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Adcom GFR-700 User Manual

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  • Page 1 GFR-700 A/V Receiver User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 The GFR-700 is not only designed to reproduce the highest quality sound and picture but also to deliver the greatest possible value. It is our engineers’ passion for perfection that has enabled our components to be judged the equivalent of others costing two, three, or even five times as much.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1 - Welcome Introduction ………………………………………………… 5 Key Features ………………………………………………… 5 Unpacking the GFR-700 ……………………………… 5 Placing the GFR-700 …………………………………… 6 About the Remote Control ………………………… 6 Front Panel Overview ………………………………… 7 Remote Control Overview …………………………… 8 Rear Panel Overview ……………………………………10 Display Overview …………………………………………12...
  • Page 4 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. GFR-700 Owner’s Manual WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 - Welcome

    Chapter 1 - Welcome Introduction Introducing Adcom’s new take on the A/V Receiver: the no-nonsense GFR-700. Who hasn’t grown weary of manufacturers claiming every product on offer as redefining some elusive “standards” or idealizing the ever popular catch-all, “state of the art?” Well, so have we.

  • Page 6: Placing The Gfr-700

    Placing the GFR-700 Place the GFR-700 on a stable, vibration-free surface away from moisture and out of direct sunlight. Your Adcom dealer will be pleased to show you many dif- ferent types of audio/video equipment racks and cabinets. The GFR-700’s rear panel is the central connecting point for almost every component in your audio/ video system.

  • Page 7: Front Panel Overview

    Front Panel Overview The following is an overview of the GFR-700 front panel. Standby button Powers the GFR-700 on and off (Standby mode). • The rear panel power switch must be on for this button to function. • The Power LED glows amber in Standby mode and red in On mode.

  • Page 8: Remote Control Overview

    Remote Control Overview The following is an overview of the GFR-700 remote control buttons and their operations. Note: The GFR-700 is a programmable remote that can be “taught” to control virtually any component in your home theater system. To program the remote for each input source, see page 42.
  • Page 9 11 Bass button Programmable button. 12 Treble button Programmable button. 13 Sleep button Sets the sleep timer to power the GFR-700 off after a specified length of time (30~180 min- utes). 14 Backlight button Turns the remote control backlight on.

  • Page 10: Rear Panel Overview

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  • Page 11 10 Zone 2 IR input Connects to an IR remote sensor to control the GFR-700 from Room 2. 11 RS232 control Use to control the GFR-700 with a PC or home automation system or to upgrade the receiv- er’s firmware. 12 Main controls •...

  • Page 12: Display Overview

    Display Overview The following is an overview of the GFR-700 on-screen and front panel displays. Video source Displays the selected video source. Audio source Displays the selected audio source. • In Tuner mode, displays the selected tuner frequency. Surround mode Displays the selected Surround mode.

  • Page 13: Connections Overview

    Chapter 2 - Connections Connections Overview The GFR-700 is the heart and soul of your entertain- ment system. All roads lead to it (from your input devices), and all roads lead from it (to your output devices). In this chapter, you will connect the GFR- 700 to the various components in your home theater system.

  • Page 14: Am/Fm Antenna Connections

    AM/FM Antenna Connections Follow these steps to connect the supplied AM/FM antennas to the GFR-700. Connecting the AM Loop Antenna Assemble the antenna. • Rotate the base until it snaps into place. Connect the antenna. • Locate the AM antenna inputs.

  • Page 15: Basic Audio/Video Connections

    Connect video. • Using a composite video cable, connect the video output on your video component to the video input on the GFR-700. • For higher quality video, use an S-video cable to connect the S-video output on the video component to the S-video input on the GFR- 700.

  • Page 16: Dvd Player Connections

    DVD Player Connections The GFR-700 is a movie lover’s dream. Choose from the following special options when connecting your DVD player. Component/Progressive Scan Connections To take the video quality up a notch, use your DVD player’s Component/Progressive Scan outputs. •...

  • Page 17: Component/Progressive Scan Connections

    Component/Progressive Scan Connections The GFR-700 features four Component video inputs for connection to DVD players, digital CableTV box- es, digital satellite receivers, HDTV receivers/tuners, and more. Component video is the best available analog con- nection method to an HDTV set, and if you have a Progressive Scan DVD player, the picture quality is even more impressive.

  • Page 18: Digital Audio Connections

    Digital Audio Connections The GFR-700 features six digital audio inputs—three coaxial and three optical—to receive multi-channel bitstreams from your DVD player or other digital au- dio source component. Connecting Digital Audio Components Choose an available digital audio input. Connect digital audio cable(s).

  • Page 19: Hdmi Connections

    As a result, digital signals can pass unfettered from your HDMI-compatible source components to the GFR-700 and out to your digital TV for superior pic- ture and sound quality. Connecting HDMI Components Choose an available HDMI input.

  • Page 20: External Decoder Connections

    Using eight RCA cables, connect the 7.1 channel analog audio outputs from your DVD player to the corresponding Ext 7.1 inputs on the GFR-700. If your DVD player has 5.1-channel analog out- puts, use six RCA cables and omit the RB and LB connections.

  • Page 21: Cd/Tape Player Connections

    GFR-700. Connecting a CD Player Using RCA cables, connect the audio outputs on your CD player to the CD inputs on the GFR-700. • If your CD player is equipped with a digital audio output (e.g. to play back a DTS CD), see Digital Audio Connections on page 18.

  • Page 22: Tv/Monitor Connections

    TV/Monitor Connections There are four ways to connect the GFR-700 to a TV, monitor, or other display device: • Composite Video • S-Video • Component/Progressive Scan Video • HDMI Composite Video Connections Using a video cable, connect the Monitor output on the GFR-700 to the video input on your dis- play device.

  • Page 23: Speaker Placement

    You will have to experiment with various placement options to determine the best configuration for your specific situation. • If space permits, install surrounds 2-3 feet above viewers to minimize localization effects. www.adcom.com 7.1 Speaker Placement 5.1 Speaker Placement GFR-700 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 24: Speaker Connections

    Follow these steps to connect your front (LF/RF), center (C), and surround (LS/RS) speakers. For sub- woofer or surround back connections, see page 25. Connecting Speakers Route speaker wire from your speakers to the following GFR-700 terminals: • LF - Left front • C - Center •...

  • Page 25: External Amplifier Connections

    Nevertheless, 7.1 preamp outputs are provided so you can hook the GFR-700 up to an even bigger rig (the GFA-7707 comes to mind), if desired. More importantly, these preamp outputs can also be used in tandem with the GFR-700’s built-in amplifier...

  • Page 26: Video Recorder Connections

    VCR. Once you’ve connected a dual playback/record de- vice to the Video 3 or Video 4 inputs (see page 15), follow these steps to connect the GFR-700 back out to the device for record capability. Connecting a Video Recorder Connect video.

  • Page 27: Tape Out/Aux Connections

    Tape Out/Aux Connections The GFR-700 includes two additional sets of RCA out- puts for connection to a tape recorder and/or audio system. Follow these steps to connect your audio output device to the GFR-700. Connecting a Tape Recorder Connect the tape recorder.

  • Page 28: Room 2 Connections

    Room 2 will power on auto- matically. Connecting a Remote Sensor If you want to be able to control the GFR-700 while in the second room, simply connect an IR sensor to the Zone 2 remote input.

  • Page 29: Control Connections

    fine-tuning your home theater. This section is all about control: • Remote IR sensors - These allow you to control your GFR-700 even if it is behind closed doors or otherwise concealed from view. • Triggers - These allow you to automatically power on connected devices, such as motorized movie screens and connected amplifiers, when...

  • Page 30: Power Connections

    Connect the supplied power cable to the AC input and plug it into an electrical outlet. Turning on the Power Turn on the main power switch. • This switch effectively connects or dis- connects the GFR-700 from the AC power source. �� ������� � ��...

  • Page 31: Chapter 3 - Setup

    Chapter 3 - Setup Setup Overview The following is an overview of the GFR-700 Setup menu, including: • Setup navigation ... 32 • Input configuration ... 33 • Speaker configuration ... 34 • Delay configuration ... 35 • Channel balance ... 36 •...

  • Page 32: Setup Navigation

    Press the / buttons to step through all avail- able options for the selected menu item. • Select - Press the Select button to confirm your menu selections. Main Arrows GFR-700 Owner’s Manual Setup Select...

  • Page 33: Input Configuration

    Use the / buttons to select: • Auto, Composite, S-video, Component, or By- pass • If you select Auto, the GFR-700 will automati- cally detect which video input jacks are in use. www.adcom.com • If you select Bypass, the Setup menu and on- screen displays will not be shown.

  • Page 34: Speaker Configuration

    (LB) and right back (RB) outputs, respectively. • Select None if you do NOT have surround back speakers. GFR-700 Owner’s Manual SUBWOOFER Indicates the presence of a subwoofer. Use the / buttons to select: •...

  • Page 35: Delay Configuration

    Delay Configuration How far is each speaker from your primary listen- ing area? The GFR-700 uses this information to cal- culate differences in distance and adds milliseconds of delay if necessary to ensure that all audio signals reach your ears simultaneously from all speakers.

  • Page 36: Channel Balance

    Channel Balance How can you achieve optimal balance in volume lev- els from all speakers? The GFR-700 supplies individ- ual sliders and a “pink noise” test tone to aid you in balancing your speaker levels. For best results, it is...

  • Page 37: Pro Logic Iix/Neo:6 Configuration

    Pro Logic IIx/Neo:6 Configuration The GFR-700 makes the most of your incoming ste- reo signals. With the built-in Dolby Pro Logic IIx and DTS Neo:6 decoders, not only can you slice, dice, and expertly distribute a stereo signal to seven or more speakers, you can even fine-tune the imaging...

  • Page 38: Room 2 Basic Configuration

    • When Room 2 is enabled, the selected input source will be sent from the Zone 2 Outputs on the GFR-700 rear panel to the audio inputs of your Room 2 receiver. VOLUME Adjusts the volume level of the Room 2 audio signal.

  • Page 39: Room 2 Advanced Configuration

    Room 2 Advanced Configuration The Room 2 Advanced Configuration menu contains powerful tools to customize and optimize the output of the GFR-700 to your secondary audio system. To access the Room 2 Advanced Config menu: Press the Main button on the remote control.

  • Page 40: System Configuration

    Use the / buttons to choose from the follow- ing menu items: INITIAL POWER Sets the GFR-700 to initialize in either On or Standby mode whenever the main rear panel power switch is turned on. Use the / buttons to select: •...

  • Page 41: Analog Input Level

    Analog Input Level The GFR-700 allows you to adjust the voltage ref- erence levels independently for each of the unit’s seven analog audio inputs. Check the technical spec- ifications of your source components to determine the optimum reference level setting.

  • Page 42: Remote Control Setup

    Remote Control Setup The GFR-700 is a learning remote control that is ca- pable of storing and executing commands for all re- mote controls in your home theater system. In this way, you can eliminate the confusion of using mul- tiple remotes.

  • Page 43: Using Preprogrammed Commands

    Selects VIDEO 3 codes vid 4 Selects VIDEO 4 codes (GDV-850) Selects CD codes (GCD-750) tuner Selects GFR-700 Tuner codes Rm. 2 Selects GFR-700 Room 2 codes power Toggles Power On/Standby ext 7.1 Toggles External 7.1 input On/Off tape Toggles Tape Monitor On/Off...
  • Page 44 Selects VIDEO 3 codes vid 4 Selects VIDEO 4 codes (GDV-850) Selects CD codes (GCD-750) tuner Selects GFR-700 Tuner codes Rm. 2 Selects GFR-700 Room 2 codes power Toggles Power On/Standby ext 7.1 Toggles External 7.1 input On/Off tape Toggles Tape Monitor On/Off...
  • Page 45 Selects VIDEO 3 codes vid 4 Selects VIDEO 4 codes (GDV-850) Selects CD codes (GCD-750) tuner Selects GFR-700 Tuner codes Rm. 2 Selects GFR-700 Room 2 codes power Toggles Power On/Standby ext 7.1 Programmable tape Toggles Tape Monitor On/Off mute...

  • Page 46: Programming Remote Commands

    The orange status LED and the Source button glow and remain lit. Status LED (Orange/Green/Red) GFR-700 Owner’s Manual On the GFR-700 remote, press the button to be taught. • The orange status LED begins flashing. On the Source remote control, press and hold the button to be copied.

  • Page 47: Deleting Remote Commands

    • The orange status LED blinks twice and turns off. Deleting all Commands for a Component On the GFR-700 remote, press the Source and Select buttons simultaneously. • The orange status LED and the Source button glow and remain lit.

  • Page 48: Programming Macro Buttons

    Programming Macro Buttons If you find yourself repeatedly pressing the same se- quence of buttons while using your GFR-700, then consider taking advantage of the built-in Macro fea- ture. Macros allow you to execute a series of com- mands (up to ten button presses) at the touch of a single button.

  • Page 49: Discrete Remote Control Commands

    Discrete Remote Control Commands The GFR-700 can be controlled via its serial RS-232 port. The serial port can be connected to a media control center, PC, or ‘dumb terminal’ via a straight-through standard 9-pin serial port cable (MALE on one end and FEMALE on the other end).
  • Page 50 Current Source) Select Digital “optical 3” input (for Current Source) Select Source: VIDEO 1 Select Source: VIDEO 2 Select Source: VIDEO 3 Select Source: VIDEO 4 GFR-700 Owner’s Manual Data ASCII Function Description 0x44 Select Source: CD 0x45 Select Source: TUNER (AM)

  • Page 51: Operations Overview

    Chapter 4 - Operations Operations Overview Now that you’ve connected and configured your GFR-700, it’s time for the fun part—enjoying the full power and performance of your Adcom system. This chapter covers: • Basic Audio/Video Playback ... 52 • Ext. 7.1 Playback ... 52 •...

  • Page 52: Basic Audio/Video Playback

    (Video 1, Video 2, Video 3, Video 4, or CD) on the GFR-700. Play your Source component. • If you programmed the GFR-700 remote con- trol, press the Play button to initiate play- back on your Source component. • The output signal from your Source compo- nent will be heard through your speaker sys- tem and/or seen on your display device.

  • Page 53: Selecting Surround Modes

    Decodes the DTS 6-channel digital bit- streams found on many commercial DVDs. Use if: • Your source component is connected to the GFR-700’s coaxial or optical digital audio inputs. • Your source audio is in DTS format. • You have five speakers plus a subwoofer.
  • Page 54 Other Surround Modes 7.1 m Uses an Adcom-proprietary digital pro- cessing technology to expand incoming stereo signals to 7.1-channel surround sound. Use if: • Your source component is connected to the ana- log or digital audio inputs. • Your source audio is in 2-channel analog or digi- tal PCM format.

  • Page 55: Basic Recording

    Basic Recording Follow these steps make a recording using the play- back and recording components connected to the GFR-700. You will first need to identify your Source and Target components. • Source - This can be the AM/FM tuner or any connected audio/video device (e.g, a cable box,...

  • Page 56: Tuner Operations

    • Press the Up/Down buttons on the front panel. Storing Stations as Presets The GFR-700 allows you to store up to 64 presets (32 for each band). To store the selected station as a preset: Press the Mem button on the remote control.

  • Page 57: System Operations

    Using the Sleep Timer If you enjoy falling asleep while watching TV or lis- tening to music, you can use the sleep timer to au- tomatically power off the GFR-700 after a set period of time. To set the sleep timer: Press the Sleep button on the remote control.

  • Page 58: Room 2 Operations

    Room 2 Operations The Room 2 feature makes the GFR-700 a true multi- tasking device. For example, you can watch a movie in one room and play a CD in another at the touch of a button. To use the Room 2 feature, you must have: •...

  • Page 59: Chapter 5 - Help

    flawless in both appearance and performance. After you have unpacked the GFR-700, inspect it for physical damage. Save the shipping carton and all packing material as they are intended to reduce the possibility of transportation damage should the re- ceiver ever need to be shipped again.

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The table below shows possible causes and solutions to common GFR-700 issues. If you do not see the answers you need here, please contact your Adcom dealer or customer service department; see page 59. Symptom Possible Reason No sound •...

  • Page 61: Technical Specifications

    • Room 2 ... 50mA @ 12vDC IR Inputs • Main ... 3.5mm T/R • Room 2 ... 3.5mm T/R RS232 Control ...9600 baud/8 - N-1/ Specifications are subject to change without notice. GFR-700 Owner’s Manual 230vAC-50Hz Flow Control = Hardware...

  • Page 62: Index

    Customer Support 59 Delay Configuration 35 Dimmer 57 Features 5 Front Panel Display 12 Overview 7 GFR-700 Owner’s Manual Input Configuration 33 Lip Sync Delay 9, 33 Macro Programming 48 Neo:6 Configuration 37 On-Screen Display 12, 22 Placement 6 Playback Basic Audio/Video 52 External 7.1 52...
  • Page 63 Adcom shall not be liable for any errors contained herein or for any damages arising out of or related to this document or the informa- tion contained herein, even if Adcom has been advised of the possibility of such damages. This document is intended for informational and instructional purposes only.
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