Emotiva DMC-1 Home Theater System User Manual


 
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Zone 2 does not play digital inputs
Zone 2 can play analog sources independent of what is playing in the Main Zone. It cannot play from
a digital-only source unless that input is selected and playing in the Main Zone. To play a source
such as a DVD player in Zone 2 independent of the Main Zone, make sure you connect the player’s
L/R analog audio output to the DMC-1 too.
External Amplier(s) Shut Down (Often or Prematurely)
Check the following:
Make sure each speaker’s average impedance is not less than your ampliers can safely handle.
The amplier(s) have good ventilation, no vents are covered.
Try setting all the speakers to Small, and let your subwoofers handle the heavy bass.
Check that the amplier(s) power output is a good match for your speakers. If your speakers are inecient,
consider using larger power ampliers.
Make sure all wiring is correct and there are no shorts.
DMC-1 “Locks Up” (No Response)
Unplug AC power momentarily, and press Power to turn back on
If this does not work, try the reset procedure.
Reset Procedure
The DMC-1 is a microprocessor controlled device of great complexity. Occasional power uctuations
and spikes may cause the DMC-1 to “lock up” or act strangely. The DMC-1 can be reset as follows.
On pages 90-92, write down your calibration settings, input settings, Tuner presets, and any other settings
you have made.
Press the power button to turn the unit o, or turn it o from the wall for a moment.
Press and continue to hold down the front panel Power button and the Tone DOWN button at the same
time. The DMC-1 will power on and cycle through the display. Keep holding the buttons down until
“Resetting to Factory Defaults” appears in the front panel display. When the DMC-1 has been reset, it will
shut o. Turn the DMC-1 back on and it will go to the default screen. It has now been reset. If the DMC-1
has to be reset regularly, you should invest in a good quality AC line conditioner or contact Emotiva for
technical support.
Problems Updating DMC-1 Firmware
Check that the serial cable is connected correctly between the DMC-1 and your computer’s serial port
If you have a Palm Pilot
or similar device with “HotSync™” or its equivalent, you may need to disable
this software before proceeding. This software ‘seizes’ control of a serial port on your machine and
prevents the Emotiva software from accessing that port. Use another port or disable HotSync.
For additional information regarding technical issues encountered with updating the rmware of
the DMC-1, visit the Emotiva website at www.emotiva.com.