Sherwood Stereo Receiver R 965 User Manual

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R 965  
Audio/Video Receiver  
 
SAFETY INSTRUCTION  
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should  
be read before the product is operated.  
2. Retain instructions - The safety and operating instructions should  
be retained for future reference.  
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating  
instructions should be adhered to.  
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be  
followed.  
5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.  
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for  
cleaning.  
grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,  
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the  
grounding electrode. See Figure 1.  
Figure 1  
Example of antenna grounding as per  
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70  
ANTENNA  
LEAD IN  
WIRE  
GROUND  
CLAMP  
ANTENNA  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION 810-20)  
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the  
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.  
7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - for  
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in  
a wet basement, or near a swimming pool; and the like.  
8. Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,  
tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury  
to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with  
a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the  
manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product  
should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a  
mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.  
9. A product and cart combination should be  
ELECTRIC  
SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
GROUND CLAMPS  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING  
ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
(NEC ART 250, PART H)  
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE  
15. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning  
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of  
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or  
cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to  
lightning and power-line surges.  
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive  
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the  
product and cart combination to overturn.  
10. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the  
cabinet are provided for ventilation and to  
ensure reliable operation of the product and  
to protect it from overheating, and these  
openings must not be blocked or covered.  
The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a  
bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be  
placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless  
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions  
have been adhered to.  
16. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in  
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power  
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When  
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken  
to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with  
them might be fatal.  
17. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or  
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire  
or electric shock.  
18. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this  
product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage  
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.  
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.  
PORTABLE CART WARNING  
11. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the  
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not  
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product  
dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate  
from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating  
instructions.  
19. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as  
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage  
or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
20. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product form the wall  
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the  
following conditions:  
12. Grounding or Polarization - This product may be equipped with a  
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade  
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one  
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug  
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail  
to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not  
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.  
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,  
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,  
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,  
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the  
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are  
covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment  
of other controls may result in damage and will often require  
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to  
its normal operation.  
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and  
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this  
indicates a need for service.  
Alternate Warnings - This product is equipped with a three-wire  
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third(grounding) pin. This plug  
will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. this is a safety  
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact  
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the  
safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.  
21. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be  
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified  
by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the  
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric  
shock, or other hazards.  
22. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this  
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to  
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.  
23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a  
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.  
24. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources  
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products  
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
13. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so  
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed  
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,  
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the  
product.  
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable  
system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable  
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against  
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the  
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with  
regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,  
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of  
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CONTENTS  
• Introduction  
READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTION  
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• System Connections | 5  
• Front Panel Controls | 15  
• Universal Remote Controls | 17  
OPERATING COMPONENTS WITH REMOTE CONTROL | 20  
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION RANGE | 20  
LOADING BATTERIES | 20  
ENTERING A SETUP CODE | 21  
• ROOM 2 Remote Controls  
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION RANGE | 23  
LOADING BATTERIES | 23  
• Operations  
LISTENING TO A PROGRAM SOURCE | 24  
SURROUND SOUND | 27  
ENJOYING SURROUND SOUND | 30  
LISTENING TO RADIO BROADCASTS | 35  
RECORDING | 38  
DIGITAL AUDIO RECORDING WITH MD RECORDER | 39  
OTHER FUNCTIONS  
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ROOM 2 SOURCE PLAYBACK  
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42  
• Using the OSD  
CURRENT STATUS DISPLAY | 43  
• OSD Menu Settings | 43  
SETTING THE POWER AMP ASSIGN | 45  
SETTING THE SPEAKER SETUP | 45  
SETTING THE SYSTEM SETUP | 53  
SETTING THE SURROUND SETUP | 60  
SETTING THE CH LEVEL SETUP | 63  
SETTING THE ROOM2 FEED SETUP | 66  
• Troubleshooting Guide | 68  
• Specifications | 69  
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System Connections  
• Pleas be certain that this unit is unplugged from the AC outlet before making any connections.  
• Since different components often have different terminal names, carefully read the operating instructions of the component  
connected.  
• Be sure to observe the color coding when connecting audio, video and speaker cords.  
• Make connections firmly and correctly. If not, it can cause loss of sound, noise or damage to the unit.  
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1. CONNECTING ANTENNAS  
FM Outdoor Antenna  
FM Indoor Antenna  
Change the position of the FM indoor antenna until you  
get the best reception of your favorite FM stations.  
A 75outdoor FM antenna may be used to fur-  
ther improve the reception. Disconnect the indoor  
antenna before replacing it with the outdoor one.  
AM Outdoor Antenna  
AM Loop Antenna  
AM Loop Antenna  
Place the AM loop antenna as far as possible  
from the receiver, TV set, speaker cords and  
the AC input cord and set it to a direction for  
the best reception.  
If the reception is poor with the AM loop anten-  
na, an AM outdoor antenna can be used in  
place of the AM loop antenna.  
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2. CONNECTING AUDIO COMPONENTS  
Note:  
Do not connect the turntable with MC type cartridge directly. If you have it, use a separate head amplifier or set-up  
transformer.  
AUX CD recorder, MD recorder, etc.  
L
AUDIO  
IN  
TAPE MONITOR Tape deck, MD recorder, etc.  
R
L
AUDIO  
OUT  
L
AUDIO  
IN  
R
R
L
AUDIO  
OUT  
R
CD CD player, etc.  
L
AUDIO  
OUT  
PHONO Turntable with MM type cartridge  
R
GND  
GND  
L
AUDIO  
OUT  
R
The TAPE MONITOR IN/OUT jacks may also be connected to the LINE OUT/IN jacks of an optional graphic equalizer.  
3. CONNECTING VIDEO COMPONENTS  
There are three types of video jacks (COMPONENT, S-VIDEO, COMPOSITE) for connecting video components.  
Connect them to the corresponding video jacks according to their capability.  
For your reference, the excellence in picture quality is as follows : COMPONENT>S-VIDEO>COMPOSITE.  
When making COMPONENT VIDEO connections, connect Yto Y, CBto CB(or B-Y, PB) and CRto CR(or R-Y,  
PR).  
When connecting to video recording component such as video deck, DVD recorder, etc . or TV for ROOM 2, you must use  
the same type of video jacks that you did connect to video playback components such as DVD player, LD player, etc.  
This unit is equipped with a function that up-converts composite video or S-Video signals to component video signals or down-  
converts S-Video signals to composite video signals and outputs them from the MONITOR OUTs. Because of this, one of  
three types of MONITOR OUT jacks can be connected to the monitor TV regardless of how the video components are  
connected to VIDEO IN jacks of this unit.  
Connect the video components, referring to the following table.  
Relationship between the video input signal and video output signal  
Video input signals  
S-VIDEO  
MONITOR OUTs  
S-VIDEO  
VIDEO 2 / ROOM 2 OUTs  
COMPONENT  
COMPOSITE  
COMPONENT  
Composite  
S-Video  
COMPOSITE  
Composite  
S-Video  
S-VIDEO  
COMPOSITE  
Composite  
Composite  
S-Video  
S-Video  
S-Video  
S-Video  
S-Video  
Composite  
Composite  
Composite  
Composite  
Component  
Component  
Component  
Component  
Composite  
S-Video  
Composite  
S-Video  
S-Video  
S-Video  
S-Video  
Composite  
Notes :  
In such a case of making only COMPONENT VIDEO connections between this receiver and video component, while viewing a  
movie via MONITOR COMPONENT OUTs, if the OSD menu operation is performed with the OSD, CURSOR control(  
), ENTER buttons, etc., the picture is automatically turned off and only the OSD menu is displayed.  
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When S-Video signals and composite video signals are input into this receiver, even though the OSD menu operation is  
performed, the OSD menu cannot be displayed via MONITOR COMPOSITE OUT.  
When sherwood DVD player such as V-768, etc. is connected to the DIGI-LINK jack for system control, you should connect  
the DVD player to the VIDEO 2jacks of this unit.  
Because, if the PLAY button, etc. is pressed on the DVD player, the VIDEO 2 is automatically selected as an input source on  
this unit. Then playback, etc. starts.  
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VIDEO 1 Video deck, DVD recorder, etc.  
VIDEO 2 DVD player, DVD recorder, etc.  
Y
C
C
COMPONENT  
OUT  
Y
C
C
COMPONENT  
OUT  
B
R
B
R
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
(COMPOSITE)  
VIDEO  
OUT IN  
S-VIDEO  
OUT IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
IN  
(COMPOSITE)  
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
OUT IN  
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
OUT  
IN  
The jacks of VIDEO 1 / VIDEO 2 may also be connected to a DVD recorder or other digital video recording  
component. For details , refer to the operating instructions of the component to be connected.  
For ROOM 2 playback, the VIDEO 2 / ROOM 2 OUT jacks can be connected to the amplifier, TV , etc. installed in  
another room. (For details , refer to ROOM 2 connectionson page 12.)  
VIDEO 3 DVD player, LD player, Video deck, etc.  
MONITOR TV, Projector, etc.  
Y
C
C
COMPONENT  
OUT  
Y
C
C
COMPONENT  
IN  
B
R
B
R
AUDIO  
OUT  
(COMPOSITE)  
VIDEO  
OUT  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
(COMPOSITE)  
VIDEO  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
R
L
The jacks of VIDEO 3 / VIDEO 4 / VIDEO 5 can also be connected to an additional video component such as a  
cable TV tuner, an LD player or satellite system .  
Connect the jacks of VIDEO 4 / VIDEO 5 to the video components in the same way.  
Component video input default settings : (*)  
If you connect the COMPONENT VIDEO INs to your video components, it is easier to do so following the default  
settings.  
If your component video connections are different from the default setting , you should assign the COMPONENT  
VIDEO INs you used with the When selecting the COMPONENT VIDEO SETUPprocedure on page 56.  
The default settings are as follows :  
COMPONENT IN 1 : VIDEO 1, COMPONENT IN 2 : VIDEO 2, COMPONENT IN 3 : VIDEO 3  
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4. CONNECTING DIGITAL INs and OUTs  
The OPTICAL and the COAXIAL DIGITAL OUTs of the  
components that are connected to CD, AUX and VIDEO  
1~ VIDEO 6 of this unit can be connected to these  
DIGITAL INs.  
A digital input should be connected to the components  
such as a CD player, LD player, DVD player, etc. capable  
of outputting DTS Digital Surround, Dolby Digital or PCM  
format digital signals, etc.  
If the component with OPTICAL or COAXIAL IN jack is  
connected to the OPTICAL or COAXIAL OUT jack of this  
unit, you can record the high quality sound of CDs , etc.  
without degradation.  
For ROOM 2 playback, the COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT can  
be connected to the amplifier, etc. installed in another  
room.(For details, refer to ROOM 2 connectionson page  
12.)  
PC with USB port  
Component with  
OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT  
Component with  
OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT  
Component with  
OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT  
Component with  
OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT  
Component such as an  
MD recorder, CD recorder  
with OPTICAL DIGITAL IN  
Component such as an  
MD recorder, CD recorder  
with COAXIAL DIGITAL IN  
For details, refer to the operating instructions of the  
component connected.  
When making the COAXIAL DIGITAL connection, be sure  
to use a 75 COAXIAL cord, not a conventional AUDIO  
cord.  
Component with  
COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT  
Component with  
All of the commercially available optical fiber cords cannot  
be used for the equipment. If there is an optical fiber cord  
which cannot be connected to your equipment, consult  
your dealer or nearest service organization.  
Note :  
COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT  
Be sure to make either a OPTICAL or a COAXIAL  
DIGITAL connection on each component. (You dont need  
to do both.)  
USB audio connection  
The USB audio connection feature allows you connect a PC to this receiver to hear soundtracks from your PC. USB device  
controls on the computer (such as volume ) may or may not work. In either case, we recommend leaving all volume controls on  
the computer max and controlling volume from this receiver.  
You may update the operating software through this USB connection in the future.(For details, refer to CONNECTING PC  
FOR UPGRADESon page 14.)  
Notes:  
This USB terminal only supports 2 channel PCM signals. In case of other digital signals, loud noise or no sound may be heard  
from the speakers, and it may be harmful to your ears and damages the speakers.  
The digital signals being input into this USB terminal will not be output from the COAXIAL OUT jack.  
Some operating systems(OSs) may or may not work with this USB terminal.  
The sound may be interrupted, degraded or played back incorrectly due to your PC settings and PC specifications. Refer to the  
operating instructions of your PC concerning USB devices, etc.  
Dont use other applifications on your PC when playing back through this USB connection.  
Sherwood cannot be held responsible for damage to your computer system, software crashes or failures or any other possible  
computer problems due to this configuration.  
Do not disconnect the USB cable while playing a soundtrack or updating the operating software, etc.  
Should this happen, it may be result in malfunction or cause damage to the unit.  
Digital input default settings  
If you connect the DIGITAL INs to your components, it is easier to do so following the default settings.  
If your DIGITAL connections are different from default settings, you should assign the DIGITAL INs you used with the When  
selecting the DIGITAL INPUT SETUPprocedure on page 53.  
The default settings are as follows :  
OPTICAL IN 1 : VIDEO 1, OPTICAL IN 2 : VIDEO 2, OPTICAL IN 3 : VIDEO 3, OPTICAL IN 4 : VIDEO 5, COAXIAL IN 1 : CD,  
COAXIAL IN 2 : VIDEO 4, (Front) OPTICAL IN 5 : VIDEO 6, USB : AUX.  
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5. CONNECTING 8CH DIRECT INs  
Use these jacks to connect the corresponding analog audio  
and video outputs of a DVD player or a external decoder,  
etc. that has 6, 7 or 8 channel audio and video outputs.  
In case of 6 or 7 channel outputs, do not connect both of  
the SURROUND BACK L and R inputs or the SURROUND  
BACK R input of this unit . (For details, refer to the  
Decoder with 6, 7 or 8 channel outputs  
S-VIDEO  
OUT  
8 CH DIRECT OUTs  
(COMPOSITE)  
VIDEO OUT  
SURROUND SURR.BACK  
FRONT  
CENTER SUBWOOFER  
R
L
R
L
R
L
operating instructions of the component to be connected.)  
6. CONNECTING PREOUTs  
Additional powered  
subwoofer  
powered  
subwoofer  
Power amplifiers  
CENTER  
L
Center speaker  
FRONT  
R
Front speakers  
L
SURROUND  
R
Surround speakers  
L
SURROUND BACK  
R
Surround back speakers  
Use these jacks when adding additional power amplifiers.  
Connect the PREOUT jacks to the powered speakers or the power amplifiers connected to speakers respectively.  
When using only one surround back speaker, connect the SURROUND BACK LEFT jack to the power amplifier.  
If this is the case, you can connect the subwoofer without built-in amplifier to SURROUND BACK RIGHT terminals of the  
power amplifier.(For details, refer to When selecting the SUBWOOFERon page 49.)  
To emphasize the deep bass sounds, connect a powered subwoofer.  
To enjoy deeper bass sounds, connect an additional powered subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER 2 jack.  
Notes :  
After installing the speakers , first adjust the speaker settings according to your environment and speaker layout (For details,  
refer to SETTING THE SPEAKER SETUPon page 45.)  
According to speaker settings, you cannot use either SURROUND BACK RIGHT jack or both of SURROUND BACK jacks.  
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7. CONNECTING SPEAKERS  
Front right  
Center  
Front left  
CENTER  
FRONT  
SPEAKER R  
SPEAKER L  
FRONT  
SURROUND A  
SURROUND A  
Surround A  
right  
Surround A  
left  
SURROUND B  
SURROUND  
B
Surround B  
Surround B  
left  
SURROUND  
BACK  
right  
SURROUND  
BACK/SW  
Surround back left  
Surround back right  
(or "Passive" subwoofer)  
Be sure to connect speakers firmly and correctly according to the channel(left and right) and the polarity(+ and -). If the  
connections are faulty, no sound will be heard from the speakers, and if the polarity of the speaker connection is incorrect, the  
sound will be unnatural and lack bass.  
For installing the speakers, refer to Speaker placementon page 11.  
After installing the speakers, first adjust the speaker settings according to your environment and speaker layout.(For details,  
refer to SETTING THE SPEAKER SETUPon page 45.)  
You can connect the surround and the surround back speakers with various combinations according to the usage purpose.  
Surround speakers A and B  
This unit allows you to connect two different sets of surround speakers and to place them in the appropriate locations in your  
room, resulting in enjoying both movie soundtracks and music listening with optimum surround sound and no compromise.  
However, if you have only a set of surround speakers , connect them to either SURROUND A or SURROUND B SPEAKER  
terminals according to your taste.  
Surround back speakers  
When using only one surround back speaker, you should connect it to SURROUND BACK LEFT channel. In this case , you  
can connect a subwoofer without built-in amplifier to SURROUND BACK RIGHT channel.(For details, refer to When selecting  
the SUBWOOFERon page 49.)  
If you assign the power amplifier for the surround back channels to the ROOM 2, this unit can drive the speakers in another  
room (ROOM 2).  
(For details, refer to ROOM 2 connectionson page 12. and SETTING THE POWER AMP ASSIGNon page 45.)  
Caution :  
For safe amplifier operation , in case of using either surround A or surround B speakers, use all the speakers with impedance  
of over 6 ohms. However, in case of using both surround A and surround B speakers, use only these speakers with  
impedance of over 12 ohms and other speakers with impedance of over 6 ohms.  
Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other or any metal part of this unit. This could damage this unit and/or the  
speakers.  
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