Making the Video Connections
IMPORTANT NOTE: The DCR600 and DVD600nectors to the Video Monitor composite videoIf you will not be connecting additional equip-
offer both S-Video and composite video inputsoutput on the receiver, and the other end toment to your system just yet, you may plug in
and outputs. However, you must choose onethe composite video input jack on your television.the receiver, DVD changer and subwoofer. The
type of connection or the other for all connec-This jack is often color-coded yellow; however, ifDVD600 may be plugged into the Unswitched
tions in your system. This will depend on theyou have any questions about which jack to use,Accessory Outlet on the rear of the
type of connections on your television. If bothconsult your televisionOs ownerOs manual or yourreceiver. The receiver has a master power
types of connections are available, we recom-dealer for assistance.switch 1 which must be pressed in first, and a
mend that you purchase S-Video cables andpower switch 2, which should be pressed sec-
OR
make those connections for superior pictureond. The last source selection will appear in the
quality. The composite video connections willConnect one end of a second S-Video cable receiverOs information display.
(not supplied) to the Video Monitor S-Video
also provide excellent results. However, the
DCR600 will not convert from one type of signaloutput on the receiver, and the other end The DCR600 is set at the factory to a default
to the S-Video input jack on your television.
to the other.configuration for use with small satellite speak-
ers and a powered subwoofer such as the JBL
1. Connect one end of the single-lead RCA cable3. If your television is equipped with componentSCS135S. If other speakers are used, then the
video (Y/Pr/Pb) inputs, in addition to the above
with yellow connectors to the composite videospeaker configurations may need to be changed.
output on the DVD600 and the other end connections, you may use a triple-lead compo-
nent video cable (not supplied) to connect the
to the DVD composite video input a on theAlthough the DCR600 is set to the correct speaker
component video outputs on the DVD600 toconfiguration settings for the speakers supplied
receiver.
the inputs on your television.with this system at the factory, you will need
ORto adjust the output levels of the speakers to
Connect one end of an S-Video cable (not sup-4. Connect one end of the black 1/8" mini phonecustomize the system to your speaker placement
plied) to the S-Video output on the DVD600cord to the Remote IR Output ° on theand room acoustics.
DCR600, and the other end to the Remote IR
to the DVD S-Video input a on the receiver.
Inputon the DVD600.
2. Connect one of the yellow ends of the triple-
lead RCA cable with red, white and yellow con-
Completing Setup
Connect all components as per the Quick SetupThe Power Indicator 3 will turn green to4. If any other speaker sounds too loud or soft
Guide, or as per pages 6 thru 8 of this manual.confirm that the unit is on, and thein comparison to the front left speaker, adjust
Information Display � will also light up.its output level by pressing the D/¤ Buttons
Remove the protective plastic films from theyon the remote, or the Selector
front panel displays of the DCR600 and DVD600.Setting the output levels correctly is the key to
Buttons 5 on the receiverOs front panel.
preserving the enveloping surround sensationThis will cause the test tone to pause at that
1. Plug the Power Cord ! into an unswitched
that the artists of your favorite movies intendedspeaker to allow you to make the adjustment.
AC outlet.for you to experience.When you are satisfied with the level of that
2. Press the Main Power Switch 1 in so thatspeaker, press the Set Button �to
1. Make sure the Balance Control * is instore the setting. The tone will continue to
it latches in and is flush with the front panel.
Note that the Power Indicator 3 will turnthe O12 o�clock� position, and put the DCR600circulate after about 15 seconds.
in Dolby Pro Logic* mode by pressing the
amber, indicating that the unit is in the
Surround Mode Selector t7 repeat-5. If you are using a sound pressure level (SPL)
Standby mode.meter for precise level adjustment, start by
edly until PRO LOGIC appears in the
setting the volume so that the meter reads
3. Install the three supplied AAA batteries in theMain Information Display W, and the75dB, C-Weighting, Slow.
remote as shown. Be certain to follow the (+)PRO LOGIC indicator F lights.
and (�) polarity indicators that are on the bot-6. When you are finished adjusting the levels
tom of the battery compartment.2. Press the Test Button q to start a test
tone circulating from speaker to speaker,for all speakers (except the subwoofer, which
is not adjustable using this procedure), press
starting with the front left speaker (indicated
by FL in the display), and going aroundthe Test Button q to end the test tone.
clockwise. Let it circulate once to check thatFor most installations, your DCR600 receiver
your speakers have been connected correctly.
should now be ready for use. If you would like
further information on making other, advanced
3. The goal is to obtain the same output level
settings, please see the section titled
from each speaker. Use the front left speakerOConfiguring the DCR600 Receiver�.
4. Turn the DCR600 on, either by pressing theas your reference, adjusting the Volume
System Power Control 2 on the frontControl �sw until the sound coming
panel, or by pressing an Input Selectorfrom the front left speaker is at a comfortable
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