Instruction manual

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P-2000 7.1 Channel Preamp/Processor/Tuner
Instruction Manual
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P-2000 7.1 Channel
Preamp/Processor/Tuner
Thank you for purchasing the Atlantic Technology P-2000 Preamp/Processor/
Tuner. The P-2000 combines advanced technology, superior component parts,
and very sophisticated software with a clean, user-friendly style, impeccable
audio performance and leading edge capabilities, making it the perfect foun-
dation for any music or surround sound system.
In order to receive the maximum enjoyment from your P-2000, please take
a few minutes to read this manual. It contains all of the necessary informa-
tion to set up, connect and use your new unit. This important information
will help you make certain that the unit is properly congured for operation
with the rest of the equipment in your system. This brief investment of time
will provide major dividends by making certain that your new component is
properly installed and optimized for the specics of your installation.
If you have any questions about this product, its installation or operation,
please contact us via e-mail at [e-mail]
or via telephone at 781-762-6300 during standard Eastern Time business
hours.
Important Note: The P-2000 is shipped from the factory in the
following default mode:
Output Conguration 7.1
L/R, Center, Surround Loudspeaker Size Small
All Crossovers 100Hz
After reading the rest of this manual and determining how your
system should be set up, please refer to pages 24-26 if you need to
change these settings.
If your system will be operated in less than a 7.1 channel congura-
tion, some Digital Signal Processing (DSP) modes described in this
manual will not be available to you.
P-2000 Features
Your new Preamp/Processor/Tuner is an advanced high performance audio/
video component. The P-2000 provides maximum system connection ex-
ibility with advanced surround processing technologies assuring compat-
ibility with the widest range of source material. The P-2000 features:
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Dolby Digital
®
and Dolby Digital EX
¨
Decoding*
Dolby Digital decoding delivers 5.1 discrete channels from Dolby Digital
encoded DVD, satellite, cable and HDTV sources, while the latest Dolby
Digital EX process adds an additional matrixed rear surround channel
for the ultimate home theater experience.
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Dolby Pro Logic
®
II*
The latest surround technology from Dolby Laboratory delivers
enhanced surround channel performance and a 5.1 channel surround
soundeld from regular Dolby Surround or standard stereo sources.
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DTS
®
, DTS-ES
®
and NEO:6 Decoding**
The full suite of DTS (Digital Theater Systems) surround sound decod-
ing and processing is available to provide multi-channel reproduction
from virtually any analog source as well as DTS digitally encoded
programs.
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Cirrus Extra Surround
®
The P-2000 is among the rst surround products to offer Cirrus Extra
Surround which provides enjoyable and involving 6.1 or 7.1 channel
reproduction from digital and analog sources.
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6 Digital Inputs (2 coaxial, 4 optical)
Each digital input can be assigned to a specic source unit, providing
comprehensive system connectivity.
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2 Digital Outputs (1 coaxial, 1 optical)
For use with digital recorders or distribution systems.
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High Bandwidth Component Video Switching
HDTV compatible component switching for use with digital set top
boxes and progressive scan DVD players.
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5 Composite and S-Video Inputs
High-quality video circuitry for connection to your video sources.
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9 Analog Audio Inputs with Bypass Capability
All analog audio inputs may be switched to Bypass mode for pure
analog sound, or used with the latest surround processing for further
enjoyment.
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Video Output Conversion
Video inputs are automatically converted from S-Video to composite
when using these outputs. Conversion from composite to S-Video also
takes place, however there may be some limited degradation of the signal
and we do not recommend its use.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
**Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No.5,451,942 and other
worldwide patents issues and pending.
“Dolby,” “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
©1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
© 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
“Extra Surround” is a trademark of Cirrus Logic Inc.
P-2000 Features