Introduction – Arcam Delta 150 NICAM User Manual
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Delta 150 NICAM stereo TV tuner handbook
Introduction
The Arcam Delta 150 is a NICAM (Near Instantaneously
Companded Audio Multiplex) stereo TV tuner which offers the
enthusiast near compact disc quality stereo sound from terrestrial TV
broadcasts in the UK.
The Delta 150 is a stand alone unit built to the highest
standards. It is designed to be used in conjunction with a television or
video system, and complements the existing range of Arcam Delta
hi fi separates.
Although there are many 'stereo' TV sets currently available,
the quality of the TV's own speakers will not realise the full potential of
the Delta 150.
Best results will be achieved when the Delta 150 is
connected to an amplifier and a pair of good quality hi fi loudspeakers.
We recommend positioning your television set midway between your
speakers, and turning down the volume on the TV set. If your room
layout does not permit this, and your amplifier is capable of driving two
or more pairs of speakers, you might choose simply to place a second
pair of speakers either side of the TV and use these when watching the
television. Your main pair of speakers can then be left in their existing
location and used exclusively for the hi fi system.
The Delta 150 is also equipped with a high quality composite
video output. This can be used to enhance picture quality, provided your
TV has a suitable composite video input (usually found on a SCART or
Peritel A/V socket).
Because of its design, the Delta 150's 8 presets can be tuned
and operated in much the same way as a conventional TV set, either
from the unit itself, or via the supplied CR50 remote control handset.
This also provides remote control operation of the volume, mute, and
standby functions.
Please study this handbook carefully to ensure that you get
the best possible results from your Delta 150 NICAM tuner. It will
probably be necessary to refer to the handbooks of your video cassette
recorder (VCR) and TV in order to find the configuration that suits
you best.
If in doubt, consult your dealer. He is there to help!