SETTING UP THE FT-1
Due to the proliferation of audio/video components now competing for space within many home entertainment systems, placement of the tuner has become no easy
task. Therefore, if you have not already done so, take the time to plan the overall system in terms of component placement; cable lengths, identification, service access
and your own personal safety. At the same time, take a moment to plan the integration of the FT-1 FM tuner into your system, taking into consideration its own special
installation requirements.
P
LACEMENT
OF
THE
FT-1
The allowable distance between the FM tuner and the line stage preamplifier depends on the method of trans-
mission. Use of good quality, balanced interconnects will allow vast distances (100's of feet). However, if unbal-
anced interconnects are being used, the limits are more finite. If the line level (HI) outputs are being used,
distances up to 25 feet may be possible but should be confirmed before making the installation permanent. Use of
the LO level, unbalanced outputs may require a decidedly shorter run length of perhaps 36 inches or less.
Conversely, if the preamplifier is a microprocessor controlled (A/V) type, being too close may invite airborne rf
noise to enter the tuner. It is always prudent to test-locate an FM tuner before confirming its location.
C
ABLES
AND
C
ONNECTIONS
It is recommended that you place the tuner in a location convenient to being seen visually and by the remote
controller if manual tuning is necessary. If visibility is not essential, placement should be within a reasonable
distance of the preamplifier but well away from digital processing equipment, the power amplifier(s) and any other
device that radiates electromagnetic waves.
The FT-1 requires 3 cable connections; (a) a stereo pair of line interconnects (b) a coaxial type antenna cable
and (c) an ISE type power cord. Having determined what type of line interconnect will be used (balanced or
unbalanced) and where the FT-1 will be located with relation to the preamplifier, all that is left to determine is
the physical length of the interconnect pair.
One way to establish the ideal
interconnect cable
length is to simulate the run using a piece of zip wire (lamp
cord) or light rope. Doing it this way will ensure that all the curves the cable is likely to make in its journey are
taken into consideration. Run the wire or rope along the exact route you would like the interconnect to travel,
dressing it neatly as you go along. Measure the wire or rope, then add 6 - 12 inches to provide some slack in
the event you have to move the FT-1 or the preamplifier in and out.
Remember, in situations where a number of cables are in use, as is usually the case with A/V preamplifiers, there
must be sufficient give in the way the cables are connected. This is so they won't get pulled out by others running
alongside them in the bundle, should the preamplifier be moved inadvertently.
IMPORTANT: In order to protect sensitive components in your system (speakers etc.), always turn the amplifier and
preamplifier OFF, before plugging in or unplugging interconnect cables.
The
antenna cable
is one that should be run on its own, away from the rest of the cables, to lessen the possibility
of induced noise.
The
power cord
, being detachable, allows you to substitute any good quality ISE type, molded cable assembly
available, at whatever length is necessary. To minimize possible interference through the power lines,
DO
NOT
CONNECT
THE
FT-1'
S
POWER
CABLE
TO
THE
SAME
OUTLET
AS
THE
POWER
AMPLIFIER
.
P
OWERING
U
P
When all cables have been properly connected and double-checked, turn on the amplifier(s), then the preamplifier,
and finally, the FT-1. When power has been confirmed at each component, tune the FT-1 to a local station. You
should now hear that station's programming.
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