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Record and Playback Connections for Video 1 and Video 2
Video inputs 1 and 2 have audio and video record inputs so you can connect up to two audio/
video recording components such as a video cassette recorder.
For audio, connect the left and right audio output connectors from the VCR you’ll use for
recording to the corresponding left and right audio inputs of either Video 1 or Video 2 labeled
In. Next, connect the left and right Out connectors of the AVC-1800 to the left and right
audio input connectors of the VCR.
For video, connect the composite and/or S-Video output connectors from the VCR you will
use for recording to the Video 1 or 2 In connectors of the AVC-1800. Next, connect the
corresponding Video Out connectors of the AVC-1800 to the composite and or S-Video
input connector of the VCR.
Zone Audio Output Connections
The AVC-1800 has analog stereo connections for independent remote zone operation. This
feature allows you to route any of the analog input sources connected to the AVC-1800 to
both the main zone (Main) and a separate remote zone (Zone). You can listen to different or
the same sources in the main and remote zones simultaneously. Connect the left and right
Zone Audio Outputs to your remote zone power amplifier or system controller.
Composite and S-Video Monitor Output Connections
If your video monitor or projector is equipped with separate input connections and switching
for composite video and S-Video, you can connect either or both video formats to the AVC-
1800’s corresponding Composite Video or S-Video connectors. Note that the AVC-1800
does not convert S-Video input signals to composite video output signals or composite video
to S-Video or vice versa.
Main External Remote Control
The Main External Remote allows for infrared remote control operation via a wired infrared
repeater system or system controller when infrared commands cannot directly reach the
front panel infrared receiver. The input connector accepts a standard 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) two
conductor mini plug. The tip is positive and the sleeve is negative. Your Authorized Parasound
Dealer or Custom Installer can recommend a compatible infrared repeater system for the
AVC-1800. Connect the output of an infrared repeater system to the Main IR input.
Zone External Remote Control
The Zone External IR allows for independent control of the AVC-1800 when routing audio
to a remote zone. The input connector accepts a standard 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) two conductor
mini plug. The tip is positive and the sleeve is negative. Your Authorized Parasound Dealer
or Custom Installer can recommend a compatible infrared repeater system for the
AVC-1800. Connect the output of an infrared repeater system to the Zone IR input.
Main DC Trigger
This jack provides a +12 Volt DC trigger voltage to activate equipment that can be triggered
with DC voltage such as power amplifiers, relays, motorized projection screen, fans, lights,
or other components. Connect the Main DC Trigger output of the AVC-1800 to the DC
input of the component you want to activate. The DC trigger delivers up to up to 200 milliamps
of current. The Main DC Trigger accepts a sub-mini (2.5 mm) two-conductor mini plug.
The tip is positive and the sleeve is negative. You can program the AVC-1800 to activate the
Main DC Trigger in response to turning on the AVC-1800 or to a button stroke on its remote
control. Refer to the Setup section for details on programming the Main DC Trigger.