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AVM 50
OPERATING MANUAL
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S O F T W A R E V E R S I O N 1 . 3 x
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING! WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowpoint within an equilateral triangle warns of the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock t
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8. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered
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16. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Do not expose this product to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the product. 17. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
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TABLE of CONTENTS SECTION PAGE 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 Before Making Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.2 In-Use Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.3 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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4. OPERATION 4.1 Power On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 4.2 Path Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 4.3 Manually Copying the Main Path to Zone2/3 and Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 4.4 Source Selection . . . . .
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6. SOFTWARE UPDATING 6.1 Software Version Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 6.2 Software Updating Via Your Dealer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 6.3 Software Updating Via Your Computer and the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Appendix A – IR Macros for Surround Modes and FM
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1. INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Anthem AVM 50. The AVM 50 is a cutting-edge home theater audio and video processor with independent multizone capabilities and FM/AM tuner. Anthem products are engineered to recreate the passion of a live musical performance and thrill of the best movie theaters by using the highest level of circuit design, proprietary software, superior build quality, innovative features, and intuitive ergonomics with tremendous flexibility. 1.1 BEFORE MAKING CONNECT
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1. INTRODUCTION continued … 1.3 FRONT PANEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 1 – Path selection 8 – Subwoofer / LFE Level settings 2 – Mode / Surround Decoder indicators 9 – Power On / Stand-By (MAIN / ZONE2 / ZONE3) 3 – Display 10 – Mute 4 –FM•AM Preset selection 11 – Status review / Enter Setup Menu 5 –FM•AM Tuning / Setup navigation 12 – Balance setting 6 – Master Control Knob 13 – Bass / Treble settings • Volume 14 – LED and Display Brightness setting (see section 3.12) / Enter V
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1. INTRODUCTION continued … 1.4 FRONT PANEL DISPLAY MAIN Display Example: 1 2 3 DVD1 Dolby D 1080p 5.1+PLIIx Movie -7.5 5 4 1 – Source selection. 2 – Audio Input Format or Sleep indication if engaged. 3 – Video input resolution. 4 – Volume. 5 – Number of input channels + Surround Mode. FM•AM Display Example: 1 2 3 FM2-5 St Sk> 480i 101.3 MHz -18.5 dB 4 1 – Band+Bank+Preset. The tuner has three FM banks (FM1, FM2, and FM3) and one AM bank. 2 – FM mode. Displays “St” when in stereo, “HB” when in H
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1. INTRODUCTION continued … 1.5 REAR PANEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 SHOCK HAZARD EXPANSION PORT DO NOT OPEN. RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR 12 27 SUB 2 120V 60Hz MAX MAIN AUDIO-OUT 13 MAIN AUDIO-O UT (BALAN CED) 26 24 22 21 25 23 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 1 – 7 composite video inputs 15 – RS-232 interface (bidirectional) 2 – 7 S-Video inputs 16 – Main audio output (10 jacks) 3 – 5 S-Video outputs 17 – 6-channel analog audio input 4 – 5 composite video outputs 18 – AES/EBU digital audio input
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S H N S N S T P E R K E E A Y O F F S C E A C E P E U R E F F I D A R S S L C X N R Y U M O O D L P F S E B T W I 1. INTRODUCTION continued … 1.6 REMOTE CONTROL 1 1 – IR Transmitter (front face) 2 2 – LED 36 3 – Power ON for MAIN, ZONE2, and ZONE3 control modes 3 Power ON/OFF for other control modes (see #4) This key does not turn the AVM 50 off (see #31) SSP PATH 4 – Control mode (to control other components) 4 MAIN Z2 Z3 CD These are not the source selection keys (see #19) 5 –FM•AM Preset s
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1. INTRODUCTION continued … 1.7 SPEAKER PLACEMENT These illustrations show typical speaker placement for a 7.1-channel surround system. The Surround and Rear speakers are normally positioned 2-3 feet above ear level. The subwoofer can be placed in any location where severe resonances are prevented – see section 3.3. 2 1 3 8 7 4 6 5 5 and 6 are not used in a 5.1 system 1. Front-Left 3. Front-Right 5. Rear-Right* 7. Surround-Left* 2. Center 4. Surround-Right* 6. Rear-Left* 8. Subwoofer (“.1”) *Dip
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1. INTRODUCTION continued … 1.8 INTERCONNECTS These illustrations show audio, video, IR, and trigger connectors used between source components, the AVM 50, displays, and power amplifiers. Note that when RCA cables have coaxial construction and their impedance is 75 ohms, they are equally suitable for analog video and digital audio. RCA Black or RCA Red RCA Yellow HDMI Mini DIN White Analog Left Analog Right Digital Audio or Channel Channel Composite Video RCA Green: RCA Blue: RCA Red: Digital Vi
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2. CONNECTIONS 2.1 VIDEO CONNECTIONS To configure inputs, see section 3.6 and to configure video outputs see section 3.1. HDMI (digital): Audio and video are transmitted from source components to the AVM 50. Maximum video resolution is 1080p/60. Audio is transmitted as Dolby Digital, DTS, or up to six channels of PCM. Connect HDMI output to a display with HDMI or DVI input – one with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) is required to display protected material. If the source materia
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2. CONNECTIONS continued … 2.2 AUDIO CONNECTIONS There are two methods of transmitting audio signals: Analog and Digital. Analog is an electrical waveform representation of sound and requires one cable for each channel. Digital represents sound using a sequence of numbers and requires only one cable for all channels. Any audio input can be changed from the factory setting to either Digital or Analog connection. Furthermore, any one set to analog can be used with Digital Signal Processing for bas
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2. CONNECTIONS continued … Analog Audio Outputs: Balanced connection offers the highest transmission quality over long cable lengths, because it rejects noise pickup. In the AVM 50, XLR output voltage is twice that of RCA (6 dB higher). The RCA outputs and the XLR outputs are always active – both can be used at the same time if the system requires it. Parallel outputs are provided for a second center channel speaker and/or subwoofer. If your screen is large, you might want to use one center chan
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2. CONNECTIONS continued … 2.3 FM • AM ANTENNAS To connect the AM loop antenna, press the spring-loaded tabs of the AM ANTENNA connector and insert the bare ends of the two wires. Move the antenna until best reception is found. To connect the FM antenna, connect the two wires to the screw terminals of the SHOCK HAZARD 75-ohm to 300-ohm adapter, then connect the adapter to the FM ANTENNA EX P ANSION PORT DO N O T OPE N . RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE connector. Move the antenna until best receptio
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DVD VCR EJECT CD Player Track 1 EJECT 2. CONNECTIONS continued … Example 1: DVD Player to AVM 50 to Main Display SATELLITE HDTV receivers are connected the same way as DVD players. HDMI IN DVD VCR EJECT CD Player Track 1 EJECT SHOCK HAZARD EXPANSION PORT DO NOT OPEN. RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR SUB 2 SATELLITE 120V 60Hz MAX MAIN AUDIO-OUT MAIN AUDIO-O UT (BALAN CED) Connect if using Connect if using digital REC-OUT or Connect if Connect for ZONE2/3 or if source’s video us
