Audiolab 8000AP User Instructions

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  • Page 1 RS232 8000AP audiolab User Instructions...
  • Page 2 NO USER-REMOVEABLE PARTS INSIDE Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused Mains Supply: The mains voltage of Audiolab units is shown on REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL for long periods of time. the rear panel. If this does not match the voltage in your area, Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Remote Handset....... 8 Setting Up the 8000AP ......9 Main Menu - Setting Speaker Sizes .
  • Page 4: Introduction - Players And Formats

    - all DVD discs offer basic multi- and audiophile formats. Before using the 8000AP please channel processing and the 8000AP caters for all of those. read your DVD and other digital player handbooks to Dolby Digital 5.x ascertain which formats your player will support.
  • Page 5: Unpacking

    Retain the packing for future safe transport of your amplifier. If 8000AP can be set up to take account of different distances. in phase. provided they are properly connected. you dispose of the packing, do so with regard to any recycling...
  • Page 6: Controls And Connectors

    2: Controls and Connectors power/standby LED input buttons mode buttons channel indicators Dolby mode indicator mode indicator remote control sensor display screen volume knob fuse carrier IEC mains input socket mains on/off switch external 5.1 input analogue 5.1 outputs back outputs (for 7.1) coaxial digital inputs 1&...
  • Page 7: Audio And Video Connections

    HDMI signal is not processed by the 8000AP . The video signal that appears at your TV is Tape Input and Output entirely dependent on your DVD player or other source. To get...
  • Page 8: Other Connections

    Connect a single RCA video interconnect from the OSD socket of the 8000AP to the Composite Video (CVBS) input on your TV screen. Once you have set up your 8000AP you may disconnect this cable as basic system parameters can be set up from the front panel of the 8000AP .
  • Page 9: System Connection Diagram

    Picture Connections The TV screen may be connected to the 8000AP via the HDMI 8000AP out socket. This will route video signals from the HDMI player to the TV with minimal processing from the 8000AP . Again keep the HDMI interconnect as short as possible.
  • Page 10: Remote Handset

    17 Q-SET Point the handset at the 8000AP display window and press the relevant key. The handset should be within 15 metres of the 8000AP and there must be a clear line of sight between the two units. Page 8...
  • Page 11: Setting Up The 8000Ap

    • Make sure your power amplifier/s are switched off. • Switch on all source units (and the TV monitor if used). • Connect the 8000AP to the mains power and switch on. • Switch the unit on via tye mains switch on the rear panel.
  • Page 12: Main Menu - Setting Speaker Distances

    Point the microphone at the ceiling. Adjust the Volume level so the sound level meter reads75dB. Select each speaker in turn. Adjust the relative channel levels These measurements are used by the 8000AP in surround on-screen using the keys on the handset until the sound modes to correct for delays in sound reaching your ears due level meter reads 75dB on all channels.
  • Page 13: Main Menu - Setting Speaker Levels

    SPDIF output to a digital input on the CGain adjustment controls the amount of subtraction of 8000AP . You can now watch DVDs or stream audio or A/V VOL -30dB derived centre channel material from L and R channels.
  • Page 14: Main Menu - Other Options

    System Reset Select YES to reset the system setup parameters to factory defaults. After a short pause the 8000AP responds with the message “DONE” and the default status is re-established. Page 12...
  • Page 15: Operation - Introduction

    • Make sure your power amplifier/s are switched off. • Switch on all source units (and the TV monitor if used). VOL -30dB Dolby/DTS indicators • Connect the 8000AP to the mains power and switch on. 3/2.1 Audiolab 8000AP • Switch the unit on via tye mains switch on the rear panel.
  • Page 16: Analogue Inputs And Screen Displays

    5.1 analogue inputs on the rear subwoofer/LFE panel directly to the volume control on the 8000AP . When you select this input you will hear a relay operate as the input is selected and all processing functions are disabled.
  • Page 17: Volume And Balance Controls

    The 8000AP mutes momentarily whenever you change inputs or undertake certain functions. If you set the 8000AP to Standby when the display is switched off, when you bring the unit out of Standby the display will balance restore.
  • Page 18: The Qset Menu -1

    9a: The Qset Menu - 1 The QSet menu enables you to set up basic system Press the (Qset) SIZES parameters from the front pane. If you select Small: (Qset) SIZES Centre = Small 50Hz The best way is to use QSet to trim the system. If you are Is there a subwoofer? Subwoofer = Yes making adjustments to the setup so you can play a disc that is...
  • Page 19: The Qset Menu - Lip-Sync

    Front Left loudspeaker. Individual speaker NOTE: The selected lip-sync delay will remain even after levels can be adjusted by up to +/- 10dB. the 8000AP is switched off. If you have adjusted the lip-sync because of programme irregularities you should reset it to the...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    8000AP . Check that: • the correct video input is selected at the TV. • the 8000AP is set up to use all the speakers in your system. • the correct TV system is enabled (see Page 17) • a suitable surround sound source is selected and playing.
  • Page 21: Care And Cleaning

    In the UK equipment may be returned to the IAG Service All work will be carried out by Audiolab or its authorised Centre. In the USA equipment may be returned to the Service This warranty provides benefits that are additional to and do agents or distributors.
  • Page 22: Specifications

    1 OSD (On Screen Display) output (Composite Video) Range 1 RS232 Communications port Separate Analogue and Digital Power Supply with 10 Audiolab reserves the right to alter design and specification without notice. Regulated Supplies. Specification may vary for different countries. Page 20...
  • Page 24 Audiolab IAG House, Sovereign Court, Ermine Business Park, Huntingdon Cambs PE29 6XU Tel: 01480 447700 Fax: 01480 431767...

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