User manual KLIPSCH ACT-1

[. . . ] Remote power On/Off capability for four other components is available with the optional RPC- FilteredAC 1. 20 Power Switcher. AC Power Connection Connect to suppliedpower cord. ~: Connect either @ or CD DO NOT USEBOTH. AUDIO INPUTS AUDIO OUTPUTS 0 e e LaserdiscAudio Inputs VCR 1 Audio Inputs VCR 2 Audio Inputs 0 Connect audio sources directly as labeled. ~: If an audio D/A convertor or other non-standard AN source is used, connect to LD Input only Audio Source Outputs Connect to the inputsof the amplifier channels powering left and right front speakers. Be surethat left and right channel outputs are connected to their corresponding amp inputs. e 0 Center Channel Output Subwoofer Output (with Crossover) Connect to the inputsof the amplifier channel powering the center speaker. If you are usingnon-powered subwooferswithout a built in crossover, connect to the inputsof the amplifier channel powering the subwoofer. . e Audio Record Outputs Connect to the audio inputsof the VCRthat will be used for recording. [. . . ] ~: Dolby specifies the Pro LogicTM delay settings are limited to between 15-40milliseconds. To set the delay, start with the delay indicator on screen in the center position. With the remote control in your hand, pressthe "Delay" button one time. To change the delay more than one setting position hold the button down. If you hear any echo, cycle through the settings until the echo disappears. If you need more delay for effect, move to the next position to the right. The delay control may also be used to create subtle "hall" type sound effects. ~: Thereare no delay settingsin Music Mode. W W [IJ m Center Channel Volume Controls level of center channel speaker only. Rear SurroundVolume Controls level of rear speakers. 4D Source Select Allows the selection of LaserdiscC, LaserdiscS, VCR 1 or VCR 2 input for viewing on the television. Surround Mode as the recording output. The ACT I is capable of allowing you to view one source while recording from a second to a third source. Forexample; you want to record a movie from a Laserdiscto a VCR but you want to watch the Indy 500. Fromthe Record selector on the remote control pick the source that you wish to record from (be sure that the Record output of the ACT I is connected to the unit you wish to record with!) and start both machines. Then from the Source control select the input that you want to watch (the race) and your ACT I will do the rest! If you need to check the quality of the recording ACTI; Dolby Pro Logic, MusicSurround, and MonoEnhance. Bypass mode isprovided for non-surround simply pressthe "Record View" button. Forlisteningto material encoded with Dolby Stereo(VHSor Beta hi-fi, Laserdiscs, CD-V, there is a problem just monitor the "Record" output while you track it down and fix it. (Be sure MTS broadcast televisionor Satellitebroadcasts) select the Dolby ProLogicTM mode. The Pro LogicTM to refer to the VCR owner's manual for recording problems. ) Press the button again to return to the will provide active steering of the signalfor more "Source" screen. accurate placement of soundin the listening area and spectacular audio effects. Mute Formonophonic programs, such as movies not The mute button silencesthe entire system. encoded in Dolby Stereo or standardtelevision broadcasts, select the Mono Enhance mode. This Power On/Off mode provides synthesizedstereo for the front and TurnsACT I on and off. Filtered AC Power Switcher attached, this button MusicMode createsa formof surround soundfor can also turn on and off the entire system. stereo sources. In the Bypassmode your ACT I functions as a stereo preamp. [. . . ] Youare now ready to enjoythe AmericanCustomTheatreexperience. * m Note: the set up adjustmentsare not an absolute. The on-screen display is helpful for recalling the approximate set up level, From source to source and movie to movie you may want to subtly adjust the Rear Surround Volume for optimum listening, * When listening to non DolbyIM encoded material you should listen to your source through all the modes available and determine which mode you prefer for the current material, you may also need to readjust rear channel level. USING THEACT I WITH A PREAMPLIFIER When usingthe ACT I with a preamplifier connect Preomp Tape Inp~o Outputs V. Audio Source This allows you to easilyswitch the processor in and out of your system. 2 Set LISTEN control to TAPE 1, Out of the System 1 Set LISTEN control to any source other than TAPE1, SPECIFICATIONS The following specifications are measurementswhich need not have anything to do with the sound, quality and value of an audio component. To improve both the audio and video quality, many engineering solutionswere used which will not necessarilybe reflected in the specifications. [. . . ]