Millennium 2.4.6 DTS Decoder/Preamp - Operations Guide ER ST MA + - TO AU AL NU MA E LF ER NT CE IM TR N OU RR SU DS K C LO ER W PO Millennium Technologies Incline Village, NV 89452-8359 Toll Free Phone Number (888) 551 - 6789 Toll Free FAX Number (888) 515 - 3456 Tech Support: (541) 683-8686 M-F 9AM - 5PM Pacific Time E-Mail: service@5point1.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ...................................................................... 4 What is DTS? .................................................................. 4 Loudspeakers, Location and Amplification ...................... 5 Features ........................................................................... 6 Installation ........................................................................ Includes six hook-up diagrams 6 Down Mix Configurations ....................
INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of the Millennium 2.4.6, a sophisticated digital sound processor/preamp designed specifically for the reproduction of DTS encoded laserdiscs, compact discs and emerging DVDs. The Millennium 2.4.6 DTS Decoder/Preamp is simple to use and easy to install in any type of existing home theater sound system. Balancing the individual channels only takes a few minutes. With the addition of the Millennium 2.4.6, you can enjoy the superior audio performance of DTS encoded 5.
LOUDSPEAKER, LOCATION & AMPLIFICATION Since 5.1 channel discrete music surround programs are mixed with full frequency and dynamic range in all channels, including the surrounds (except, of course, the LFE .1 subwoofer channel), it is recommended that you employ a minimum of four matched loudspeakers (L & R Front; L & R Rear) in your listening environment.
FEATURES Stand alone DTS Decoder /Preamp Simply connect the Millennium’s digital input to your disc player’s digital output and you now have a stand alone DTS 20 bit 5.1 channel decoder with volume control. In-line, ‘pass-through’ design The Millennium 2.4.6 can be inserted in-line between virtually any audio component where linelevel analog audio is present. It may also stand alone as a DTS Decoder/ Preamp if DTS is the only 5.1 digital format you are decoding.
MANUAL MODE Stand Alone Installation with Two Sources In this configuration the Millennium 2.4.6 is being used as both a DTS decoder and a preamp. This is par ticularly useful in dedicated DTS systems or where there are only two digital source devices.
AUTO MODE Installation with Multi-channel Receiver and Two Sources In this configuration the Millennium 2.4.6 is installed within an existing sound system that uses a multi-channel A/V Receiver. The illustration shows two digital source devices hooked up to the 2.4.6, one via a coaxial input, the other via an optical input. This installation allows you to play non-DTS encoded material, directly from the Receiver. When the material is DTS encoded all you have to do is turn on the 2.4.
AUTO MODE Installation with Multi-channel Preamp and Two Sources In this configuration the Millennium 2.4.6 is installed within an existing sound system that uses a multi-channel A/V Preamp and separate amplifiers. The illustration shows two digital source devices hooked up to the 2.4.6, one via a coaxial input, the other via an optical input. This installation allows you to play non-DTS encoded material, directly from the Preamp. When the material is DTS encoded all you have to do is turn on the 2.4.
AUTO MODE Installation with Dedicated D-to-A Converter In this configuration the Millennium 2.4.6 is installed within an existing sound system that uses a multi-channel A/V Preamp that routes all digital devices through a separate D-to-A Conver ter (DAC).It is essentially the same hook-up as that shown for installation with a Preamp on the previous page, except the Millennium 2.4.6 Digital out is routed back to the DAC's digital input.
MANUAL MODE Stand Alone Installation with “5.1 Ready” Receiver or Preamp In this configuration, the Millennium 2.4.6 is being installed into an existing system with either a Receiver or Preamp that is "5.1 Ready". A "5.1 Ready" Receiver or Preamp will provide a special DB-25 connector, which combines all outputs through one cable. For hook-up to the 2.4.6 you must obtain a cable with a DB-25 connector on one end and separate RCA connectors for patching into the 2.4.6 on the other.
MANUAL MODE Add-on Installation with “5.1 Ready” Receiver or Preamp In this configuration, the Millennium 2.4.6 is being installed into an existing system with either a Receiver or Preamp that is "5.1 Ready". In addition, this system contains a stand-alone Dolby Digital Processor. The outputs of the Dolby Digtial Processor are fed into the 2.4.6, which them sends the signal back the Receiver/Preamp via the special DB-25 connector/cable. If the connector is not available, the output of the 2.4.
DOWN MIX CONFIGURATION 12345678 Dip On The Millennium 2.4.6 can be down-mixed to accommodate two to six channel systems, using the System Configuration switches on the back panel. The factory default position is for six channels. If you are missing surround speakers or a center channel speaker, the relevant audio information may be down-mixed into your main left and right channels.
SETTING LEVELS - This section will assist you in balancing the levels on all your speakers. We’ve provided step-by step instructions for both Manual and Auto Operation. You will use the MASTER volume control and the individual trim controls on the 2.4.6’s front panel during set-up. MASTER AUTO TRIM SURROUNDS CENTER + LFE MANUAL BALANCING TIP: For the most accurate results use a sound pressure level (SPL) meter. They are readily available at your local Radio Shack®.
Automatic Mode Operation NOTE: For automatic mode operation, the Millennium 2.4.6 is hooked up for “pass through” operation. All line-level outputs from your Receiver or Preamp must be connected to at least the main input jacks of the Millennium 2.4.6, and must come from a source with DTS data. In other words, the raw DTS digital datastream must be present at the mains input (Left Front and Right Front) to the Millennium 2.4.6 in order to use this automatic mode. 1.
PLAYING DTS ENCODED MATERIAL When presented with a valid digital input signal, it takes the Millennium 2.4.6 a moment to determine whether the input is DTS encoded or not, and we want to insure that you don’t get a blast of noise from the analog inputs if it is indeed a DTS disc, so you might hear a click when playing even a non-DTS disc. The Millennium 2.4.6 automatically assumes the source is DTS, energizing its output relays whenever it senses a valid signal at the digital input port.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM SYMPTOM CAUSE CAUSE POSSIBLE CURE Nothing lights up when the power switch is in the up (on) position. Power cord not plugged in in, or power supply not plugged into an AC outlet. Firmly insert power plug connector into the rear panel. Firmly plug the transformer into wall outlet or power strip. Intermittent operation Loose or intermittent cabling. Check that all connections are secure. Replace any defective cables. Random light incident on optical digital input.
AUTO LEVEL SAMPLE LINE USER INPUT SYSTEM CONTROLLER ANALOG INPUTS/ OUTPUTS 20 BIT D-TO-A Right Front 20 BIT D-TO-A Left Front 20 BIT D-TO-A Right Surr. 20 BIT D-TO-A Left Surr.
WARRANTY Millennium Technologies provides to the original purchaser of the Millennium 2.4.6 a (1) year parts and labor warranty from the date of purchase. The above warranty is in lieu of any other warranty, whether expressed, implied or statutory, including, but not limited to, any warranty of merchantability, fitness for any particular purpose, or any warranty arising out of any proposal, specification or sample, Millennium Technologies shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages.
SPECIFICATIONS Analog I/O : 6 inputs, 6 outputs; standard RCA type connectors Coaxial digital input: 1) AES consumer standard (RCA), 0.5Vp-p/75 ohm Optical digital input: 1) TOSLINK Coaxial digital output: AES consumer standard (RCA), 0.5Vp-p/75 ohm (works with either digital input) Analog outputs: Standard line level (2Vrms at 0dB into 1K ohm (min.) load) Analog inputs: Standard line level (2Vrms at 0dB into 50K ohm (min.
