Cambridge Audio Azur 640R User Manual Download Page 5

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Important safety instructions

ENGLISH

Please take a moment to read these notes before installing your 640R,

as they will enable you to get the best performance and prolong the life

of the unit. We advise you follow all instructions, heed all warnings and

keep the instructions for future reference.

Ventilation

IMPORTANT - The unit will become hot when in use. 

Please ensure there is ample ventilation (at least 10cm clearance all

round). Do not put any objects on top of this unit. Do not situate it on a

rug or other soft surface and do not obstruct any air inlets or outlet

grilles. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat

registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce

heat. Do not stack multiple units on top of each other. Do not place in

an enclosed area such as a bookcase or in a cabinet without sufficient

ventilation.

Do not obstruct the rear heat tunnel ventilation grille. Ensure that small

objects do not fall through any ventilation grille. If this happens, switch

off immediately, disconnect from the mains supply and contact your

dealer for advice.

Positioning

Choose the installation location carefully. Avoid placing it in direct

sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also avoid locations subject to

vibration and excessive dust, cold or moisture. Do not place the unit on

an unstable surface or shelf. The unit may fall, causing serious injury to

a child or adult as well as serious damage to the product. Do not place

a CD player or other equipment on top of the unit.

This unit must be installed on a sturdy, level surface. Do not

place in a sealed area such as a bookcase or in a cabinet. Any

space open at the back (such as a dedicated equipment rack)

is fine however. When a cart is used, use caution when moving

the cart to avoid injury from tip-over.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this

unit to rain or moisture. This unit must not be used near water or

exposed to dripping or splashing water or other liquids. No objects filled

with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on the unit. In the event,

switch off immediately, disconnect from the mains supply and contact

your dealer for advice.

Electronic audio components have a running in period of around a week

(if used several hours per day). This will allow the new components to

settle down, the sonic properties will improve over this time.

Grounding and polarisation

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug.

A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A

grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The

wide blade or third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided

plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of

the obsolete outlet.

Power sources 

The unit 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. 

This unit has been designed to be left in Standby mode when not in use,

this will increase the life of the amplifier (this is true with all electronic

equipment). To turn the unit off completely switch off on the rear panel.

If you do not intend to use this unit for a long period of time, unplug it

from the mains socket.

Power cord protection

The unit must be installed in a manner that makes disconnection of the

mains plug from the mains socket outlet (or appliance connector from the

rear of the unit) possible. Where the mains plug is used as the disconnect

device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable. Protect the

power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,

convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit.

Be sure to insert each power cord securely. To prevent hum and noise, do

not bundle the interconnect leads with the power cord or speaker leads.

Overloading 

Do not overload wall outlets or extension cord as this can result in a risk

of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed

power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are

dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. 

Lightning 

For added protection during a thunderstorm, or when it is left

unattended and unused for long period of time, unplug the unit from the

wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent

damage to the unit from lightning and power-line surges.

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. Section

810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NIPA No. 70-1984 (section 54

of Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) provides information with respect to

proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the

lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,

location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,

and requirements for the grounding electrode.

Cleaning

To clean the unit, wipe its case with a dry, lint-free cloth. Do not use any

cleaning fluids containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives. Do not spray

an aerosol at or near the amplifier.

Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by your dealer as they may

cause harm to the unit. Only use the specified attachments/accessories

with this unit.

Servicing 

These units are not user serviceable, never attempt to repair,

disassemble or reconstruct the unit if there seems to be a problem. A

serious electric shock could result if this precautionary measure is

ignored. In the event of a problem or failure, please contact your dealer.

Contact the service department should any of these conditions occur:

- When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

- If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the amp.

- If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.

- If the unit does not operate normally after following the operation

instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by the

operation instructions. 

- If the unit has been dropped or damaged in any way.

- When the unit exhibits a distinct negative change in performance.

IMPORTANT

If  the  unit  is  run  at  a  very  high  level,  a  sensor  will  detect  a  temperature

rise   and   show   "PROTECTION   OVERLOAD"   on   the   display.   The   unit   will

then   go   into   Standby   mode.   It   cannot   be   switched   on   again   until   the

temperature  has  fallen  to  a  more  normal  level.

Summary of Contents for Azur 640R

Page 1: ...ENGLISH AV receiver User s manual 2 640R azur ...

Page 2: ...connections 11 5 1 6 1 7 1 Direct In 12 7 1 Preamp Out 12 Aerial connections 13 Front Input connections 13 640R setup 14 1 Speaker configuration 14 2 Speaker delay 15 3 Level calibration 16 4 Source setup 16 5 Assigning HDMI 17 Surround Sound modes 18 Operating instructions 19 Decode modes 20 22 Audio split mode 24 Recorder 1 2 24 Tone Sub LFE configuration 24 Input naming 24 OSD setup 25 Multi Ro...

Page 3: ...t possible stereo reproduction for these The 640R also carries a 5 1 6 1 7 1 channel analog input This feature allows for the connection of a DVD Audio or SACD player equipped with a 5 1 output and is compatible with future external 6 1 7 1 audio formats As well as the full complement of audio inputs the 640R also performs Composite S Video and Component Video input switching and transcoding The c...

Page 4: ...your model does not have an earth wire then disregard this instruction If a standard 13 amp BS 1363 plug is used a 5 amp fuse must be fitted or if any other type of plug is used a 5 amp fuse must be fitted either in the plug or adaptor or on the distribution board 4 Checking the Power Supply Rating For your own safety please read the following instructions carefully before attempting to connect th...

Page 5: ...tronic equipment To turn the unit off completely switch off on the rear panel If you do not intend to use this unit for a long period of time unplug it from the mains socket Power cord protection The unit must be installed in a manner that makes disconnection of the mains plug from the mains socket outlet or appliance connector from the rear of the unit possible Where the mains plug is used as the...

Page 6: ...rding device connected to the Recorder 2 input 7 1 Direct Press to select a 7 1 6 1 or 5 1 source DVD A or SACD player etc connected to the 7 1 Direct In sockets Note The 640R remembers the audio and video input type and processing mode for each individual source input These are recalled each time a source is selected Audio input type Press this button to toggle between analog or digital optical c...

Page 7: ...i room capability IR Three IR emitter outputs for remote control of source equipment Video Out 1 2 Provides video feeds to the 2nd 3rd zone Please refer to the Multi Room section of this manual for more information on connections and set up Emitter In Allows modulated IR commands from multi room systems or IR repeater systems to be received by the 640R Commands received here are not looped out of ...

Page 8: ... On Analog Direct Directly selects a stereo analog input for the current source with no A D conversion or DSP processing Stereo Modes Selects Stereo or Stereo Sub modes for Analog or Digital sources digitally processed PLIIx Neo DSP Selects from various matrix encoded surround processing modes for analog or digital sources digitally processed DD EX DTS ES Selects digital surround processing modes ...

Page 9: ...h are recommended The coloured speaker terminals are positive and the black speaker terminals are negative Make sure correct polarity is maintained at each speaker connector or the sound can become weak and phasey with little bass Prepare the speaker cords for connection by stripping off approximately 10mm 3 8 or less no more than 10mm as this could cause a short circuit of the outer insulation Tw...

Page 10: ...rder 1 Audio player recorder Tape MD CD R FM AM tuner Phono cable 2RCA 2RCA Video player Digital audio connections Two types of digital audio connections can be made to the 640R 1 Optical Toslink 2 Coaxial SPDIF Either type can be used for a source as the 640R automatically uses the active one Note Only one connection type should be used per source azur 640R AV Receiver Front Right Front Left Surr...

Page 11: ...ideo 1 Video 2 and Recorder 1 see the Assigning HDMI sources section for more information The 640R routes the HDMI outputs of DVD players set top boxes etc to the TV Monitor without any internal processing Consult both the source and TV s manuals to find out how to set the best modes for best picture quality As the 640R only routes switches HDMI it is not involved in these settings itself azur 640...

Page 12: ...eo 1 Video 2 Multi Room Composite S Video Digital O This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules TV MonOut Power On Off Manufactured in an ISO9002 approved facility Designed in London England www cambridge audio com SW Component Recorder 1 Power amplifier Surround back left Surround left Left Right Surround right Surround back right Centre Subwoofer Input Output Setup Menu DVD In Digital Video1 ...

Page 13: ...0R to decode surround sound information if the console game supports it Composite video cable Stereo phono cable RCA RCA S Video cable Optical cable OPT OPT FM aerial Connect an aerial to the FM 75 ohm socket a simple wire aerial is supplied only for temporary use Extend the lead and move the aerial around until you get the best reception For continued use we strongly recommended using a 75ohm out...

Page 14: ...this to None in the settings as shown later and the 640R will automatically redirect the centre channel audio information into the Left and Right Front channels creating what is known as a Phantom Centre Similarly you might decide not to use a subwoofer if your main Left and Right speakers are capable of reproducing enough bass for a satisfying music movie experience The 640R will then automatical...

Page 15: ...ressing the OSD button always moves back one menu item and then exits and stores from the main menu screen 640R azur 15 ENGLISH Because the speakers in a surround sound system are usually different distances from the listener the 640R incorporates the ability to apply a variable digital delay to each of the channels so that the sound from each arrives at the same time at the listening position for...

Page 16: ... Level calibration Level Calibration Test Signal On Front L 0dB Front R 0dB Surround L 0dB Surround R 0dB Centre 0dB Subwoofer 0dB Surr Back L 0dB Surr Back R 0dB Return To Menu OSD The next step is to select each source input in turn on the 640R and tell the unit The type of audio connection you want to use for that source Analog or Digital input The type of video connection you want to use for t...

Page 17: ...640R is fully compatible with DVI in that simple passive DVI HDMI adaptors are available which allow the conversion of the DVI connector to an HDMI format connector and back again if required for routing via the 640R The 640R can switch both types of signal HDMI DVI henceforth referred to as HDMI outputs on DVD players and Set top boxes also often support higher resolution formats including progre...

Page 18: ...o operate the 640R below is a brief guide to the Surround Sound formats that the 640R is compatible with Dolby Digital Known also as DD 3 2 or DD 5 1 provides up to 5 1 output from suitable encoded Dolby Digital material with 5 main channels Front Left Front Right Centre Surround Left Surround Right and a Low Frequency Effects Channel for the subwoofer all discretely encoded Decoding Dolby Digital...

Page 19: ... activate the 640R switch the Power button on the rear panel to On then press the Standby On button on the front panel Selecting the source 1 Select the desired source by pushing the corresponding source button on the front panel or remote control 2 If necessary press the Audio Input Type button to select the input mode of the source equipment either analog or digital depending on the connection m...

Page 20: ...or 5 1 decode post processed to 6 1 7 1 Indicates 7 1 output created by a 2 0 5 1 or 6 1 decode post processed to 7 1 6 1 Indicates 6 1 output created from 6 1 material decoded as 5 1 and then post processed to 6 1 7 1 Indicates 7 1 output from 6 1 material decoded as 5 1 and then post processed to 7 1 Mode used to force 6 1 or 7 1 EX or ES decoding where the decoder detects a disc as only 5 1 enc...

Page 21: ...LIIx Music 6 1 DTS 3 2 ES Matrix 6 1 DTS 3 2 Neo 6 Cinema 6 1 DTS 3 2 Neo 6 Music 6 1 DTS ES Matrix 3 3 PLIIx Movie 6 1 DTS ES Matrix 3 3 6 6 1 1 DTS ES Matrix 3 3 PLIIx Music 6 1 DTS ES Matrix 3 3 Neo 6 Cinema 6 1 DTS ES Matrix 3 3 Neo 6 Music 6 1 DTS ES Discrete 3 3 PLIIx Movie 6 1 DTS ES Discrete 3 3 6 6 1 1 DTS ES Discrete 3 3 PLIIx Music 6 1 DTS ES Discrete 3 3 Neo 6 Cinema 6 1 DTS ES Discret...

Page 22: ... ES Matrix 7 1 DTS 3 2 Neo 6 Cinema 7 1 DTS 3 2 Neo 6 Music 7 1 DTS ES Matrix 3 3 PLIIx Movie 7 1 DTS ES Matrix 3 3 6 6 1 1 DTS ES Matrix 3 3 PLIIx Music 7 1 DTS ES Matrix 3 3 7 7 1 1 DTS ES Matrix 3 3 Neo 6 Cinema 7 1 DTS ES Matrix 3 3 Neo 6 Music 7 1 DTS ES Discrete 3 3 PLIIx Movie 7 1 DTS ES Discrete 3 3 6 6 1 1 DTS ES Discrete 3 3 PLIIx Music 7 1 DTS ES Discrete 3 3 7 7 1 1 DTS ES Discrete 3 3...

Page 23: ...ic tuning manual tuning or preset mode 4 Press the Tuning and Tuning buttons or the left and right arrow buttons on the remote to select the station you want to listen to In automatic tuning mode the unit scans to the next strong station In manual tuning mode the user can step manually through the frequencies In preset mode the unit cycles through the presets only Two FM modes are available stereo...

Page 24: ...without the OSD by holding down the Sub On Off button and using the Vol Up Down buttons whilst it is kept down Input naming If desired it is possible to customise the names shown on the front panel display for each source Enter the OSD and select the Input Name Assign menu Use the Left and Right arrows to select the source you wish to edit CD DVD etc then press Enter 24 The 640R is able to allow t...

Page 25: ...24V DC In IR3 1 2 Keypad 1 Keypad 2 DVD SR SBR SW L SL SBL SB Y Cb Pb Cr Pr Y Cb Pb Cr Pr Y Cb Pb Cr Pr Y Cb Pb Cr Pr C 7 1 Direct In 7 1 Preamp Out L R L R Serial No label fitted on underside Max Power Consumption 1400W Power Rating 230V AC 50Hz R SR SBR L SL SBL SB C R TV MonOut Video 1 Video 2 Speaker Impedance 4 8 Ohms Multi Room RS232C In In In In In In Out In Out L R Video 2 Video 1 Recorder...

Page 26: ...ight Right Left Left Power AC On Off Power Manufactured in an ISO9002 approved facility IR Emitter In In Out Control Bus S P DIF Co axial Toslink Optical Digital Outputs Mains Voltage Selector Switch 115V 230V AC 50 60Hz Class 1 Laser Product Luokan 1 Laserplaite Klass 1 Laserapparat azur 640C V2 0 Compact Disc Player Max Power Consumption 18W www cambridge audio com Designed in London England N18...

Page 27: ...ESET will appear briefly on the front panel display before returning to Standby mode Reset Back up memory Tuning Mode Store DVD Video 1 Stereo Modes Dolby Digital DTS Surround Modes Pro Logic Neo DSP Surround Modes Video Input Type Audio Audio Input Type Video 2 Recorder 1 Aux CD Recorder 2 7 1 Direct Analog Stereo Direct Tuner FM AM Video 3 L R Digital Processing Options Custom installation C I u...

Page 28: ...utputs 2nd 3rd Zone 3 IR Emitter outputs 2 Composite video outputs 2nd 3rd Zone 1 External PSU input 24VDC Standby power consumption 10w Quiescent power consumption 70w Max power consumption 1400w Dimensions H x W x D 150 x 425 x 420mm inc all terminals controls Weight 15kg 33lbs Decoding modes supported PCM Stereo Linear PCM with or without digitally created Sub 16 24 bit data 44 1 48 or 96kHz PL...

Page 29: ...6 1 or 7 1 7 1 has mono back surrounds DTS ES Matrix Discrete PLIIx Movie PLIIx Movie post process of DTS ES 6 1 giving 6 1 or 7 1 DTS ES Matrix Discrete PLIIx Music PLIIx Music post process of DTS ES 6 1 giving 6 1 or 7 1 DTS 96 24 5 1 discrete audio PassThru Movie Music Room Theater Hall 5 1 6 1 7 1 DSP effects This guide is designed to make installing and using this product as easy as possible ...

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