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- Page 1 NOTE This manual is provided for REFERENCE purposes only. Information contained in this manual, including contact and warranty information, may NOT be current or correct.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 3 Thank You for your PT-7020A Purchase 4 Safety Precautions 5 NEC (National Electrical Code) Standards 5 Unpacking the PT-7020A 6 Features 6 Connectivity 7 Installation and Connections 7 AC Power Considerations 7 Connection Tips for Superior Sound... -
Page 3: Thank You
To fully enjoy the best theater experience the sound must be perfect. But how can we be sure the sound is right for your room? We have designed a unique circuit for the PT-7020A that (with the supplied microphone) analyzes the specific characteristics of your home theater and feeds them back to the on-board chip. -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
After successful installation and configuration of 2. Objects have fallen, or liquid has spilled into the the PT-7020A, be sure to retain this manual in a safe place component; or for any future reference needs. -
Page 5: Nec (National Electrical Code) Standards
NEC (National Electrical Code) Unpacking the PT-7020A Standards The Sherbourn PT-7020A Pre/Pro should reach you in flawless condition. If you notice any shipping damage or other issues A Note for the Cable Television (CATV) Installer upon unpacking the unit, please contact your Sherbourn This reminder is to call the CATV system installer’s attention... -
Page 6: Features
Features Connectivity (5) HDMI inputs and (1) HDMI output. Twin Cirrus® 32 bit dual core DSP’s Decoding support for Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, (3) Composite video inputs (RCA) Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital True HD, Dolby PLIIx, (3) S-video inputs (S-video mini DIN) DTS, DTSES, DTS HD, DTS Master Audio, DTS Neo 6, SPDIF, PCM 8 channel (note: some audio formats are (3) Component video inputs (RCA) -
Page 7: Installation And Connections
Some have to be removed with a twisting action. Be gentle Be careful not to scratch the display window. or you may damage the jacks of your PT-7020A, or other components. AC Power Considerations... -
Page 8: Connection Types
Component Video Component cables look just like composite cables. The All audio inputs on the PT-7020A can be either Analog or difference is that, where a composite cable carries the entire Digital. Any audio input can be set to:... -
Page 9: Front Panel Features
ON/OFF AM/FM button toggles between the AM or FM band. rocker switch in the back of the PT-7020A is in the ON Press and hold it to scan the station presets. Press it again position. - Page 10 more, the tuner will automatically keep tuning stations. DIM Button Press UP or DOWN once again to stop when it reaches The front panel lights have ten levels of illumination - 10 a station you like. being the brightest, 1 being the dimmest and off to Preset Tuner Memory Buttons - Press just the numbers eliminate all illumination.
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Page 11: Rear Panel Layout
(It is not recommended to use any other microphone, remote control. The seven channels of analog audio will as the calibration files will not match.) then pass into the PT-7020A. Note: This is designed to be a very short, ultra pure, analog- 8. Co-Axial & Optical only signal path. - Page 12 Five on-board HDMI inputs and one HDMI output are This port is reserved for future expansion. present on the PT-7020A. Each Input can be set to an (Caution: Do not plug a USB cable into this independent source. Each input can be set up in multiple port) configurations for the same source component.
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Page 13: Remote Control
ON position after you for help. connect the PT-7020A to line voltage so that it will power A few tips to get the most out of your PT-7020A Remote up as intended. Control: Make sure you use high quality batteries and replace them when you notice a reduction in the range and operation of the remote control. - Page 14 9. OFF This turns the unit off and returns it to standby mode. (Note: Please turn the volume down on the PT-7020A before turning it off. The PT- 7020A will return to the last volume level. Leaving the PT-7020A turned to a high volume could result in damage to your speakers.) 10.
- Page 15 SETUP menu. POWER This powers on and off your Zone 2. If Zone-2 is on and you turn off the PT-7020A, the power button will remain blue to show you Zone 2 is active. INPUT This allows you to choose the input for your Zone 2 operation. These inputs would have been setup in the Zone 2 section of the SETUP menu.
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Page 16: Operating The Pt-7020A
Sync (2-Channel down-mix of Main Zone) will always remain as the Tuner input. Tuner SETUP This is where you set up all the features on the PT-7020A. Cable You have seven choices; INPUT NAME, INPUT SETUP, VIDEO SETUP, ADVANCED PLAY-BACK, SPEAKER SETUP, EQ AND LOAD DEFAULT. - Page 17 CONTRAST, SHARPNESS and OSD DEPTH. This is where you set the input volume level for each If the PT-7020A is set to Pass Through you cannot adjust source. The source can be set from -10 to +10 in 1 db the OSD depth.
- Page 18 Direct, DSP, PLIIx and NEO:6. If you set this to Direct, every time you are on this input and the PT-7020A recognizes an analog source the PT-7020A will automatically be set to direct. Each audio mode can have different presets.
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Page 19: Connection Diagrams
This configuration shows a DVD-Video and/or Blu-Ray player connection where the audio and video output from the DVD-Video and/or Blu-Ray player is taken through the HDMI connection. When you select DVD on the PT-7020A, the audio output from the DVD player will play through the PT-7020A and video will appear on the TV or projector (remember that you must first select the correct input on the TV). -
Page 20: Connecting A Dvd-Video Player (Using Digital Audio + Component Video)
Video player is taken from the digital output (Coaxial or Optical) and video output is taken from the Component Video outputs (the Red/Blue/Green trio). When you select DVD on the PT-7020A, the audio output from the DVD player will play through the audio system and video will appear on the TV or projector (you must first select the correct input on the TV). -
Page 21: Connecting A Dvd-Video Player (Using Analog Audio + Composite Video)
Composite Video output (the Yellow RCA jack). When you select DVD on the PT-7020A, the audio output from the DVD player will play through the audio system and video will appear on the TV or projector (remember that you must first select the correct input on the TV). - Page 22 Component Video outputs (the Red/Blue/Green trio) labeled “Component” on the back panel of the PT-7020A. Audio in this case is connected between the set top box and the PT-7020A using a Digital Audio (Coaxial or Optical) connection.
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Page 23: Connecting The 7.1 Channel Analog Inputs
This example for the video portion of the connection of the connection demonstrates how a Composite signal is used out of the DVD-A player and is up-scaled in the PT-7020A to utilize the Component Video output to the TV. Always use the highest quality native video signal available out of the... -
Page 24: Connecting A Cd Player (Digital Audio)
RCA connection instead. The advantage of doing it the way shown is utilizing the professional grade digital to analog converters built into the PT-7020A to decode the signal rather than having that done in the CD player. -
Page 25: Connecting A Cassette Tape Or Dat Deck
(may also be labeled PLAY). If you plan to use the Cassette Tape Deck for recording, you also must connect the PT-7020A’s TAPE audio outputs into the Cassette Tape Deck inputs (may also be labeled RECORD). -
Page 26: Connecting The Am And Fm Antennas
Position the AM and FM antennas where reception is best. The AM loop antenna that has been included with the PT-7020A has been matched to the AM tuner for optimum reception. If you choose to use an outdoor FM antenna, please observe proper safety precautions regarding home wiring as outlined in the beginning of this manual. -
Page 27: Connecting An Amplifier (7.1 Configuration)
This configuration shows the MAIN ZONE connections to a multi-channel amplifier configured for 7 channel operation. Also note the connection of the 12 VDC trigger to turn on the amplifier. In this configuration the PT-7020A is connected to 7 channels of amplification via XLR outputs. The XLR SUBWOOFER output would... -
Page 28: Connecting A Powered Subwoofer Via Xlr
This configuration shows the MAIN ZONE connections to a multi-channel amplifier as in the previous connection illustration, only the powered subwoofer connection utilized the XLR output from PT-7020A. The advantage of the XLR balanced connections is that they have a much higher rejection to any radiated noise from AC line cord interference. -
Page 29: Connecting An Amplifier (Zone 2)
Connection Diagram 11 Connecting an Amplifier (Zone 2) This configuration shows the ZONE 2 connections to two channels of a multi-channel amplifier. In this configuration you would run just the two channels for Zone 2. If you are connecting Zone 2 in this way, you should connect both the MAIN Zone and Zone 2 trigger inputs to turn on the amplifier. -
Page 30: Speaker Placement Tips
The Surround Back Speakers (within two feet). This will help give a smooth transition The PT-7020A has two extra outputs for surround back when sound effects move from speaker to speaker. speakers. These create a wonderful sense of realism in... -
Page 31: Subwoofer Location
The PT-7020A can be configured for one or two surround the screen, an unshielded speaker is too close to the screen back speakers. Ideally, all the surround speakers should be and should be moved away from the television until the of the same make and model, and fitted at similar heights color distortion disappears. -
Page 32: Speaker Setup
The HDMI Audio Output can be set to off and Auto. You This is where you use the test tones to set the volume levels would set this to off if you did not want the PT-7020A to of your speakers and subwoofer. -
Page 33: Sherbourn Room Correction (Src)
Each input can be set up independently with a different Load Default This is where you can return all of your PT-7020A’s settings to the original factory default. If you get into a real bind and feel like you have messed it all up, fear not. By loading... -
Page 34: 2Nd Zone Operation
Dealer for help. You have a variety of options that will allow you enjoy your PT-7020A in another room, outside on the patio or by The PT-7020A will not turn on (No Power) the pool. - Page 35 There is No TV Picture component video connections. Make sure that the video input of your TV monitor is connected to the Main monitor output on the PT-7020A Sound drops out with CD or DVD playback rear panel. Make sure the disc is not dirty or scratched.
- Page 36 If the hum persists, disconnect all the source components Check the following: one at a time from the back of the PT-7020A, until you Make sure each speaker’s average impedance is not less identify the problem. (Ground loop isolators are available than your amplifiers can safely handle.
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Page 37: Five Year Limited Warranty
Sherbourn Technologies, Inc. (Sherbourn) warrants to necessary de-installation of the Product, and (ii) deliver or the original owner that this model PT-7020A shall be ship the Product, properly packaged and clearly identified free from defects in workmanship or materials for a... -
Page 38: Licensing And Trademark Disclosures
Licensing LLC. This product is manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. U.S. Patent Numbers: 5,451,942; HDMI and how it works concerning your PT-7020A 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; In determining if all sources in the HDMI chain are 7,212,872;...
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