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FCC Information 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. In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or modifications not expressly approved by Thomson multimedia Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this product.
Table of Content FCC Information Care and Maintenance Getting Started Unpacking the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Unpacking the Speakers (RT2280 Only) . .3 Inserting Batteries into Remote Control .3 Set Up and Maintenance of the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Protect your Components from Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Connecting to Audio-Visual Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Digital Connection . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started Unpacking the Receiver You should receive the following items: + - TV ON OFF VCR1 DVD•6 CH VCR2 AM•FM SAT•CABLE STANDBY/ON + 6 CH.
Getting Started Unpacking The Speakers (RT2280/RT2250 Only) Set up and Maintenance of the Receiver • one set of speakers including 2 left and right front speakers, 1 centre speaker, 1 subwoofer and 2 left and right rear speakers. • Provide spaces for sufficient ventilation as indicated: EN 10 cm/4" FRONT SPEAKERS CENTER SPEAKERS 10 cm/ 4" 10 cm/ 4" SUB WOOFER REAR SPEAKERS (SURROUND SOUND) 10 cm/4" 5 cm/ 2" • Do not connect to the AC power cords until all connections are completed.
Getting Started Connecting to Audio-Visual Components DIGITAL CONNECTION If you have a SAT receiver DVD player or CD player with a digital output, you can make use of an optical digital connecting cord (not supplied) or coaxial digital connecting cord (not supplied) to carry the audio portion of the signal and enjoy Dolby Digital sound quality. One optical or coaxial cable is needed for each SAT receiver, DVD player or CD player.
Getting Started Digital Connections AM Loop Antenna and FM Indoor Antenna Read instructions carefully when connecting components to the receiver. 1. Uncoil the Antenna wire and located the base end 2. Press down on the Antenna tab to open the terminal Digital In Jacks can accept Dolby Digital (AC-3), or PCM signals when compatible components are connected. ANTENNA COAXIAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO) Connect to coaxial digital output of DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible devices.
Getting Started Connecting the Speakers FRONT SPEAKERS RIGHT LEFT + - + - CENTER SPEAKER Connect the L, R speaker (with red/black terminal) on the back of the speakers to the corresponding color on the receiver. Do the same for center (with blue/black terminal), rear speaker (with grey/black terminal) and the subwoofer (with brown/black terminal).
Getting Started Positioning your speaker Alignment Align the center speaker evenly with (A), or slightly behind (B), the left and right speakers, but not ahead of them. 1 Left, Right (Front Speakers) EN They carry primarily music and sound effects 2 Center In surround mode, the center speaker carries much of the dialogue as well as music and effects. It should be set between the left and right speakers.
Getting Started Preferred surround placement Location If possible, place surround speakers to either side of the listening area, not behind it. Advanced Setting Alternative Surround Placement Rear wall If rear wall mounting is the only choice, aim the speakers at each other (A), towards the front (B) or even towards the sidewalls (C, D). Experiment with placement until surround sounds seem to envelop you, rather than coming from behind you.
Getting Started Test Tone / Channel balance Channel balance Your receiver is equipped with a test signal generator for balancing the channels. As the signal "travels" from channel to channel, adjust the level controls until each channel plays at the same loudness level. (details see operation of test/setup) Connecting for Power Make sure you connect all your other electronic components and the speakers before plugging your receiver into the outlet.
Operating Your Receiver 1 5 2 10 11 12 13 14 15 7 6 STANDBY/ON 6 CH.IN FUNCTION High Current Discrete Amplifier VCR-2 / VIDEO CAM INPUT HOME THEATER AV SURROUND RECEIVER RT2280 3 9 4 Receiver Controls 1. STANDBY/ON To turn the unit on/ off. When the system is turned on, the unit will go to the mode it was in before power off. 2. MUTE To mute all audio outputs. 3. PHONES Plug your headphones (not supplied) into it for your private enjoyment. Speakers will be off when phones are inserted. 4.
Operating Your Receiver Your Remote Control Please be sure you have inserted the batteries into the remote control (see relevant section on page 3.) You can test it by pressing any button. If it works, the red LED will light. 1. ON/OFF To turn on or off the receiver and other auxiliary components (see page 14 “Using the Remote to Control Additional Components”). EN 2. Source Buttons To turn on and select various audio/ video sources.
Operating Your Receiver Display DSP • Unit is in DSP (Digital Sound Processing) mode. • Audio output is in Dolby Digital mode. • Audio output is in Dolby ProLogic mode. • Speaker Icons. SLEEP • Audio output is in 3 Stereo mode. ST • Unit in Sleep mode. MEMORY • Tuner stereo signal detected. • Unit in Memory mode. TUNED KHz MHz • Tuner station detected. • Tuner frequency unit.
Operating Your Receiver Switching on /off Selection of Audio/Video source • To switch on the receiver, press STANDBY/ON button (1) once. Alternatively, you can press any of the source buttons to power on the receiver. When one of the source button is pressed, the audio and video input corresponding to the name will be activated. The receiver acts as a switching device between all the sources that are plugged into to it. VCR1 ON OFF TV STANDBY/ON DVD•6 CH VCR2 AM•FM SAT•CABLE VCR1 ON OFF TV 6 CH.
Operating your Receiver You can connect up to 7 audio/video sources to this amplifier: Source button Corresponding connector (receiver front panel) (receiver back panel) - DVD SAT VCR-1 VCR-2 CD TV TAPE FM/AM DVD IN (audio / video) SAT IN (audio / video) VCR-1 IN (audio / video) VCR 2 IN (audio / video) CD IN (audio only) TV IN (audio only) TAPE IN (audio only) built-in When a source is selected, the source name will be shown on the display.
Operating your Receiver NOTE Once your remote is encoded, you can press ON/OFF on the remote once to turn off the component and then followed by the second time quickly to turn off the receiver (i.e. this unit). If you only want the receiver to be turned off, select FM/ AM while the unit is ON before pressing ON/OFF. Using the receiver to play a source After having properly connected a source (DVD, CD, VCR) to the receiver, you can partly control them through the receiver.
Operating your Receiver Example 3: LD: You may need to select a different Audio Channel on your LD (refer to your LD player manual) 8. Adjust volume knob accordingly 5- Tune the stations by pressing TUNING UP or DOWN repeatedly until the desired station is found. Alternatively, you can press and hold TUNING UP or DOWN for about one second to activate the automatic SEARCH function.
Operating your Receiver Manual preset Storing radio stations: The receiver can store up to 30 radio stations in memory. You can enter every single radio station yourself or the receiver can store all available radio station automatically in an ascending order. 1. Select the band wave by pressing AM/FM repeatedly 2. Tune to a radio station (see "Manual tuning" on page 16 above for details) Automatic preset storing : 6 CH.IN VCR1 ON OFF TV ID GU E• RDM•P 3. Press MENU on the remote control.
Operating your Receiver Retrieving preset stations 6 Channel external input 1. Press AM/FM to select tuner mode An external decoder (Dts, Dolby Digital, etc…) or a device with built-in multi-channel decoder and 6 channel output connector (DVD player, TV…) can be connected to the 6CH input. It is therefore possible to play any future 6 Channels coding (SACD, DVD Audio) thanks to this connection.
Advanced Sound Control Sound Enhancement Systems This receiver is equipped with several built-in sound enhancement systems. Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby 3 Stereo This surround system reproduces theater-like surround sound from Dolby-encoded software. The Pro Logic mode uses the built-in circuit to steer the Left, Center, Right and Surround channel audio signals and uses all five speakers and an optional subwoofer to play decoded Dolby Pro Logic program source, such as TV and VCR.
Advanced Sound Control Stereo Input Signal Setting The Stereo mode uses the two main channel outputs from the front speakers. Use this mode if you have connected the front speakers only. The receiver defaults to the most convenient settings for your easiest use (see table). DSP (Digital Sound Processor) These digital sound effects resemble sounds in a real environment such as Stadium, Concert, Theater, Arena, Church, Club.
Advanced Sound Control Fine Setting of the Speakers Speaker Configurations This receiver supports a wide range of speakers and subwoofers. For optimal surround sound enjoyment, you need to register the speaker selection settings of your audio system. If you buy this receiver with accompanied speaker package, then this step has been done for you. Also, to make the surround sound more effective and suit the acoustic conditions in your listening room, you need to delay the signal from some of the speakers.
Advance Sound Control Use a subwoofer to enjoy optimum sound. • Subwoofer Phase: Try both settings and select the sound preferred. • Speaker distance: For optimum surround experience measure the distance between the speaker and your favorite listening position. Speaker Icons The receiver shows you the speakers’ types and settings on the display with the following icons: Small Front Speakers 1. Press and hold TEST/SET UP for 3 seconds 6 CH.
Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Tips Receiver/Tuner Operation STEREO indicator is off. • Adjust the antenna. Cleaning the Exterior • Disconnect the system from AC power before cleaning the exterior of the system with a soft dust cloth, or with a slightly damp leather chamois. Never use strong solvents. Equipment Specifications RT2280/RT2250: The signal is Mono. Severe hum or noise. • The signal is too weak. Connect an external antenna.
Remote Codes VCR CODES CABLE CODES ABC ANTRONIX ARCHER CABLETENNA CABLEVIEW CENTURY CITIZEN COLOUR VOICE COMTRONICS CONTEC EASTERN GARRARD GC ELECTRONICS GEMINI GENERAL INSTRUMENT HAMLIN HITACHI HYTEX JASCO JERROLD PIONEER PULSAR RCA REALISTIC REGAL REGENCY REMBRANDT RUNCO SAMSUNG SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA SIGNAL SIGNATURE SL MARX SPRUCER STARCOM STARGATE STARQUEST TANDY TELEVIEW TOCOM TOSHIBA TUSA TV86 UNIKA UNITED ARTISTS UNITED CABLE UNIVERSAL VIDEOWAY VIEWSTAR 5002, 5008, 5008, 5008 5008 5011 5011 5012, 501
Remote Codes MEMOREX MGA MGN TECHNOLOGY MIDLAND MINOLTA MITSUBISHI MONTGOMERY WARD MOTOROLA MTC MULTITECH NEC NIKKO NOBLEX OLYMPUS OPTIMUS OPTONICA ORION PANASONIC PENTAX PENTEX RESEARCH PHILCO PHILIPS PILOT PIONEER PORTLAND PROSCAN PROTEC PULSAR QUARTER QUARTZ QUASAR RCA RADIOSHACK/REALISTIC RADIX RANDEX RICOH RUNCO SAMSUNG SANKY SANSUI SANYO SCOTT SEARS SHARP SHINTOM SHOGUN SIGNATURE SINGER SONY STS SYLVANIA SYMPHONIC TANDY TASHIKO TATUNG TEAC TECHNICS TEKNIKA TMK TOSHIBA TOTEVSION UNITECH VECTOR RESEAR
Remote Codes KAWASHO KAYPANI KENWOOD KLOSS NOVABEAM KTV LOEWE LOGIK LUXMAN LXI MAGNAVOX MAJESTIC MARANTS MARANTZ MEGATRON MEI MEMOREX MGA MIDLAND MINUTZ MITSUBISHI MONTGOMERY WARD MOTOROLA MTC MULTITECH MULTIVISION NAD NEC NIKKO NTC ONWA OPTIMUS OPTONICA ORION PANASONIC PHILCO PHILIPS PILOT PIONEER PORTLAND PRICE CLUB PRISM PROSCAN PROTON PULSAR PULSER QUASAR RADIO SHACK/REALISTIC RCA RHAPSODY RUNCO SAMPO SAMSUNG SAMSUX SANSUI SANYO SCOTCH SCOTT SEARS SHARP SHOGUN SIGNATURE 26 1002, 1175 1004, 1068,
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