Before you start!
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Arcam AVP700 Surround Sound Receiver.
The AVP700 is a home cinema processor built to Arcam’s quality design and manufacturing standards. It
combines high resolution digital processing with high performance audio and video components to bring
you an unrivalled home entertainment centre.
The AVP700 allows switching and volume control of seven analogue and six digital sources; additionally,
it has a built-in radio tuner. Since many of these sources are capable of putting high quality video signals
out, the AVP700 includes broadcast-quality video-switching for composite-, S-video-, component-,
RGB- and HDMI-video signals. Inputs and outputs for both tape and VCR, as well as a digital output, are
provided for your recording needs and DVD-Audio or SACD are catered for via the multi-channel input.
As well as using either the front-panel buttons or the IR-remote, the AVP700 can be controlled via the
RS232 port on the rear; the port can also be used to upload future software enhancements.
As well as providing the audio and video for the main listening area, the AVP700 allows the same, or a
different, source to be routed to a second area (called ‘Zone 2’), such as the kitchen, bedroom, lounge,
etc. Zone 2 can have full remote control over the source selection and volume in that area.
The installation of the AVP700 in a listening room is a process that requires care. For this reason, the
installation information given in this handbook is very comprehensive and should be followed.
Using this handbook
This handbook has been designed to give you all the information you need to install, connect, set-up and
use the Arcam AVP700. The supplied remote-control handset is also described.
If your AVP700 has been installed and set up as part of your Hi- installation by a quali ed Arcam
dealer, you may wish to skip the sections of this handbook dealing with installation and move directly to
the section detailing the operation of your unit. The contents listing on page 3 should help you nd the
sections of interest.
Safety
Safety guidelines are set out on page 2 of this handbook.
Many of these items are common sense precautions but, for your own safety, and to ensure that you do
not damage the unit, we recommend that you read them.
This is a class 1 product and requires an earth connection.
What’s in the box?
Please con rm that the following items are in the box when you receive it:
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Arcam AVP700 surround-sound receiver — the model number is shown on the right of the front
panel of the player;
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Arcam CR-80 remote control with 2 ‘AA’ batteries — the remote control model number is shown
on the front at the bottom of the remote control;
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FM ribbon and AM loop antennae;
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Mains power lead appropriate for the mains supply in your area;
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Product registration card and envelope.
If any of these items are missing or incorrect, please contact your Arcam dealer immediately.
Inserting the batteries into the remote control
The remote control requires 2 ‘AA’ batteries to operate.
Notes on inserting the remote control batteries
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Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such as leakage and bursting.
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Do not mix old and new batteries together.
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Do not use different kinds of battery together—although they may look similar,
different batteries may have different voltages.
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Ensure that the plus (+) and minus (—) ends of each battery match the indications in
the battery compartment.
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Remove batteries from equipment that is not going to be used for a month or more.
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When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental (or other)
regulations that apply in your country or area.
Using the remote control
Please keep in mind the following when using the remote control:
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Ensure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the remote
sensor on the AVP700. The remote has a range of about 7 metres.
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Remote operation may become unreliable if strong sunlight or uorescent light is
shining on the remote sensor of the AVP700.
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Replace the batteries when you notice a reduction in the operating range of the
remote control.
