User manual ADCOM GTP-500II

[. . . ] From our legendary high current amplifiers to our state-of-theart digital processors, Adcom components consistently impress even the most demanding audiences. Adcom components have won over 25 Product of the Year and Special Recognition citations from Audio Video International, 3 Diapason D'Or Awards, 7 Consumer Electronics Show Design and Engineering Awards, and have appeared on Stereophile's "Recommended Components" lists over 70 times since 1988. A reputation worth its weight in gold. ENGINEERING PASSION Every Adcom component is not only designed to reproduce the highest quality sound and picture, but to also deliver the greatest possible value. It is our engineers' passion for perfection that has enabled our components to be judged the equivalent of others costing two, three, or even five times as much. [. . . ] When the GTP-500II is plugged into the wall, current may still be flowing into the transformer. The tuner frequency changes to the new station in the preset memory of the GTP-500II. To operate the tuner: 1. Press the tuner button on the remote control once, or press the tuner button on the front panel. FM/AM Button: Toggles between AM and FM frequency bands. 2. Press the AM/FM button on the remote control or the front panel to change between AM and FM bands. Use the tune buttons on the front panel or the remote to change the tuner frequency. The new frequency will be displayed to the right of the FM or AM indicator. Press and hold either the tune buttons on the front panel or on the remote to scan continuously up or down the selected band. Press the FM mode button on the front panel to toggle between stereo and mono. If an FM station produces lots of noise or sound that cuts in and out while in stereo, use the FM mode button to switch from stereo to mono. To change a preset radio station: 1. Press and hold the mem button on the remote or the memory button on the front panel. The display will change to show the word "memory" along with a flashing number. An inadequate FM signal normally results in high levels of hiss, especially in stereo, and interference from external electrical sources. In areas of poor FM reception, the tuner section's performance can be improved by using an externally mounted FM antenna. A qualified aerial installer will be able to advise and fit a recommended aerial for your reception conditions. AM Antenna: An AM loop antenna is supplied with the GTP-500II and is required for AM reception. Test various positions for the antenna, but always ensure the loop is placed vertically for best reception. Placing the antenna close to large metal items such as metal shelves or radiators may interfere with reception. NOTE: When reception is not satisfactory using the supplied AM loop antenna alone, connection of an external antenna is recommended. The antenna cable to the loop antenna must not exceed three meters. [8] CD Analog Inputs Input for CD player (analog audio signal) or other line-level signal source. Use a twin RCA-to-RCA lead to connect the CD player's left and right `Audio Outputs' to this input. [9] Auxiliary Analog Inputs Input for any line-level signal source. Use a twin RCA-to-RCA lead to connect the CD player's left and right `Audio Outputs' to this input. [10] Tape Inputs/Outputs Connections for analog recording and playback to an audio tape recorder of any type, such as a cassette, reelreel, DAT, MD or CD-R. Using twin RCA-to-RCA leads, connect to the left and right `Audio Output' of the tape machine to the TAPE IN connectors for playback. Connect the left and right `Audio Input' of the tape machine to the TAPE OUT connectors for recording. [13] 12V DC Trigger To facilitate remote turn-on and turn-off of other components (power amplifiers, for example), this 3. 5mm mini-jack provides a constant signal (12 volts DC) whenever the GTP-500II is fully powered. When the GTP-500II is turned off (via the front panel switch) or placed in standby mode (via the [16] Power Switch The rear panel power switch should be turned off if the system will not be in use for an extended period of time. [. . . ] When calling or writing about your ADCOM product, be sure to note and refer to its serial number as well as the date of purchase and the dealer from whom it was purchased. In any communications to us, please include a daytime phone number where we may reach you. In the event the unit must be returned to our factory for service, you will be instructed on the proper procedure when you call or write for a return authorization. Under no circumstances should your unit be shipped to our factory without prior authorization, or packed in other than its original carton and fillers. [. . . ]