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To enjoy Surround mode or Stereo mode 2. SURROUND MODE button This button allows you to select a Surround mode. LATE NIGHT button Use this button to play sound in Dolby Digital mode (refer to page 22). VOLUME knob Use this knob to adjust the volume level. STANDBY/ON POWER ON OFF PHONES PARAMETER SELECTOR STANDBY PRESET A SPEAKERS B SURROUND MODE LATE NIGHT DIMMER MULTI CH INPUT DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 TAPE FM AM PARAMETER CONTROLLER TUNING MEMORY FM MODE CLEAR PHONO C D DOWN MASTER VOLUME UP BASS TREBLE AV RECEIVER TX-DS484 1. Input selector buttons Select the desired input source. VOLUME button (πup/†down) Use this button to adjust the volume level. REMOTE CONTROLLER DISC TAPE CH SEL LEVEL MUTING TOTNEEST VOLUME POWER VIDEO-1 C D DVD SLEEP VIDEO-2 TAPE TUNER INPTUUTNSEERLECPTDHOIOMRNMOER DVD PRESET MOSDUER C D IMNPUULTTI-CH RC-427S 2. SUR MODE button This button allows you to select a Surround mode. 1. INPUT SELECTOR buttons Select the desired input source. This receiver has six Surround modes. Select a suitable mode according to the type of music you are listening to, the media used, and your personal preference. The selected surround mode is automatically stored along with the selected source. Next time you select the same source again, the stored surround mode will be automatically recalled. Before Using Surround Mode Surround Modes The TX-DS484's surround sound enables you to enjoy the presence of a movie theater or concert hall in your room. Before using a Surround mode, make sure the Speaker Setup parameters have been set (refer to page 14). Once the parameters have been set, it is not necessary to set them again. The conﬁguration of the speakers are very important for the surround sound. Refer to "connecting speakers" on page 10. DOLBY DIGITAL Surround, DTS (Digital Theater System) Surround This 5.1-channel digital surround format enables you to individually record and play ﬁve full-range (20Hz-20kHz) channels (left and right front, center, two surround channels) plus an LFE channel (Low Frequency Effect) for the low-range effect sound. It will create a realistic sound that could be heard in the theaters and concert halls. DOLBY DIGITAL: Select this option when you play a DVD video that has a D I G I T A L mark. DTS: Select this option when you play a DVD player, laser disc, or CD that has a mark. 20

Section	Page
Contents	1
Before using	1
Preparation	1
Operation	1
Appendix	1
Control guide	1
Important Safeguards	2
1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operatin...	2
2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating ...	2
3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the appliance a...	2
4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use ins...	2
5. Cleaning – Unplug the appliance from the wall o...	2
6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recomm...	2
7. Water and Moisture – Do not use the appliance n...	2
8. Accessories – Do not place the appliance on an ...	2
9. An appliance and cart combina9. tion should be ...	2
10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabine...	2
11. Power Sources – The appliance should be operat...	2
12. Grounding or Polarization – The appliance may ...	2
13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords sho...	2
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside ante...	2
15. Lightning – For added protection for the appli...	2
16. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should...	2
17. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, ex...	2
18. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects o...	2
19. Servicing – Do not attempt to service the appl...	2
20. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug the applianc...	2
A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,	2
B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fal...	2
C. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or wa...	2
D. If the appliance does not operate normally by f...	2
E. If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in...	2
F. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change i...	2
21. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are...	3
22. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service ...	3
23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The appliance shoul...	3
24. Heat – The appliance should be situated away f...	3
Precautions	3
1. Warranty Claim	3
2. Recording Copyright	3
3. AC Fuse	3
4. Care	3
5. Power	3
Before operating this unit	5
1. Determine the proper voltage for your area: 220...	5
2. If the preset voltage is not correct for your a...	5
1. Remove the battery compartment cover by pressin...	5
2. Insert two AA (R6- or UM-3)-size batteries into...	5
3. After batteries are installed and seated correc...	5
Audio equipment connections	6
Video equipment connections	7
Connecting other devices	8
Connecting other devices	9
Connecting speakers	10
Positioning speakers	11
Connecting the power	11
1. Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet.	11
2. Press the POWER switch to set it to the ON() po...	11
3. Press the STANDBY/ON button or POWER button on ...	11
Making antenna connections	12
1. With your fingernail or a small screwdriver, pr...	12
2. Remove the transformer wire A from slit B and i...	12
3. Prepare the coaxial cable as shown in the diagr...	12
1 Insert the end of the cable.	12
2 Clamp it in place with pliers.	12
4. Re-install the cover.	12
1. Press down the lever.	12
2. Insert the wire into the hole.	12
3. Release the lever to replace it.	12
Making antenna connections	13
Speaker setup	14
1. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR® button once to di...	14
2. Press the PARAMETER CONTROLLER Ã/® buttons to 2...	14
3. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR® button to display...	14
Speaker setup	15
4. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR® button to display...	15
5. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR® button to display...	15
6. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR® button to display...	15
7. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR® button to display...	15
8. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR® button to display...	15
Speaker setup	16
9. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR® button to display...	16
10. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR ® button. The 10....	16
1. Press the TEST TONE button.	16
2. To adjust the level of each speaker, press the ...	16
3. Press the TEST TONE button to complete adjustme...	16
Selecting a sound source	17
Selecting a sound source	18
1. Press MULTI CH INPUT button on the remote contr...	18
2. Press the CH SEL button to select the desired s...	18
3. Use the LEVEL ¹/† button to change the volume l...	18
1. Use the VOLUME control to set the desired level...	18
2. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR Ã or ® button 2. r...	18
3. Press the PARAMETER CONTROLLER Ã or ® button to...	18
Selecting a sound source	19
1. Press the DVD Input Selector button.	19
2. Press and hold the DVD button for about 2.5 sec...	19
3. Press the DVD button again repeatedly to select...	19
1. Start playing the source you would like to list...	19
2. Press the SLEEP button repeatedly to set the du...	19
To enjoy Surround mode or Stereo mode	20
Surround Modes	20
DOLBY DIGITAL Surround, DTS (Digital Theater Syste...	20
To enjoy Surround mode or Stereo mode	21
DOLBY PRO LOGIC	21
STEREO	21
Notes on DTS	21
1. If you play a CD or LD that supports DTS when t...	21
2. If you play a CD or LD that supports DTS when t...	21
3. If you press the PAUSE or SKIP button on the pl...	21
4. The DTS indicator on the TX-DS484 lights up whi...	21
5. Some CD players and LD players may be unable to...	21
6. The Rec Out jacks of the TX-DS484 output analog...	21
1. Press an Input Selector button to select the de...	21
2. Press the SURROUND MODE button repeatedly until...	21
3. Play the selected sound source.	21
To enjoy Surround mode or Stereo mode	22
1. Press the DVD button.	22
2. Select the desired input signal format using th...	22
Tuning in a radio station	23
1. Press the FM or AM button.	23
2. Use the TUNING Ã/® buttons to change the freque...	23
Using preset radio stations	24
1. Select the frequency that you want to store in ...	24
2. Press the MEMORY button.	24
3. Select the desired memory number using PRESET Ã...	24
4. Press the MEMORY button.	24
1. Select the tuner as the source by pressing the ...	24
2. Enter the desired preset number using the PRESE...	24
1. Select the tuner as the source by pressing the ...	24
2. Press the PRESET (Ã or ®) button.	24
1. Select the preset station you wish to remove as...	24
2. Press the FM MODE button while holding down the...	24
Recording a source	25
1. Insert a blank tape into the tape deck.	25
2. Press the input selector button for the source ...	25
3. Set the tape deck in recording mode. Start play...	25
Recording a source	26
1. Load a disc in the video disc player or DVD pla...	26
2. Press the VIDEO 1 or DVD button.	26
3. Start playing the video disc player and recordi...	26
1. Insert the disc or tape that you want to record...	26
2. Insert a blank video tape in the VCR connected ...	26
3. Press the VIDEO 1 button.	26
4. Select the audio program source (FM, AM, PHONO,...	26
5. Start playing the video connected to the VIDEO ...	26
Troubleshooting guide	27
Specifications	28
Control positions and names	29
1. STANDBY/ON button [9, 11]	29
2. POWER switch [9, 11]	29
3. SPEAKERS A/B button [17, 19]	29
4. STANDBY indicator [5, 11]	29
5. Remote control sensor [5]	29
6. TUNER operation buttons 6. PRESET Ã/® buttons [...	29
7. Display (Refer to the “Display” illustration.)	29
8. PARAMETER SELECTOR buttons [14~16]	29
9. PARAMETER CONTROLLER buttons [14~16]	29
10. MASTER VOLUME control knob [17, 18]	29
11. TREBLE control knob [17, 19]	29
12. BASS control knob [17, 19]	29
13. DIMMER button [17]	29
14. LATE NIGHT button [20, 22]	29
15. SURROUND MODE button [20, 21]	29
16. Input selector buttons [17, 20]	29
17. MULTI CH INPUT button [17, 18]	29
18. PHONES jack [19]	29
a. Speakers A/B indicators	29
b. Sleep indicator	29
c. Surround Mode indicators	29
d. Audio Mute indicator	29
e. FM Stereo indicator	29
f. Tuned indicators	29
g. Memory indicator	29
h. FM Mute On/Off indicator	29
i. RDS station received indicator i. (European mod...	29
j. Multi function display j. (Frequency and Preset...	29
Remote controller RC-427S	30
1. Power button (POWER) [11]	30
2. Sleep button (SLEEP) [17, 19]	30
3. Input selector buttons [17]	30
4. CD operation buttons [31]	30
5. Tape operation buttons [31]	30
6. Level up/down button (LEVEL ¹/†) [14, 16, 18]	30
7. DIMMER button (DIMMER) [17]	30
8. Surround mode button (SUR MODE) [20, 21]	30
9. Multi channel input button [18]	30
10. Tuner operation buttons (TUNER) [24, 31]	30
11. DVD operation buttons [31]	30
12. Channel selector button (CH SEL) [14, 16, 18]	30
13. Test tone button (TEST TONE) [14, 16]	30
14. Volume buttons (VOLUME ¹/†) [17]	30
15. Audio muting button (MUTING) [17, 19]	30
Using the remote controller	31
1. Press the TUNER button.	31
2. Use the PRESET buttons to select the desired st...	31
1. Press the TAPE button.	31
2. Press the transport buttons.	31
1. Press the CD button.	31
2. Press the transport buttons.	31
1. Press the DVD button.	31

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To enjoy Surround mode or Stereo mode

This receiver has six Surround modes. Select a suitable mode

according to the type of music you are listening to, the media used,

and your personal preference. The selected surround mode is auto-

matically stored along with the selected source. Next time you

select the same source again, the stored surround mode will be

automatically recalled.

Surround Modes

The TX-DS484’s surround sound enables you to enjoy the pres-

ence of a movie theater or concert hall in your room.

Before using a Surround mode, make sure the Speaker Setup

parameters have been set (refer to page 14). Once the parameters

have been set, it is not necessary to set them again.

The configuration of the speakers are very important for the sur-

round sound. Refer to “connecting speakers” on page 10.

DOLBY DIGITAL Surround,

DTS (Digital Theater System) Surround

This 5.1-channel digital surround format enables you to individu-

ally record and play five full-range (20Hz–20kHz) channels (left

and right front, center, two surround channels) plus an LFE chan-

nel (Low Frequency Effect) for the low-range effect sound. It will

create a realistic sound that could be heard in the theaters and con-

cert halls.

DOLBY DIGITAL: Select this option when you play a DVD video

that has a

mark.

DTS: Select this option when you play a DVD player, laser disc, or

CD that has a

mark.

POWER

SLEEP

DIMMER

SUR

MODE

VIDEO-1

VIDEO-2

TAPE

DVD

C D

DVD

TUNER

PHONO

INPUT SELECTOR

DISC

TAPE

VOLUME

LEVEL

CH SEL

PRESET

MUTING

TEST

TONE

MULTI-CH

INPUT

REMOTE CONTROLLER

RC-427S

VOLUME button

(

up/

†

down)

Use this button to adjust

the volume level.

2. SUR MODE button

This button allows you to

select a Surround mode.

1. INPUT SELECTOR buttons

Select the desired input source.

TX-DS484

AV RECEIVER

TREBLE

BASS

PHONES

OFF

POWER

STANDBY/ON

C D

PHONO

DVD

VIDEO

INPUT

MUL

TAPE

DIMMER

STANDBY

PARAMETER CONTROLLER

PARAMETER SELECTOR

TUNING

CLEAR

MEMORY

FM MODE

SPEAKERS

LATE NIGHT

SURROUND MODE

PRESET

MASTER

VOLUME

1. Input selector buttons

Select the desired input source.

2. SURROUND MODE button

This button allows you to

select a Surround mode.

LATE NIGHT button

Use this button to play sound in Dolby

Digital mode (refer to page 22).

VOLUME knob

Use this knob to adjust

the volume level.

Before Using Surround Mode

DIGITAL