Connecting outputs – Arcam AVR200 User Manual

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Connecting to other equipment

MONITOR OUT
Both composite and S-video monitor outputs are provided for
connection to the ‘Video line in’ of your TV, monitor, or projector.
If you have both Composite and S-video inputs connected to
your AVR200 you need only connect the

S-VIDEO

Monitor Output

to your TV (provided that your TV accepts an S-video input).

LOUDSPEAKER OUTPUTS
Before connecting loudspeakers to your AVR200 you must set
the Impedance switch on the rear to the correct position.

WARNING: Never adjust this switch with the power on
or you will damage the AVR200.

If your loudspeakers are rated at 6

or lower set the switch to

the 4–6

position. If your loudspeakers are rated higher than

6

, set the switch to the 8

position.

WARNING: This unit should only be used with
loudspeakers with an impedance rating between 4

and 8

.

WARNING: When connecting loudspeakers, ensure
that no stray strands of wire are allowed to touch
other cables or the AVR200’s casing as this can cause
a short circuit and damage the amplifi er.

Bi-wiring and Bi-amping loudspeakers
Notes on these techniques are given in the Reference section
of this handbook.

Preamplifi er outputs
If you wish to upgrade your system by adding a power amplifi er,
always specify an Arcam unit to ensure matching gain.

The AVR200 has six line-level pre-amp outputs that can be
connected to Arcam external power amplifi ers to bi-amplify
(‘bi-amp’) any of the channels. Alternatively, the AVR200 can be
used solely as a preamplifi er.

Depending on how your system is confi gured, the subwoofer

AUDIO PRE-OUT

should be connected using a line level

interconnect, to either:

an active subwoofer, or

a power amplifi er used to drive a passive subwoofer.

DIGITAL OUT
Use this socket to connect to the input of a suitable digital
recorder (e.g. a CD-R or minidisc). When using a coaxial digital
input, the signal is passed through the AVR200 with no changes.
An optical input is restricted to a maximum frequency of 48kHz.

12V TRIGGER OUT
This connection is normally used only with multi-room
installations. If you are bi-amping with a power amplifi er and wish
to power both units on or off simultaneoulsy, see page 15.

PHONES (Headphone output)
A 6.3mm stereo jack socket is provided on the front panel for
headphone listening. Inserting the jack automatically mutes (i.e.
cuts off) the loudspeakers, and

AUDIO PRE-OUT

outputs. Surround

mode settings are ignored: headphone output is in stereo.

Connecting to a power supply

Wrong plug?
Check that the plug supplied with the unit fi ts your supply and
that your mains supply voltage agrees with the voltage setting
(120V or 230V) indicated on the rear panel of the unit.

If your mains supply voltage or mains plug is different, consult
your Arcam dealer or Arcam Customer Support on +44 (0)1223
203203.

Mains lead
The appliance is normally supplied with a moulded mains plug
already fi tted to the lead. If for any reason the plug needs to
be removed, it must be disposed of immediately and securely,
as it is a potential shock hazard when inserted into the mains
socket. Should you require a new mains lead, contact your
Arcam dealer.

Plugging in
Push the plug (IEC line socket) of the power cable supplied with
the unit into the socket (

AC INLET

) in the back of the unit. Make

sure it is pushed in fi rmly.

Put the plug on the other end of the cable into your power
supply socket and switch the socket on.

Non-use periods
If the unit is to be left unused for an extended period, we
recommend that you switch the unit off from the front panel
button, rather than use ‘stand by’ mode with the remote control.

Connecting outputs

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