Ta-elektroakustik K1 AV User Manual

V 1.1 Order No. 9103-0350BUSER MANUALK1 AV

The AmplifierAll the functions described in this chapter apply to the amplifier section of the K1 AV. They are available for all sourcedevices, i.e. b

Multi-room modeThe K1 AV can supply sound to a second room (e.g.your office or the kitchen - multi-room mode) in additionto the main li

Amplifier menu12BA L LR 0BA SS 00BA SS NO RMloudn offTREBLE 00AMPC-lev 00sw lev 00Adjustment facility1xbriefpress

Amplifier menu point Balance (BAL)Explanation:The ‘BALANCE’ function is used to adjust the balance in volume between the left andright channels, e.g.

Amplifier menu point BASS (low bass lift)Explanation:The system features the facility to switch on active low bass lift, producing better deep bassrep

The TunerFor all the functions described in this chapter the Tuner must be selected as the listening source. First switch the K1 AVto Tuner mode by pr

Alarm TimerThe K1 AV features an integral timer module (Timer),which can be used to switch on the Tuner source at aprogrammable time (Radio a

TunermenüTuner menu point Reception modes (RCVM)Explanation:The Tuner can be switched to any of three different reception modes

Tuner menu point Manual storingExplanation:The tuner can store a total of 60 station settings (presets). In addition to the stationf

Tuner menu point Automatic storing (Autostore)Explanation:When you select automatic storing the tuner searches the entire VHF band for stationswhich

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The disc playerFor all functions described in this chapter the disc player must be selected as the listening source.The first step is therefore to swi

Special functionsSwitching the displayA brief press on the  button toggles the integralscreen of the K1 AV between Track and Playing time.Repeat

Playing MP3 / JPEG / Picture CDsThe K1 AV is able to play MP3 music discs, JPEG discsand Picture Discs. These discs are controlled using on-screen me

Compatible formatsThe K1 AV is able to play the following formats:Audio formatsCD-Audio (CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW)MP-3 CD (MP3: see the info box below)Video

Basic disc player settings (SETUP)Player Setup MenuThe disc player in the K1 AV must be set up to match thecharacteristics of your TV set an

Player Setup Menu25DISC LOCKDISPLAY DIMPROGRAMOSD LANGUAGESCREEN SAVERSLEEPSOUND MODECD UPSAMPLINGANALOGUE OUTPUTDIGITAL AUDIO-SETUPNIGHT MODEPROGRESS

General Setup MenuDISC LOCKNot all discs are categorised or coded by themanufacturer regarding their suitability for youngpe

Audio-Setup MenuANALOGUE OUTPUTWith this option you can determine the sound outputformat of the K1 AV when a disc is being played.Stereo

DIGITAL AUDIO-SETUPDIGITAL OUTPUTThe digital output of the K1 AV can be used forconnecting external surround decoders or dig

Video SetupTV TYPEThis menu contains the options for selecting the TVnorm, which must be set to match your monitor o

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PROGRESSIVEThe ‘Progressive’ menu point can only be altered if youhave set the Component output to ’YUV’ (see menu point‘Component’).In progressive

Basic settingsAUDIOSUBTITLEDISC MENUYou can select your preferred menu and synchronouslanguage in the sub-menus Audio, Sub-titles and DiscM

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Basic settingsInstallationUsing the K1 AV for the first timeSafety notesTrouble-shootingGlossarySpecificationThis chapter describes all those aspects

Amplifier Setup Menu(Basic settings menu)The Amplifier Setup Menu is where you define the basicsettings of the K1 AV. When using your K1 AV for the

Amplifier Setup Menu35swcut Medvol a/bBright 810-25 clkCLOCK 8TIME RDSAUX MINMain SatCent SatAMP1xlongpressAdjustment facility

Amplifier Setup Menu point Main loudspeakers (Main)Explanation:Setting the size and bass range of the main loudspeakers at front left and right.Ampli

Amplifier Setup Menu point Volume setting, separateExplanation:Normally the volume for the loudspeaker outputs  A and  B is controlled in par

Amplifier Setup Menu point Screen brightnessExplanation:The brightness of the integral screen can be adjusted (dimmed) through eight stages (1 to8).&

Amplifier Setup Menu point Time (set automatically by RDS)Explanation:In this menu point you can determine the method of setting the internal clock.O

About these instructionsAll the controls and functions of the K1 AV which are frequently used are described in the first section of these operatingins

Amplifier Setup Menu point Brightness of the time display (CLOCK)Explanation:The brightness of the clock display can be adjusted (dimmed) through eig

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Sockets ANTAerial inputThe K1 AV features a 75 Ω aerial input ANT, which issuitable both for a normal domestic aerial and for a cableconnectio

  B Loudspeaker terminals * The secondary pair of loudspeakers (remote speakers)should be connected to the  B loudspeaker ou

WiringNotes on connecting the system• You will find wiring diagrams on the following pages.• Be sure to connect all your equipment exactly as shownin

F6 Remote Control HandsetReplacing the batteries:To open the battery compartment cover release the latchby pressing it in and raising the end. Fit new

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Safety NotesAll the components used in this device satisfy thecurrently valid German and European safety norms andstandards.Exacting

Approved usageThis device is designed exclusively for reproducingsound and / or pictures in the domestic environment. Itmust be operated i

GlossaryAmplifier Setup MenuIn the Amplifier Setup Menu the basic settings for theK1 AV are defined at the time the system is initia

ContentsOperating the K1 AVFront panel controls ...

Disc menu, DVD menuA DVD may contain a disc menu with selection facilitiesfor individual tracks and / or chapters. Depending on theDVD, the disc may a

RGB Video A video signal which uses separate cable conductors totransfer the basic colours: red, green and blue. Like YUVVideo, RGB delivers the

Trouble-shootingMany problems have a simple cause and acorrespondingly simple solution. The following chapterdescribes a few dif

Problem: Unwanted whistling sound from theloudspeakers.Cause: The aerial is too close to a mains cable orCinch inter-connect lead.Remedy: Re-p

Tuner:Problem: The RDS station name does not appearon the integral screen.Cause 1: The station is not broadcasting RDSinformation, or the s

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SpecificationAmplifier sectionExternal sound inputs 3 TV (via SCART) TAPE AUX1 V / 20 kΩ1 V / 20 kΩ 350mV...1V / 20 kΩ variableSound outputs(line-le

CD/DVD playerMechanism Linear mechanism with dual laser (650 +785 nm)Sub-chassis constructionDisc formats Audio CD, CD-R, CD/RWMP3Hybrid SACD (CD laye

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Front panel controlsDisc drawerThe drawer of the K1 AV is made of a material with veryhigh acoustic damping characteristics. Its flexible, floatin

 (PLAY/PAUSE) /  (Timer)Combi-button for starting the disc and activating thetimer.In disc mode:brief press: PLAYStarts the

Remote control of the K1 AVThe F6 remote controlhandset controls all thefunctions of the K1 AV. Theadjustments you make aredisplayed on

In Disc mode In Tuner modebrief press: when playing a CD the screencan be toggled between trackdisplay and display of playingtime.