Sherbourn Technologies PT-7010A manual

1 Owner ’s Manual for Model PT -7010A P r eamplifier/P rocessor/T uner Sherbourn T echnologies, Inc., 19-3A Sterling Road, North Billerica, MA 01862 U.S.A., T el 978-663-7385, Fax 978-663-7389[...]

2 T able of Contents 4 Thank Y ou for your PT -7010A Purchase 5 Safety Pr ecautions 6 NEC (National Electrical Code) S tandards 6 Note for Cable T elevision (CA TV) Installer 6 Antenna Grounding Outside the House 6 Unpacking the PT -7010A 6 Recording the Serial Number 7 Featur es of the PT -7010A A/V Controller 8 PT -7010A Fr ont Panel Feature s 8 [...]

3 34 OSD Menus 34 How to Navigate the OSD Menus 34 TRIM Menu 35 MODES Menu 35 Dynamic Range 35 Pro Logic llx Sub Menu 35 DTSLFE 35 DTSNeo:6 35 Party 35 Jazz Club Ambience 35 TONE Menu 36 INPUTS Menu 36 Input Configuration Menus (The example shows the DVD menu) 36 T uner Preset Menu 36 Saving AM/FM Presets 37 SETTINGS Menus 37 MAIN ZONE Menu 37 ZONE[...]

4 A Special ‘Thank Y ou’ All of us at Sherbourn T echnologies would like to thank you for your purchase of our exciting PT -7010A Pre/Pro/T uner and we wish you many years of trouble free and enjoyable listening. From our company’ s inception it has been our philosophy to concentrate our efforts on designing and engineering electronic compone[...]

5 Safety Precautions Read this Owner ’ s Guide thoroughly before attempting to install and configure the Sherbourn PT -7010A Pre/Pro/Tuner . All the safety and operation instructions should be read before any operation of the component(s) begin. After successful installation and configuration of the Sherbourn PT -7010A Pre/Pro/T uner , be sure to[...]

6 NEC (National Electrical Code) Standards A Note for the Cable T elevision (CA TV) Installer This reminder is to call the CA TV system installer ’ s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular , specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as[...]

7 F eatures of the PT -7010A Pre/P ro/T uner • 24-bit, Crystal Semiconductor® Analog to Digital converter and 24-bit, 192kHz Analog Devices® Digital to Analog converter • 32-bit, 20 MHz control processor • 24-bit, 150 MIPS Motorola Symphony™ DSP processor • Dolby Digital EX®, Dolby Pro Logic II®, Dolby Pro Logic IIx®, DTS ES® and DT[...]

8 PT -7010A F ront P anel F eatures 1 Power Button This turns the PT -7010A on or of f. It is a non-latching momentary button. If you press Z2 first, it can turn on Zone 2 (even if the Main Zone is of f). IMPOR T ANT - Please note the PT -7010A requir es initialization after the power cor d is plugged into the AC r eceptacle. Push and hold the powe[...]

9 8 AM/FM T uner Controls The AM/FM button toggles between the AM or FM band. Press and hold it to scan of the station presets. Press it again or press a preset button to stop the scan. DIRECT T uner Controls Press the DIRECT button, then the numbers for frequency tuning. UP/DOWN T uner Contr ols Switch to stations above or below the frequency of t[...]

10 PT -7010A R ear P anel Layout 1 Audio/V ideo Inputs These audio, Component V ideo, Composite-V ideo and S-V ideo inputs connect to the outputs of your audio video components. When these inputs are selected, the audio will be heard in your system and the video will be seen on the TV screen. VID2 can be used for a second VCR. 2 Audio/Video Outputs[...]

11 allows you to choose which inputs will activate the relay . The +12 VDC outputs are on when-ever their zone is enabled. Sherbourn amplifiers have a +12 VDC input which allows them to be turned on automatically by the PT -7010A. The 1 /8" mini-jack is wired in parallel with the terminals. Do not exceed a current draw of 500 mA total for both[...]

12 18 IEC Line Cord Socket The PT -7010A comes with a detachable line cord which connects here. Plug the line cord into an AC wall socket or power strip which is correctly configured with the voltage and current supply specified for the PT -7010A. 19 Digital Inputs These inputs connect to the digital outputs of your audio/ video components. The DVD[...]

13 Connection Tips for V ideo Quality and Flexibility The Sherbourn PT -7010A has three types of video connections on board: What is Composite V ideo? Composite video signals are connected between products with a single 75-ohm coax cable with Y ellow RCA connectors on each end. Composite video inputs or outputs are present on almost all types of co[...]

14 Option 1 This shows independent 12 VDC outputs that will turn on any compatible external amplifier with a 12 VDC trigger input. Use the middle relay contacts to enable another independent device that will turn on (as the contacts close) whenever a “trigger enabled” input in the MAIN ZONE has been selected. DO NOT use the center relay contact[...]

15 Connection Diagram 1: Connecting a D VD- V ideo Player (Analog Audio and Composite V ideo) This configuration shows a DVD-V ideo player connection where the audio output from the DVD player is taken from the analog outputs (Red and White RCA jacks) and video output is taken from the Composite V ideo output (the Y ellow RCA jack). When you select[...]

16 Connection Diagram 2: Connecting a D VD- V ideo Player (Digital A udio and Component V ideo) This configuration shows a DVD-V ideo player connection where the audio output from the DVD player is taken from the digital output (Coaxial or Optical) and video output is taken from the Component V ideo outputs (the Red/Blue/Green trio). When you selec[...]

17 Connection Diagram 3: Connecting to the TV or P rojector using Component V ideo This configuration shows the PT -7010A connections to the “main” video display where video output is taken from the Component V ideo outputs (the Red/Blue/Green trio) labeled “MAIN” on the back panel of the PT -7010A. This configuration will give the best pic[...]

18 Connection Diagram 4: Connecting a VCR (Analog Audio and Composite V ideo) This configuration shows a VCR connection where the audio output from the VCR is taken from the analog outputs (Red and White RCA jacks) and video output is taken from the Composite V ideo output (the Y ellow RCA jack). If you plan to use the VCR for recording, you also m[...]

19 Connection Diagram 5: Connecting a CD Player (Analog Audio) This configuration shows a CD Player connection where the audio output from the CD Player is taken from the analog outputs (Red and White RCA jacks). When you select CD on the PT -7010A, the audio output from the CD player will play through the audio system. While this method of connect[...]

20 Connection Diagram 6: Connecting a Cassette T ape or D A T Deck This configuration shows a Cassette T ape Deck connection where the audio output is taken from the left and right audio outputs (may also be labeled PLA Y). If you plan to use the Cassette T ape Deck for recording, you also must connect the PT -7010A ’ s T APE audio outputs into t[...]

21 Connection Diagram 7: Connecting the 8-Channel Analog Inputs Note that although Composite V ideo connections ar e shown, any one of the 3 types could be used in this connection diagram. Always choose Component V ideo wher e possible The 8 channels of audio completely bypass all digital signal processing functions of the PT -7010A including the t[...]

22 Connection Diagram 8: Connecting the AM and FM Antennas This configuration shows the AM and FM antenna connections. The AM antenna should be a “loop” style antenna with two wires that connect into the AM ANTENNA receptacles. The FM antenna must terminate into an “F style” connector and has a 75 Ohm impedance. Position the AM and FM anten[...]

23 Connection Diagram 9: Connecting an Amplifier (Main Zone for a 5.1 Configuration) In this configuration the PT -7010A is connected to 5 channels of amplification via balanced XLR connections. The sixth output would connect to the input of a powered subwoofer . If using more than one subwoofer , use the pass through output on one subwoofer to rou[...]

24 Connection Diagram 10: Connecting an Amplifier (Main Zone for a 7.1 Configuration) This configuration shows the 7.1 channel connections to a 7-channel amplifier . Also note the connection of the 12 VDC trigger to turn the amplifier on.[...]

25 Connection Diagram 11: Connecting a Separate Amplifier for Zone 2 This configuration shows the ZONE 2 connections to a 2- channel amplifier . The output is a left and right RCA connection. Zone 2 does not have the option of balanced XLR connections. Also note the connection of the 12 VDC trigger to turn the amplifier on.[...]

26 Over view of the PT -7010A R emote • Fully backlit • Pr e-programmed for most brands of A/V equipment • Learns commands fr om your other remote contr ols • Macr o feature lets you pr ogram a sequence of contr ol steps • Operates up to ten components • Does not lose pr ogramming memor y when changing batteries Button Layout Think of t[...]

27 Quick Star t Setup Instructions Most features of the Sherbourn PT -7010A can be operated by the remote control’ s 7010A sect ion. For the best Home Theater performance, you should calibrate your speakers and customize the PT -7010A settings for your system. Press the MENU button on the remote con trol to activate the On Screen Display (OSD). T[...]

28 level. Make sure the video can be seen in the TV monitor . S tep 12 - S top or pause the source. The PT -7010A now needs to be setup correctly to suit your speakers and system. The SETTINGS (OSD) menu is used to enter and make three main ad justments: • Speaker Size • Speaker Calibration • Speaker Position This setup needs to be done when [...]

29 Shack and other local suppliers will have this type of pr oduct readily avail able and it is highly r ecommended. S tep 18 - In the SPEAKERS Menu, select the SPEAKER POSITION menu. Enter the distance from your listening position to EACH speaker . It will be handy to use that measuring tape to get as close as possible. Don’ t sweat a few inches[...]

30 Operation of the PT -7010A using the R emote T urning on the MAIN Zone 1) Press the remote’ s MAIN button to make sure the display is on the main display menu. 2) Press the 7010A device button to set the remote to operate the PT -7010A. The display changes to show the PT -7010A input selections. 3) Press P AGE to reach page 2, which shows the [...]

31 P rogramming and Configuring Y our Components Y ou must enter the SETUP mode to program the remote control for the other components in your system, and to customize it for your convenience. There is only one way to enter the SETUP mode: Hold down both the MAIN and ENT buttons for a few seconds until SETUP appears in the display . The SETUP displ[...]

32 that there are two pages from which to choose. 4) Select the PLA Y button just above the joystick pad. The display will show “READY .” 5) Press your DVD remote’ s PLA Y button. The display will show “GOOD” if it has been accepted. If it shows “F AIL,” press PLA Y again. 6) Press another button on the Sherbourn remote and repeat the[...]

33 NOTE: T o erase Punch commands fr om a device (r eturn buttons to their pr evious programming): Repeat steps 1 and 2, then pr ess the device button twice. Repeat for other devices, then pr ess MAIN to return to SETUP . ERASE Use this mode to erase commands stored in the remote. This does not affect the labels, just the stored IR commands. The pr[...]

34 so do not move the remotes during this time. The remote will flash “GOOD” if it has successfully learned all the commands. If it flashes “F AIL,” then repeat this procedure. 6) Press MAIN to return to the main menu. The On -Screen Display (OSD) F unctions V ideo Connections The On Screen Display (OSD) function is present at the MAIN Comp[...]

35 MODES Menu Dynamic Range This is the range in level between the loudest sound and quietest sound during Dolby Digital and DTS playback only . The options are QUIET (narrow range), MEDIUM (average range) and LARGE (wide range). Select Quiet for late night listening if you do not want to disturb anyone. Select Loud for full dynamic range. Pro Logi[...]

36 INPUTS Menu These menus let you select which input you would like to configure. Pressing the joystick right on each input brings up a second menu which allows you to configure what happens when each input is selected. Input Configuration Menus (The example shows the DVD menu) NAME - Use the joystick up/down, and left/right to change the display [...]

37 S tep 2) Use joystick LEFT and RIGHT to select the frequency . Step 3) Pr ess the joystick CENTER to enter that fr equency into pr eset memory and play that station. S tep 4) Use the joystick DOWN button to move to the next pr eset down on the screen. The bottom arr ow on each scr een leads to the next page of presets. S tep 5) Repeat this for a[...]

38 MAIN Speakers Select LARGE for any speakers which are capable of good bass performance. Frequency response will be FULL RANGE. Select SMALL for any speakers such as satellites with 5 or 6 inch woofers. They will then receive the higher frequency range above the crossover point selected for the subwoofer . Remember that if you are not completely [...]

39 3) The PT -7010A automatically sets the appr opriate delays for each speaker so the sounds arrive at the primary listening position at the corr ect time. 4) Use the table at the right to r ecor d your speaker distance measur ements. Speaker Placement T ip - There is no substitute for well placed speakers, especially in pairs and especially in th[...]

40 The main volume contr ol adjusts the volume of all of the speakers up and down at the same time . They keep the same r elative levels as wer e originally selected. Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic and DTS soundtracks are designed to be played back on a properly calibrated Home Theater . The sounds from each speaker will be at the correct relative [...]

41 When enabled, a “pop-up” message appears on your TV any time the volume (including mute or on-the fly trims), source, or surround mode are changed. The OSD circuit in the PT -7010A is not switched into the video path unless called up by an OSD action. This allows for the best possible video reproduction quality . When the OSD display activat[...]

42 Special F eatures of the Sherbourn PT -7010A Bass Management Unlike higher frequencies, it is dif ficult to discern exactly from which direction lower bass is coming. The PT -7010A has a bass management system which takes advantage of this ef fect. It allows you to choose whether your speakers will play the full frequency range, or if the bass w[...]

43 programs, and adjust these extra options to suit your taste. PRO LOGIC llx extends the Dolby Pro Logic II technology by adding stereo full range surround back channels. Use this feature instead of Dolby Pro Logic II if you are using the surround back channels in your system. This mode also features the Music and Movie modes as described above. P[...]

44 R ecording Operation Recording to a T ape Player Input signals from an audio source playing in the PT -7010A can be recorded using the left and right audio outputs. The tape player will receive a straight copy of the analog source signal going in, unaf fected by the volume, tone, or any surround modes. If you are playing a digital source, the ta[...]

45 • Set your tape player to r ecord and adjust the input levels for the best performance. Once the levels ar e correct, you can r eset your sour ce to the beginning and make your r ecording. • Do not select another Main Zone input while you are r ecording. Recording to a VCR Any video source playing in the PT -7010A can be recorded using the l[...]

46 deadening material such as drapes on the walls to reduce any unwanted reflections. The Center Speaker Most movie dialog will come from the center speaker , so careful positioning is an important part of a good home theater system. Y our eyes and ears should focus your attention towards the center of the screen. The center speaker can sit on top,[...]

47 dipole speakers, intended for use as an effects or surround speaker , have excellent details on optimum positioning for the best overall results based on the application. Conventional surround speakers can be placed behind the listener, on the rear walls or the side walls or in the ceiling. Adjust the angle so they do not point directly at the l[...]

48 R emote Control Codes Audio Component s ADC 007 Adcom 082, 092, 225, 161, 269 Aiwa 018, 104, 170, 202, 203, 213, 21 1, 188 Akai 138, 189 AMC 125, 126, 167, 128, 258, 281, 282 Amend 054 AMX 196 Angstrom 142 Arcam 141 Audio Access 147 Audio Alchemy 135 Audio Design 194, 221, 01 1 Audio Ease 021, 196, 207 Audio File 071 Audio Matrix 167 Audio Sourc[...]

49 T urboscan 167 V elodyne 203 X-10 093, 183 Xantech 168, 169, 170, 171, 172, 188, 189 Cable Boxes ABC 103, 003, 004, 039, 042, 046, 053 Amehcast 099 Antronix 014 Archer 005, 007, 014 Bell South 099 Centurion 092 Century 007 Citizen 007 Combano 080, 081 Comsat 074 Comtronics 030 Digicable 101 Eagle 020, 030, 040 Eastern 057, 066 Echostar 106 Elect[...]

50 245 Y orx 182 DVD Players Apex Digital 087 Denon 007, 080 GE 026, 027 Harman/Kardon 084 JVC 012 LG 091, 057, 074 Magnavox 066 Marantz 083 Mit subishi 017 NAD 088 Onkyo 076, 035 Panasonic 021, 042 Philips 066 Pioneer 023, 092 Proceed 086 Proscan 026, 027 RCA 026, 027 Samsung 056, 070 Sharp 094 Sony 033 Theta Digital 032 Thomson 026, 027 T oshiba [...]

51 T echnics 007, 010, 076, 088, 109, 122, 193 T oshiba 1 12 V ictor 106 Y amaha 021, 026, 031, 067, 040 T elevisions Admiral 072, 081, 161, 160 Akai 197, 146 Amark 1 12, 143 Ampro 073, 167, 157, 183 Amstrad 052 Anam 043, 054, 056, 080, 1 12, 131 AOC 197, 004, 1 12, 058 Audiovox 076 Blaupunkt 088 Cairn 201 Candle 197, 002, 003, 004 Capehart 058 Cen[...]

52 Zonda 1 12 VCRs Aiwa 034, 181 Akai 016, 043, 046, 124, 125, 142, 146 Ampro 072 Anam 031 Audio Dynamics 012, 023, 039, 043 Brooksonic 035, 037, 129 Canon 028, 031 Capehart 108 Craig 003, 040, 135 Curtis Mathes 031, 041 Daewoo 005, 007, 010, 065, 108, 1 10, 1 1 1, 1 12, 1 16, 1 17, 1 19 Daytron 108 DBX 012, 023, 039, 043 Dynatech 034, 053 Electroh[...]

53 T roubleshooting Guide The Sherbourn PT -7010A is expertly designed and built to provide years of trouble-free performance. Most problems that occur can usually be solved by checking your setup or making sure that the audio and video components connected to the processor are on and fully operational. The following information will help you deal [...]

54 • Noise bursts are heard when DTS encoded CDs or LDs are played. Compressed DTS data uses the normal digital audio tracks of CDs and LDs. This analog noise may be heard in your system before the DTS digital signal is locked on, or it may appear as a background hiss. T o reduce or prevent this noise, disconnect any analog connections to your CD[...]

55 display . Keep holding the buttons down until “Resetting to Factory Defaults” appears in the front panel display . When the PT -7010A has been reset, it will shut of f. T urn the PT -7010A back on and it will go to the default screen. It has now been reset. If the PT -7010A has to be reset regularly you should invest in a good quality AC lin[...]

56 F avorite Settings Log Y ou can use this section to log your favorite settings from various OSD menus and other preferences controlled by the PT -7010A. This will come in handy if the unit is ever powered down for transport or in the event loss of power is unintentional. T one Settings Y ou can reference the TONE SETTINGS on page 35 of this manu[...]

57 Contr ol Settings Y ou can reference the CONTROL SETTINGS on page 41 of this manual. V ideo Settings Y ou can reference the VIDEO SETTINGS on page 40 of this manual. CO N TR OL S ETTI N GS S ELEC TI ON RS - 2 3 2 PO R T RE AR MAIN I/R R E AR Z ONE 2 I / R F R ON T P A NE L I / R Input Settings and Remote Codes Y ou can reference the INPUT SETTIN[...]

58 SPEAKER Settings Y ou can reference the SPEAKER SETTINGS on pages 37-39 of this manual. TRIM settings can be found on page 34. R E K A E P S N O I T I S O P N O I T A R B I L A C ) B d ( L E V E L ) B d ( L E V E L M I R T) T E E F ( E C N A T S I D G N I T T E S F F O / M S / G L R K P S N I A M T F E L R K P S R E T N E C R K P S N I A M T H G[...]

59 T echnical Specifications LINE LEVEL INPUTS Sensitivity: 125mV for 0.5V output Frequency Response: +/- 0.5dB from 20Hz to 20kHz Signal to Noise Ratio: (relative to 2V out) Analog 97dB Digital 105dB Distortion (THD): <0.03% Separation (at 1kHz): 70dB T one Control: Bass +/- 10dB T reble +/- 10dB AUDIO OUTPUT SECTION Frequency Response: Main Ch[...]

60 Software Upgrade The PT -7010A Flash memory software can be upgraded by connecting your PC to the PT -7010A RS-232 serial port. The updated software may be downloaded from our website at www .Sherbourn.com. This is the preferred method, as the software can be updated relatively fast and the latest version is always available. Licensing and T rad[...]

61 T wo Y ear Limited W ar ranty Subject to the terms and conditions stated below , Sherbourn T echnologies, Inc. (Sherbourn) warrants to the original owner that this model PT -7010A shall be free fr om defects in workmanship or materials for a term of two (2) years from its date of pur chase from an Authorized Sherbourn Dealer . T ransfer of this [...]

62 Sherbourn T echnologies, Inc., 19-3A S terling Road, North Billerica, MA 01862 T el (978) 663-7385 Fax (978) 663-7389 W eb www .sherbourn.com S h e rb ou rn R[...]