Acoustic Research Performance Series Home Theater System User Manual


 
RIGHT LEFT
RED GREEN BLUE
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
DVI
INPUTS OUTPUTS
OUTPUTS
SAT
ANT IN
HDTV ANT
SAT
HDMI
COMPONENT
VIDEO
IEEE1394
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
COAX
HDTV TUNER | CABLE BOX | SATELLITE RECEIVER
RIGHT LEFT
RED GREEN BLUE
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
HDMI
IEEE1394
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
COAX
DVD PLAYER
COMPONENT
VIDEO
INPUTS
RIGHT LEFT
RED GREEN BLUE
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
HDMI
IEEE1394
HDTV MONITOR
COMPONENT
VIDEO
INPUTS
OUTPUTS
RIGHT LEFT
DVD
VCR
TV SAT
AUX
DIGITAL
COAX
DIGITAL AV RECIEVER
VIDEO S-VIDEO Y PB Pr IEEE1394 HDMIOPTICAL
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
RED GREEN BLUE
HDMI
IEEE1394
DVI
COMPONENT
VIDEO
COMPONENT
VIDEO
BEST CONNECTIONS
HDMI, FIREWIRE
DVI CABLE
BETTER CONNECTIONS
COMPONENT VIDEO
DIGITAL COAX AUDIO CABLE
GOOD CONNECTIONS
STEREO AUDIO CABLE
DIGITAL OPTICAL AUDIO CABLE
(3)
(3)
(3,6)
(1,2)
(6)
(6)
(3)
(5)
(5)
RIGHT LEFT
VIDEO
INPUT
TV INPUT
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
JACK
CAMCORDER
COMPONENT VIDEO
Carries video signal over three individual
paths for best picture quality.
AP090 3 ft. (0.9 m)
AP091 6 ft. (1.8 m)
AP092 12 ft. (3.6 m)
A/V RECEIVER • HDTV • DVD
HDTV CABLE BOX
SATELLITE RECEIVER
BETTER
With the introduction of sophisticated components
and digital signal processing, there are multitudes of
connection options available. Each option provides you with
the opportunity to experience amazing video and audio
performance like never before. It’s really about what kind
of cable matches your component and hook-up scenario.
The Best options provide both a digital video and digital
audio signal through a single cable. Better connection
options require independent cables to provide a digital
video signal or an audio signal. And good connection
options offer you the best of an analog signal delivery.
HDMI
Carries digital audio and video signals for the
best signal integrity and performance.
AP085 6 ft. (1.8 m)
AP086 12 ft. (3.6 m)
A/V RECEIVER • HDTV • HDTV TUNER
HDTV CABLE BOX • HD DVD PLAYER
SATELLITE RECEIVER
DVI adapter available to convert inputs/
outputs. See specialty solutions.
BEST
STEREO AUDIO
Carries stereo audio signal for
best sound quality.
AP030 3 ft. (0.9 m)
AP031 6 ft. (1.8 m)
AP032 12 ft. (3.6 m)
A/V RECEIVER • HDTV
DVD • VCR
HDTV CABLE BOX
SATELLITE RECEIVER
GOOD
Footnotes
(1) DVI and Component Video cables carry video signal only. You will need a separate audio connection such as Digital Coax, Digital Optical, 5.1 Digital
Audio when available) or Analog Stereo Audio (left and right) to complete your hookup.
(2) Component Video is the best analog video connection available. The video signal is carried on three individual paths to help ensure integrity of the
signal for best picture reproduction. Use this cable when the digital HDMI or DVI connections are not available.
(3) A limited number of A/V receivers includes HDMI inputs and outputs. If your receiver does not have this connection, use Component Video cable to
carry video signal from the video source, such as a DVD player or Cable/Satellite Receiver, to your A/V receiver. You will also need a separate audio
connection such as Digital Coax or Digital Optical. If your TV supports the HDMI connection, you can run HDMI cable straight to your TV. This will
however prevent you from being able to use the A/V Receiver to switch between components.
(4) The Analog Stereo Audio (left and right) does not carry digital surround sound. You must use either a Digital Coax or Digital Optical audio cable from
your audio source (a DVD player or a Cable/Satellite Receiver for example) in order to be able to transfer digital surround sound audio signals to your
A/V Receiver.
(5) If your components support IEEE 1394 FireWire
®
connections, you can use this connection instead of HDMI. Both HDMI and FireWire
®
carry digital
audio and video data, and you will not need a separate audio connection.
(6) In case when your HDTV has DVI inputs (not HDMI) and your components have HDMI outputs (not DVI), you can still utilize your HDMI outputs on your
components and connect to DVI inputs on your HDTV via HDMI-to-DVI Adapter. Note, DVI carries only the video signal, therefore if you want sound to
come out directly from your HDTV, you will need to run a separate analog stereo audio cable from your components to your HDTV.
DIGITAL OPTICAL AUDIO
Carries digital audio signal as light.
AP080 3 ft. (0.9 m)
AP081 6 ft. (1.8 m)
AP082 12 ft. (3.6 m)
A/V RECEIVER • HDTV • DVD
HDTV CABLE BOX
SATELLITE RECEIVER • CD
DIGITAL COAX AUDIO
Carries digital audio signal through oxygen-
free copper center connector with two layers
of shielding for improved performance.
AP070 3 ft. (0.9 m)
AP071 6 ft. (1.8 m)
AP072 12 ft. (3.6 m)
A/V RECEIVER • HDTV • DVD
HDTV CABLE BOX
SATELLITE RECEIVER • CD
BESTBESTBETTER BEST
RIGHT LEFT
VIDEO
INPUT
DVI
HDMI
HDTV TUNER | CABLE BOX | SATELLITE RECEIVER OUTPUT
HDTV INPUT
RIGHT LEFT VIDEO
RIGHT LEFT
VIDEO
INPUT
TV INPUT
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO
CAMCORDER
HDMI TO DVI ADAPTER
Converts HDMI connector to be used with DVI inputs/outputs.
AP088
IEEE1394 FIREWIRE
®
CAMCORDER CABLE
4 PIN TO 6 PIN CONNECTION
For hooking up a digital camcorder to a TV or a computer.
AP406 6 ft. (1.8 m)
AUDIO/VIDEO
VIDEO
VIDEO
AUDIO
AUDIO
AUDIO
You’ve invested wisely in today’s digital high definition video components and multi-
channel digital audio components. Get the most out of your investment with a hook-up
solution tailored to your entertainment and performance expectations.
1. Identify which components you want to connect and what kinds of inputs and outputs each
component offers.
2.
Determine the level of connection you prefer and select the cables you need from the illustration below.
3. Install the cables.
4. Remember, you need to have both an audio and a video signal running from each component.
PERFORMANCE SERIES
DIGITAL HOME THEATER
HOOK-UP GUIDE
S-VIDEO CAMCORDER CABLE
MINI A/V PLUG TO RCA AUDIO AND S-VIDEO
For hooking up a camcorder or a portable DVD player to a TV or A/V receiver.
AP029 6 ft. (1.8 m)
IEEE1394 FIREWIRE
®
Provides high-speed digital audio and video
signals and data transfer.
4 pin to 4 pin AP403 6 ft. (1.8m)
AP404 15 ft. (4.5m)
6 pin to 6 pin AP409 6 ft. (1.8m)
AP410 15 ft. (4.5m)
4 pin to 6 pin AP406 6 ft. (1.8m)
A/V RECEIVER • HDTV
HDTV TUNER • HD DVD PLAYER
HDTV CABLE BOX
SATELLITE RECEIVER
SPECIALTY
SPECIALTY
SPECIALTY
SPECIALTY
AUDIO/VIDEO
SPECIALTY
5.1 DIGITAL AUDIO
CABLE
Carries six surround sound audio
channels (front left, front right,
rear left, rear right, center and a
subwoofer) on 6 individual cables
for best signal transfer and audio
reproduction.
Allows for separate amplification of
individual channels.
AP036 6 ft. (1.8 m)
IDEAL FOR HOOKING UP A
SACD OR DVDA PLAYER TO
AN A/V RECEIVER.
DVI
Carries digital video signal. Supports high-
definition video formats (HDTV) including
720P and 1080I.
AP097 6 ft. (1.8 m)
AP098 12 ft. (3.6 m)
A/V RECEIVER • HDTV
HDTV TUNER • HD DVD PLAYER
HDTV CABLE BOX
SATELLITE RECEIVER
COMPOSITE VIDEO CAMCORDER CABLE
MINI A/V PLUG TO RCA AUDIO AND VIDEO
For hooking up a camcorder or a portable DVD player to a TV,
an A/V receiver or a VCR.
AP026 6 ft. (1.8 m)
KEY
Select the level of connection(s) you prefer (best, better, good) to
create a video and audio connection between each component.
This hook-up guide represents virtually all possible audio and video
connections, utilizing different performance cables. You will need
one audio and video connection between components. Choose your
connections based on desired performance of your home theater.
See other side for surround sound speaker connections.