Radio Connectors; Connection Guide - Arcam AVR850 Handbook

Connection guide

Blu-ray Disc (BD)/DVD player
The diagram shows how to make audio and video
connections from a typical BD/DVD player.
The preferred audio hook-up is using the HDMI
or coaxial digital connector (usually marked
), in addition to the coaxial analogue
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
outputs for left and right channels.
STB/MHL GAME AV
In each case, use the audio inputs labelled on the
BD
AVR850/AVR550/SR250.
HDMI
Z2 OUT STB GAME AV BD
Satellite receiver
A satellite receiver is connected in the same way as a BD
ANALOGUE AUDIO
player, with the same order of preference according to HEIGHT 1 HEIGHT 2
L
the outputs provided by the satellite receiver.
In each case, use the inputs labelled SAT on the AVR850/ R
PREAMP OUT SUB 2
AVR550/SR250. Note that digital audio input from a
PREAMP OUT
satellite receiver sometimes requires a coaxial/TOSLINK
FL SL C SBL
(digital connector) interconnect cable, as some satellite
receivers do not implement audio over HDMI properly
or at all.
FR SR SUB SBR
CD player
Connect the digital audio output (if provided by the CD
player) to the digital CD input of the AVR850/AVR550/
SR250, using a high quality coaxial interconnect cable.
Connect the right and left analogue audio outputs of the
CD player to the analogue inputs of the AVR850/
CD
AVR550/SR250, using a pair of high quality coaxial
interconnect cables.
NOTE:
For each input, you must set the 'Audio Source'
setting according to the connection type. (see "Input
Config. " on page E-29)
SAT BD VCR PVR ZONE2 OUTPUT2 OUTPUT1
OUT ARC
DIGITAL AUDIO
PVR CD SAT PVR
FM/DAB TRIG Z1 Z1 IR
ETHERNET
USB 5V / 1A DC6V RS232
BD CD STB AV
1.2A MAX TRIG Z2 Z2 IR
COAXIAL OPTICAL
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
ZONE 2 R 8Ω LOAD IMPEDANCE RECOMMENDED ZONE 2 L
HEIGHT 1 R HEIGHT 1 L
SBR SR FR C FL SL SBL
~ 50 – 60 Hz 1.5KW MAX
115 230
SBR SR FR C FL SL SBL
HEIGHT 1 R HEIGHT1 L
ZONE 2 R ZONE 2 L
Pr Pb Y
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STB/MHL GAME AV SAT BD VCR
HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO
Z2 OUT STB GAME radio AV BD PVR CD SAT PVR
connectors
ANALOGUE AUDIO BD CD STB
HEIGHT 1 HEIGHT 2 COAXIAL
L
SPEAKER OUTPUTS
ZONE 2 R 8Ω LOAD IMPEDANCE RECOMMENDED
HEIGHT 1 R
R
SBR SR FR
SUB 2
PREAMP OUT
PREAMP OUT
Aerial connectors
FL SL C SBL
The AVR850/AVR550/SR250 is fitted with an FM and
a DAB/DAB+ receiver module. The type of aerial you
SBR SR FR
FR SR SUB SBR HEIGHT 1 R
need depends on your listening preferences and the
ZONE 2 R
local conditions.
Your AVR850/AVR550/SR250 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.
Contact your local Arcam dealer or aerial installation
experts for advice about local reception conditions.
BD/SAT
DAB/FM
PVR ZONE2 OUTPUT2 OUTPUT1
OUT ARC
TRIG Z1 Z1 IR
FM/DAB
ETHERNET
USB 5V / 1A RS232
DC6V
AV
1.2A MAX TRIG Z2 Z2 IR
OPTICAL
ZONE 2 L
HEIGHT 1 L
C FL SL SBL
In strong signal areas, the DAB/FM 'T' wire 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
~ 50 – 60 Hz 1.5KW MAX
positioned vertically for DAB reception
115 230
C FL SL SBL since broadcasts are vertically polarised.
HEIGHT1 L
ZONE 2 L
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/FM,
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
L-band, then ask your dealer for advice for the best
aerial to use.
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