NuForce AVP-17 Owner's Manual

NuForce AVP-17 Owner's Manual

Preamp and surround processor

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FCC Notice "Declaration of Conformity Information"
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Locate the antenna more than 30 feet away from the
equipment and connect it to the receiver using a shield cable.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING: Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment.
Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by us or parties authorized by us
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
There are two categories of Safety Instructions included in this manual:
Product Warnings, (i.e., what must never be done to assure avoiding those hazards that could
cause bodily injury or property damage); and
User Directions (i.e., what must always be done to assure the safe use of your device).
The Safety Instructions contained in this manual have been categorized in accordance with the seriousness
of the potential hazards through the use of Signal Words. Those Signal Words, and their intended
meanings, are as follows:
DANGER: Indicates that a failure to observe the Safety Instructions could result in death or catastrophic
bodily injury.
WARNING: Indicates that a failure to observe the Safety Instructions could result in serious bodily injury.
CAUTION: Indicates that a failure to observe the Safety Instructions could result in minor bodily injury or
property damage.
NOTE: Designates important information that relates to activities and/or conditions that might result in
loss of data and/or damage to your device.
Safe Use and Operation of Your Device
This equipment emits stray RF energy and will interfere with the reception of signals by airborne electronic
navigational devices or medical devices. Do not operate this equipment near any sensitive medical devices.
WARNING: Use only grounded AC power cords.
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nuforce.com
EMAIL: salesteam@nuforce.com, support@nuforce.com
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PHONE: +1-408-627-7859
FAX: +1-408-262-6877
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  • Page 1 Do not operate this equipment near any sensitive medical devices. WARNING: Use only grounded AC power cords. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 356 South Abbott Avenue, Milpitas, CA 95035, USA • PHONE: +1-408-627-7859 • FAX: +1-408-262-6877 nuforce.com • EMAIL: salesteam@nuforce.com, support@nuforce.com • Skype: nuforce-sales...
  • Page 2 Manual DANGER: If NuForce equipment and all other equipments connected to it do not have AC ground, higher than usual amount of radio frequency emission could occur. Always immediately disconnect the power to the equipment in the event the device emits an unusual odor or sound or generates smoke.
  • Page 3 The unit shows signs of improper operation • The unit has been dropped or damaged in any way ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 356 South Abbott Avenue, Milpitas, CA 95035, USA • PHONE: +1-408-627-7859 • FAX: +1-408-262-6877 nuforce.com • EMAIL: salesteam@nuforce.com, support@nuforce.com • Skype: nuforce-sales...
  • Page 4 The deep, articulate bass provides plenty of kick for both music and movie soundtracks. We thank you for your purchase and are confident that the AVP-17 will enhance your home theater and music-listening experience. Before using the AVP-17, please take a few moments to read this instruction manual to familiarize yourself with its features, settings, and adjustments.
  • Page 5 Manual ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 356 South Abbott Avenue, Milpitas, CA 95035, USA • PHONE: +1-408-627-7859 • FAX: +1-408-262-6877 nuforce.com • EMAIL: salesteam@nuforce.com, support@nuforce.com • Skype: nuforce-sales...
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    AVP-17. Otherwise connect the Left and Right analog audio outputs from your satellite or cable TV box to the Left and Right Analog Inputs on the rear panel of the AVP-17. 7) Multi-channel analog outputs from a SACD or DVD-A player may be connected to the corresponding 7.1CH INPUT(s) on the rear panel of the AVP-17.
  • Page 7 AVP-17’s features and settings. 1) To start, Press the Volume Down key to lower the initial volume. Point the remote at the AVP-17 and press one of the 8 input keys (an input that is hooked up as above, with the source component powered on).
  • Page 8: Input Selection

    NuForce and AVP 17 before arriving at the previously selected input and volume setting. Note: if the volume was set higher than 60 when the unit was turned off, on the next power-on cycle the AVP-17 will ramp up to an initial volume level of 60.
  • Page 9: Audio Setup

    Press the Function knob again to confirm selection. SETTINGS Main Volume The Volume knob on the AVP-17 and the Volume control buttons on the remote control adjust the volume level of all speaker channels simultaneously. On Screen Display For the On Screen Display to function properly, the video input format (Composite, Component, or S- Video) must match the video output format, and the correct input source (DVD, CABLE, VCR, or AUX1) must be selected.
  • Page 10 R, and ADJ SUBWOOFER. Speaker Setup The AVP-17 allows a number of parameters to be set in order to accommodate different speaker configurations. For example, the audio signal going to each speaker can be adjusted to conform to the specific speaker’s frequency range and size. If you have large, full-range main speakers with substantial output below 60Hz, the speaker function should be set to LARGE.
  • Page 11 Speaker Level Test Tones Each speaker’s relative volume level should be equal at the center listening position. The AVP-17 incorporates a test-tone generator, which can help fine-tune audio levels for each speaker channel.
  • Page 12 Blue Screen Access FUNC BLUE from the FUNCTION sub-menu. Choosing BLUE AUTO, the AVP-17 outputs a blue screen in the absence of video signal. BLUE OFF defeats the feature.
  • Page 13: Specifications

    Dimension: 3.54” X 17” x 18” (H x W x L), 17.5 lb • Electrical: AC 110/230VAC, 20W, auto-sensing. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 356 South Abbott Avenue, Milpitas, CA 95035, USA • PHONE: +1-408-627-7859 • FAX: +1-408-262-6877 nuforce.com • EMAIL: salesteam@nuforce.com • Skype: nuforce-sales...
  • Page 14: Terms And Conditions Of Sale

    The risk of loss passes to Buyer upon delivery to the carrier at NuForce’ point of shipment. NuForce retains title to the Products until NuForce has received payment in full of all sums due in connection with the sale of Products to Buyer.
  • Page 15 Agreement, and each party hereby consents to the jurisdiction and venue of such courts. All waivers of the exercise any remedy or option provided herein, or to require any performance by Buyer must be in a writing signed by NuForce. If any provision of these Terms is declared invalid, illegal or unenforceable, all remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
  • Page 16: Warranty Coverage

    (b) to damage caused by service performed by anyone who is not an Nuforce Authorized Service Provider; (c) to a product or a part that has been modified without the written permission of Nuforce; or (d) if any Nuforce serial number has been removed or defaced.
  • Page 17 This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary by state or province. (c) 2007 Nuforce, Inc. All rights reserved. NuForce and the Nuforce logo are trademarks of Nuforce Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries...

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