Arcam A/V Processor XETA 2 - Manual (Page 7)

® MONITOR OUTPUT - Connect this output to your TV’s composite video input. Most
TVs only have SCART sockets; others use a phono socket or BNC connector. You will
need a suitable lead or use an adaptor to make this connection. If in doubt consult your
dealer. Advice on SCART pin connections is given on page 11 of this handbook.
■ Note that the MONITOR OUTPUT and VCR OUT on the Xeta 2 remain active even
in standby mode, to enable unattended recordings to be made on your VCR.
FRONT PANEL FUNCTIONS
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
(These functions are also controllable via the remote control handset.)
® TAPE MONITOR - Allows you to hear the input as it is being recorded on your audio tape
deck. If you have a 3 head cassette deck, switching the TAPE MONITOR in/out will
compare input with recording simultaneously. The indicator @ above the switch will glow
green when the monitor is engaged.
@ SOURCE SWITCHES - Selects the input you wish to listen to and/ or view. The indicator
above the selected input switch will glow green.
@ VOLUME - Adjusts the volume level of all the speakers simultaneously. Press a to increase
volume, press v to decrease the volmne. It is possible to MUTE the Xeta 2 by pressing and
holding both front panel volume buttons simultaneously. To unmute simply press either the
V or A key.
@ MODE SWITCHES - Enables you to choose between Stereo, Dolby 3 Stereo and Dolby
Pro Logic. The indicator above the selected switch will glow green.
@ POWER SWITCH - Switches the Xeta 2 frill on or to standby mode. In standby mode you
can make unattended VCR recordings from an AV source onto your VCR.
■ The Xeta 2 cannot be switched on via the remote control after being manually turned off".
FRONT PANEL DISPLAYS
@ P^MOTE - This is the window for the infiia-red remote control receiver. It is not a push
button! Ensure it is not obscured or conmiands from the remote control handset will not be
received.
® FUNCTION INDICATORS - Indicate that the named functions have been selected via
the remote control (see page(s) 9, 10 for more details). The CAL (calibration) frght flashes
in SET UP MODE and hghts in normal use when centre speaker is off.
® TAPE MONITOR INDICATOR - indicates that the TAPE MONITOR is selected when
illuminated.
® INPUT INDICATORS - indicate which input is currendy selected.
® MODE INDICATORS - Indicate the current operating mode of the Xeta 2 as selected by
the mode switches.
® MUTE - Indicates that the outputs of the Xeta 2 have been muted. This will also hght on
sivitch on whilst the POWER LED is amber.
® POWER LED - Upon switching on, the POWER LED (hght emitting diode) indicator
above the POWER switch will initially glow amber. After a few seconds, it will glow green.
When the LED glows amber, the speakers are disconnected and an internal protection circuit
is activated. When the amphfier is switched into standby via the remote control, this LED
will glow amber. Switching into standby via the front panel switch will cause the LED to
glow red.
If the POWER LED flashes amber during normal use and the speaker outputs are lost,
'SPEAKER PROTECTION ACTIVE' appears on the TV screen. It may be due to the
amplifier overheating. Check tiiat the amplifier is properly ventilated. The unit should reset
within 2-3 minutes after it has cooled down.
It may also be caused by an output overload. This may be due to using the Xeta 2 at high
volumes into low impedance loudspeakers or if there is a short circuit on the loudspeaker(s)
or speaker cables (see FAULT FINDING GUIDE on page(s) 12,13 for more details).
If the fault is due to an overload of some sort the unit will not reset unless you first
disconnect the mains supply by removing the mains lead or switching the power off at the
wall socket. If the cause of the problem is not removed before restoring the power again
the protection circuitry within the Xeta 2 will reactivate on power up. If the POWER LED
continues to flash amber after carrying out the checks in the FAULT FINDING GUIDE,
switch the unit off and contact your Arcam dealer for help,
SWITCHING ON AND SET UP
So you've wired everything up, what next?
First check all connections again to make sure there are no loose wires or plugs in wrong sockets,
check your speakers for any shorts between terminals and turn the volume control down on your
main stereo amplifier. Sv^dtch your TV on and select the relevant A/V input on the TV (i.e. the
one connected to the Xeta 2). Svdtch on the amplifier that you are using to drive your front left
and right speakers.
Switch the Xeta 2 POWER on via the front panel button. Select the source that you want to hsten
to via the Xeta 2's input selectors and ensure that the source is playing.
With a video comiection from the monitor output of the Xeta 2, your TV should display "Arcam
Xeta 2 POWER ON" for about 6 seconds if the correct video input has been selected on your TV.
Increase the volmne level of the Xeta 2 and you should hear sound from the selected source coming
from your loudspeakers. Dependent on the set up you are using you may need manually to adjust
the volume control on your main amplifier in order to hear sound from the left and right channels.