Panasonic SA-XR50 User manual

Panasonic
Brand
Panasonic
Model
SA-XR50
Category
Car media receivers
Type
User manual

This manual is also suitable for

E EB
RQT7492-B
Model No. SA-XR50
GN
Operating Instructions
AV Control Receiver
Dear customer
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these
instructions completely.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Note:
“EB” on the packaging indicates the United Kingdom.
Table of contents
Caution for AC Mains Lead.................................................... 2
Safety precautions ................................................................. 2
Supplied accessories ............................................................ 3
The remote control ................................................................ 3
Control guide ........................................................................ 14
The radio ............................................................................... 16
RDS broadcasts.................................................................... 18
Audio settings....................................................................... 19
Other functions..................................................................... 21
Making a recording............................................................... 21
Advanced setup.................................................................... 22
Specifications ....................................................................... 23
Troubleshooting guide.......................................... Back cover
Maintenance........................................................... Back cover
Before use
Step
1
Home Theater connections....4
• DVD player • Speakers
• TV or monitor • AC mains lead
Step
2
Other connections..................6
• DVD recorder/VCR • CD recorder
• TV or monitor • Tape deck
• Cable box or
satellite receiver
etc.
• Video camera etc.
• Antennas
• Using speaker
terminal B
•CD player
Step
3
Settings..................................10
• Multi control basic • Adjusting speaker
setup settings output level
Step
4
Basic operations...................12
• Sound modes
Operations
Reference
2
Before use
RQT7492
Caution for AC Mains Lead Safety precautions
Set the unit up on an even surface away from direct sunlight, high
temperatures, high humidity, and excessive vibration. These conditions
can damage the cabinet and other components, thereby shortening the
unit’s service life.
Do not place heavy items on the unit.
Do not use high voltage power sources. This can overload the unit and
cause a fire.
Do not use a DC power source. Check the source carefully when
setting the unit up on a ship or other place where DC is used.
Ensure the AC mains lead is connected correctly and not damaged.
Poor connection and lead damage can cause fire or electric shock. Do not
pull, bend, or place heavy items on the lead.
Grasp the plug firmly when unplugging the lead. Pulling the AC mains
lead can cause electric shock.
Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This can cause electric shock.
Do not let metal objects fall inside the unit. This can cause electric
shock or malfunction.
Do not let liquids get into the unit. This can cause electric shock or
malfunction. If this occurs, immediately disconnect the unit from the power
supply and contact your dealer.
Do not spray insecticides onto or into the unit. They contain flammable
gases which can ignite if sprayed into the unit.
Do not attempt to repair this unit by yourself. If sound is interrupted,
indicators fail to light, smoke appears, or any other problem that is not
covered in these operating instructions occurs, disconnect the AC mains
lead and contact your dealer or an authorized service center. Electric
shock or damage to the unit can occur if the unit is repaired,
disassembled or reconstructed by unqualified persons.
Extend operating life by disconnecting the unit from the power source if
it is not to be used for a long time.
NORSK
SUOMI
(For United Kingdom)
(“EB” area code model only)
For your safety, please read the following text carefully.
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for
your safety and convenience.
A 5-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the
replacement fuse has a rating of 5-ampere and that it is approved
by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.
Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it
is refitted when the fuse is replaced.
If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a
replacement cover is obtained.
A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local dealer.
CAUTION!
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR
THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE
FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT
OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL
SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO
ANY 13-AMPERE SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as stated
below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue: Neutral, Brown: Live.
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured Black or Blue.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured Brown or Red.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE
EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE
LETTER E, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR
COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN/YELLOW.
THIS PLUG IS NOT WATERPROOF–KEEP DRY.
Before use
Remove the connector cover.
How to replace the fuse
The location of the fuse differ according to the type of AC mains
plug (figures A and B). Confirm the AC mains plug fitted and follow
the instructions below.
Illustrations may differ from actual AC mains plug.
1. Open the fuse cover with a screwdriver.
2. Replace the fuse and close or attach the fuse cover.
Fuse cover
Figure A
Figure
B
Fuse
(5
ampere)
Fuse
(5
ampere)
Figure A
Figure
B
Placement
Voltage
AC mains lead protection
Foreign matter
Service
CAUTION!
Do not place anything on top of this unit or block the heat radiation
vents in any way. In particular, do not place tape decks or CD/DVD
players on this unit as heat radiated from it can damage your software.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and
easily accessible or the mains plug or an appliance coupler
shall remain readily operable.
Utstyret bør plasseres i nærheten av AC-stikkontakten, og
støpslet må være lett tilgjengelig hvis det skulle oppstå
problemer.
Laite tulee asettaa lähelle verkkopistorasiaa ja pistokkeen
täytyy olla sellaisessa asennossa, että siihen on helppo
tarttua ongelman sattuessa.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
“DTS”, “DTS-ES”, “Neo:6” and “DTS 96/24” are trademarks of Digital
Theater Systems, Inc.
3
Before use
RQT7492
Supplied accessories
Please check and identify the supplied accessories.
Use the numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement
parts.
For the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland
The remote control
• Insert so the poles (+ and –) match those in the remote control.
• Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
Aim at the sensor, avoiding obstacles, at a maximum range of 7 m directly
in front of the unit.
• Keep the transmission window and the unit’s sensor free from dust.
• Operation can be affected by strong light sources, such as direct
sunlight, and the glass doors on cabinets.
1 AC mains lead
1 FM indoor antenna
(RSA0007-L)
1 AM loop antenna
(RSA0037)
1 Antenna plug adapter
2 Batteries
1 Remote control
(EUR7722KC0)
Refer to the separate booklet,
“Remote Control Operation Guide”,
for remote control operation details.
www. panasonic.co.uk
(for UK customers only)
• Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease
and confidence by telephoning our Customer Care Centre Mon-Friday
9:00am- 5:30pm. (Excluding public holidays.)
• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application.
• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.
• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided
directly by Panasonic UK Ltd.
• It couldn’t be simpler!
Customer Care Centre
For UK customers: 08705 357357
For Republic of Ireland customers: 01 289 8333
Technical Support
For UK customers: 0870 1 505610
This Technical Support Hot Line number is for Panasonic PC
software related products only.
For Republic of Ireland, please use the Customer Care Centre
number listed above for all enquiries.
For all other product related enquiries, please use the Customer
Care Centre numbers listed above.
For Australia and
New Zealand
(K2CJ2DA00010)
For continental
Europe
(K2CQ2CA00002)
For the United
Kingdom
(VJA0733)
For the United Kingdom
(K1YZ02000013)
For Australia and New Zealand
(RFE0014)
Batteries
Use
CAUTION!
• DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A
BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN ANOTHER
CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL
VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE
THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT
OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
• DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE UNIT’S VENTILATION
OPENINGS WITH NEWSPAPERS, TABLECLOTHS,
CURTAINS, AND SIMILAR ITEMS.
• DO NOT PLACE SOURCES OF NAKED FLAMES, SUCH
AS LIGHTED CANDLES, ON THE UNIT.
• DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY
FRIENDLY MANNER.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS
TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS
VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN MODERATE
CLIMATES.
This product may receive radio interference caused by mobile
telephones during use. If such interference is apparent,
please increase separation between the product and the
mobile telephone.
1
2
3
(R6/LR6, AA, UM-3)
SPEAKERS
AB
POWER
8
6.1CH DECODING
VIDEO IN
AUDIO INLR
VCR 2
PHONES
^
MULTI CONTROL
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
PUSH ENTER
1
^ ^
2 3
4
5
6
7 8 9
RECEIVER
AV SYSTEM
TV
CD
TAPE
-
MONITOR
DVD RECORDER
VCR
CH
VOLUME
ENTER
DIRECT TUNING
DVD
-
ANALOG 6CH
7 meters
Transmission window
Remote control signal sensor
4
Step 1
RQT7492
Home Theater connections
Before connecting
1
Placement of speakers
111
Stereo phono cable Coaxial cable
1
Video connection cable Speaker cable
1
Turn off all components before making any connections.
Note
• Use a digital connection to enjoy Dolby Digital or DTS and record digital sources (á pages 12
and 21).
• Use an analogue connection to enjoy sources that cannot be decoded on this unit and to
record analogue sources (á pages 12 and 21).
• Enjoy higher picture quality using the S VIDEO or COMPONENT terminal (á page 7).
• Refer to pages 6 through 9 regarding connections to other equipment.
1
1
FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM ONLY
READ THE CAUTION FOR THE AC MAINS LEAD ON PAGE 2 BEFORE
CONNECTION.
1
The front, center, and surround speakers
should be placed at approximately the same
distance from the seating area. The angles in
the diagram are approximate.
White (L)
Red (R)
75
Ω
LOOP EXT
FM ANT AM ANT
IN
CD
L
R
REC(OUT) PLAY(IN)
TAPE
LOOP ANT
GND
IN
TV DVR/VCR1
OUT IN
OUT
OPTICAL
(TV) IN
OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2
(DVR) IN
COAXIAL2
(CD) IN
OUT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
IN
DVR/VCR1
MONITOR OUT
TV MONITOR O
U
YPB P
IN IN
TV DVD
D
S VIDEO
IN
DVD
CENTER
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
FRONT
DVD/DVD 6CH
AUDIO
DIGITAL
COAXIAL1
(DVD) IN
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
IN
TV
AUDIO OUT
(SURROUND
L, R)
AUDIO OUT
(CENTER,
SUBWOOFER)
AUDIO OUT
(FRONT
L, R)
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
DVD player
TV or
monitor
Changing the digital input
settings
You can change the input settings for the digital
terminals if necessary. Note the equipment you
have connected to the terminals, then change
the settings (á page 10).
Note on analogue input
Connect to FRONT L, R if your DVD player
does not have 6 channel output.
Step 1
DVD player/
TV or monitor
5
Step 1
RQT7492
UT
P
R
IN
DVR/VCR1
YP
B PR
YPB PR
TV IN
DVD IN
COMPONENT VIDEO
FRONT B CENTER SURROUND
SPEAKERS (6
∼
16
Ω
)
AC IN
∼
R L
R L
BACK
R L
FRONT A
Connecting speakers
Front speakers ( left right)
Place on the left and right of the TV at seated ear height so that there is
good coherency between the picture and sound.
Center speaker ( )
Place underneath or above the center of the TV. Aim the speaker at the
seating area.
Surround speakers ( left right)
Place on the side of or slightly behind the seating area, about one meter
higher than ear level.
Surround back speaker ( )
Place behind the seating area, about one meter higher than ear level.
Subwoofer ( )
The subwoofer can be placed in any position as long as it is at a
reasonable distance from the TV.
Note that some experimentation can yield the smoothest low frequency
performance. Placement near a corner can increase the apparent
output level, but can result in unnatural bass.
Cable Speaker terminals
Twist
the wire
FRONT A Other terminals
Note
Do not short-circuit.
Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.
To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating instructions.
Front
right
Front
left
Surround
right
Surround
left
Surround
back
Speakers
Speaker
Impedance:
Front A: 6-16 Ω
A and B:
6-16 Ω
Center: 6-16 Ω
Surround: 6-16 Ω
Center
Active
subwoofer
Monaural
connection
cable
Connect this lead after all other cables
and cords are connected.
Note
• The included AC mains lead is for use
with this unit only. Do not use it with
other equipment.
• If the unit is left unplugged for longer
than two weeks, all settings will revert
to the factory settings. Do the settings
again if this occurs.
Insertion of connector
Even when the connector is perfectly
inserted, depending on the type of
inlet used, the front part of the
connector may jut out as shown in the
drawing.
However there is no problem using the
unit.
Appliance inlet
Connector
Approx. 6 mm
To household
mains socket
Speakers/
AC mains lead
AC mains lead
(included)
6
Step 2
RQT7492
Other connections
DVD recorder/VCR
TV or monitor
Stereo phono cable Video connection cable Optical fiber cable
White (L)
Red (R)
Speaker cable S-video connection cable Coaxial cable
Turn off all components before making any connections.
Note
• Do not sharply bend the optical fiber cable.
• Use a digital connection to enjoy Dolby Digital or DTS and record
digital source (á pages 12 and 21).
• Use an analogue connection to enjoy sources that cannot be decoded
on this unit and to record analogue sources (á pages 12 and 21).
Changing the digital input settings
You can change the input settings for the digital terminals if necessary.
Note the equipment you have connected to the terminals, then change
the settings (á page 10).
75Ω
LOOP EXT
FM ANT AM ANT
IN
CD
L
R
REC(OUT)
PLAY(IN)
TAPE
LOOP ANT
GND
IN
TV
OUT
OPTICAL
(TV) IN
OPTICAL1 COAXIAL2
(CD) IN
OUT
SUBWOOFER
MONITOR OUT
TV MONITOR OUT
YP
B PR
IN IN IN
TV DVD DVR/VCR1
YP
B PR
YPB PR
TV IN
S VIDEO
DVD IN
COMPONENT VIDEO
CENTER
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
FRONT
DVD/DVD 6CH
COAXIAL1
IN
DVD
MONITOR OUT
IN
TV
R
FRO
N
(DVD) IN
DVR/VCR1
OUT IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
OPTICAL2
(DVR) IN
OUT
IN
DVR/VCR1
DIGITAL
TV
DIGITAL
AUDIO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
OUT
AUDIO
IN
21-pin scart cable connection also possible.
75Ω
LOOP EXT
FM ANT AM ANT
IN
CD
L
R
REC(OUT)
PLAY(IN)
TAPE
LOOP ANT
GND
DVR/VCR1
OUT IN
OUT
OPTICAL COAXIAL2
(CD) IN
OUT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
IN
DVR/VCR1
MONITOR OUT
TV MONITOR OUT
YP
B PR
IN IN IN
TV DVD DVR/VCR1
YP
B PR
YPB PR
TV IN
S VIDEO
DVD IN
COMPONENT VIDEO
CENTER
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
FRONT
DVD/DVD 6CH
COAXIAL1
IN
DVD
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
IN
TV
R
FRON
(DVD) IN
IN
TV
AUDIO
OPTICAL2
(DVR) IN
(TV) IN
OPTICAL1
DIGITAL
DIGITAL
OUT
VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
21-pin scart cable connection also possible.
Step 2
7
Step 2
RQT7492
Cable box or satellite receiver etc.
Enjoy even higher picture quality
S VIDEO
Use this connection for better picture quality than with the VIDEO
terminals.
COMPONENT VIDEO
This connection provides high quality pictures by separating the
color (P
B and PR) and the luminance (Y) signals.
n TV, monitor, cable box or satellite receiver etc.
n DVD player
n DVD recorder/VCR
Note
Video input can only be output again through the same type of terminal.
75Ω
LOOP EXT
FM ANT AM ANT
IN
CD
L
R
REC(OUT)
PLAY(IN)
TAPE
LOOP ANT
GND
DVR/VCR1
OUT IN
OUT
OPTICAL OPTICAL2
(DVR) IN
COAXIAL2
(CD) IN
OUT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
IN
DVR/VCR1
MONITOR OUT
TV MONITOR OUT
YP
B PR
IN IN IN
TV DVD DVR/VCR1
YP
B PR
YPB PR
TV IN
S VIDEO
DVD IN
COMPONENT VIDEO
CENTER
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
FRONT
DVD/DVD 6CH
COAXIAL1
IN
DVD
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
IN
TV
R
FRON
(DVD) IN
IN
TV
AUDIO
(TV) IN
OPTICAL1
DIGITAL
DIGITAL
OUT
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
LOOP ANT
GND
DVR/VCR1
OUT IN
OUT
OPTICAL
(TV) IN
OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2
(DVR) IN
COAXIAL2
(CD) IN
OUT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
IN
DVR/VCR1
IN IN
DVD DVR/VCR1
YP
B PR
DVD IN FRONT B CENTER SURROUN
D
SPEAKERS (6
∼
8
) HAUT-PARLEURS
R L
R L
B
A
DIGITAL
CENTER
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
FRONT
DVD/DVD 6CH
AUDIO
COAXIAL1
IN
DVD
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
IN
TV
R L
FRONT A
Class 2 Wiring
(DVD) IN
TV MONITOR OUT
YP
B PR
IN
YP
B PR
TV IN
S VIDEO
TV
MONITOR OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
S-VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT (Y)
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT (P
B)
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT (P
R)
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN (P
R)
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN (P
B)
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN (Y)
LOOP ANT
GND
DVR/VCR1
OUT IN
OUT
OPTICAL
(TV) IN
OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2
(DVR) IN
COAXIAL2
(CD) IN
OUT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
IN
DVR/VCR1
MONITOR OUT
TV MONITOR OUT
YP
B PR
IN IN
TV DVR/VCR1
YP
B PR
TV IN
FRONT B CENTER SURROU
N
SPEAKERS (6
∼
8
) HAUT-PARLEURS
R L
R L
B
DIGITAL
CENTER
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
FRONT
DVD/DVD 6CH
AUDIO
COAXIAL1
IN
DVD
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
IN
TV
R L
FRONT A
Class 2 Wiring
(DVD) IN
IN
DVD
YPB PR
S VIDEO
DVD IN
COMPONENT VIDEO
S-VIDEO OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT (P
B)
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT (P
R)
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT (Y)
LOOP ANT
GND
DVR/VCR1
OUT IN
OUT
OPTICAL
(TV) IN
OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2
(DVR) IN
COAXIAL2
(CD) IN
OUT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
IN
DVR/VCR1
MONITOR OUT
TV MONITOR OUT
YP
B PR
IN
TV
YP
B PR
TV IN
FRONT B CENTER SURROU
N
SPEAKERS (6
∼
8
) HAUT-PARLEURS
R L
R L
B
DIGITAL
CENTER
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
FRONT
DVD/DVD 6CH
AUDIO
COAXIAL1
IN
DVD
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
IN
TV
R L
FRONT A
Class 2 Wiring
(DVD) IN
IN
DVD
YPB PR
DVD IN
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN
S VIDEO
DVR/VCR1
S-VIDEO OUT
Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.
To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating instructions.
or
8
Step 2
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Other connections
Turn off all components before making any connections.
CD player
CD recorder
Tape deck
Video camera etc.
75Ω
LOOP EXT
FM ANT AM ANT
REC(OUT)
PLAY(IN)
TAPE
LOOP ANT
GND
IN
TV DVR/VCR1
OUT IN
OUT
OPTICAL
(TV) IN
OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2
(DVR) IN
OUT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
IN
DVR/VCR1
MONITOR OUT
TV MONITOR OUT
YP
B PR
IN IN IN
TV DVD DVR/VCR1
YP
B PR
YPB PR
TV IN
S VIDEO
DVD IN
COMPONENT VIDEO
CENTER
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
FRONT
DVD/DVD 6CH
COAXIAL1
IN
DVD
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
IN
TV
R
FRO
N
(DVD) IN
AUDIO
IN
CD
L
R
COAXIAL2
(CD) IN
DIGITAL
DIGITAL
OUT
LINE OUT
DIGITAL IN
75Ω
LOOP EXT
FM ANT AM ANT
IN
CD
L
R
REC(OUT) PLAY(IN)
TAPE
LOOP ANT
GND
IN
TV DVR/VCR1
OUT IN
(TV) IN
OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2
(DVR) IN
COAXIAL2
(CD) IN
OUT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
IN
DVR/VCR1
MONITOR OUT
TV MONITOR OUT
YP
B PR
IN IN IN
TV DVD DVR/VCR1
YP
B PR
YPB PR
TV IN
S VIDEO
DVD IN
COMPONENT VIDEO
CENTER
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
FRONT
DVD/DVD 6CH
AUDIO
COAXIAL1
IN
DVD
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
IN
TV
R
FRO
N
(DVD) INOUT
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
DIGITAL
IN
75Ω
LOOP EXT
FM ANT AM ANT
IN
CD
L
R
LOOP ANT
GND
IN
TV DVR/VCR1
OUT IN
OUT
OPTICAL
(TV) IN
OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2
(DVR) IN
COAXIAL2
(CD) IN
OUT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
IN
DVR/VCR1
MONITOR OUT
TV MONITOR OUT
YP
B PR
IN IN IN
TV DVD DVR/VCR1
YP
B PR
YPB PR
TV IN
S VIDEO
DVD IN
COMPONENT VIDEO
DIGITAL
CENTER
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
FRONT
DVD/DVD 6CH
COAXIAL1
IN
DVD
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
IN
TV
R
FRO
(DVD) IN
REC(OUT)
PLAY(IN)
TAPE
AUDIO
OUT
(TV) IN (DVR) IN
(CD) IN(DVD) IN
REC (IN)
PLAY
(OUT)
If you have a graphic equalizer,
connect it to the TAPE terminals.
SPEAKERS
A B
6.1CH DECODING
VIDEO IN
AUDIO INLR
VCR 2
^
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
Step 2
9
Step 2
RQT7492
Antennas
Using speaker terminal B
For connection to a second pair of speakers.
Use the A terminals to enjoy multi-channel sound.
IN
CD
L
R
REC(OUT)
PLAY(IN)
TAPE
IN
TV DVR/VCR1
OUT IN
OUT
OPTICAL
(TV) IN
OPTICAL1 OPTICAL2
(DVR) IN
COAXIAL2
(CD) IN
OUT
SUBWOOFER
OUT
IN
DVR/VCR1
MONITOR OUT
TV MONITOR OUT
YP
B PR
IN IN IN
TV DVD DVR/VCR1
YP
B PR
YPB PR
TV IN
S VIDEO
DVD IN
COMPONENT VIDEO
DIGITAL
CENTER
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
FRONT
DVD/DVD 6CH
AUDIO
COAXIAL1
IN
DVD
VIDEO
MONITOR OUT
IN
TV
R
FRO
N
(DVD) IN
75Ω
LOOP EXT
FM ANT AM ANT
LOOP ANT
GND
1
2
LOOP ANT
GND
1
2
FM ANT
75Ω
FM ANT
75Ω
Black
Red
Adhesive tape
White
FM outdoor
antenna
FM outdoor
antenna
Lead wire
Antenna plug (included for the United Kingdom)
FM outdoor antenna
• Disconnect the FM indoor antenna.
• The antenna should be installed by a competent technician.
(For continental Europe and the United Kingdom)
(For Australia and New Zealand)
Two types of wire commonly used for connection from the antenna are
300 Ω parallel feeder wire and 75 Ω coaxial cable. For best resistance
to interference, use 75 Ω coaxial cable.
300 Ω feeder wire
75 Ω coaxial cable
Antenna
plug
(included)
To connect a 75 Ω coaxial cable
75 Ω coaxial cable
Remove a piece of the
outer vinyl insulator.
Remove the lead wire and clamp it
with the plastic bar.
10 mm
7 mm
Plastic bar
Install the coaxial cable.
Clamp the cable conductor, and
wind it on so that it does not contact
anything else.
Carefully pull the tabs
apart to remove the
cover.
Clamp with pliers
Attach the cover.
To connect a 300
Ω
feeder wire
Loosen the screws, connect the wires, and tighten the
screws to secure the connection.
or
N
V
CR1
YP
B PR
YPB PR
TV IN
DVD IN
COMPONENT VIDEO
CENTER SURROUND
AC IN
∼
R L
BACK
R L
FRONT A FRONT B
SPEAKERS (6
∼
16
Ω
)
R L
Front right
speaker
Front left
speaker
Speaker Impedance:
Front B: 6-16 Ω
A and B: 6-16 Ω
Cable Speaker terminals Note
Twist
the wire
Do not short-circuit.
FM indoor antenna (included)
Fix the other end of the antenna
where reception is best.
AM loop antenna (included)
Keep the antenna cord away from tape
decks, DVD players, and other cords.
Peripheral equipment and cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated.
To connect equipment, refer to the appropriate operating instructions.
10
Step 3
RQT7492
Settings
Change the settings to suit your equipment to the environment in which you are using it. Before making any changes,
read the descriptions of the settings, note the factory settings and ranges, and refer to the equipment’s instructions.
Multi control basic setup settings
Enter Multi control
mode.
SPEAKERS
1. Select.
Main menu is displayed.
(Multi control mode menus and factory
settings á back cover)
Set the speaker combination connected to this unit.
SUBW: Subwoofer
L R: Front L/R
C: Center
S: Surround
SB: Surround Back
For the subwoofer (SUBW), select YES if you have
connected one, or NO if you have not.
LCR S SB: All speakers connected
L_R S SB: No center speaker
LCR S __: No surround back speaker
L_R S __: No center and surround back speaker
LCR _ __: No surround speaker
L_R _ __: Only front speaker
Select “SETUP 1
(BASIC SETUP)”.
D-INPUT
(Digital input)
1. Select.
Change these settings to suit the connections you
have made to the optical (OPT) and coaxial (COAX)
digital input terminals, so that the correct source is
selected when you turn [INPUT SELECTOR].
Change the settings.
IN MODE
(Input mode)
1. Select.
This unit automatically detects whether input is digital
or analogue, but you can fix the input mode.
AUTO: Automatically detects the input signal and
plays
ANALOG: Fixes the input signal to analogue and
plays
DIGITAL: Fixes the input signal to digital and plays
PCM FIX: Fixes the input signal to PCM and plays
To finish settings
Note regarding PCM FIX mode
In rare cases, the unit may have trouble recognizing the digital signals on discs.
With the PCM signals on CDs, this may cause the beginning of a track to be cut off. Engage the
PCM FIX mode if this occurs.
When PCM FIX mode is on, the unit cannot process other signals. This may cause noise to be
output. Select another mode in this case.
The PCM FIX mode remains on even if you turn the unit to standby.
1. Press [MULTI CONTROL] several times
to select “EXIT”.
2. Press [INPUT SELECTOR].
MULTI CONTROL
SPEAKERS
AB
8
6.1CH DECODING
VIDEO IN
AUDIO INLR
VCR 2
PHONES
^
MULTI CONTROL
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
PUSH ENTER
Display
8
^
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTOR
Turn on.
1
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
SPEAKERS
2
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
Switching Entering
SETUP 1
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
D
-
INPUT
3
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
• To cancel
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
IN MODE
EXIT
Step 3
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Step 3
RQT7492
Adjusting speaker output level
Adjust the level of the other speakers based on the output of the front
speakers. (Output is only from the speakers selected in the SPEAKERS
settings. Adjust the volume of the front speakers with [VOLUME].)
2. Select. 3. Select the speakers.
C (center), RS (right surround), SB (surround back) and LS (left
surround) can be adjusted between –10 dB and +10 dB, with 0 being the
level of the front speakers.
Adjust center, surround and surround back output to the same apparent
level of the front speakers.
For SW (subwoofer), you can select “MIN” for minimum output, a level
between 1 and 19, or “MAX” for maximum output. Adjust subwoofer
output so it is balanced with the front speakers. Subwoofer output is
easily influenced by the source. You can also change its level while
playing something for better effect (á page 19).
Preparation: Press [SPEAKERS A] to turn on SPEAKERS A.
(On the main unit)
2. Select the input
position.
3. Change the setting.
Output the signal.
Adjust the main volume.
2. Select the input
position.
3. Change the setting.
Select the speaker channel.
Adjust the level.c
For more detailed information on settings refer to
“Advanced setup” on page 22.
Stop the test signal.
VOLUME
+–
q
w
LEVEL
TEST
u
/
ty
/
i
4 5 6
7 8 9
DISC
0
10
>
=
VOLUME
-
/
--
DIRECT TUNING
TUNER/BAND MUTING
hqg
TOP MENU
MENU
DIRECT
NAVIGATOR
PLAY
LIST
DISPLAY RETURN
TV VOL
–
TV VOL
+
HELP
TV/AV
DVD RECORDER
DVD/HDD
SUBWOOFER
+–
qw
CENTER
FOCUS
MULTI
REAR
LEVEL
EFFECT
STEREO/
DTS
DIMMER
TEST
ENTER
q
r
w
e
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
SUBW YES
YES NO
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
LCR S SB
LCR S SB,
L_R S SB,
LCR S _
_,
L_R S _
_,
LCR _ _
_,
L_R _ _
_
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
TV
TV, DVR, DVD, CD
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
OPT 1
OPT 1, OPT 2,
COAX 1, COAX 2
1
TEST
TEST L
LRCRS
SBLS
SW
Two seconds each.
2
VOLUME
VOL
-
50dB
--
dB (minimum) 0 dB (maximum)
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
TV
TV, DVR, DVD, CD
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
AUTO
AUTO, ANALOG,
DIGITAL, PCM FIX
3
LEVEL
C 0
dB
C, RS, SB, LS, SW
4
+–
qw
5
TEST
C
-
4dB
-
10 dB +10 dB
MIN, 1 19, MAX
Repeat
12
Step 4
RQT7492
Basic operations
Turn on.
Sound modes
Adding surround effects
Using Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ
Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ processor works not only on sources recorded with Dolby Surround, but also on any
stereo source.
The following modes are available when using Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ .
Turn SPEAKERS A
on.
MOVIE
Use this mode when playing
movies, especially videotapes,
recorded in Dolby Surround.
MUSIC
Adds surround effects to
stereo sources.
PANORAMA
Sound is spread out more
so you feel like you are
surrounded by music.
Select input.
• To cancel: Press [STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF].
Using DTS NEO:6
Use DTS NEO:6 to play 2-channel sources through multi-channels.
The following modes are available when playing 2-channel sources.
CINEMA
Use this mode when playing movies.
MUSIC
Adds surround effects to stereo sources.
• When the “DTS” or “% DIGITAL” indicator is lit, only the CINEMA mode can be selected.
• To cancel: Press [STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF].
Using the Sound Field Control (SFC)
Enjoy an enhanced sound experience with greater presence and spread by using these SFC modes with
Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM or analogue stereo sources. Choose from the following modes.
MUSIC AV/MOVIE
LIVE
Imparts the reflection and spread of a
large concert hall.
DRAMA
Best suited for dialogues in drama
movies.
Start play of the
source.
The unit sets the sound mode
(stereo or multi-channel) to suit
the input signal.
• Select the desired sound
mode (á right)
POP/ROCK
Best suited for dynamic sound such as
pop and rock music.
ACTION
Best suited for action movies with
impact.
VOCAL
Best suited to enhance vocals.
SPORTS
Enjoy a feeling like being at a live
sporting event.
Adjust the volume.
JAZZ
Recreates natural sound ambience and
direction.
MUSICAL
Enjoy a feeling like being at a live
musical performance.
DANCE
Enjoy a dance hall like audio effect.
GAME
Enjoy games with greater audio impact.
PARTY
This mode uses the front and surround
speakers so that sound is in stereo
regardless of the direction you are
facing.
MONO
Best suited for older monaural audio
movies.
When you finish listening
Be sure to reduce the volume and press
[8] to turn the unit to standby.
Notes on digital input
This unit can decode the following signals:
• Dolby Digital, including Dolby Digital
Surround EX
• DTS, including DTS-ES or DTS 96/24
• PCM, including PCM with sampling
frequencies of 192, 176.4 (COAXIAL1),
96 or 88.2 kHz
It cannot decode:
• Other digital signals, such as MPEG
• Dolby Digital RF signals from a laser
disc player
• To cancel: Press [STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF].
6.1CH DECODING mode
This mode uses the surround back speaker to create a realistic sound field. It is especially effective when
playing DTS-ES and Dolby Digital Surround EX, but can be used with other DTS and Dolby Digital
sources, as well as Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ , DTS NEO:6 and SFC. This mode engages automatically if the
disc has a recognition signal for DTS-ES or Dolby Digital Surround EX (you can still turn the mode off).
• To cancel
Press [6.1CH DECODING].
SPEAKERS
AB
8
6.1CH DECODING
VIDEO IN
AUDIO INLR
VCR 2
PHONES
^
MULTI CONTROL
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
PUSH ENTER
6.1CH DECODING
8
^
INPUT SELECTOR
AA
A
SPEAKERS
A B
VOLUME
DOWN UP
1
8
^
2
SPEAKERS
A B
%
PL
3
INPUT SELECTOR
TUNER FM
TAPE
VCR 2
DVR/VCR1
DVD
TUNER AM
CD
TV
DTS
NEO:6
4
+–
qw
5
VOLUME
DOWN UP
6.1CH DECODING
Step 4
SFC
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Step 4
RQT7492
You can adjust the effect of MUSIC and PANORAMA with the center width and dimension controls.
Center Width Control – C-WDTH
This adjustment helps you realize a more natural sound image when
listening to music. Move sound out into the front speakers to improve the
overall front image, or add sound to the center speaker to fix the center
image.
You can choose a level between 0 (the center speaker is dominant) and
7 (center sound is spread out). The default level is 3.
Select “C-WDTH”. Adjust the effect.
Dimension Control – DIMEN
You can make up for differences in the output level of the front and surround
speakers. You can choose a level between –3 and +3 - Increase the level to
move sound to the front speakers, decrease to move it to the surround
speakers. The default is level 0.
Select “DIMEN”. Adjust the effect.
You can adjust the effect of MUSIC with the center image control.
Center Image Control – C-IMG
This adjustment helps you realize a more natural sound image when
listening to music. Move sound out into the front speakers to improve the
overall front image, or add sound to the center speaker to fix the center
image.
You can choose a level between 0 (the center speaker is dominant) and
5 (center sound is spread out).
The default level is 3.
Select “C-IMG”. Adjust the effect.
You can adjust the sound field by adjusting the level of the speakers and effect. These adjustments can be made for each SFC mode.
To adjust the speaker level
Select speaker channel. Adjust the level.
C, RS, SB and LS: –10 dB to +10 dB
SW: – – – (off) MIN
When 6.1CH DECODING is on: 1 – 19 MAX
• Output is only from the speakers selected in the SPEAKERS settings.
To adjust SFC effect
Adjust the effect.
SFC effect can be adjusted between EFFECT 1 (minimum) and
EFFECT 10 (maximum).
The factory setting is EFFECT 5 for each mode.
Listening to multi-channel sources in stereo (2CH MIX mode)
When multi-channel sources are played in this mode, the sounds intended for the other speaker channels are played through the front speakers.
Notes on sound modes
Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ , DTS NEO:6 and SFC modes remain in effect
until you change them.
• To cancel
Press [STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF].
The 2CH MIX mode remains in effect until you change input mode
or turn off the unit.
• To return to surround sound
Press [STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF].
When input is PCM with sampling frequencies of 192, 176.4
(COAXIAL1), 96, or 88.2 kHz:
• You cannot add surround effects with Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ , DTS
NEO:6 or SFC.
When neither the center or surround speakers are selected in the
SPEAKERS settings:
• You cannot use Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ , DTS NEO:6 or SFC.
When the surround back speaker is not selected in the SPEAKERS
settings:
• You cannot use 6.1CH DECODING mode.
If the unit does not automatically recognize Dolby Digital Surround
EX or DTS-ES and output is 5.1 channels:
• Press [6.1CH DECODING] to switch the mode on manually. Sound
will now come from the surround back speaker.
+–
qw
LEVEL
EFFECT
SFC
STEREO/
2CH MIX
OFF
%
PL
DTS
NEO:6
DIRECT
NAVIGATOR
PLAY
LIST
DISPLAY RETURN
TV VOL
–
TV VOL
+
HELP
TV/AV
DVD RECORDER
DVD/HDD
SUBWOOFER
+–
q
w
CENTER
FOCUS
MULTI
REAR
LEVEL
EFFECT
SFC
STEREO/
2CH MIX
OFF
%
PL
DTS
NEO:6
DIMMER
TEST
ENTER
q
r
w
EFFECT
+–
qw
EFFECT
+–
qw
EFFECT
+–
qw
LEVEL
+–
qw
C RS LS SW
C RS SB LS SW
EFFECT
+–
qw
STEREO/
2CH MIX
OFF
• To cancel
Press [STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF]
14
Operations
RQT7492
Control guide
• When you turn the dimmer to “ON”, the following indicators change to dim.
Main unit
Standby indicator [^]
When the unit is connected to the
AC mains supply, this indicator
lights up in standby mode and
goes out when the unit is turned
on.
Standby/on switch [8]
Press to switch the unit from on to
standby mode or vice versa.
In standby mode, the unit is still
consuming a small amount of
power.
[SPEAKERS, A, B]
For selecting speakers A
or B.
Turning the speakers off
automatically engages the
STEREO/2CH MIX mode
(when listening through
headphones, for example).
[% DIGITAL EX, % DIGITAL, % PL Ⅱ ,
DTS 96/24, DTS-ES, DTS, DTS NEO:6]
Lights to indicate the source’s input signal and
decoding format used.
% DIGITAL EX: Dolby Digital Surround EX sources
% DIGITAL: Dolby Digital sources
% PLⅡ : Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ decoder is being used
DTS 96/24: DTS 96/24 sources
DTS-ES: DTS-ES discrete or matrix sources
DTS: DTS sources
DTS NEO:6: DTS NEO:6 matrix decoder is being
used
[MULTI CONTROL]
Press to enter Multi control
mode, and use [INPUT
SELECTOR] to select/enter.
[INPUT SELECTOR]
For selecting input.
Selects/Enters each setting in
Multi control mode.
[VOLUME]
Volume control.
[VCR 2]
For a video camera, etc.
[6.1CH DECODING]
For turning on the 6.1 channel decoding mode. When using this mode the
indicator lights.
[BASS SYNTHESIZER]
For turning on the bass synthesizer mode. When using this mode the indicator
lights.
[MULTI-SOURCE RE-MASTER]
For selecting a re-master mode. When using this mode the indicator lights.
[TUNE 2, 1]
For tuning the radio and selecting preset stations.
Press and hold until the frequency starts scrolling to start automatic tuning. Tuning
stops when a station is found.
[PHONES]
Headphone jack
Plug type: 6.3 mm stereo
• Avoid listening for
prolonged periods of
time to prevent hearing
damage.
• Turn the speakers off
when using the
headphones.
Display
[– SPEAKERS– , ]
Speaker indicators
:Sound is output from
speakers connected to
the front A, surround, and
center terminals.
: Sound is output only from
speakers connected to
the front B terminals.
:Sound is output from
speakers connected
to the front A and B
terminals.
[TUNED, ST, , MONO]
Radio indicators
TUNED: A station is tuned.
ST:
A stereo FM broadcast is tuned.
: Flashes during automatic
presetting.
MONO: Lights when using the
monaural mode.
[SLEEP]
Sleep timer indicator.
[ , PS, PTY]
(For continental Europe and
the United Kingdom)
: Lights while RDS signals
are being received.
PS, PTY:
Indicates the current
RDS display mode.
[SFC, CENTER FOCUS, 2CH MIX,
MULTI REAR]
SFC: Lights when using an SFC mode.
CENTER FOCUS: Lights when using the
center focus mode.
2CH MIX: Lights when playing a multi-
channel source in 2CH MIX
mode.
MULTI REAR:
Lights when using the multi
rear surround mode.
[<<<MULTI CONTROL>>>]
When you press the [MULTI CONTROL]
button and enter the settings the indicator
lights.
[–DIGITAL INPUT–, L, C, R, S,
LS, SB, RS, LFE]
Program format indicators
Show the channels contained in the
digital input signal. They do not light
when input is analogue.
L: Front left channel
C: Center channel
R: Front right channel
S: If the surround channel is
monaural.
LS: Surround left channel
SB: Surround back channel
RS: Surround right channel
LFE (Low Frequency Effects):
Deep-bass effect.
[TAPE MONITOR]
Lights when the tape monitor
is on.
[DIGITAL PROCESSING fs]
Displays the frequency the unit is
processing.
General display
Shows the input mode, radio
frequency, and other general
information.
[kHz, MHz]
Frequency unit indicators
kHz:
AM, or PCM sampling frequency
MHz: FM
SPEAKERS
AB
6.1CH DECODING
VIDEO IN
AUDIO INLR
VCR 2
PHONES
MULTI CONTROL
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUM E
DOWN UP
PUSH ENTER
Remote control
signal sensor
RDS
RDS
SPEAKERS
TUNED
ST
M
SFC
CENTER
FOCUS
DIGITAL
INPUT
A B
MONO
SLEEP
2CH
MIX
MULTI
REAR
L C R S
TAPE
MONITOR
RDS
PS
PTY
MULTI
CONTROL
LS SB RS
LFE
DIGITAL
PROCESSING
fs
kHz
MHz
kHz
15
Operations
RQT7492
Buttons not explained on this page are used only to operate other equipment.
Refer to the separate booklet, “Remote Control Operation Guide”, for remote control operation details.
For your reference
• When playing video sources connected to DVR/VCR1
The picture remains on the screen even if you select
TAPE, CD or TUNER.
• When SPEAKERS B is on
The STEREO/2CH MIX mode is engaged automatically.
• When DVD ANALOG 6CH input is on
Speaker settings are ineffective. Change the settings on the DVD player
if necessary.
• When using a graphic equalizer
Some distortion may occur, depending on the equalizer’s settings.
• When input is DIGITAL
The tape monitor cannot be used.
• When muting is on
Muting is also canceled when the unit is turned off.
Remote control
[DVD
–
ANALOG 6CH, TV, CD,
TAPE
–
MONITOR, DVD RECORDER, VCR]
Input mode and remote control mode
buttons.
DVD –ANALOG 6CH
When DVD mode is selected
• Press and hold:
For switching between
analogue 6-channel and 2-channel DVD
input.
TAPE –MONITOR
• Press and hold:
For monitoring sound when recording to a
3 head cassette deck. Also used when
you have connected a graphic equalizer to
the TAPE terminals.
[^, RECEIVER]
Standby/on button.
[1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 0]
To enter radio frequencies and channels.
[DISC, DIRECT TUNING]
To enable selection of radio stations by
frequency.
[ ≧ 10, –/– –]
To enter two digit channels.
[TUNER/BAND]
Change the input mode and remote control
mode to TUNER.
For switching between FM and AM.
[1, CH, 2]
For selecting preset radio channels.
[4,3, VOLUME]
To adjust the volume.
[HELP]
Displays help messages.
Press if an error message appears.
A message offering a possible solution
scrolls across the display.
[MUTING]
To mute the volume.
[DIMMER]
For dimming the unit’s display.
[SUBWOOFER]
For selecting subwoofer level.
[CENTER FOCUS]
For turning on the center focus mode.
[MULTI REAR]
For turning on the multi rear surround mode.
[TEST]
To start the speaker test signal.
[LEVEL]
Use when adjusting speaker level.
[EFFECT]
Use when adjusting Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ ,
DTS NEO:6 or SFC effects.
[w, 3, q, 4]
First select EFFECT, LEVEL or SFC, and
then press [w, 3] or [q, 4] to complete the
setting.
[STEREO/2CH MIX, OFF]
For selecting STEREO or 2CH MIX mode.
To cancel surround effect.
[%PL Ⅱ ]
For selecting a Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ mode:
MOVIE, MUSIC or PANORAMA.
[DTS NEO:6]
For selecting a DTS NEO:6 mode: CINEMA
or MUSIC.
[SFC]
For selecting a SFC mode:
MUSIC or AV/MOVIE
1
u
/
ty
/
i
^ ^
2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
DISC
0
10
RECEIVER
AV SYSTEM
TV
CD
TAPE
-
MONITOR
DVD RECORDER
VCR
>
=
-
/
--
DIRECT TUNING
TUNER/BAND
hqg
TOP MENU
MENU
DIRECT
NAVIGATOR
PLAY
LIST
DISPLAY RETURN
TV VOL
–
TV VOL
+
HELP
TV/AV
DVD RECORDER
DVD/HDD
SUBWOOFER
+–
qw
CENTER
FOCUS
MULTI
REAR
LEVEL
EFFECT
SFC
STEREO/
2CH MIX
OFF
%
PL
DTS
NEO:6
DIMMER
TEST
ENTER
q
r
w
e
DVD
-
ANALOG 6CH
CH
VOLUME
MUTING
16
Operations
RQT7492
The radio
Manual tuning
Select “TUNER FM” or “TUNER AM”.
Direct tuning
e.g. 107.90 MHz, Press [1] → [0] → [7] → [9] → [0]
• If you do not press a button while the cursor is flashing, the display
returns to the frequency being received.
• If the frequency has not been input correctly, “ERROR” will be
displayed.
Select MANUAL tuning mode.
(á below, “Select MANUAL or PRESET tuning mode”)
Tune to the station.
Automatic tuning
Hold down [TUNE 2 or 1] until the frequency begins to scroll.
Tuning stops when a station is found. (Tuning may stop if there
is interference.)
Multi control tuner settings
Enter Multi
control mode.
Main menu is displayed.
(Multi control mode menus
and factory settings á back
cover)
Select MANUAL or
PRESET tuning mode
1. Select. 2. Select. 3. Select.
MANUAL: To tune the station
frequency.
PRESET: To select the preset
channel.
Change the
settings.
FM mode
You can improve FM reception by
switching reception to monaural.
1. Select “TUNER”.
2. Select “FM MODE”.
3. Select “MONO”.
Beat proof mode
When there is a lot of noise
interference with the AM broadcast,
try switching to this mode.
This may change the volume, but
noise will also reduce.
1. Select “OPTION”.
2. Select “B PROOF”.
3. Select “MODE A”
or “MODE B”.
AM allocation
To change the AM frequency
step.
1. Select “TUNER”. 2. Select “AM
ALLOC”.
3. Select “9 kHz” or
“10 kHz”.
For your reference
• Improving reception
DVD players can interfere with radio reception. Turn the DVD player off or move it further away from the
antennas if this occurs.
• Beat proof mode
Changing these settings also changes the A/D attenuator settings, which are linked. (á page 20)
To finish settings
1. Press [MULTI CONTROL]
several times to select
“EXIT”.
2. Press [INPUT SELECTOR].
SPEAKERS
AB
8
6.1CH DECODING
VIDEO IN
AUDIO INLR
VCR 2
PHONES
^
MULTI CONTROL
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
PUSH ENTER
TUNE
2
TUNE
1
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTOR
1
u
/
ty
/
i
^ ^
2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
DISC
0
10
RECEIVER
AV SYSTEM
TV
CD
TAPE
-
MONITOR
DVD RECORDER
VCR
>
=
CH
VOLUME
ENTER
DIRECT TUNING
TUNER/BAND MUTING
hqg
TOP MENU
MENU
DIRECT
PLAY
e
DVD
-
ANALOG 6CH
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
DISC
0
DIRECT TUNING
TUNER/BAND
1
INPUT SELECTOR
TUNER/BAND
DISC
DIRECT TUNING
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
FM ↔ AM
2
3
TUNE
2
TUNE
1
MULTI CONTROL
1
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
TUNER
TUNING
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
MANUAL
MANUAL PRESET
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
2
• To cancel
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
• To cancel, select “AUTO”.
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
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Operations
RQT7492
Preset tuning
Presetting stations.
(á below, “Automatic presetting” or “Manual presetting”)
Selecting preset channels (On the remote control)
When using the numbered buttons
To select a two digit number e.g. 21:
[ ≧ 10, –/– –] → [2] → [1]
Select PRESET tuning mode.
(á page 16, “Select MANUAL or PRESET tuning mode”)
Select the preset channels.
Hold down the button to change channels faster.
Multi control tuner settings
Enter Multi
control mode.
Main menu is displayed.
(Multi control mode menus
and factory settings á back
cover)
Automatic presetting
Preparation:
First, set the channel reception:
FM 87.50 MHz,
AM 522 kHz (9 kHz steps),
AM 530 kHz (10 kHz steps)
Preset channels that are
automatically assigned by this
unit are:
FM: 1 to 30, AM: 21 to 30
(FM stations are replaced if any
were preset in these channels.)
1. Select. 2. Select. 3. Select “START”.
Change the
settings.
• During automatic presetting, the memory indicator () flashes and the
frequency scrolls. The memory indicator and channel numbers are
displayed for a second when a station is preset.
• The last station to be preset is displayed when presetting finishes.
Manual presetting
1. Select. 2. Select.
3.Select the channel.
Preparation:
Set the station signal you want
to set as a preset.
Preset the stations one at a time.
• FM stations can also be preset
in the MONO mode.
• To continue presetting, press [TUNE 2 or 1] to tune another station from
step .
For your reference
Even if the AC mains lead is disconnected from the household mains socket, the stations remain in memory for
approximately two weeks.
To finish settings
1. Press [MULTI CONTROL]
several times to select
“EXIT”.
2. Press [INPUT SELECTOR].
SPEAKERS
AB
8
6.1CH DECODING
VIDEO IN
AUDIO INLR
VCR 2
PHONES
^
MULTI CONTROL
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
PUSH ENTER
TUNE
2
TUNE
1
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTOR
1
u
/
ty
/
i
^ ^
2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
DISC
0
10
RECEIVER
AV SYSTEM
TV
CD
TAPE
-
MONITOR
DVD RECORDER
VCR
>
=
CHCH
VOLUME
-
/
--
DIRECT TUNING
TUNER/BAND MUTING
hqg
TOP MENU
MENU
e
DVD
-
ANALOG 6CH
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
CH
10
>
=
-
/
--
1
CH
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
10
>
=
-
/
--
or
2
3
TUNE
2
TUNE
1
MULTI CONTROL
1
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
TUNER
AUTO MEM
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
START
START CANCEL
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
2
• To cancel
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
TUNER
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
MEMORY
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
CH 1
CH 1 CH 30
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
• “STORED” is displayed.
• To cancel, select “CANCEL”.
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Operations
RQT7492
RDS broadcasts (For continental Europe and the United Kingdom)
Multi control tuner settings
Enter Multi
control mode.
Main menu is displayed.
(Multi control mode menus
and factory settings á back
cover)
Change the display
1. Select. 2. Select. 3. Select.
This unit can display the text data
transmitted by the radio data
system (RDS) available in some
areas.
“ ” lights while RDS signals
are being received.
FREQ: Frequency display
RDS PS: Program service,
the station name
RDS PTY: Program type
• RDS displays may not be
available if reception is poor.
Change the
settings.
To finish settings
For your reference
1. Press [MULTI CONTROL]
several times to select
“EXIT”.
2. Press [INPUT SELECTOR].
This unit does not have the emergency broadcast system (EBS) that automatically tunes into emergency
broadcasts.
PTY displays
NEWS News FINANCE Finance
AFFAIRS Current affairs CHILDREN Children
INFO Information SOCIAL A Social affairs
SPORT Sport RELIGION Religion
EDUCATE Education PHONE IN Phone in
DRAMA Drama TRAVEL Travel
CULTURE Culture LEISURE Leisure
SCIENCE Science JAZZ Jazz music
VARIED Varied COUNTRY Country music
POP M Pop music NATIONAL National music
ROCK M Rock music OLDIES Oldies
M. O. R. M Middle-of-the-road Music FOLK M Folk music
LIGHT M Light classical DOCUMENT Documentary
CLASSICS Serious classical TEST Test broadcast
OTHER M Other music ALARM Emergency announcement
WEATHER Weather information
SPEAKERS
AB
POWER
8
6.1CH DECODING
VIDEO IN
AUDIO INLR
VCR 2
PHONES
^
MULTI CONTROL
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
PUSH ENTER
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTOR
MULTI CONTROL
1
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
TUNER
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
DISPLAY
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
FREQ
FREQ, RDS PS,
RDS PTY
RDS
2
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
• To cancel
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Operations
RQT7492
Audio settings
Bass synthesizer
　
Provides depth of bass for audio play with impact.
• When input signal is Dolby digital stereo or DTS stereo, this mode
cannot be used.
Multi-source re-master
This original feature boosts the frequencies of the higher harmonics that
are lost during recording due to compression.
When re-master is on, the current level appears.
EFFECT 1: For fast tracks (pop and rock)
EFFECT 2: For tracks with a variety of tempos (jazz)
EFFECT 3: For slow tracks (classical)
EFFECT 4: For compressed audio signals
OFF: The re-master processing is off.
Subwoofer level
You can adjust the volume of the subwoofer while listening to a source.
Select SW – – – to stop output.
The factory setting is SW 10.
• You cannot adjust the subwoofer level if DVD ANALOG 6CH is
selected.
• Sound can be distorted if you raise the volume while the subwoofer
level is high. Reduce the subwoofer level if this occurs.
Center focus
　
You can make the sound of the center speaker seem like it is coming
from within the television.
The center focus cannot be used in the following cases:
• When there is no center input signal.
• When the center speaker is not selected in the SPEAKERS settings.
Multi rear surround
　
This mode makes it seem like sound is coming from the multiple rear
surround speakers virtually when connected with surround speakers.
The multi rear surround cannot be used in the following cases:
• When there is no surround input signal.
• When the surround channel is monaural.
• When the surround speaker is not selected in the SPEAKERS
settings.
DTS FIX mode
While the input source is selected
Press and hold at the same
time for 2 seconds.
• To cancel, perform the same
operation again.
“AUTO” is displayed.
In rare cases, the unit may have trouble recognizing the digital signals
on discs.
With DTS, the signals may not be recognized at all. Engage the DTS
FIX mode if this occurs.
When DTS FIX mode is on, the unit cannot process other signals. This
may cause noise to be output. Turn the setting off in this case.
• When you turn the unit to standby, the DTS FIX mode is canceled.
For your reference
The bass synthesizer, center focus or multi rear surround cannot be
used in the following cases.
• When input signal is monaural, DTS 96/24, PCM with sampling
frequencies of 192, 176.4, 96 or 88.2 kHz.
• When Dolby Pro Logic Ⅱ , DTS NEO:6, SFC or multi-source re-master
is on.
The center focus or multi rear surround cannot be used in the
following case.
• When input signal is PCM or analogue stereo.
• When DVD ANALOG 6CH is selected.
When DTS FIX mode is on
• You cannot use 6.1CH DECODING mode.
DTS-ES and DTS 96/24 are played as normal DTS (i.e., there is no
output from the surround back speaker).
NAVIGATOR
LIST
DISPLAY RETURN
TV VOL
–
TV VOL
+
HELP
TV/AV
DVD RECORDER
DVD/HDD
SUBWOOFER
+–
q
w
CENTER
FOCUS
MULTI
REAR
LEVEL
EFFECT
SFC
STEREO/
2CH MIX
%
PL
DTS
NEO:6
DIMMER
TEST
ENTER
q
r
w
SUBWOOFER
CENTER
FOCUS
MULTI
REAR
SPEAKERS
AB
8
6.1CH DECODING
VIDEO IN
AUDIO INLR
VCR 2
PHONES
^
DTS
MULTI CONTROL
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
PUSH ENTER
BASS
SYNTHESIZER
MULTI-SOURCE
RE-MASTER
TUNE
1
6.1CH DECODING
BASS
SYNTHESIZER
BASS ON
MULTI-SOURCE
RE-MASTER
EFFECT 1
EFFECT 1, EFFECT 2, EFFECT 3,
EFFECT 4, OFF
SUBWOOFER
SW 10
---
, MIN, 5, 10, 15, MAX
CENTER
FOCUS
C.FOCUS
MULTI
REAR
M.REAR
6.1CH DECODING
TUNE
1
DTS FIX
• To cancel
Press [BASS SYNTHESIZER].
• To cancel
Press [CENTER FOCUS].
• To cancel
Press [MULTI REAR].
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Operations
RQT7492
Audio settings
Multi control audio settings
Enter Multi
control mode.
Tone
1. Select. 2. Select. 3. Adjust the level.
You can adjust the level of the
bass and treble.
• The STEREO mode must be on
and input must be either
analogue or PCM signals. You
cannot adjust the tone if DVD
ANALOG 6CH is selected.
Main menu is displayed.
(Multi control mode menus
and factory settings
á back cover)
Balance
1. Select. 2. Adjust the balance.
You can adjust the balance of the
front speakers.
Change the
settings.
Dual program
1. Select. 2. Select.
3.
Select
.
When the input signal is Dolby
Digital and “DUAL” appears in the
display, the audio to be output is
set.
MAIN:Main audio output
SAP:Sub channel audio output
MAIN+SAP: Main and sub channel
audio output
Dynamic range
compression
Change this setting to listen to
software recorded with Dolby
Digital at low volume (such as late
at night) maintaining audio clarity.
It reduces the peak level in loud
scenes without affecting the sound
field.
OFF:
The software is played with the
original dynamic range.
STANDARD:
The level recommended by the
producer of the software for
household viewing.
MAX:
The maximum allowable compression
(recommended for night viewing).
1. Select.
2. Select.
3.
Select
.
To finish settings
A/D attenuator
1. Select. 2. Select.
3.
Select
.
1. Press [MULTI CONTROL]
several times to select
“EXIT”.
2. Press [INPUT SELECTOR].
Turn the A/D attenuator on if
“OVERFLOW” lights frequently
when using 2-channel analogue
input or DVD ANALOG 6CH input.
SPEAKERS
AB
8
6.1CH DECODING
VIDEO IN
AUDIO INLR
VCR 2
PHONES
^
MULTI CONTROL
INPUT SELECTOR
VOLUME
DOWN UP
PUSH ENTER
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTOR
MULTI CONTROL
1
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
TONE
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
BASS
BASS TREBLE
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
0dB
-
10 dB +10 dB
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
BALANCE
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
L R
2
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
OPTION
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
DUAL PRG
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
MAIN
MAIN
,
SAP
,
MAIN+SAP
MULTI CONTROL
PUSH ENTER
• To cancel
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
OPTION
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
DR COMP
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
OFF
OFF, STANDARD, MAX
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
OPTION
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
A
/
D ATT
INPUT SELECTOR INPUT SELECTOR
OFF
OFF ON
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SA-XR50
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