control your devices, as described in Method 1 (see page 30).

If more than one code number is listed, try the first number. If the results are unsatisfactory, continue trying the numbers for that manufacturer to get the best 'fit' with the functionality required.

If the manufacturer of your equipment is not listed, you can try Method 2, the Library Search (see page 30). This allows you to scan through every set of codes contained in the CR102's memory.

trouble-shooting

ProblemCheck that...
There are no lights on the unit■ the power cord is plugged into the unit and the mains socket it is plugged into is switched on. ■ the power button is pressed in. If a red LED is present, the unit is in standby mode. Press any button on the front panel or remote control.
The unit responds erratically or not at all to the remote control■ there are fresh batteries in the remote control. ■ the front panel window is visible and you are pointing the remote control towards it.
The front panel display is blank■ the display hasn't been turned off. Press the DISPLAY button on the front panel or remote control.
No picture is being produced■ your viewing device is turned on and switched to display your AVR500/ AVR600/AV888. Test by pressing the MENU button on the AVR500/AVR600/ AV888 or on the remote and look for the main menu screen on your display device. ■ the correct video input is selected on the AVR500/AVR600/AV888. ■ the video source is on, is operating normally, and is in 'play' mode if appropriate. ■ you have the AVR500/AVR600/AV888 in a video resolution that is compatible with the connection you are using and with your display device. For example, composite video is only capable of carrying 480i and 576i resolutions. Test this by pressing and holding the OK key for more than two seconds to force 480i / 576i output resolutions.
There are bright edges or 'ghosts' on the picture■ the cables used for analogue video connections are designed to carry video (i.e., they are 75Ω coaxial cables). ■ ensure the 'sharpness' control on your display device is switched off or set to near minimum. ■ for HDMI connections, try using a shorter cable or alternatively a different brand.
No sound is produced■ the correct input has been selected. ■ the source equipment is on, is operating normally and is in 'play' mode if appropriate. ■ the volume is turned up to a reasonable level and the unit is not in mute mode.
The sound is poor or distorted■ you have not excessively increased the input sensitivity (i.e. reduced the maximum input signal voltage) in the Input Config. menu if an analogue input is being used. ■ you have selected the correct size of speakers to suit your system in the setup menu.
Sound only comes from some of the speakers■ you have an appropriate surround source selected and playing. ■ the DVD disc is encoded in the appropriate format, and the correct format has been selected in the disc start menu of the DVD player (if applicable). ■ the DVD player has been set to output 'bitstream' audio on the digital output. ■ the display window indicates that the disc you are playing is a multichannel recording (you may need to press the INFO key several times until you get to the 'incoming format' display). ■ all the speakers are correctly connected to the speaker terminals and are secure. ■ you have not selected 'Stereo' as the decoding mode. ■ your speaker balance is correct. ■ you have configured the unit to include all the speakers in your system.
Unable to select Dolby Digital or DTS decoding modesThe AVR500/AVR600/AV888 can only apply Dolby Digital and DTS decoding to sources which have been encoded in the same format. Check that: ■ digital source is selected and connected. ■ the source is playing appropriately encoded material. ■ the DVD disc is encoded in the appropriate format and that the correct format has been selected in the disc start menu of the DVD player (if applicable). ■ the DVD player has been set to output 'bitstream' audio on the digital output (not PCM).
When playing a Dolby Digital DVD, the AVR600 selects Dolby Pro Logic■ you have a digital connection from your DVD player. ■ sometimes Dolby Digital DVD discs contain material at either the beginning or the end of the main movie that is not in full 5.1 format, but in two-channel or Pro Logic decoding.
Hum on the analogue input■ all cables are making a good connection. If necessary withdraw the cable from the connector and plug it fully in again (turn the power off before doing this). ■ the connections inside the source cable connector are not broken or badly soldered. ■ if the hum originates only when one particular source component is connected, that an aerial cable, or dish connection to this source is ground isolated. Contact your installation contractor.
There is radio or television reception interference■ where the interference is coming from. Switch off each source component in turn, then any other equipment. Most electronic equipment does generate low levels of interference. ■ try re-arranging cabling from the nuisance source away from other cabling. ■ ensure that the cabling used is high quality, specified for its purpose, and is properly screened. ■ if the problem persists, contact your dealer.
ProblemCheck that...
The source switching changes randomly or freezes on one source■ there are no static or impulse interference problems caused by nearby power equipment switching, e.g., heating or air conditioning control. Switch the unit off, wait ten seconds, then switch it on again to clear an operating problem. Contact your installer if the problem returns or persists. ■ there is no direct sunlight shining on the infra-red detector behind the front panel display.
Volume is always too loud when I turn on■ the ‘max on volume’ setting is not set too high.
When Zone 2 or 3 is put into standby, the main zone is also switched off■ the ‘zone standby’ setting in the setup menu is set to LOCAL.
When a USB memory device is connected, ‘USB’ is not shown in the network client's list of folders■ a USB memory device is connected that conforms to the mass storage class. ■ a USB hub is not being used.
If files on a USB memory device cannot be played:■ the USB device is formatted in FAT16 or FAT32. ■ the USB device does not have multiple partitions. ■ the files are in a compatible format.
If files on a computer cannot be played■ the files are in a compatible format. ■ the computer is connected via a network and not USB – the AVR500/ AVR600/AV888 USB port cannot be used for a direct connection to a computer
If you cannot connect to a wired network■ the Ethernet cable you are using is correctly connected between the AVR500/ AVR600/AV888 and the network hardware. ■ the network is set up for fixed IP addressing and you have the AVR500/ AVR600/AV888 set to use DHCP. ■ the network is set up for DHCP and you have the AVR500/ AVR600/AV888 set to use fixed IP addressing.
If you cannot connect to a favourite internet radio station■ the station is still broadcasting or is not congested – try again later.
If the internet radio station sound quality is poor or broken■ the radio station does not have a low bit rate (use the INFO key to find this or look on the OSD). ■ the network is not slow or congested.

specifications

Continuous power output (20Hz-20kHz at 0.05% THD), per channel (AVR600)
2 channels driven150W
All channels driven120W
THD at full rated power<0.2%
Residual noise & hum<0.25mV unweighted 20Hz - 22kHz
Continuous power output (20Hz-20kHz at 0.05% THD), per channel (AVR500)
2 channels driven120W
All channels driven100W
THD at full rated power<0.2%
Residual noise & hum
Inputs
Phono input:
Input sensitivity at 1kHz5mV
Input impedance47kΩ
Signal/noise ratio (CCIR, 65W)88dB
Overload margin31dB
Line inputs:
Nominal sensitivity500mV-4V (user adjustable)
Input impedance47kΩ
Signal/noise ratio (CCIR, 65W)100dB
Preamplifier outputs
Max output level6V RMS
Output impedance<50Ω
THD+N (20Hz-20kHz)-100dB
Video inputs
Component video signal/noise85dB
Composite video signal/noise70dB
Headphone output
Maximum output level into 600Ω4V p-p
Output impedance<5Ω
General
Mains voltage110-120V or 220-240V
Power consumption (maximum)
AVR500/AVR6001.5kVA (Thermal dissipation approx. 2300 BTU/hour)
AV888120VA (Thermal dissipation approx. 410BTU/hour)
Power consumption (idle, typical)120VA (Thermal dissipation approx. 410 BTU/hour)
Power consumption (standby)3VA
Dimensions W x D x H (including feet)432 x 450 x 180mm
Weight (net)
AVR50023.0kg
AVR60025.0kg
AV88812.0kg
Weight (packed)
AVR50028.0kg
AVR60030.0kg
AV88817.0kg
Supplied accessoriesMains lead CR102 remote control 4 x AAA batteries Manual HDMI lead support bar DAB aerial (if DAB module fitted) FM aerial (if AM/FM fitted) AM loop aerial (if AM/FM fitted) Calibration microphone

E&OE
NOTE: All specification values are typical unless otherwise stated.

Continual improvement policy

Arcam has a policy of continual improvement for its products. This means that designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

ARCAM AVR500 - Continual improvement policy - 1

Worldwide Guarantee

This entitles you to have the unit repaired free of charge, during the first three years after purchase, at any authorised Arcam distributor provided that it was originally purchased from an authorised Arcam dealer or distributor. The manufacturer can take no responsibility for defects arising from accident, misuse, abuse, wear and tear, neglect or through unauthorized adjustment and/or repair, neither can they accept responsibility for damage or loss occurring during transit to or from the person claiming under the guarantee.

The warranty covers:

Parts and labour costs for three years from the purchase date. After three years you must pay for both parts and labour costs. The warranty does not cover transportation costs at any time.

Claims under guarantee

This equipment should be packed in the original packing and returned to the dealer from whom it was purchased, or failing this, directly to the Arcam distributor in the country of residence.

It should be sent carriage prepaid by a reputable carrier – not by post. No responsibility can be accepted for the unit whilst in transit to the dealer or distributor and customers are therefore advised to insure the unit against loss or damage whilst in transit.

For further details contact Arcam at:

Arcam Customer Support Department,

Pembroke Avenue, Waterbeach, CAMBRIDGE, CB25 9QR, England

or via www.arcam.co.uk.

Problems?

If your Arcam dealer is unable to answer any query regarding this or any other Arcam product please contact Arcam Customer Support at the above address and we will do our best to help you.

On-line registration

You can register your product on-line at www.arcam.co.uk.

Correct disposal of this product

ARCAM AVR500 - Correct disposal of this product - 1

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household waste throughout the EU.

To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal and to

conserve material resources, this product should be recycled responsibly.

To dispose of your product, please use your local return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased.

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Nordic0247
Nordmende013907440921
037305900225
006705860365
019312891278
Norfolk0193
Normerel00670586
Novak00670586
Novatronic006701350404
0586
NU-TEC04850728
Nurnberg0193
Oceanic0193 05780238 05100503
Odeon0294
Okano0400 02940067 00390586
Olidata1406
Omega0294
Omni081009210728
Onwa06320463
Opera00670586
Optimus0680
Optonica0123
Orbit00670586
Orion0067 07440473 00390586 0294
0444 09100586 1226
Orline00670586
Ormond069810670067
0586
Osaki024702940067
04040586
Osio00670586
Osume00670586
Otto Versand153500670247
037301230542
058602250139
02560039
Pacific006705861167
074410670473
Pael0246
Palladium040000670448
074411671535
023005860357
01930247
Palsonic029408030067
024704070728
058604480808
1226
Panama003902470294
024600670586
Panasonic068002560138
134000670586
019302380538
092605780883
02080090
Panavision00670586
Panda003908100238
025602940736
092105380728
Papouw00670586
Pathe Cinema019302460400
Pathe Marconi0139
Pausa0039
Peng Sheng0921
Penney02080090
Perdio019300670246
0586
Perfekt00670586
Philco006701040448
058601930400
05110208
Philex0193
Philharmonic0247
Philips006705860373
020801380404
080200390230
Phocus13190744
Phoenix006705860400
051601930246
Phonola006705860246
Pilot058600670742
0736
Pioneer0790 0067 0139
0200 0193 0586
1290 0400 0373
0516 0542
Pionier0400 0516
Plantron0067 0586 0294
0039
Playsonic0744 0067 0247
0745
Polaroid0895
Policom0139 0193 0100
0104
Poppy0039
Portland0404 1939
Powerpoint0517 0067 0586
0728
Precision0247
Premier0039 0294
President0890
Prima0039 0294 1299
Princess0728
Prinston1067
Profex0039 0193
Profi0039
Profitronic0067 0586
Proline0067 0586 0655
0664 1406
Prosonic0067 0586 0400
0404 0698 0744
0246 0247
Protech0039 0067 0586
0247 0294 0448
0698 0193 0516
1067
Proton0208 0039 0674
Provision0529 0067 0586
1067 0744
PVision1221 0906
Pye0067 0586 0404
Pymi0039
Qingdao0238 0256 0294
Quasar0680 0895 0039
Quelle0067 1535 0100
0104 0139 0542
0247 0357 0135
0698 0586 0225
0230 0294 1067
0376 0039
R-Line0067 0586 0193
Radialva0139 0193 0067
0586
Radiola0067 0586 0247
Radiomarelli0067 0586
RadioShack0067 0586 0208
Radiotone0039 0067 0586
0400 0448 0698
0294 1067
Rank0100
Rank Arena0632 0783
RBM0100
RCA0090 0648 0123
0655 0208 0590
0365 0373 0783
Realistic0208
Recor0067 0448 0586
Rectiligne0067 0586
Rediffusion0578 0376
Redstar0067 0586
Reflex0067 0586 1067
0698
Relisys0895 0906 0907
1328
Reoc0744 0664 1939
Revox0067 0586 0400
Rex0193 0294
RFT0400 0294 0067
0586 0516
Rhapsody0246
Ricoh0067 0586
Rinex0803 0448
Roadstar0039 1067 0294
0448 0067 0586
0744 0698 1219
Rodex0067 0586
Rover0907
Rowa0067 0294 0728
0039 0247 0742
0246 0617 0586
Royal Lux0400 0365
Rukopir0586 0067
Saba0139 0655 0193
0590 0365 0373
0578 0680 0744
Sagem0640 0485 0860
1343 0648
Saige0039
Saisho0039 0294 0247
0193
Saivod0067 0586 1193
0698 0742 1067
Sakai0193
Sakyno0485
Salora0193 0578 0238
0510
Salsa0365
Sampo1785 0039 0123
0208 0680
Samsung0090 0648 0674
0512 0617 0796
0067 0208 0586
1279 0039 0123
1265 0247 0400
0294 0246 0238
0193 0256 0655
Sandra0246 0247
Sanjian0294
Sansui0067 0759 0586
0736 0632 0485
0783 1401
Santon0039
Sanyo0238 1238 0400
0246 0247 0039
0538 0193 0067
0138 0586 0516
0200
Sanyuan0039 0123
Save0067 0586
SBR0067 0586
Schaub Lorenz0578 0744 0636
0516 0404 1221
Schneider0067 1167 0586
0698 0424 0382
0373 0247 1067
0193 0744 1939
0100
Scotch0208
Scotland0193
Scott1219 0208
Sears0208
Seaway0664
Seelver0586 1067 0067
SEG0067 0247 0586
0294 1067 0698
0517 0039 0193
0664 0246 1193
1939 0744
SEI1535 0193 0067
0586
Sei-Sinudyne1535 0067 0586
Seitech1247
Seleco019302940376
Sencora0039
Sentra00650039
Serie Dorada0208
Serino064004850246
0123
Shancha0294
Shanghai003902380256
0294
Sharp012300391223
142306830680
023007901193
Shen Ying0039
Shencai00390294
Sheng Chai0039
Sheng Chia00390123
Shenyang003902940783
Sherwood0039
Shintoshi00670586
Shivaki006705860473
04040208
Show04480039
Siam00670586
Siarem0193
Siemens006702250230
03570586
Siera006705860617
Siesta0400
Silva006705860246
04750193
SilverCrest106700670586
Singer003900670586
03650193
Sinotec0803
Sinudyne019315350067
0586
Sky006709100208
0586
SKY Brasil0910
Skymaster0135
Skysonic0783
Skyworth006705860039
029407280783
Sliding08950910
SLX0698
Smaragd0517
Soemtron08951328
Solavox019305780067
0586
Songba0039
Soniko00670586
Sonitron023804000247
Sonneclair00670586
Sonoko003900670586
02940247
Sonolor019302381535
0578
Sontec006705860400
0039
Sony153501041681
068006831781
038300670586
01230200
Sound & Vision040400670586
Sounddesign0208
Soundwave006704480586
0745
Sowa009002560208
Soyea0803
Spectra0039
Ssangyong0039
Staksonic0039
Standard0039 05860067 10670247 0404
Starlite0039 05860193 02940067 0624
Stern01930294
Strato0067 003905860294
Strong1193 00671179 05861067
Stylandia0247
Sunic Line00670586
Sunkai0485 05860640 05170067 0895
Sunstar0067 029405860039
Sunwatt0485
Sunwood006705860039
Superla02460247
SuperScan0123
Supersonic0238 02940586 04850728
SuperTech0039 058602460067
Supra020804040039
Susumu0365
Sutron0039
SVA06170895
Swisstec0910
Sydney02460247
Synco009001230208
Syline00670586
Sytong0246
T+A0477
Tacico02080039
Tai Yi0039
Taishan00390404
Tandberg01390193
Tandy012302470193
Targa1401
Tashiko024706800200
02460193
Tatung003900670586
009002471401
128912781221
TCL07360728
TCM074413190838
Teac003907280067
054202941067
044805860485
074206980247
073619390208
020007441179
1785
TEC024700390365
006705860193
Tech Line006705860698
1193
Tech Lux1219
Technics0680
TechniSat006705860193
Technisson07441319
Technosonic00670586
Techwood1193
Tecnimagen0586
Teco003901230208
02940683
Tedelex024704480636
003907360238
072806170921
00670586
Teiron0039
Teknika0090
Tele System0906
Teleavia01390373
Telecor006705860193
02470424
Telefunken065501040590
013906170365
072803730742
085009260784
006705860516
07440376
Telefusion00670586
Telegazi006701930294
0586
Telemeister00670586
Telesonic00670586
Telestar003900670586
Teletech003900670586
06981067
Teleton02470193
Televideon01930246
Teview00670586
Tempest003900670586
0294
Tennessee00670586
Tensai006705860247
003901350404
040707450193
1067
Tenson0039
Tesla0067
Tevion127813280067
128905860838
069811670744
10671319
Texet024602470404
0039
Thomson013906550590
037303650067
05860246
Thorn006501380067
013901040373
153505290542
058603650404
0100
Thorn-Ferguson013803730139
036505290065
Tiane0123
Tiny12261299
TMK0208
Tobo00390294
Tokai006705860698
019302470404
00391067
Tokaido1067
Tokyo02460065
Tongguang0294
Tongtel08100617
Topline10670698
Toshiba053800900680
153800390065
012317341194
131901001295
074402940247
013902250648
067407280067
1193
Towada0247
Toyoda00390294
Trakton003902940247
Trans Continens069802471067
006705860516
TRANS-continents0895
Transonic006707280586
074204850617
054202940448
0039
Transtec0246
Triad00670586
Trident0247
Tristar0294
Triumph037605860067
TunTEX0039
TVTEXT 950586
Uher006705860404
044805160400
0510
Ultravox040402460193
00670586
Unic Line006705860503
0485
United074400670745
058610670617
Universal074400670586
Universum006703760104
013502250294
050304000522
051002300448
054201000193
058603571535
069802470139
066100391067
020011931179
0648
Univox006705860193
Utax0193
V7 Videoseven178502080910
14061247
Vestel006701930247
058606981067
1193
Vexa003900670586
Victor06830680
Videocon0538
Videologic0246
Videologique02460247
VideoSystem00670586
Videotechnic024602470404
Videoton0193
Vidtech0208
Viewpia0906
ViewSonic1785
Visiola0246
Vision006702940586
0247
Vortec00670586
Voxson019302080067
05860448
Waltham024704480067
058606980139
106701930473
Wards0208
Warumaia04040691
Watson006710671278
128905860193
003906980424
14060357
Watt Radio01930246
Wega00670586
Wegavox003900670586
Weipai0039
Welltech0744
Weltblick006705860247
Westinghouse0920
Weston00670586
Wharfdale006709260586
White006702460586
Westinghouse1939
Windsor06981067
Windy Sam0586
Wintel0744
World-of-Vision0910 1319 12470920 13280895 0907
Worldview0485
X-View1221
Xenius06640691
Xiahua0039 080302940728
Xianghai0039
Xiangyang0294
Xihu0294
Xingfu0039
Xinghai0294
Xingyu0039
XLogic07280890
Xoro12261247
Xrypton00670586
Yamaha06801606
Yamishi048500670586
0247
Yingge0039
Yokan00670586
Yoko0067 058602470294
0246
Yonggu0039
Yousida0039
Yuhang0039
Zanussi0247
Zenith193902081295
Zhuhai00390404
Zonda0728

VCR

Accent0102
Admiral0078
Adventure0030
Adyson0102
Aiko0308
Aim030806720378
Aiwa003003780382
006707721167
0062
Akai006701360345
067203820270
0378
Akashi0102
Akiba0102
Akura0102
Alba030801020382
003003450378
0111
Allorgan0270
Allstar0111
America Action0308
Amstrad003003080102
Anam006702560270
0308
Anitech0102
Ansonic0030
Aristona0111
ASA00670111
Asha0270
Asuka010200670111
0030
Audiosonic0308
Audiovox00670308
AVP03820030
AWA006703080672
0073
Baird013603080134
0030
Basic Line030801020134
Beaumark0270
Beko0134
Bell & Howell0134
Bestar0308
Black Diamond06720308
Black Panther0308
Blaupunkt025615920111
Blue Sky006703780102
038203080030
051006721167
Bondstec0102
Brandt0350
Brinkmann0378
Broksonic0378
Bush010203080345
038200300378
011106720772
Calix0067
Carena0111
Carrefour0075
Carver0111
Casio0030
Cathay0308
CCE01020308
CGE0030
Cimline0102
Cineral0308
CineVision1167
Citizen00670308
Clatronic01020030
Colt0102

Combitech 0382

Condor 0308

Craig 0067 0102 0270

Crown 0067 0308 0102 0510

Cybernex 0270

Cyrus 0111

Daewoo 0308 0672 0667

116700750378

0382 Dollars: $102

Dahsai 0102 0308
Bao 0202

Dantax 0382

Daytron 0308

de Graaf 0072 0196 0111

0134 0078

Decca 0030 0111 0097

0378 0382

Deitron 0308

Denko 0102

Denon 0072

Diamant 0067

Diamond 0308

Digitor 0672

DSE 0672

Dual 0111 0308 0030

0378

Dumont 0030 0111 0134

Durabrand 0672

Dynatech 0030

Elbe 0308

Elcatech 0102

Electrohome 0067

Electrophonic 0067

Elin 0270

Elsay 0102

Elta 0102 0308

Emerex 0062

Emerson 0030 0102 0067

0075 0073 1167

0308

ESC 0308 0270

EuroLine 0378

Ferguson 0350 0030 0308

Fidelity 0030 0102 0270

0462 0382

Finlandia 0134 0111 0072

0196 0030 0078

0067 0073 0136

0256 Total 100

Finlux 0030 0111 0134 0072

0072 Firstline 010203780073

Firstline 00670072

0308 1167

Fisher 0134

Flint 0378

Frontech 0102

Fujitsu 0030

Fujitsu General 0067

Funai 0030

Galaxy 0030

Galaxis 0308

Garrard 0030

GE 0350 0078 0270

GEC 0111

General Electric 0067

General Technic 0378

Genexxa 0134

Go Video 04621167

Goldhand 0102

GoldStar 0067 0510 0030

1167

Goodmans 0030 0102 0270

0308 0067 0111

0378 0667 0382

06/2

GPX 0067

Gradient 0030

Graetz 0134 0270

Granada 013400780111

0270 0067 0256

00/2 0030

Grandin 010200670030

0308

Grundig 0270 0377 0111

0256 0350 0378

0102 0382 0772

Haaz 0378

Hanimex 0382

Hanseatic 0067 0308 0111

Harley Davidson 0030

Harman/Kardon 0111

Harwood 0102

HCM 0102

Hinari 0102 0382 0308

0270

Hisawa 0382

Hischito 0075

Hitachi 0072 0196 0030

0270 0111 0134

Hoher 0308 0672

Hornyphon 0111

Hughes Network 0072

Systems

Hypson 0102 0308 0382

0030 0067 0510

Imperial 0030 0270

Ingersoll 0270

Inno Hit 0270 0308 0102

Interbuy 0067 0102

Interfunk 0111 0134

Internal 0308 0667

International 0308 0067

Intervention 0030 0308 0067

0378

Irradio 0102 0067 0111

1167

ITT 013601340270

ITT Nokia 0078

ITV 0308 0067

JMB 03820378

Joyce 0030

JVC 0097

Kaisui 0102

Kambrook 0067

Karcher 0308

KEC 0067 0308

Kendo 0136 0345 0378

010200670308

Kenwood 0097

KIC 0030

Kioto 0378

KLH 0102

Kneissel 0382 0378 0067

0308

Kodak 0067

Kolster 0378

Korpel 0102

Kyoto 0102

Lenco 0308

Leyco 0102

LG 0067 0510 0030

0308 1167

Lifetec 0378

Lloyd's 0030

Loewe 0111 1592 0256

0067

Logik 0270 0102 0136

Lumatron 0308

Lux May 0102

Luxor 0136 0073 0102

0134 0078 0345

LXI 0067

Magnasonic 0308

Magnavox 0111 0030 0672

Magnin 0270

Magnum 0672

Manesth 0102 0075 0111

Marantz 0111

Mark 0308

Marta 0067

Mastec 0672

Master's 0308

Matsui 0378 0067 0270

0382 0030 0772

Mediator 0111

Medion 0378 0382

Melectronic 0030 0067

Memorex 0134 0030 0067

0078 0378 0270

Memphis 0102

Metronic 0111

Metz 159203770866

0111 0256 0067

MGA 0073

MGN Technology0270

Micormay 0378

Micromaxx 0378

Migros 0030

Minolta 0072

Mitsubishi 0073 0097 0078

0111 0510 0030

0672

Motorola 0078

MTC 0270 0030

Multitec 0067

Multitech 0030 0102 0134

Murphy 0030

Myrvad 0111

NAD 0134

Naiko 0672 0378

National 02561592

NEC 009700700134

0067 0308 1167

Neckermann 0111

Nesco 0102 0030 0382

Neufunk 0067

Nikkai 0102 0308

Nikko 0067

Noblex 0270

Nokia 013401360345

0308 0270 0078

0072

Nordmende 0350

NU-TEC 0378

Oceanic 0030 0078 0136

0111

Okano 0345 0378 0102

0308

Olympus 0256

Onimax 0672

Optimus 0067

0462

Orbit 0102

Orion 038203780772

Orson 0030

Osaki 0030 0067 0102

Osume 0102

Otto Versand 0111

Pace 0382

Pacific 0030

Palladium 0102

0270

Palsonic 0102

Panasonic 0256

Pathe Cinema 0073

Penney 0067

0270

Pentax 0072

Perdio 0030

Philco 0102

Philips 0111

Phoenix 0308

Phonola 0111

Pilot 0067

Pioneer 0097

Portland 0308

Prinz 0030

Profitronic 0111

Proline 0030

0672

Proisco 0308

Prosonic 0308

Protech 0102

Provision 0308

Pve 0111

Quasar 0308

Quelle 0111

Radialva 0067

0078

Radiola 0111

Radionette 1167

RadioShack 0030

Radix 0067

Randex 0067

PCA 0136

RCA 0150
0350

Realistic 0030

Reaistic 8830
0134

Reoc 0378

RFT 0102

Roadstar 0270

0308

Royal 0102

Saba 0350

Saisho 0378

Salora 0073

Samsung 0270

Sanky 0078

Sansei 0078

Sansui 0097

0102

Sanyo 0134

0097

Saville 0382

SBR 0111

ScanSonic 0270

Schaub Lorenz 0134

0345

Schneider 0102

0111

1167

0672

Scott 0073

Sears 0030

0134

Seaway 0308

SEG 0102

0672

SEI 0111

Sei-Sinudyne 0111

Seleco 0067

Semivox 0075

Semp 0075

P
Sentra 0102

Setron 0102

Sharp 0078

Shintom 0102

Shiyaki 0067

Shogun 0270

Siemens 0067

0350

Siera 0111

Silva 0067

Silver 0308

SilverCrest 0672

Singer 0378

Sinudyne 0111 0382

Smaragd 0378

Sonneclair 0102

Sonoko 0308

Sonolor 0078

Sontec 0067

Sonwa 0672

Sony 0062

Soundwave 0067

Ssangyong 0102

Standard 0308

Starlite 0067 0134

Stern 0308

STS 0072

Sunkai 0378 0308

Sunstar 0030

Suntronic 0030

Sunwood 0102

Sunwood 006702700378

0308

Sylvania 0030 0073 0111

Symphonic 0030 0102

T+A 0256

Tandberg 0308

Tandy 00300134

Tashiyo 0030.0078

Rasinkke 888 0111

Tatung 0030 0111 0078

0073 0378 0382

Tchibo 0378

TCM 0378

Teac 0102 0030 0308

0672

0667

TEC 0308 0102

Tech Line 0102

Technics 0256

TechniSat 0378

Tedelex 0067 0378 0672

Teknika 0030

United Quick Star0308

Universum 0030 0111 0270

0067 0136 0378

0134

Vector 0075

Vector Research 0070

Victor 0097

Video Concepts 0070 0075

Video Technic 0030

Videosonic 0270

Wards 0030,0072,0078

0102 0111 0270

Watson 0111

0672

Weltblick 0067

Wharfedale 0672

White 0102 0308

Westinghouse

World 0378

XR-1000 00300102

Yamishi 0102

Yokan 0102

Yoko 0067

Yoshita 0102

Zenith 0030 0667 1167

ZX 03780382


CBL

ADB12601299
Amstrad1252
Auna12991260
Austar0306
Canal Plus0473
Comcrypt0473
Comtec0049
Contec0049
Daeryung0507
Fastweb1660
Filmnet0473
Foxtel1252
France Telecom08471764
freebox1512
Funai0049
General Instrument0306
Jerrold03060049
Macab0847
Madritel1260
MNet04730049
Motorola03061136 1513
Multichoice00490473
Nokia1599
Noos08471654
NTL10901098
Oak0049
Ono1098
Optus03061090
Pace10981607 1090
Philips0847
Sagem08471654
Samsung1696
Scientific Atlanta0507
Tele+10473
Telepiu0473
Telewest10981090
Telsey1660
Thomson17641612
Trans PX0306
UPC1612
US Electronics0306
Visiopass0847

VIDAC

Gateway1302
Hewlett Packard1302
Microsoft1302
Pinnacle Systems1477
Sony1302

CD

Advantage0062
Aiwa0187
Arcam01872010
Audio Research0187
Audiolab0187
Audiomeca0187
Audioton0187
Balanced Audio Technology0187
Cairn0187
California Audio Labs00590333
Cambridge Audio0187
Carver0187
CCE0187
Copland0423
Cyrus0187
Denon00330796 0656
DKK0030
Dual0033
Dynaco0187
Elektra0423
Garrard0423
Genexxa00300062
Goldmund0187
Grundig0187
Harman/Kardon0187
Hitachi0062
JVC0102
Kenwood02200656 0066
Krell0187
Linn0187
Loewe0187
Magnavox0187
Marantz01870656 0059
Matsui0187
MCS0059
Memorex0062
Meridian0187
Micromega0187
Mission0187
Musical Fidelity0423
Myryad0187
NAD07510030
Naim0187
NSM0187
Onkyo0131
Optimus00300062
Orion0423
Panasonic03330059
Philips01870656
Pioneer0062
Primare0187
Proton0187
QED0187
Quad0187
Quasar0059
Radiola0187
Restek0187
Revox0187
Rotel0187
SAE0187
Sansui0187
Siemens0187
Simaudio0187
Sony00300520 0187
Tag McLaren0187
Tandy0062
Teac0423
Technics0333 0059
Thorens0187
Thule Audio0187
Traxdata0656
Universum0187
Victor0102
Wards0187
Yamaha0066 0520 0062
Zonda0187

TUNER

AEG1420
AFK1419
Aiwa0151 11880219 1288
Akai0639 12501250 1420
All-Tel1420
Anam0639
Arcam0219 12991119 1219
ASCOMTEC1419
Audiolab1119 13191219 1299
Audiosonic1419
Audiovox1420
Audioworld1420
Balanced Audio Technology1119 13191219 1299
Bang & Olufsen0829
Basic Line1584
Belson1419
Blue Sky1420
Bose12591385
Bush1119 13191219 1299
Cairn0219
Cambridge Audio0219 1219
Carver0219 11191219 1219
CCE1382
Centrum12501584 1419
Classic1382
Clatronic1250
Copland1119 13191219 1299
Denon13901134
Denver1419
Diamond1420
DK digital1450
DMTECH1420
Dual12501420 1450
Electrocompaniet1219
Elta1420
Fisher1831
Genexxa0216
Goldmund0219 12991119 1219
Goodmans0639 16411229 1450
Grundig1119 13191219 1299
Hanseatic1420
Harman/Kardon1334 12991119 1219
HCM1420
HE1419
Hitachi18311250 1584
Hiteker1419
Integra01651350
JVC0104 15251404 1229
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KLH1420
KXD1419
Lenoxx1641
Lenoxx Sound1641
LG1323
Linn0219 12991119 1219
Loewe1119 13191219 1299
Magnavox0219 1119 1219
1299
Magnum1641
Marantz0219 1119 1219
1299 1319
Mark1119 1219 1299
1319
MBO1382
Medion1450
MEI1420
Melectronic0639
Meridian1119 1219 1299
1319
Metz1584
Micromaxx1450
Micromega1119 1219 1299
1319 0219
Mitsubishi0206
Mustek1382
Myryad1219 1119 1299
1319 0219
NAD0350 0639
Naim1119 1219 1299
1319
Nikkai1419
Nikko0639
Norcent1419
Okano0639
Onkyo0165 1350
Optimus0216 1053
Palladium1250
Panasonic1548 1338 1339
1793 1809 1795
Philco1420
Philips0219 1219 1299
1119 1319
Pioneer1053 0216 1119
1219 1299 1319
1489
Polk Audio1319
Proline1420
Proson0639
Provision1419
QONIX1450
Quad1119 1219 1299
1319
Radiola1119 1219 1299
1319 0219
Radionette1664 1323
RCA1184 1420 1489
Red Star1419
Restek0219
Revox1119 1219 1299
1319 0219 0216
Revoy1119 1219 1299
1319
Roadstar1641
Rotel0823
Saba1184
Samsung1325 1229
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Schneider1420 1229 1250
SEG1584
Sharp0216 1664 1644
Sherwood0683
Siemens0639
Silva Schneider1323
Sony1188 1288 1888
1789 1088 1688
1752 1652 1142
Soundwave0639
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Teac122906391420
Technics133813391793
15481795
Techwood06391584
Telefunken1419
Tevion1641
Thomson11841384
Thorens121911191299
13190219
Toshiba1602
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Universum125006391420
111912191299
13190219
Venturer1420
Victor0104
Voxson1450
Waitec1382
Wards0219
Wharfedale06391420
Yamaha020613611306
02160742
Yukai1382

DVD

3D LAB0569
4Kus1188
A-Trend0744
Acoustic Solutions076007431258
AEG081808000820
AFK12581182
Aim08080702
Airis125413510702
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AKI1035
Akira08081351
Akura120109281081
1170
Alba074707430753
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15601725
Alize1181
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Amitech08000880
Amoi0882
Amoisonic0865
Amstrad074311451181
1601
AMW0902
Ansonic07890861
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Arcam0762
Arena0882
Asono1254
ATACOM1254
Audiovox08200747
Audioworld0820
Audix11341182
Autovox0743
Auvio0873
Avious1195
AWA07600902
Axion0760
Base1481
Basic Line0743
Baze119509280702
BBK08921254
Bel Canto Design1601
Bellagio0902
Best Buy0887
Black Diamond07430863
Blaupunkt0747
Blusens1263
Blue Parade0601
Blue Sky074307250702
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BNI1351
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Boman081809281035
Brainwave08001145
Brandt068105810533
Broksonic07251449
Bush0743 17250725 07600863 0861
0747 08480808 07530546 1195
1466 117014491513
C-Tech07981182
Cambridge Audio11390781
Campomatic Digital1081
CAT0819
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cello1760
Centrex07021034
Centrum0743 103508190809
CGV08000781
Cinea0871
Cineral0760
Cinetec07430902
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Classic07601760
Clatronic081808090848
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Clayton0743
Coby080811370760
11950882
Codex1263
Conia070208820546
08651351
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Continental Edison09020861
Craig0861
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Crypto1258
Cybercom0861
CyberHome07440846
Cytron074606810735
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D-Vision1145
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GP Audio1170
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1725 1034 1760
1466 1513
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HE0760
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0743
Hiteker0702
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Home Electronics07600800
Home Tech Industries1254
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Inno Hit0743
Integra0657
Irradio077111451254
126308990800
ISP0725
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JVC065305881194
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Kansai1137
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Kendo074308610702
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Kennex080007430928
Kenwood05640520
KeyPlug0800
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Kingavon0848
Kiss08710695
KLH0820
KLH Digital0747
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Lenoir1258
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Lifetec068108611377
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Logix0735
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Optim0873
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Pioneer060106611995
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Polk Audio0569
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Powerpoint09021035
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1375
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1540
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Zenith053308990621
0771

PVR

@sat1330
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Astro1130
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British Sky Broadcasting1205
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CanalSatellite1369
Chess1364
CityCom1206
Comag1442
DigiFusion1675
DigiQuest1330
Dream Multimedia1267
eMTech1244
Foxtel1206 1386
Galaxis1206
GbSAT1244
Gecco1442
General Satellite1206
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Hanseatic1130
HB1244
HDT1189
Hirschmann1442
Homecast1244
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ID Digital1206
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Interstar1244
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1880
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Thomson1205 1930
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TPS1283
UEC1386
Worldsat1244
XSat1244
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Zehnder1364 1442
Zinwell1206

SAT

@sat1330
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Rownsonic1597
S-ZWO1237
SAB1281
Sagem114412831720
Samsung127316001488
104712360883
Sat Control1330
Sat Team0743
SAT+1439
Satec0743
Satelco0399
Satplus1130
Schaub Lorenz1244
Schneider12811236
Schwaiger053413641487
144211410162
1105
SCS0329
Sedea Electronique015501621313
16561309
SEG128103991656
1105
Serino0640
Servimat1641
ServiSat12810743
Sherwood1641
Siemens020314591364
Silva0329
Skantin0743
SKR0743
Sky012908770886
091712050741
SKY Brasil06720917
SKY Italia18781880
Sky XL14421281
SKY+1205
Skymaster074314391230
110516411364
Skymax0230
skyplus126213641442
SkySat0743
SL01621702
SM Electronic074312301105
Smart130301620329
114312620743
1443
Soniq1597
Sony087715880312
0883
SR0162
Star Sat0162
Starland0743
Stream1878
Strong015513971439
165603990909
088311891330
15031314
Sunny1330
Sunny Sound0399
Sunsat0743
Sunstar039901620672
Supermax1313
Systec01621364
Tarbs1255
TBoston1487
Teac125712551352
Tecatel1230
TechniSat112911301225
122702301352
Technomate1313
Technosat1236
Technosonic1702
Technotrend1459
Technowelt0162
Techsan1047
Techwood13141656
128113641656
Tele System128114391641
1831
Tele System Electronic1641
TeleClub1397
Telecom0743
Telestar112911300230
128113641656
Televes016212441330
13641439
Televisa0917
Telewire1262
Tevion136417020743
14391597
Thomson074108771321
193007431205
08831076
Tiny1702
Tioko0162
Tokai0230
Tonna16410743
Topfield123612371575
1813
TPS1283
Triax023007430883
128113261321
016211291143
12571656
Trio1105
TT-micro1459
Turnsat0743
Twinner01620743
UEC090911921386
Unimax1577
Unisat02300162
United1281
Universum020303291129
Van Hunen11910329
Variosat0203

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Brand : ARCAM

Model : AVR500

Category : AV Receiver