Dear Customer - Technics SF-DX7 Operating Instructions Manual

Thank you for purchasing this system
For optimum performance and safety, please read these
instructions carefully
Front cover receiver is open in all explanations in
of the
these operating instructions
The model number and serial number of this product can be
found on either the back or the bottom of the unit
Please note them in the space provided below and keep for
future reference
MODEL NUMBER
Processor
SA-AX7
Receiver
User memo
Enjoying DVD and other digital sources
This system provides you with the opportunity to enjoy
the high quality surround effects found
other digital sources Before you playback these
sources, though, you need to prepare this system
Follow these steps to get the most out of your system
1. Connect the processor and receiver; page 8
2. Connect the DVD player (or other digital
equipment); page 9.
3. Connect your speakers;
4. Do the speaker settings on the processor; paqes
The system is now ready for playback
Follow the steps on pages 32 and 33, and sit back and
CAUTION
Do not place a tape deck, CD, or DVD player on top of the
receiver
Heat radiated from the top of this unit may cause damage to
the software
SERIAL NUMBER
on DVDs and
paaes
14.15. and 16.
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Table of contents
Precautions ..............................................................
Surround guide ............................................................ 5
Front panel controls ............................................... 6
Equipment connections.. ...........................................
Antenna connections ..............................................
Speaker connections ................................................ 14
Concerning the remote control.. ................................ 17
Basic operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..*......... 18
To enjoy bi-amp sound
To adjust the tone quality
To adjust the sound balance
To adjust the subwoofer level
To compensate when the volume is low
To adjust the output range of the subwoofer
Listening to radio broadcasts . ...* . . . ..a......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Sequential tuning
Direct tuning
Preset tuning
Reproduction modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
On the processor
On the receiver
Preparation for DVD playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Speaker settings for the processor
Adjusting speaker output level
Adjusting the delay time
Enjoying DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Preparing for Dolby Pro Logic on the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Setting the center mode and adjusting speaker output level
Adjusting the delay time
Enjoying sound modes on the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Adjusting field of sound in the SFC mode
VGCA mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Other functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
To mute the sound level
To listen through headphones
When using the VCR 2 terminals (front panel)
To turn off the blue light on the receiver
and dim the processor's display
Setting the midnight mode (dynamic range compression)
Making a recording . . . . . . . . . .,............................................. 42
Recording to a tape deck or VCR
Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To operate the receiver
To operate the processor
To operate a cassette deck
To operate a CD changer or CD player
To watch TV broadcasts
To watch video tapes
To operate a DVD player
To watch satellite broadcasts
To watch cable TV
Changing the remote control code
About the HELP function ............................................... 60
If the front cover comes off ........................................... 60
Technical specifications ................................................ 61
Troubleshooting guide ................................................... 62
Listening caution ............................................. Back cover
Maintenance ..................................................... Back cover
Product service ................................................ Back cover
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