B&K PT 3 series II User's Manual
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1. E RGB IG RA e gU 12 Choosing a SOUL CB Iti Tu etc tu ca tieng etnies eie tuc M cies 13 T 13 Adjusting Balance 14 Adjusting Bass helmed a abe weg edu nie 14 Adjusting Treble 252 eR 14 LOQUCNESS E PES MERE 14 Pod ege EISE UE e 15 ac et n a M c ua he De De cT A E NT 16 sl eum 17 Headphone 7 sans ean REG UR UT 18 Help wees ee E S RU IL EEUU EIS 18 PIOGUGE Info cde EE DET 18 SOU Pe as E E EE 19 Favorite Preset Setup an i eke eae ee 19 Source Names Setup vehi eee Cee eee ee a a 20 8 Rb Reda 20 Preset Operation Setup 1 ROG RAN E e EX 21 Preset Volume a IE uber ar Lb aeta d e abaci edite aan 21 Preset Naming eS ITA be RAI 21 Display teles2. 22 Memory ODpllODS v nis 22 Frequently Asked Questions 23 Advanced Setup Features 1o ni ker Rel Se WO 24 Miscellarieous S etup epe a cedes ca ere e a lee 24 Power On Tiles de aera do aan c no dT EN E 24 Gontrol OUt ICE RAM emere oe C e ed exea 25 Security Options eee SGre d euh is ebbe ES 25 Factory Ws ea ton MeL tats tas 25 Troubleshootlnd 26 Preamplifier Tuner Specifications 27 Menu Sysleni die Rea ek EET et a en ear 28 Advanced Menu System 29 Rear Panel Enlarged View 30 Notes d IAN ec dide M 31 Limited Warranty 32 Returning Eq ipment 2 12 eo tos te e n 32 P N 13010 REV 0005 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN PLEASE READ BEFORE INSTALLING WARNING to preve
3. or i RIGHT INPUT LEFT INPUT Power Amplifier RIGHT SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT SPEAKER OUTPUT Front Right Front Left SUB output Connect an RCA cable from the Preamplifier Tuner s SUB output If your subwoofer does not contain its own amplifier you will need to purchase an external B amp K or other power amplifier Connect the Preamplifier Tuners SUB output to the audio input of the external amplifier Connect the external amplifier s speaker output to your subwoofer If you prefer to use your subwoofer s internal crossover then connect the Preamplifier Tuner s full range outputs to the sub s input and connect your power amplifier or powered speaker s to the sub s high pass output P N 13010 REV 0005 ANTENNA CONNECTIONS The FM jack is a standard screw on F type Fmantenna connector The AM is a push type Strip 14 inch 7 of insulation off your AM antenna wires FM Antenna Input insert one wire end into each hole while holding irom Indoor Outdoor Antenna the tabs down Release the tabs to lock in the SUHER AM antenna wires vo Cable Box etc antenna from Loop Antenna CONTROL OUTPUT IR INPUT 3 5 mm control output ontror Control Output This connection is to be used for to amplifier etc OUT CAUTION controlling other equipment such as an external B amp K 12 0 Seana IRn Components Ltd amplifier projection Screen etc 2
4. repeater Connect your control cable to the Preamplifier Tuner using t mam a mono 3 5 mm jack shown The plug must be 38kHz wired as tip and the long barrel section IR INPUT The Control output is programmable for each source in your system see Advanced Setup However the Preamplifier Tuner provides the following factory preprogrammed setup that should serve for most standard system applications Control HEADPHONE 12 VDC when the unit is on and in Headphone mode Off when the unit is off or in Headphone Mode This mode may be used for controlling external amplifiers or powered sub woofers in an audio zone Note The control outputs can output a maximum of 50 mA Check to see that the source you are connecting to the control out requires 50 mA or less current WARNING Not all manufacturers adhere to the 12 VDC control specification Check to see if your sources control inputs are 12 VDC compatible Do not connect your Preamplifier Tuner s control outputs to a source with control or remote inputs rated at 6 VDC or other voltage rating Damage to your source may result IR Inputs Your Preamplifier Tuner can be controlled by a directly connected IR repeater system in combination with or in place of the supplied remote control Connect your IR input cable to the Preamplifier Tuner using a mono 3 5 mm jack shown above The plug must be wired as tip and the long barrel section T
5. Memory Options Your Preamplifier Tuner continually saves any settings you have made even if power is lost However you may wish to save a backup of your settings in case of inadvertent changes to them MEMORY OPTIONS BACKUP MEMORY SEL TO CONFIRA 1 setup menu From setup menu v TUNE move to memory options 2 SEL or ENTER ENTER enter memory options menu VOLUME KNOB select backup or restore memory E ENTER activate selected memory operation E ENTER confirm selected memory operation note this takes a few seconds PRESET and E ENTER return to setup menu PRESET and return to main menu PRESET and return to normal operation To restore backup settings perform the same procedure as described above but select restore instead of backup If you have never made a backup then performing a restore will call back the original factory settings P N 13010 REV 0005 22 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS My collection of equipment differs from the labels on the back of my Preamplifier Tuner how can hook them up Your Preamplifier Tuner provides 5 identical sets of inputs V1 V2 TV DVD and CD It is convenient to connect components as labeled on the back of your Preamplifier Tuner but since all the inputs are identical you can connect any compatible source to any set of inputs For example you can connect a DAT p
6. PUE TUNEIUPHEAMP eo Q SS UTERE UM eis SEN Q NN TUNE TUNE SOURCE LOUDNESS LEVEL HEADPHONE SLEEP PRESET ENTER SAVE Be Vm mo Ma ms Ma 0 oo o Xe a 4 tid AD add S SS 73 1 Headphone Jack Stereo headphones having a standard 1 4 inch binaural plug can be connected to the headphone output The Preamplifier Tuner must be on and in HEADPHONE Mode for proper headphone operation 2 Front panel buttons e SLEEP Puts the Preamplifier Tuner in and out of standby mode PRESET Steps through audio presets for instant recall of setups Pressing ENTER recalls the preset e ENTER Confirm selection Pressing PRESET and ENTER simultaneously will enter the MENU state Save a preset 6 SAVE Press ENTER to accept Allows tuning down or tuning up of the AM FM tuner DENN While MENU steps through menus sources or characters SOURCE Steps through the audio sources LOUDNESS Engages an audio intelligibility circuit for low level listening Selects VOLUME BALANCE BASS or TREBLE level to be adjusted via LEVEL the rotational encoder 3 Display The Preamplifier Tuner display is a 16 character alphanumeric fluorescent display Displays current status of the Preamplifier Tuner and any changes being performed 4 Volume control For co
7. TUNE move to source names 2 SEL or ENTER ENTER enter source names menu B SOURCE step to source select desired source for renaming A TUNE or 4 TUNE change blinking character VOLUME KNOB move to new character position repeat 4 5 until all renaming complete repeat 3 6 to rename additional sources PRESET and return to setup menu Source Levels Setup This setup allows you to match the levels of your sources so that there are no large changes in volume as you change from one source to another This is for your convenience only and need not be performed unless you wish to You may use a SPL meter or your ear to adjust the levels Note that the levels will depend not only on this setting but also on the source material being played back You may wish to use a test disc Note that the only setting permitted are 0 and 1 From setup menu From setup menu AO v A TUNE or M TUNE move to source levels 2 SEL or ENTER ENTER enter source levels menu 3 desired Source ii SOURCE step to source select desired source for level setup 4 BAL L or VOLUME KNOB set desired level repeat 3 4 set additional source levels PRESET and return to setup menu P N 13010 REV 0005 20 Preset Operation Setup This menu allows you to configure various aspects of how presets function PRESET 1 P me
8. Lock under Security Options in this manual Cycle the Preamplifier Tuner s front panel POWER switch to OFF then back to ON Note If the unit continues to blow power inlet fuses have the unit checked by a qualified technician DO NOT USE A HIGHER RATED FUSE contact B amp K customer service 26 P N 13010 REV 0005 PREAMPLIFIER TUNER SPECIFICATIONS Preamplifier Specifications Frequency Response Input Sensitivity Maximum Output Level Signal to Noise Ratio Input Impedance Output Impedance Audio Analog Inputs Audio Analog Outputs High Pass Crossover Low Pass Crossover Tuner Specifications Frequency Range Total Harmonic Distortion Frequency Response Capture Ratio IHF Usable Sensitivity Mono Stereo Sensitivity Alternate Channel Selectivity Signal to Noise Ratio Antenna Input Impedance 5 Hz 20 kHz 0 0 5dB 63 mV 8 V rms 89 dB CCIR 2 k Weighted max level 50 k Ohms 221 Ohms 6 4 80 Hz 12 per octave 80 Hz 12 per octave FM Section 87 5 107 9 MHz Less than 0 25 20 Hz 15 kHz 1 3 dB 2 dB 12 dBf 15 35 dBf 65 dB 70 dB A Weighted 75 Ohms Miscellaneous Line voltage Power consumption Replacement fuses Dimensions Weight Warranty See Warranty page for complete explanation Upgrade Tuner Specifications Frequency Range Total Harmonic Distortion IHF Usable Sensitivity Alternate Channel Selectivity An
9. of your unit 2 AC input receptacle For attaching the supplied AC power cord to the Preamplifier Tuner 3 RS232 input Optional RS232 software is available to allow for enhanced system control and interface 4 Control out Output that allows you to remotely control external devices See Making The Connection 5 IR in Accepts input from external IR receptors Connect an IR repeater home run to IR IN for controlling the Preamplifier Tuner This method of control is useful when the front IR receptor is blocked for example by a cabinet door or to control the Preamplifier Tuner from another room This input is typically used in place of an emitter attached to the front panel 6 MONO L R and SUB PREAMP outputs Variable level outputs for driving external power amplifiers or powered speakers Mono is the summation of the L R full range audio signals that is then processed by a low pass filter to reduce audio above 80 Hz to source the SUB output 7 HIGH PASS outputs Variable level outputs for driving external power amplifiers or powered speakers These outputs have been processed through a high pass filter to reduce audio below 80 Hz Use these outputs for small speakers or in a sub woofer satellite system Note these outputs are identical to the full range outputs with the addition of a 80 Hz 12 dB Octave high pass filter 8 FULL RANGE PREAMP outputs Variable level output to your external amplifiers 9 TAPE inputs and outp
10. the other end to the left white TAPE audio output on the Preamplifier Tuner Repeat for the right red audio connection P N 13010 REV 0005 USING FULL RANGE SPEAKERS Connect the Preamplifier Tuner s outputs to your external amplifier s or powered speakers Shown below is a typical Preamplifier output setup for use with large speakers Note the use of a sub woofer is optional POWERED PREAMP OUTPUTS SUBWOOFER MONO HIGH FULL PASS RANGE or RIGHT INPUT LEFT INPUT Power Amplifier RIGHT SPEAKER OUTPUT LEFT SPEAKER OUTPUT Front Right Front Left SUB output Connect an RCA cable from the Preamplifier Tuner s SUB output If your subwoofer does not contain its own amplifier you will need to purchase an external B amp K or other power amplifier Connect the Preamplifier Tuners SUB output to the audio input of the external amplifier Connect the external amplifier s speaker output to your subwoofer If you prefer to use your subwoofer s internal crossover connect to the Preamplifier Tuner s Mono output P N 13010 REV 0005 USING SMALL SPEAKERS Connect the Preamplifier Tuner s outputs to your external amplifier s or powered speakers Shown below is a typical Preamplifier output setup for use with small speakers Note the use of a subwoofer is not optional and is needed to reproduce low frequency audio material POWERED PREAMP OUTPUTS SUBWOOFER MONO HIGH FULL PASS RANGE
11. 3010 0005 29 REAR PANEL ENLARGED VIEW Bs euuajue WY O euuajue Wd SLNdNI 328105 5 suiejs g 1 1535 12271 AN ojeyng PIO 0012 syuauodwog 9 0680 58 4 St LuVd 40 Luvdans OLLNVNSHNd 391430 SNILNdWOD 8 55710 V SLIWIT JHL S3I1dWO09 N3dO 10N OQ MIOHS 91419313 NOILNY P N 13010 REV 0005 30 NOTES P N 13010 REV 0005 31 LIMITED WARRANTY B amp K Components Ltd referred to herein as B amp K warrants your B amp K equipment against all defects in material and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and only to equipment in normal residential use and service Defective equipment must be returned to B amp K prepaid accompanied by sufficient payment to cover the cost of return shipping and handling and will be repaired or replaced at the discretion of B amp K whose decision as to the method of reparation will be final This warranty shall not apply to any equipment which is found to have been improperly installed incorrectly fused misused abused or subjected to harmful elements used in any way not in accordance with ins
12. B amp K We Simpcy Sounn BETTER series Preamplifier Tuner Owner s Manual 13010 0005 Safety Precautions Rabe Depos tete 1 FO atures ae ede ae 2 Basics 5 ase dre n btt Redon eine eee dene RD IE f cet 3 Front Panel ec ce ee bos vede dae obp lee vea eb beta wa edo ed eb de uar x 4 hear Panel eti ecu ed alid dope E ah ma nie 5 Remote Control D eU cae Ken Ra 6 Making the connection oio AUR ao oS ave VEA oO cot RS 7 Audio Contiectionis eres dee s a ww Doe A Dres a wi ut 8 Using Full Range Speakers 9 Using Small Speakers SR EROR CREER 10 Antenna Conne cuions sca tele Pelee end da E au 11 Contro OuiputylR Nput Bae 11 Operation erae de death he ds td ne Vi pent a 12 Power On Off caseros ho Ru E Ine P ESSE S Nac POS 12 ise word ihe ebd dar dr tata o EIS 12 Adjdsting
13. D player to the input labeled DVD or a VCR to the input labeled V1 or TAPE etc However your equipment may differ from the labeling on the back of your Preamplifier Tuner In most cases you can connect any type of source to any input see FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS For example if you have a satellite receiver you can connect it to V2 You can also reprogram the source name that will appear on your Preamplifier Tuner s front panel See SETUP SOURCE NAMES Also note the length of the cable for each component s connection and describe how it should be routed or draw your routing scheme below your list You may want to label each cable with a name or number at both ends Use high quality connections to maintain high quality audio Think about the type and length of cable you need and obstacles in the cable s path doorways furniture walkways etc To decide which ones are right for you talk to your dealer about the various cable products that are available For safety keep all cables out of high traffic areas hallways or doorways and away from equipment that radiates power including amplifiers power cords heaters etc If you might expand your audio system later keep these ideas in mind as you plan current cable runs To provide the best tuner reception make sure the antenna is at least several feet away from the Preamplifier Tuner and any other equipment that may produce high frequency interference such as Personal computers CD pla
14. P The MAIN MENU provides a SETUP selection that enables more advanced customization of your Preamplifier Tuner s operation PRESET ana M ENTER lentermenusystem enter menu system ZR or us or TUNE move setup 3ISEL or ENTER ENTER enter setup menu Favorite Preset Setup Favorite presets need only be setup after adding changing presets or sources This feature allows for skipping selected presets when pressing the remote Preset buttons or front panel preset button When you save preset it will be automatically added to the favorite preset list FAVORITE PRESETS zov 0 1 setup menu From setup menu aory TUNE or M TUNE move to favorite presets 2 SEL or ENTER ENTER enter favorite preset menu TUNE or move to desired preset VOLUME KNOB select no skip or yes repeat 3 4 program additional presets PRESET and return to setup menu P N 13010 REV 0005 Source Names Setup From the factory your Preamplifier Tuner will display source names that match those printed on the rear of the Preamplifier Tuner and on the supplied remote However this menu allows you to change the displayed names to match the actual sources used If you do not want to change the names then skip this step Note that the tuner name cannot be changed suce wanes J gt ver d 1 From setup menu From setup menu aory TUNE or
15. an analog three head cassette or reel to reel analog tape recorder you may wish to use TAPE MONITOR which allows you to hear exactly what is on the tape as you are recording TRPE 20 DB desired source Source E SOURCE step to source step to source select desired source or TUNER desired source or TUNER source will appear on TAPE output wait a few seconds while Preamplifier Tuner analyzes selected source TAPE E SOURCE step quickly to TAPE select TAPE monitor TAPE will appear at the preamp s output HEADPHONE MODE Headphone Mode allows you to operate your Preamplifier Tuner with the CONTROL OUT set to off This feature allows your Preamplifier Tuner to turn off external amplifiers or powered sub woofers with compatible CONTROL inputs Your Preamplifier Tuner has the capability to be set up to allow for other control out functions see ADVANCED FEATURES HEADPHONE GFF HEADPHONE 1 Can t do directly from front panel toggle headphone on off headphone on off refer to MENU operation P N 13010 REV 0005 ADJUSTING BALANCE BAL L positions the source left by decreasing the right channel level BAL R positions the source right by decreasing the left channel level mem BAL L or BAL LEVEL step to BALANCE adjust balance left or right then use VOLUME KNOB ADJUSTING BASS BASS increase or decrease the low frequency content in 2 dB inc
16. e not only the tuner station but also the volume bass treble balance loudness and headphone mode This allows you for example to save a music station with enhanced bass and a talk station with enhanced treble You are not limited to 20 AM stations and 20 FM stations You can save 1 AM station and 39 FM stations 1 FM and 39 AM or anything in between Also presets are not limited to Tuner stations You can save custom settings for any source A convenient set of 10 presets come preprogrammed with your Preamplifier Tuner Recalling a Preset CD 20 DB RECRLLING PRESET number or 10 number EM PRESET step to desired preset settings review settings for recall is or ENTER ENTER recall preset Saving a Preset au all settings you wish to save S all you wish to save prepare for saving preset 1 number or 10 number TES step to desired preset Select preset number you wish to replace TUNE or TUNE rename preset if desired be L or BAL VOLUME KNOB P N 13010 REV 0005 For best results perform the following set up procedure when you initially install your Preamplifier Tuner and anytime you change or add sources speakers etc or when you rearrange your listening area THE MENU SYSTEM Setup of your Preamplifier Tuner will require you to navigate through the menu system via the front panel or remote A complete guide to the menu system is included at the back
17. g or adjusting the Preamplifier Tuner using the front panel buttons This feature is most useful in custom applications were it is advantageous to disable user control with the front panel Note SLEEP TUNE and TUNE buttons pressed simultaneously will always disable the Front Panel Lock feature and allow for continued editing of the Advanced Setup features IR Lock Options are YES and NO default Locking out IR control will prevent changing or adjusting the Preamplifier Tuner using ANY IR remote control This feature is most useful in custom applications were it is advantageous to disable user control with an IR controller Note SLEEP TUNE and TUNE buttons pressed simultaneously will always disable the IR Lock feature and allow for continued editing of the Advanced Setup features After completing all of your advanced settings you may wish to backup the settings not available if MEMORY LOCK is set to YES Refer to Memory Backup in the Setup section of this manual FACTORY RESET Should you ever need to completely reset the Preamplifier Tuner to the original factory settings by pressing the front panel SLEEP DOWN and LEVEL buttons simultaneously The Preamplifier Tuner will perform a complete reset and erase all user programmed presets menu settings and any previously made memory backup P N 13010 REV 0005 25 PROBLEM No sound display will not light No sound display on Loud hum or buzz on one or more c
18. h respect to the equipment being returned You may request an RA number by calling B amp K at one of the below listed telephone numbers Customer Service 800 543 4242 Information 716 656 0026 We will need the following information to issue your RA number Before you call please have the following Your name address and phone number The model and serial number of the equipment to be returned A description of the problem Your sales receipt JUD DES Your call will be referred to a Technical Service Representative who will work with you to resolve the problem If it is determined that the unit must be returned for repair an RA number will be issued and the unit should be shipped to B amp K Components Ltd 2100 Old Union Road Buffalo New York 14227 P N 13010 REV 0005 32 LIST YOUR UNIT INFORMATION HERE MODEL PT SERIAL DEALER NAME DEALER PHONE tt SALES PERSON DATE PURCHASED 33 P N 13010 REV 0005
19. hannels Remote will not operate unit One or more channels sound bad TROUBLESHOOTING Preamplifier Tuner in mute Volume control to minimum Wrong source selected Line stage to amp cables loose or faulty Source to line stage cables loose or faulty Poor ground connection in interconnect cables Poor ground in main AC supply Poor ground on cable box Cables running across back of TV Batteries missing Batteries dead Batteries inserted wrong Remote signal blocked Lens requires cleaning IR Lock is enabled Itis possible that the Preamplifier Tuner needs to be reset cold power boot POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Power cord not plugged in Power off at AC source Power switch off AC power inlet fuse blown or faulty Reconnect power cord Check power at plug Turn power switch on Check for shorts or overloading Replace fuse Unmute Preamplifier Tuner Increase volume Select source Tighten repair or replace cable Tighten repair or replace cable Check all connectors and repair as necessary Check ground of outlet Have it checked by qualified serviceman Check ground Reposition cables Check for batteries inside remote Put in fresh batteries Follow diagram in battery compartment Clear path to front panel of unit Clean lens with a soft cloth Refer to
20. he input is standard 38 kHz modulated IR type with a voltage range of 6 to 12 VDC P N 13010 REV 0005 The following outlines the normal day to day operation of your Preamplifier Tuner from the supplied IR remote controller or directly from your Preamplifier Tuner s front panel POWER ON OFF The main power switch on the front panel of your Preamplifier Tuner must be on for the Preamplifier Tuner to operate When this switch is off all power is removed from your Preamplifier Tuner This prevents turning it back on with the remote control You can use the main power switch for normal day to day operation but we suggest you use the sleep function instead so that the Preamplifier Tuner can be turned on and off from the remote After turning on the main power you must wait approximately 10 seconds while your Preamplifier Tuner restores its internal memory and initializes various parameters You may want to turn off the main power switch when your Preamplifier Tuner will be idle for extended periods of time or during periods of power line fluctuations Your Preamplifier Tuner will not lose its memory while the main power switch is off can t turn off main power from remote POWER ON OFF main power on off SLEEP Normally you will simply put your Preamplifier Tuner to sleep standby when not in use Sleep mode keeps a bare minimum of functions running in order to allow remote control operation and fast start up Note that the fron
21. inputs or outputs may damage your Preamplifier Tuner or other components Damage can occur to your speakers if the power rating of each individual driver is exceeded by the power amplifiers connected to the Preamplifier Tuner Ensure that all the drivers in your system are capable of handling not only the average power being delivered by the power amplifier but also the peak power that is likely to be generated during strong passages If you are unsure of your speaker power rating contact the speaker manufacturer or the dealer where you purchased them The Preamplifier Tuner should be serviced by qualified personnel when The Preamplifier Tuner is not functioning properly The Preamplifier Tuner was exposed to rain or other type of moisture The Preamplifier Tuner was dropped or the chassis is damaged P N 13010 REV 0005 FEATURES Your new Preamplifier Tuner is a versatile audio control center The Preamplifier Tuner is designed to sound sensational and be an attractive easy to use addition to your audio system Although you already have a good idea of your Preamplifier Tuner s features we would like to take a moment to point out certain highlights Remote Control easy control of your B amp K Preamplifier Tuner Front Panel Operation nearly all functions can be controlled directly from the Preamplifier Tuner Presets 40 preset memories allow instant recall of all user settings Loudness may be used to add clarity to the audio signa
22. l for low to moderate listening levels Bass may be used to adjust room equalization Treble may be used to adjust room equalization Customized input and Preset names assign names to presets inputs or the turn on message Internal Digitally Synthesized AM FM Stereo tuner stores up to 40 AM or FM presets Analog inputs outputs six audio inputs and full range high pass low pass and mono preamplifier outputs Control Outputs one 12 VDC 9 50 mA outputs for controlling external systems such as a projection screen or B amp K amplifier IR inputs outputs one IR input and one IR output allows integrating the Preamplifier Tuner with an infrared repeater control system Gold Plated Connectors better sound with minimum signal loss and degradation Upgradable optional RS232 control will allow for enhanced system control and interface P N 13010 REV 0005 THE BASICS The following is intended to familiarize users with common terms and applications of home audio equipment Amplifier an amplifier takes the output of a preamp preamplifier and increases its level to that necessary to drive a speaker Your Preamplifier Tuner includes full range high pass low pass and mono preamp preamplifier outputs for connecting to external amplifiers and or powered speakers Preamplifier a preamplifier typically includes the capability to select from a number of sources adjust volume levels and route the signal to an amplifier Optional
23. layer to V1 instead of a VCR You can program your Preamplifier Tuner to display any 5 character name for any input see SETUP SOURCE NAMES The sixth input TAPE is primarily intended for analog recorders such as a cassette deck DAT or Mini Disc If you have a three head cassette or reel to reel tape deck you will prefer the TAPE input since it allows a full tape monitor capability Tape monitor allows you to listen to what is actually on the tape as you are recording it The Loudness control does not work at high volume settings Is this normal Your Preamplifier Tuner s Loudness control is designed to automatically shape the audio signal for increased clarity and intelligibility during LOW VOLUME settings below 15 dB The control circuit is designed to gradually reduce its effect on the audio signal as the volume is increased Loudness is completely removed as the level approaches 0 dB Can connect a phonograph directly to my Preamplifier Tuner No you will need a separate outboard phono preamplifier The output of the phone preamp can then be connected to any analog input on your Preamplifier Tuner There are several high quality outboard phono preamps available such as the B amp K Phono 10 Talk to the dealer where you purchased your Preamplifier Tuner P N 13010 REV 0005 23 ADVANCED SETUP FEATURES WARNING 7 The following describes the advanced features of the Preamplifier Tuner Since changing some of these functions ma
24. ly the preamplifier may include the capability to process the audio signal to adjust for room and listening taste preferences Your Preamplifier Tuner is capable of adding or subtracting bass and treble to correct for any needed room equalization A loudness circuit may be used to further shape the audio signal for increased clarity and intelligibility at low listening levels Sources your Preamplifier Tuner can directly provide audio from its built in AM FM tuner Typically you will want to connect a number of additional sources CD DVD player etc to your Preamplifier Tuner Your Preamplifier Tuner is designed to accommodate a wide range of audio sources Speakers and Bass Management an audio system typically uses 2 speakers located front left and right Additionally a sub woofer may be used with good results anywhere in the room Small speakers usually require a crossover to remove low frequency bass audio and pass this on to a sub woofer Your Preamplifier Tuner includes an electronic crossover that adds the capability to work with large speakers full range or small speakers high pass and a sub woofer low pass Excellent results can also be achieved using large speakers and a sub woofer Zone a zone is usually room with speakers installed in it Using Product ID s your Preamplifier Tuner may be configured to be used in systems of up to 16 zones P N 13010 REV 0005 FRONT PANEL BateComponantephL 3 series u
25. may stop one step above or below the true frequency Unless you are sure of the station s frequency check to see that the signal might be better one step above or below the frequency that SEEK has found In weak signal areas the tuner may continue to seek all the way to the end of the band To stop this simply press the opposite TUNE button BAND toggles between the AM and FM frequency bands AM selects and allows tuning of the AM frequency band FM selects and allows tuning of the FM frequency band ST M allows selecting of Stereo and Mono in the FM frequency band Setting Programming a channel to Stereo will play the channel in stereo if it is broadcast in stereo or in mono otherwise Setting Programming a channel to Mono will force the channel to mono regardless of the broadcast Use mono to reduce background noise on weak channels 1 TUNER E SOURCE step to source select TUNER 2 BANDorAMorFM SOURCE step to source select AM or FM 3 TUNE TUNE UP or 4 DOWN and then manually tune up or down to desired frequency see TUNER OPERATION for DIRECT SEEK TUNE 4 ST M Can t do directly from front panel set FM stereo mono refer to MENU operation P N 13010 REV 0005 PRESETS Presets allow you to save your favorite settings and recall them instantly Your Preamplifier Tuner can store forty presets 0 39 Most Preamplifier Tuner s only allow saving of tuner stations With the presets you sav
26. nt fire or shock hazard do not expose this unit to rain or moisture Care should be taken to prevent objects or liquid from entering the enclosure Never handle the power cord with wet hands The lightning flash with arrowhead within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may constitute a risk of electric shock to you The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user of the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the unit Caution To prevent the risk of electric shock do not remove cover No user serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified service personnel If an outdoor antenna is connected to the antenna input be sure it is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Keep the outdoor antenna away from power lines Unplug the Preamplifier Tuner from the AC outlet when plugging in or unplugging cables when left unused for an extended period of time moving the Preamplifier Tuner or when you suspect lightning in your area Prevent damage to the power cord Do not bend pull place objects on alter etc Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged Always grasp the plug on the power cord when plugging in or unplugging the Preamplifier Tuner from the AC outlet Your system may produce s
27. ntrolling system volume Turning the rotational encoder control clockwise increases the volume level counterclockwise decreases the volume level The volume knob is also used to change other Tuner and preamplifier settings See OPERATION and MENU SYSTEM sections in this manual 5 Main power switch Removes all power to the Preamplifier Tuner Normal operation of the Preamplifier Tuner requires the power switch to remain on Use the Sleep button for daily on and off of the Preamplifier Tuner It places the unit in standby mode that allows turning back on with the remote control Turn the Preamplifier Tuner off with the main power switch when not using it for an extended period of time P N 13010 REV 0005 REAR PANEL L CAUTION iut Audio Video Systems made the U S A COMPLIES WITH THE LIMITS www bkcomp com Q FOR A CLASS B COMPUTING DEVICE PURSUANT SUBPART J OF PART 15 PREAMP OUTPUTS TAPE SOURCE INPUTS FM antenna TUNER AM antenna Soma B amp K Components Ltd A RR 2100 Old Union Rd SERINLNDMBER GP lt gt D D 7 Buffalo NY 14227 G 2 J www bkcomp com ics LL ue The Preamplifier Tuner s back panel is organized into groups of inputs and outputs as shown below See back of this manual for an enlarged view 1 Serial number B amp K Components Ltd serial number
28. nu Bor T or TUNE move to preset operation 2 SEL or ENTER ENTER enter preset operation menu Preset Volume You can program presets to recall the volume level setting in effect when you saved the preset or to always use the current volume Setting PRESET OPERATION CURRENT VOLUME 1 From je operation menu operation menu A Or A TUNE or TUNE move to current or preset volume BAL L or BAL VOLUME KNOB Select current or preset Preset Naming Your Preamplifier Tuner can automatically generate a preset name when saving presets based on the selected Source Alternatively you can program it to retain the current preset name when saving presets In either case you can still edit the current or automatically generated name before confirming the preset save PRESET OPERATION RUTO NAMING YES preset operation menu TUNE or TUNE move to auto naming VOLUME KNOB select auto naming yes or no PRESET and ENTER return to setup menu P N 13010 REV 0005 21 Display Setup Set the intensity of the front panel s alohanumeric display DISPLRS SETUP DISPLRS BRIGHT 1 From setup menu From setup menu aory TUNE or M TUNE move to display setup 2 SEL or ENTER enter display setup menu ENTER 3 BAL gt VOLUME KNOB set display bright medium or dim PRESET and return to setup menu
29. of this manual We recommend that you become familiar with your Preamplifier Tuner s menu guide The following are general instructions for using the menu system MENU If you are not already in the menu system the MENU button on the remote controller will activate the menu system or simultaneously pressing PRESET and ENTER from the front panel Once you are in the menu system the MENU button will return you to the next higher level menu or if you are already at the highest level it will exit from the menu system UP DOWN ARROWS Once you are in the menu system use the TUNE TUNE ARROWS to move to the desired menu selection SELECT remote or ENTER remote or front panel Some menu selections cause another menu to be activated Use the TUNE TUNE ARROWS to move to the desired menu line Pressing SELECT or ENTER will activate the next menu LEFT RIGHT ARROWS remote or VOLUME KNOB front panel Some menu selections allow you to change one of the Preamplifier Tuner settings Use the TUNE TUNE ARROWS to move to the desired menu line Pressing the LEFT RIGHT ARROWS will change the setting There are no LEFT RIGHT ARROWS on the front panel While in the menu system the VOLUME KNOB acts as the LEFT RIGHT ARROWS This means that you will not be able to adjust the volume from the front panel while in the menu system The remote control volume will work in most menus TEXT EDITING Some menu selections will require you to edit te
30. ound levels capable of causing permanent hearing loss Do not operate for extended periods of time at high volume levels Make sure the Preamplifier Tuner is placed on a level surface Protect the Preamplifier Tuner from impact Do not drop it The Preamplifier Tuner is equipped with raised feet to provide ventilation reduce acoustic feedback and provide protection against scratching the surface the unit is resting on We advise against removing or altering feet Do not stack anything on top of the Preamplifier Tuner amplifier source etc Leave a minimum of 3 clearance from the top of the Preamplifier Tuner to the next shelf or component The Preamplifier Tuner should be located away from heat sources such as heaters or amplifiers Do not perform any internal modifications to the Preamplifier Tuner Always connect the Preamplifier Tuner s power cord to an unswitched AC outlet for normal operation If young children are present adult supervision should be provided until the children are capable of following all rules for safe operation Do not plug the Preamplifier Tuner s power cord into an outlet with an unreasonable number of other devices Be careful if using extension cords and ensure the total power used by all devices does not exceed the power rating watts amperes of the extension cord Excessive loads may cause the insulation on the cord to heat and possibly melt Mistaking CONTROL OUTPUT or IR INPUT connectors for audio
31. rements with a range of 12 dB BASS 88 or BASS LEVEL step to LEVEL 6856560 adjust bass up or down Je use VOLUME KNOB ADJUSTING TREBLE Treble increase or decrease the high frequency content in 2 dB increments with a range of 12 dB cD TREBLE TREBLE or or d LEVEL step to TREBLE step to TREBLE adjust treble up or down use VOLUME KNOB LOUDNESS Loudness may be used to further shape the audio signal for increased clarity and intelligibility at low listening levels or LOUDNESS e LOUDNESS toggle on or off P N 13010 REV 0005 TUNER OPERATION All TUNER operations require the Preamplifier Tuner s source be set to TUNER Manual Tuning press TUNE or TUNE to tune the frequency UP or DOWN in single 10 kHz steps for AM or 200 kHz steps for FM 9 kHz and 100 kHz steps for European version Direct Frequency Entry Tuning for a few seconds after performing any tuner operation TUNER BAND AM FM or TUNE you may directly enter a frequency from the remote control s numeric keypad Seek Tuning Holding the remote TUNE button will cause the tuner to SEEK tune up or down automatically stopping on strong stations Once the tuner has started seeking you can let go of the button Once a station is found you must let go of the button before you can change frequencies again In strong signal areas the tuner
32. se the control out to turn on an external video projector whenever DVD is selected Control out can also be set to HEADPHONE mode HEADPHONE mode is intended to control external amplifiers to permit headphone listening without the need for manually turning off your external amplifiers It is recommended that if HEADPHONE is set for one source then it should be set to HEADPHONE for all sources Control out can also be set to REMOTE In REMOTE mode your Preamplifier Tuner acts like a remote repeater IR remote signals detected by your Preamplifier Tuner are repeated on the control out It is recommended that if REMOTE is set for one source then it should be set to REMOTE for all sources The Control Out available settings are PHONES Default REMOTE OFF ON SECURITY OPTIONS Security options allow you to hide the ADVANCED SETUP menu to prevent inadvertent changes to advanced System settings This menu also allows you to lock various features available in your Preamplifier Tuner Advanced Visible Options are VISIBLE and HIDDEN default Memory Lock Options are YES and NO default Locking memory will prevent changes to presets and system setup settings Note Locking Memory will also remove SETUP as a selection from the Preamplifier Tuner s MENU SLEEP TUNE and TUNE buttons pressed simultaneously will always allow access to Advanced Setup editing Front Lock Options are YES and NO default Locking the front panel will prevent changin
33. t panel SLEEP button is lit while your Preamplifier Tuner is asleep and is off when your Preamplifier Tuner is operating The front panel alphanumeric display is off during sleep Also note that the supplied IR remote s POWER button is a toggle to put your Preamplifier Tuner in and out of sleep The remote control also has separate OFF and ON buttons nRDE IN THE USR PT 3 PREAMP VERSION 2 01 or POWER SLEEP bring Preamplifier Tuner out of standby 2 or POWER SLEEP put Preamplifier Tuner to sleep standby ADJUSTING VOLUME VOL or VOL VOLUME KNOB adjust volume MUTE can t do from front panel instant volume all the way down press MUTE again to restore Note The front panel VOLUME control is also used to control multiple functions and therefore cannot always control the LEVEL The front panel display will indicate which LEVEL is currently being modified VOLUME BALANCE BASS or TREBLE The VOLUME KNOB never controls volume in the menu system During normal operation the VOLUME KNOB may switch to controlling other functions but will return to MASTER LEVEL after a few seconds The remote s VOL or VOL will always change master volume level except in the SOURCE LEVEL menus P N 13010 REV 0005 12 CHOOSING A SOURCE In general the selected source will appear at the PREAMP outputs and the TAPE output desired source SOURCE step to source select desired source TAPE MONITOR If you have
34. ted IR message from your remote control includes a Product ID code that is used to distinguish it from other devices Product ID codes allow multiple B amp K products to be controlled from the same IR remote control From the factory your Preamplifier Tuner is to use Product ID code 2 There are 16 valid Product ID s available for this product Make sure you are in the ADVANCED SETTINGS menu WARNING If you change the product ID code in the Preamplifier Tuner without having the capability to generate this new IR code your Preamplifier Tuner will no longer have IR control capability If this feature is to be implemented we recommend our AV5 1 or AV7 1 preprogrammed amp learning remote control The AV5 1 AV7 1 has the capability to generate messages using these 16 product ID codes POWER ON TITLES When you turn your Preamplifier Tuner on it displays three lines of text on the front panel s alphanumeric display You can change two of these lines of text to a personalized message COMPONENTS to HRROLDS AUDIO 11 MADE IN THE USA to GREAT 5 13010 0005 24 CONTROL OUT SETUP Your Preamplifier Tuner s control output allows you to control external devices such as power amplifiers projection screens etc The control output can be programmed on off depending on which source is selected Control Out Control out can be programmed to be on or off for each source For example you may wish to u
35. tenna Input Impedance 120 220 240 VAC 30 watts max Line 0 5 Amp 250 Volt 17 w x10 d x3 50 h 10 pounds 5 years preamplifier 1 year remote RS232 software AM section 520 1670 kHz Less than 0 396 300 Ohms Specifications subject to change without notice 27 P N 13010 REV 0005 MENU SYSTEM eyo 40135 d39NVAQGV 10 1xeu 135 dnsUH 1 9148 5 14510 SIA 9NIUUN OLN 135344 U3I3N03 01 135 50011940 RhdOU3U 40135 RH1dSI N0I1Ud3d0 13533d 135 513431 33 n05 S3UUN 3284005 5135344 31180483 sah 02 11 0 usn FHL 5135344 05 334 UdNI 12 0 Eld 48 123135 01 N31N3 133135 01 135 JN1 330 100 NO nN3U NO 3N0HdG U3H NNAW Ld P N 13010 REV 0005 28 ADVANCED MENU SYSTEM SINOHd 1412 SINOHd d3Nni 12 dfiL3S Q39NAVOV 0 QI 1luSN Ud 0 81 3413238 318UN3 319040 8318813 0 23 0995 nuH 3188N3 Ladd ON 420181 ON 4301 1N0d3 UN 4301 3181514 13248408 NO 1 INIT NO e 01 1200044 808 13431 uondo id d gEZ SH SNOILdO 1180235 5 10841 02 537111 NO 5 114251 40135 0331 8408 1
36. tructions supplied with the unit or to have been modified repaired or altered in any way without the expressed written consent of B amp K This warranty does not apply to the cabinet the remote controller or appearance items such as the face plate control buttons or display lenses nor does it cover any expenses incurred in shipping the unit to and from the manufacturer s service depot No warranty implied or otherwise created by State law shall extend beyond the terms of this warranty and B amp K shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damage arising out of a defect in material or workmanship of the unit during the terms of this warranty or thereafter Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages and the foregoing exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights that vary from State to State No agent representative dealer or employee of B amp K has the authority to increase or alter the obligations or terms of this warranty B amp K Components Ltd Warranty on the Remote Control is 1 year parts and labor Customer is responsible for shipping to and from the factory RETURNING EQUIPMENT No equipment may be returned to B amp K Components Ltd without a RETURN AUTHORIZATION Should you find it necessary to return equipment to B amp K for any reason a RETURN AUTHORIZATION RA number must be issued by B amp K wit
37. uts Fixed level output for use with an audio recorder and a return for a tape monitor 10 Line inputs connections from your audio sources Red jacks right analog audio White RCA jacks left analog audio 11 Antenna inputs Connections for the AM and FM antennas P N 13010 REV 0005 CONTROL Your Preamplifier Tuner includes IR remote control o lt e gt oH lt z pur m 9 HO lt m gt v m O Qe 2 e I B amp K REMOTE CONTROLLER MAKING THE CONNECTION It s tempting to just plug in your new Preamplifier Tuner and have great sound pour out Before you do that take a few minutes to plan out how you want the Preamplifier Tuner to fit into your audio system Ask yourself the following questions What source components do want to connect to my Preamplifier Tuner CD DVD etc What equipment will be receiving the audio Amplifier Powered Speakers etc The answers to your questions determine how many cables you need to connect to the back of the Preamplifier Tuner Good preplanning equals great sound Keep these recommendations in mind List all components in your system and indicate which jacks of the Preamplifier Tuner each component will be connected to Your Preamplifier Tuner has six sets of inputs It is convenient to connect a DV
38. xt Use the TUNE TUNE ARROWS to change the current blinking character Use the LEFT RIGHT ARROWS or VOLUME KNOB to move to another character position P N 13010 REV 0005 The MAIN MENU Headphone selection provides for operating your Preamplifier Tuner s with the CONTROL OUT set to off This feature allows your Preamplifier Tuner to turn off external amplifiers or powered sub woofers with compatible CONTROL inputs Your Preamplifier Tuner has the capability to be set up to allow for other control out functions see ADVANCED FEATURES HEADPHONE HERDPHONE PRESET and select headphone mode VOLUME KNOB Turn headphone mode on off PRESET and exit from menu system HELP The HELP GUIDE summarizes the basic menu operations described herein The guide will automatically scroll through each line TUNE or to HELP move to help ENTER display help guide PRESET and ENTER return to main menu PRESET ENTER exit menu system PRODUCT INFO The PRODUCT INFORMATION selection that provides basic information on your Preamplifier Tuner The information will automatically scroll through each line TUNE E to HELP move to product info display product info PRESET and E ENTER return to main menu PRESET and M ENTER exit menu system P N 13010 REV 0005 SETU
39. y cause severe effects such as no sound or no remote control operation we suggest you leave this menu disabled hidden for normal operation If you are unsure of what you are changing DO NOT perform any advanced operations These features may be activated by simultaneously pressing the SLEEP DOWN and UP buttons on the front panel of the Preamplifier Tuner It will be assumed the user of these advanced features is already familiar with how to navigate and adjust parameters in the Preamplifier Tuner s MENU system An Advanced Setup Flow Chart has been supplied at the end of this manual as a visual aid for the menu s navigation Note if you have enabled the Advanced Visible option then you can return to this menu to hide the advanced visible selection by simultaneously pressing the SLEEP TUNE and TUNE buttons and selecting Hidden MISCELLANEOUS SETUP Configuration will allow you to set a maximum volume level and change remote control ID codes for use in a multi zone application Max Level max level allows you to set a maximum volume level This is very useful if you are using speakers or amplifiers that can t handle the output level from your Preamplifier Tuner or if you simply wish to limit the volume that can be achieved using normal front panel or remote operation Max Level may be set from 74 dB to 8 dB default WARNING If you set this level too low the Preamplifier Tuner may appear broken no sound Product ID Each transmit
40. yers halogen lamps etc Take a look at the back panel of the Preamplifier Tuner You will notice that the RCA type audio input and output connectors are identified by colors red for right channel and white for the left channel audio P N 13010 REV 0005 AUDIO CONNECTIONS Connecting your analog sources to your Preamplifier Tuner Audio source connecting a CD player to the Preamplifier Tuner s analog inputs Use the same instructions for connecting to other audio sources such as a DVD television satellite receiver cable box etc Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the left audio output on the CD player then attach the other end to the left white CD audio input on the Preamplifier Tuner Repeat for the right red audio connection LINE INPUTS Right audio input from zu CD output Left audio input from CD output TAPE or audio recorder connect a cassette deck or other recorder to TAPE Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the left audio output on the TAPE recorder then attach the other end to the left white TAPE audio input on the Preamplifier Tuner Repeat for the right red audio connection l TAPE OUTPUT INPUT Right audio output Right audio input to TAPE input from TAPE output Left audio output Left audio input to TAPE input from TAPE output Attach one end of the audio interconnect cable to the left audio input on the TAPE recorder then attach
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