AVR280HANDBOOKArcam AVR280 surround sound receiver English
AVR28010Zone 2 connectionsThe AVR280 allows independent routing and control of analogue audio and composite video to a second room such as a kitchen,
AVR28011EnglishControl connectionses (REMOTE) OUT. This outputs any remote control signal that is received by one of the two remote control inputs des
AVR28012Conguring the AVR280The AVR280 ‘Set-up Menu’ has six ‘Basic’ and ve ‘Advanced’ menu screens that take you through the conguration process.
AVR28013EnglishThe ‘Basic’ Set-up Menus1 – General Settings:Max Volume: This limits the maximum volume setting the system can be turned up to. This is
AVR28014HQ Video: Choose between RGB or YUV; if you have a YUV display, set this item to YUV, otherwise set it to RGB. Note that this setting has no e
AVR28015EnglishSub Stereo: This setting allows the volume level of the subwoofer to be adjusted for when the subwoofer is being used with 2-channel (s
AVR280165 – Level settingsThe relative sensitivity of different speakers can lead to some speakers sounding disproportionately loud or quiet, relative
AVR28017EnglishThe ‘Advanced’ Set-up MenusADV 1 – Speaker Eq.This allows ne adjustment of bass and treble in 1dB steps (up to ±6dB) for each of the s
AVR28018ADV 4 – Zone 2 SettingsZONE2 VOL: Sets the volume for Zone 2.Max Vol 20–83: Limits the maximum volume setting for Zone 2. This is a useful fea
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AVR2802RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUENE PAS OUVRIRATTENTIONCAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK DO NOT OPENCAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not re
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AVR28021EnglishOperating your AVR280For information display we recommend you use the OSD on your TV/screen whenever possible. However, all key informa
AVR28022Input selectionTo select a particular source, press the corresponding button on the front panel or on the remote control. There are eight inpu
AVR28023EnglishEffects/FXThe EFFECT button (FX on the remote) cycles through the available effect modes. The effects are only available when the AVR28
AVR28024Using the tunerThe AVR280’s radio tuner can be controlled from the upper row of front panel buttons (see diagram, below) or from the remote co
AVR28025EnglishFM Mute/MonoThe AVR280’s tuner has an auto-muting circuit that, when engaged, mutes any signal that is of insufcient strength for list
AVR28026Main Menu Screen 2Compression: Allows selection of three different compression ratios (OFF, MEDIUM and HIGH), where the higher compression is
AVR28027EnglishSurround modesIntroductionYour AVR280 processor provides all the key decoding and processing modes for analogue and digital signals.Mod
AVR28028Two-channel source modesThe following decoding and surround modes are available:< Mono< Pro Logic Emulation< Stereo< Neo:6 Cinema&
AVR28029EnglishDTS-ES 6.1 Discrete: This is a true discrete 6.1 channel sound format (unlike DTS-ES 6.1 Matrix where the sixth (surround centre) chann
AVR2803EnglishContentsSafety guidelines ... 2Important safety instructions ... 2Safe
AVR28030Bi-wiring and bi-amping loudspeakersBi-wiring improves the sound of your system as it divides the high and low frequency signal currents into
AVR28031EnglishTroubleshootingThere are no lights on the unit:Check that:< the power cord is plugged into the AVR280 and the mains socket outlet i
AVR28032When playing a Dolby Digital DVD, the AVR280 selects Dolby Pro Logic:Check that:< you have a digital connection from your DVD player.<
AVR28033EnglishSCART connectionsThese pinouts describe the signal connections between the AVR280 and your display device input.SCART RGB cable with au
AVR28034IR Remote CodesThe following information is supplied for owners of advanced programmable remote controls, such as the Philips ‘Pronto’ and sim
AVR28035EnglishThese extra commands on code 17 allow full control of the tuner in the AVR280 using the remote control supplied with the T61/T31. The A
AVR28036Technical specicationsAnalogue audio inputsLine input sensitivity 0.5/1/2/4V rms (2V rms normal)Overload margin +2dBInput impedance >22kΩA
AVR28037EnglishGuaranteeWorldwide GuaranteeThis entitles you to have the unit repaired free of charge, during the rst two years after purchase, at an
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AVR2804Before you start!IntroductionThe AVR280 is a high quality and high performance home cinema processor and multi-channel audio amplier built to
AVR2805EnglishBefore making connectionsBefore connecting your equipment it is important to think about the following points, as these will affect your
AVR2806InstallationPositioning the unit< Place the receiver on a level, rm surface.< Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near source
AVR2807EnglishAudio connections< Wherever possible, connect both the analogue and digital outputs of digital sources. This enables use of a digital
AVR2808Video connectionsThe AVR280 allows for conversion between different video formats. This means that the AVR280 can convert between composite, S-
AVR2809EnglishHDMIAn HDMI connection between a source and your display device offers the best possible picture quality. This connection type is, howev
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