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| Product Type | AM/FM Tuner |
| Brand | Arcam |
| Model | T61 |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 430 x 290 x 85 mm |
| Net Weight | 3.8 kg |
| Packed Weight | 6.0 kg |
| Power Consumption | 10 VA |
| FM Tuning Range | 87.5 - 108.0 MHz |
| AM Tuning Range | 531 - 1602 kHz (9kHz steps) / 530 - 1710 kHz (10kHz steps) |
| FM Sensitivity (IHF) | Typically 3 µV for 50 dB S/N |
| AM Sensitivity | Typically 30 µV |
| FM Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 15 kHz ±1 dB |
| FM Total Harmonic Distortion (Mono) | < 0.1% |
| FM Total Harmonic Distortion (Stereo) | < 0.2% |
| FM Channel Separation | > 40 dB at 1 kHz |
| Output Level (FM) | 700 mV at 75 kHz deviation |
| Output Level (AM) | 300 mV at 70% modulation |
| Output Impedance | 220 Ω |
| Number of Presets | 16 AM, 30 FM |
| RDS Support | Yes (Program Service and Radio Text) |
| Remote Control | CR-389 included (Philips RC-5 codes) |
| IR Remote Standard | Philips RC-5, 36 kHz carrier |
| Trigger Input | 9-15V DC, tip positive |
| Supplied Accessories | FM dipole aerial, AM loop aerial, mains lead, remote handset and batteries |
| Safety Compliance | EU 89/336/EEC, FCC Part 15 |
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USER MANUAL T61 ARCAM
Arcam T61 AM/FM tuner
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Using this handbook
This handbook has been designed to give you all the information you need to install, connect, set up and use the Arcam T61 tuner. The CR-389 remote control handset supplied with this equipment is also described.
Safety
Safety guidelines are set out on the inside front cover of this handbook.
Many of these items are common sense precautions, but for your own safety, and to ensure that you do not damage the unit, we strongly recommend that you read them.
Radio interference
All Arcam products have been designed to very high standards of electromagnetic compatibility.
However, both CD players and DVD players generate RF (radio frequency) energy. In some cases this can cause interference with FM and AM radio reception. If this is the case, switch the player off or keep the player and its connecting cables as far from the tuner and its aerials as possible. Connecting the player and the tuner/amplifier to different mains sockets can also help to reduce interference.
EU countries
This product has been designed to comply with directive 89/336/EEC.
USA
This product complies with FCC requirements. If the equipment causes interference to radio/television reception, which can be determined by switching the equipment off and on, the following measures should be taken: Re-orientate the receiving antenna or route the antenna cable of the receiver as far as possible from this appliance and its cabling. Relocate the receiver with respect to this appliance. Connect the receiver and this appliance to different mains power outlets. If the problem persists contact your Arcam dealer or Arcam Customer Support on +44 (0)1223 203203.
Information on radio transmissions
A free booklet (number 004-000-00345-4) is available from the U.S. Government called 'How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems' by writing to:
The U.S. Government Printing Office
Washington, D.C.
20402.
The British Broadcasting Corporation publishes a booklet entitled 'Radio Transmitting Stations' which contains details of all BBC transmitters in the UK together with other useful hints and tips. This booklet can be obtained on request by sending a large stamped addressed envelope to:-
Engineers Dept.
BBC Radio
201 Wood Lane
LONDON
W12 7TS
Telephone: 08700 100 123
Internet: http://www.bbc.co.uk/enginfo/fm_recep
Contents
Safety guidelines 2
Important safety instructions 2
Safety compliance 2
Using this handbook 3
Safety 3
Information on radio transmissions 3
Installation 4
Positioning the unit 4
Setting up the tuner 4
Connecting to other equipment 5
Connecting to a power supply 5
Custom installation features 5
IR codes 5
Using your tuner 6
Front panel controls 6
Operation 6
Storing a preset 7
Deleting an unused preset 7
RDS: Radio Data System 7
Entering station names manually 7
Using the CR-389 remote control 8
Technical specifications 9
Table of IR commands 10
Guarantee 11
On line registration 11
The UK Radio Authority publishes 'The Radio Authority Pocket Book' which contains details of all independent radio stations.
This booklet can be obtained on request by sending a large stamped addressed envelope to:-
Holbrook House
14 Great Queen Street
Holborn
LONDON
WC2B 5DG
Telephone: 0207 430 2724
Fax: 0207 405 7062
E-mail: info@radioauthority.org.uk
Internet: http://www.radioauthority.org.uk
Installation
T61 rear panel
1 Socket for IEC power inlet line
2 Voltage selector switch
3 Remote control input
4 Power On/Standby trigger in
5 AM step switch
6 Audio output phono sockets, two pairs
7 FM coaxial plug
8 Ground socket (for AM loop aerial)
9 AM socket (for AM loop aerial)
Positioning the unit
Always place the tuner on a level, firm surface.
Setting up the tuner
AM step switch 5
The AM tuning 'step size' needs to be set according to your location. This is done using the switch on the rear panel: set it to 10kHz if you are in North America, or 9kHz anywhere else. This switch also ensures correct reproduction of FM broadcasts for your location.
AM aerial
An AM aerial is required to receive AM/Medium Wave radio signals.
An external AM loop aerial is supplied as an accessory. This should be attached to the AM Antenna inputs with one end connected to AM 9 and the other to Ground 8. It does not matter which way round this aerial is fitted. Rotate the aerial to discover which position gives the best reception.
In areas of weak reception or when the receiver is used inside a steel framed building (such as an apartment building) you can use a wire between 3 and 5 metres long to strengthen reception. Mount this high up outside the building, if possible, and connect one end of this wire to the AM antenna input 9 as well as the loop aerial supplied. DO NOT DISCONNECT THE LOOP AERIAL.
FM aerial
An FM aerial is required to receive VHF radio signals. An external FM ribbon aerial is supplied as an accessory.
For optimal FM radio reception a roof or loft mounted aerial is advised. For your own safety it is recommended that a roof top aerial is fitted by an experienced contractor. Your Arcam dealer should be able to put you in contact with an aerial installer. A contractor will be able to tune your aerial to the nearest FM transmitter. In an apartment building an aerial system may already be installed. If this is the case you should have sockets in your home marked FM or VHF (do not use those marked TV).
The 'T' shaped wire aerial (dipole design) supplied should give reasonably good reception. Mount this aerial as high up as possible on a wall with the elements positioned horizontally. Try each usable wall of the room to see which gives best reception. Use tacks or adhesive tape to secure the aerial in a T shape. The tacks should not come into contact with the internal wire of the aerial.
Whether you decide to get an aerial professionally installed or opt to use the supplied aerial it should be connected to the FM Antenna input 7 on the rear of the unit.
For use in North America, use an F-type antenna connector; for Europe and other areas, use a female Belling Lee-type coaxial connector.
Connecting to other equipment
Interconnect cables
Interconnecting cables are not supplied with this tuner. We recommend high quality cables as inferior quality cables will degrade the sound quality of your system. Please contact your Arcam dealer for details of suitable cables.
Connecting your tuner to your amplifier
Audio outputs 6
Two pairs of identical outputs are provided.
Connect one set to your amplifier's tuner input or any other line-level input using suitable high quality interconnect cables. Ensure that the left and right audio outputs from the tuner are connected to the same left and right inputs on your amplifier.
The second set of audio outputs can be used to connect to a second amplifier set up for 'multi room' use, or routed to a tape recorder for 'off air' recording.
Connecting to a power supply
Wrong plug?
Check that the plug supplied with the unit fi ts your supply and that your mains supply voltage agrees with the voltage setting switch (120V or 230V) indicated on the rear panel of the unit 2.
If your mains supply voltage is different, switch the voltage selector across using a small screwdriver.
Mains lead
The appliance is normally supplied with a moulded mains plug already fitted to the lead. If for any reason the plug needs to be removed, it must be disposed of immediately and securely, as it is a potential shock hazard when inserted into the mains socket. Should you require a new mains lead, contact your Arcam dealer.
Plugging in
Push the plug (IEC line socket) of the power cable supplied with the unit into the POWER INLET socket 1 in the back of the unit. Make sure it is pushed in firmly.
Put the plug on the other end of the cable into your power supply socket and switch the socket on.
Custom installation features
The T61 has a number of useful features that make it ideal for a custom installation, where the tuner is fully integrated with a specialist control system or operated by a programmable remote control.
Remote control input 3
A rear panel input that receives modulated carrier based IR commands in RC5 format. The input is suitable for connection to a simple IR eye or to an external controller.
Use of this socket disables the front panel IR eye.
Trigger input 4
The trigger socket allows the tuner to be remotely switched in and out of standby. The primary front panel POWER switch must be in, 'on', for this mode.
Apply a +12V DC voltage for 'on', the power indicator glows green; 0V for 'standby', the power indicator glows red.
Note that use of this socket requires a 12V signal before the tuner can be switched fully on.
Infrared (IR) remote commands
The T61 responds to a set of Philips RC-5 codes in addition to those available on the supplied handset, which is kept simple for ease of use.
Advanced programmable control devices, such as the Philips 'Pronto' and other system controllers, can be set up to use the additional codes. Refer to the instructions for your programmable device for details.
A table of IR commands is provided on page 10 of this Handbook.
Using your tuner
Front panel Controls
Preset Memory buttons 1
Directly select up to 32 preset stations (16 AM, 16 FM). Press briefly for stations 1–8, press and hold for more than one second for stations 9–16.
BAND 2
Selects FM or AM frequency band. The appropriate letters appear on the display.
RDS 3
Switches between RDS modes on FM if RDS is available. See the section 'RDS: Radio Data System'.
MONO 4
Selects mono or stereo output. Stereo is only available on FM radio stations. If a weak station is received in stereo the background hiss can be reduced (and in most cases eliminated) by selecting 'MONO'.
In mono mode, FM muting is suppressed when tuning between stations and the 'FM MUTE' indicator is switched off.
STORE 5
The STORE button allows you to assign radio stations to preset numbers. See the instruction 'Storing a preset'
Preset indicator 6
Indicates the number of the preset currently selected.
Signal strength 7
A seven step indicator showing the strength of a tuned station. In FM generally 5 or more bars are required for good reception and to lock onto RDS data.
Tuning 8
Switches between Tune and Preset mode for the down/up buttons. Preset mode is indicated by PRESET on the display.
Tune down/ up 9
Used to either scroll through presets, or to tune up and down the broadcast band, depending on the current mode. See Tuning to a station for more details.
Frequency/ RDS display bk
Indicates the frequency of the selected station in MHz (FM) or kHz (AM). Also displays RDS information when present.
POWER bl
Switches the mains power to the unit on or off.
Power indicator bm
This glows green to show that the unit is ready for use. The indicator glows red in standby mode when the tuner is switched off via the remote control, or configured in a custom installation.
Operation
The T61 radio tuner can be controlled from the front panel buttons or from the remote control handset (see 'Using the remote control').
Tuning to a station
Pressing the TUNING button toggles between the two tuning modes of the unit – 'Preset' or 'Tune'. The selected mode is briefly shown in the display.
Preset mode
In Preset mode, press the ▲ and ▼ buttons on the front panel (or < or > on the remote control handset) to cycle up and down the preset stations.
See 'Storing a preset' and 'Deleting unused presets', below.
Tune mode
Automatic tuning:
Press the ▲ and ▼ buttons on the front panel (or < or > on the remote control handset) for longer than one second to engage automatic tuning. The tuner searches for a radio station signal of suffi cient strength and stops. To skip to the next station, press one of the buttons again. Automatic tuning is available for both the FM and AM bands.
Manual tuning:
Tap the ▲ and ▼ buttons for manual tuning. This can be used for tuning to a specific frequency. It is also useful if you are trying to select a station that is too weak for the auto search mode.
Regardless of the mode used to tune your T61, when it is accurately tuned to a station 'TUNED' lights up in the display.
Storing a preset
To store a preset, tune to the radio station you wish to store. Press the STORE button: this causes 'PRESET STORE' to flash in the display. Now select the preset number you wish to assign to the station using the preset memory buttons or the ▲ and ▼ buttons on the front panel. Press the STORE button again.
Once the preset is stored, the display reverts to show the station name (if RDS information is transmitted) or its frequency.
To quit the memory function without storing a preset, leave the tuner controls untouched for ten seconds. It is also possible to overwrite a stored station by saving another in its place. There are thirty presets available for FM use and sixteen for AM use.
Your presets are retained when the T61 is disconnected from the mains supply.
Deleting an unused preset
Press the RDS and STORE buttons on the front panel, wait about three seconds, then select the preset number you want to delete using the ▲ and ▼ buttons, followed by the RDS button.
The display briefly shows 'DELETED' and '-' is shown in place of the preset number. You can reactivate a deleted preset number by storing a station in the normal way.
RDS: Radio Data System
The Arcam T61 supports RDS Programme Service and RDS Radio Text on FM broadcasts.
When a station carrying RDS information is selected 'RDS' lights up in the display and shortly afterwards the station's RDS name (e.g. 'BBC R3') is shown.
Press the RDS button to view any RDS text information (if a station is not transmitting text information, the display briefly indicates 'NO TEXT' and reverts to show the station name).
Press RDS again to display the station's frequency.
Pressing RDS a third time returns you to a display of the station name.
If the RDS button is pressed while tuned to a non-RDS station, the display shows 'NO NAME' for three seconds before reverting to the default display.
Entering station names manually
Station names can be entered and saved for preset AM stations, and for FM stations where RDS is not available. Station names can be up to eight characters long.
First select the band and the preset station you wish to name. Then press and hold the RDS button for more than two seconds. An 'underscore' line should appear blinking in the first position of the frequency display area. Use the up and down buttons beneath the display to scroll through the available alphabet, numbers and special characters available until you reach your wanted letter or character. Press the TUNING button to confirm that character. The 'underscore' line will then move to the next position. Repeat this process to enter the required name. If you want to edit a character later, use the TUNING button to step along and select it, then use the up down keys as before to change it. When complete, press STORE to enter the name into the preset memory.
Using the CR-389 remote control
NOTE: DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast) refers to Arcam DAB tuners such as model DT81.
NOTE: Remember to install the two AAA batteries supplied before trying to use your remote control. Do not place anything in front of the display area on the tuner (where the IR receiver is located), or the remote control may not work.
Technical specifications
T61 Tuner
FM Section
| Tuning range 87.5 to 108.0MHz | |
| Frequency steps 50kHz | |
| Presets: total/ direct access 30/16 | |
| Sensitivity (IHF) for 50dB S/N ratio typically 3μV | |
| Alternate channel selectivity better than 60dB | |
| Capture ratio 1.5dB | |
| Frequency response 20Hz-15kHz ±1dB | |
| Ultimate S/N ratio (CCIR) Mono better than -75dB | |
| Stereo | better |
| Total harmonic distortion (96MHz reference, 22.5kHz deviation at 1kHz) | |
| Mono | better than 0.1% |
| Stereo | better than 0.2% |
| Channel separation (1kHz) | better than 40dB |
| Pilot tone suppression | better than 60dB |
| Output level | 700mV at 75kHz deviation |
AM Section
| Tuning range: 10kHz step | 530 to 1710 kHz |
| 9kHz step | 531 to 1602 kHz |
| Presets | 16 |
| Usable sensitivity | typically 30μV |
| IF rejection | >36dB |
| S/N ratio (30% mod., 50mV I/P) | >38dB |
| Total harmonic distortion (30% mod., 50mV I/P) | <3% |
| Output level | 300mV at 70% modulation |
Control inputs
| IR remote standard | Philips RC-5, 36kHz carrier |
| IR in signal level | 4–15V pk-pk |
| Trigger operating voltage | 9–15V DC |
| Trigger in polarity | tip positive |
General
| Output impedance | 220Ω |
| Minimum recommended load 5kΩ | |
| Power consumption | 10VA |
| Size W x D x H | 430 x 290 x 85mm |
| Weight net | 3.8kg |
| Weight packed | 6.0kg |
| Supplied accessories | FM dipole aerial |
| AM loop aerial | |
| mains lead | |
| CR-389 remote control handset and batteries |
E&OE
Table of IR commands
| Command | Decimal | code |
| Standby | 17-124 | |
| On | 17-123 | |
| Power toggle 17-12 | ||
| AM/ FM band toggle 17-50 | ||
| AM band 17-52, 17-46 | ||
| FM band 17-53, 17-45 | ||
| Tune down (seek if >1second) 17-31 | ||
| Tune up (seek if >1second) 17-30 | ||
| Seek tune down 17-35 | ||
| Seek tune up 17-34 | ||
| RDS program 17-62 | ||
| RDS text 17-63 | ||
| RDS frequency 17-64 | ||
| Scroll RDS mode 17-55, 17-61, 17-15 | ||
| Display on 17-14 | ||
| Display toggle 17-18 | ||
| Stereo | 17-39 | |
| Mono | 17-54 | |
| Stereo/Mono toggle | 17-38 | |
| Preset/tune mode toggle | 17-37 | |
| Preset/tune up | 17-32 | |
| Preset/tune down | 17-33 | |
| Store | 17-41 | |
| Mute on | 17-119 | |
| Mute off | 17-120 | |
| Mute toggle | 17-13 | |
| Preset 1 to 8 (9 to 16 if >1second) | 17-1 to 17-8 | |
| Preset 9 17-9 | ||
| Preset 10 to 17 | 17-110 to 17-117 | |
| Preset 18 to 30 | 17-88 to 17-100 | |
NOTE: The above codes are consistent with the Philips RC-5 standard.
Guarantee
Worldwide Guarantee
This entitles you to have the unit repaired free of charge, during the first two 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 unauthorised 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 two years from the purchase date. After two 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, CB5 9PB, England
Telephone: +44 (0)1223 203203
Fax: +44 (0)1223 863384
Email: support@arcam.co.uk
Problems?
If your dealer is unable to answer any query regarding this or any other Arcam product please contact your local distributor. A list of current distributors can be found at www.arcam.co.uk. In the U.K., contact Arcam Customer Support on 01223 203203 or write to us at the above address and we will do our best to help you.
On-line registration
You can register your Arcam product on line at:
www.arcam.co.uk/ reg
ARCAM
PEMBROKE AVENUE, WATERBEACH, CAMBRIDGE CB5 9PB, ENGLAND
telephone +44 (0)1223 203203 fax +44 (0)1223 863384 email support@arcam.co.uk website www.arcam.co.uk
- Arcam T61 AM/FM tuner
- Using this handbook
- Safety
- Radio interference
- EU countries
- USA
- Information on radio transmissions
- Contents
- Installation
- T61 rear panel
- Positioning the unit
- Setting up the tuner
- AM step switch 5
- AM aerial
- FM aerial
- Connecting to other equipment
- Interconnect cables
- Connecting your tuner to your amplifier
- Audio outputs 6
- Connecting to a power supply
- Wrong plug?
- Mains lead
- Plugging in
- Custom installation features
- Remote control input 3
- Trigger input 4
- Infrared (IR) remote commands
- Using your tuner
- Front panel Controls
- Preset Memory buttons 1
- BAND 2
- RDS 3
- MONO 4
- STORE 5
- Preset indicator 6
- Signal strength 7
- Tuning 8
- Tune down/ up 9
- Frequency/ RDS display bk
- POWER bl
- Power indicator bm
- Operation
- Tuning to a station
- Preset mode
- Tune mode
- Storing a preset
- Deleting an unused preset
- RDS: Radio Data System
- Entering station names manually
- Using the CR-389 remote control
- Technical specifications
- T61 Tuner
- Guarantee
- Worldwide Guarantee
- The warranty covers:
- Claims under guarantee
- For further details contact Arcam at:
- Problems?
- On-line registration
- ARCAM
Brand : ARCAM
Model : T61
Category : Tuner