Theta Digital Casablanca III, Owner'S Manual

Page: 11 / 130

1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to a new world of possibilities. Casablanca III is by far the most advanced surround sound
processor/home theater controller available today. It offers the advantages of Theta’s legendary mastery in
digital signal processing and sound quality unapproachable by any other equipment.
Getting to know your Casablanca III
Despite Casablanca III’s great technical sophistication, we believe in making it as easy as possible for you to
use. We think you’ll enjoy the intuitive way the Casablanca III works. Rather than offer a frustrating
bewilderment of little used functions in constant view, vying for your attention, Casablanca III is structured
systematically by function.
The “user interface” is based on simple logic. For example, when a function button is pressed, you can
make changes within its menu(s) and press the same function button again to exit that function. (The same
button that got you in gets you back out).
This Casablanca III has been put through a rigorous and unique testing procedure that insures that it will last
for many years with minimal service requirements. This procedure includes the following:
•
All assembled circuit boards are given a thorough visual inspection and are then tested in a bench-
reference Casablanca III.
•
The tested assembled circuit boards are then installed in a new Casablanca III and the whole unit is
tested for every function and parameter.
•
The unit is put on a burn-in torture rack for 100 hours to test for any possible component failures.
•
The Casablanca III is tested on an audio analyzer for all pertinent parameters.
•
The Casablanca III is put through a final bench test wherein every possible feature, mode and
parameter is checked.
•
The unit has all remaining chassis components installed and then undergoes a complete visual
inspection, which assures that all Casablanca III’s meet visual specifications.
•
The unit is then put through a critical listening test.
Burn In Time
This unit has a break in period of about 1 week during which continuous improvement in sound quality will be
observed. It is recommended that music be played continuously through the unit during this time to expedite
the break in period.