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12: 8000AP Specifications

0dBu (775mV)

Max 3.5V

90dB to +15dB in 1dB steps ,
Channel imbalance < 0.1dB

HDMI 1.2a compliant
HDMI 1.3 compatible
Max resolution 1080p
HDCP compatible

1.5Vp-p , 75 Ω

PAL or NTSC

90 - 100 V /110 - 120 V / 220 - 240V
(marked on the rear of the unit)

15W Operational
< 7W Standby

445 mm x 75 mm x 338 mm

Net: 5.76 Kg
shipping: 7.38 Kg

DSP:

D/A converters:

A/D converters:
Upsampling:

Audio Processing Modes:

Video:

Connectivity:

Dual DSP, Cirrus Logic CS494003, 24Bit front end /

32Bit Post processing

24Bit / 192KHz bit-stream

Adjustable D/A filter response

24Bit / 48KHz bit-stream

2x (on Digital PCM & HDCD)

Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital EX
Dolby Pro Logic II
Dolby Pro Logic IIx
DTS
DTS ES Matrix
DTS ES Discrete
DTS 96/24
DTS NEO:6
PCM Stereo (24bit / 192KHz)
HDCD
2 Ch PCM 24Bit / 192KHz via HDMI
8 Ch. PCM 24Bit / 96KHz via HDMI
5.1 Analogue Bypass

HDMI max resolution 1080p
OSD (On Screen Display) Composite Video (PAL/NTSC)

2 HDMI inputs and 1 HDMI output
3 Coaxial Digital SPDIF inputs
4 Optical Digital SPDIF inputs
1 Optical Digital SPDIF output
5 Analogue Inputs via RCA phono connectors
8 Analogue Outputs (7.1) via RCA phono connectors
1 Analogue Tape Output via RCA phono connector
6 Analogue Inputs (5.1 Bypass) via RCA phono connectors
1 OSD (On Screen Display) output (Composite Video)
1 RS232 Communications port

Separate Analogue and Digital Power Supply with 10
Regulated Supplies.

Frequency

Response

Distortion

(THD)

Dynamic

Range

Input

Sensitivity

Frequency

Response

Distortion

(THD)

Dynamic

Range

Input

Sensitivity

Frequency

Response

Distortion

(THD)

Dynamic

Range

Output

Level

Volume
Control

HDMI

Connection

Composite

OSD

Mains

Voltage

Power

Consumption

Dimensions

overall (WxHxD)

Weight

Audiolab reserves the right to alter design and specification without notice.
Specification may vary for different countries.

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Digital Inputs

Video Outputs

10Hz – 20KHz (±0.2dB)
5Hz – 75KHz (± 3dB)

< 0.002% (0dBFS @ 1KHz)

> 103dB

0dBu (775mV); Max 3.5V
Unity Gain (1) with Vol. Level at 0dB

10Hz – 20KHz (±0.2dB)
5Hz – 24KHz (± 3dB)

< 0.003% (rel. 2V@1kHz)
Bandwidth = 20Hz - 20KHz

100dB

0dBu (775mV); Max 3.5V
Unity Gain (1) with Vol. Level at 0dB

10Hz – 20KHz (±0.2dB)
5Hz – 100KHz (± 3dB)

< 0.001% (rel. 2V@1kHz)

> 110dB

16bit, Fs= 44.1KHz, B/W 20Hz- 20KHz

5.1 Bypass Input

Analogue Outputs

Analogue Inputs

General

Key Features

Summary of Contents for 8000AP

Page 1: ...User Instructions audiolab 8000AP RS232 ...

Page 2: ...ted to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE or BLACK The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN or RED Connecting a Mains Plug Use only attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution whe...

Page 3: ...61 5 808 574 5 838 274 5 854 600 5 872 531 Australia 669114 Other patents pending Page 1 Contents Statutory and Safety Information IFC Introduction Players and Formats 2 Unpacking 3 Speaker Placement and Preliminary topics 3 Controls and Connectors 4 Audio and Video Connections 5 Other Connections 6 System Connection Diagram 7 Remote Handset 8 Setting Up the 8000AP 9 Main Menu Setting Speaker Size...

Page 4: ...nd both on the format support built into your player the actual disc you are playing Set your BD HD player to output PCM typical player settings are Auto or PCM From the disc select either the LPCM Dolby True HD or DTS HD Master Audio sound track Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio are lossless compressed audio formats In other words they are uncompressed Linear PCM LPCM tracks zipped up rather ...

Page 5: ...space to allow adequate ventilation and is on its own shelf Before you connect the 8000AP to the mains ensure your mains voltage corresponds to the rating plate on the rear of the product If in doubt consult your dealer If you move house to an area which has a different mains voltage seek advice from an Audiolab appointed dealer or a competent service technician Make sure you locate the unit so th...

Page 6: ...ogue 5 1 outputs back outputs for 7 1 coaxial digital inputs RS232 optical digital inputs composite video output for on screen setup only tape input ouput mode indicator remote control sensor 8 display screen volume knob IEC mains input socket external 5 1 input HDMI output HDMI 1 input HDMI 2 input service only optical digital output stereo analogue inputs mains input fuse 25 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 ...

Page 7: ...ity screened coaxial digital cable Optical Digital Inputs DTV DAB MD DX2 Optical Digital Output DIGITAL OUT HDMI DVI cables Your 8000AP has four optical inputs Digital Aux 2 These should be connected to the TOSLINK output on the source component using a quality optical cable All connections are electrically identical The signal at is an unmodified copy of the currently selected digital source i e ...

Page 8: ...r be used in normal operation Before connecting the 8000AP to the mains supply make sure that all the other connections to your AV system have been properly and securely made Switch the mains supply at the wall socket and then using the cable supplied connect the socket on the back of your 8000AP to an AC supply outlet The 8000AP has been designed to remain connected to power at all times to optim...

Page 9: ...m the 8000AP Again keep the HDMI interconnect as short as possible A composite input on the TV screen may be connected to the OSD socket on the 8000AP via a single RCA phono lead This is solely for the purpose of viewing the setup menu of the 800AP on the TV screen Finally connect the line outputs of the 8000AP to the power amplifier and subwoofer You can connect any amplifier from regular 2 chann...

Page 10: ...ea 1 MENU 2 STANDBY 3 NIGHT 4 MUTE 5 BALANCE 7 VOLUME 8 9 10 11 12 13 BACK 14 STEREO 15 MODE 16 DISPLAY 17 Q SET 6 5 1 Enter leave the on screen setup menu Bring the unit in out of Standby mode Mute unmute the sound Adjust left right balance of font speakers Adjust the Volume level Co axial digital input selection HDMI input selection analogue input selection 5 1 analogue input key Optical digital...

Page 11: ...et Quick set Press the keys to select Press Press the keys to select Press the keys to toggle or If you select No further action is needed If you select You will be asked to set the bass cut frequency Press to select 50Hz 80Hz 100Hz 120Hz Now press to select Speaker Sizes ENTER Speaker Sizes Large Small Large Small Centre Do you have a centre speaker After setting up the size and bass parameters o...

Page 12: ...s close to 0dB as possible BACK Speaker Levels ENTER Noise On Setting up the Subwoofer input level Do not adjust the volume during calibration after the level is established Using a Sound Level Meter seated Set Up By Listening seated Do not adjust the volume control during the calibration Loudspeaker Distances Speaker Calibration Press to jump back up to the front page Press the keys to select Pre...

Page 13: ...or Determine the levels by ear with a suitable source We recommend you set the levels to be identical to the Speaker levels menu and proceed from there Access the Press This menu allows you to map an HDMI source input to any digital input This routes the video portion of the HDMI signal to the TV but disables the audio portion The audio connection is made from the source component to the digital i...

Page 14: ...play You can set the DAC filter to or The filter has better technical performance and best attenuation of spurious signals but sounds mechanical to many people The filter has improved group delay characteristics and a gentler roll off but could result in higher spurious noise levels Upsampling applies only to Audio PCM or HDCD streams The default setting is Off Setting upsampling On pushes the noi...

Page 15: ...ted to the digital output socket Silent appears in the window When a detectable digital format is received by the 8000AP the screen will display the input the receiving format and the number of channels received Examples of typical screen displays are given on Page12 and in the next column The Power LED illuminates the display shows the Mode and the software version The 8000AP will then go into St...

Page 16: ...on the 8000AP When you select this input you will hear a relay operate as the input is selected and all processing functions are disabled When this input is selected you can only alter the volume and balance You can also trim the channel parameters via the OSD menu VCR SAT TV AUX TAPE 5 1 bypass An analogue source analogue The TAPE input TAPE OUT The 5 1 input Note The titles of the analogue input...

Page 17: ...n the front panel or the remote control to exit Balance Mode If you do nothing after a short period the 8000AP will automatically exit Balance Mode VOLUME 90dB 15dB MUTE Note MUTE BALANCE very Note Keeping the held down will move the sound progressively further left or right Night Mode Forced Stereo Operation Display On Off This mode works with Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround sources which i...

Page 18: ...ly set to Small Press the keys to set Press the keys until Press the key Press the keys to toggle or Press the keys to set Press the keys until Press the key Press the keys to select or you reach you reach The QSet menu QSet Menus QSET QSET QSet enables you to set up basic system parameters from the front pane The best way is to use QSet to trim the system If you are making adjustments to the setu...

Page 19: ... up the subwoofer in the Setup Menu Qset Levels Subwoofer 0 dB 9b The Qset Menu 2 Lip Sync Adjustment On Screen Display Adjustment Lip sync adjustment will mainly be needed in the following circumstances Some modern flat panel screens have heavy amounts of video processing which adds delay hence the need to delay the audio so the picture and sound match Occasionally there are lip sync problems eve...

Page 20: ... correct all amplifiers are switched on Until you are familiar with the operation of your 8000AP you may experience occasional difficulties This guide will help you overcome the most likely issues Check that Check that Check that Check that Check that No lights on the unit No response poor response to handset commands No on screen display No sound The Mute function does not work the mains lead is ...

Page 21: ...f this is later You must provide proof of purchase delivery before work can be carried out Without this proof any work carried out will be chargeable to you All work will be carried out by Audiolab or its authorised agents or distributors Any unauthorised repair or modification will void this warranty If any part is no longer available it will replaced with a functional replacement part Any parts ...

Page 22: ... SPDIF output 5 Analogue Inputs via RCA phono connectors 8 Analogue Outputs 7 1 via RCA phono connectors 1 Analogue Tape Output via RCA phono connector 6 Analogue Inputs 5 1 Bypass via RCA phono connectors 1 OSD On Screen Display output Composite Video 1 RS232 Communications port Separate Analogue and Digital Power Supply with 10 Regulated Supplies Frequency Response Distortion THD Dynamic Range I...

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