17 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS
Installation and Connections
External Audio Power Amplifier
Connections
If desired, the AVR 7000 may be connected to
optional, external audio power amplifiers or
used with equalizers or speaker systems that
require connection between the preamp and
amplifier sections of a receiver.
To make these connections, remove the jumpers
that connect the Preamp Out jacks fl and
Amplifier In jacks ⁄ for the channels to be
used with external devices. Store the jumpers in
a safe place so that the AVR may be used in its
normal mode at a future date, if desired.
When an external amplifier is used, connect the
Preamp Out jacks fl to the inputs on the
amplifier. When an equalizer or speaker proces-
sor is used, connect the Preamp Out jacks fl
to the inputs of the processor, and connect the
outputs of the processor back to the Amplifier
In jacks ⁄ on the AVR. Note that when exter-
nal amplifiers or devices are used, the volume
control is still controlled by the AVR, although
additional volume controls on the external
device may impact the volume settings and out-
put levels from the AVR.
External Audio Decoder Connection
To provide for ultimate flexibility, the AVR 7000
may be used in conjunction with optional,
external decoders for digital audio systems
other than the AVR 7000’s own built-in Dolby
Digital and DTS decoding system or with DVD
players using the DVD Audio Format. If an
external decoder is used, connect the output
jacks of the decoder to the 6-Channel Direct
inputs £, making sure to match channels.
These jacks may also be used for connections to
devices such as DVD players or High Definition
Television (HDTV) sets or decoders that feature
built-in digital surround decoders. Although the
digital decoding system in the AVR 7000 will typi-
cally provide audio performance that is superior
to other decoders, you may use these jacks to
provide an additional 6-channel input for connec-
tion to a DVD player or HDTV set with a built-in
decoder and discrete 6-channel analog outputs.
AC Power Connections
This unit is equipped with three accessory AC
outlets. They may be used to power accessory
devices, but they should not be used with high-
current draw equipment such as power ampli-
fiers. The total power draw to each outlet may
not exceed 100 watts.
The Switched ‹ outlets will receive power
only when the unit is on. This is recommended
for devices that have no power switch or a
mechanical power switch that may be left in
the “ON” position.
NOTE: Many audio and video products go into
a Standby mode when they are used with
switched outlets, and cannot be fully turned on
using the outlet alone without a remote control
command.
The Unswitched ¤ outlet will receive power
as long as the unit is plugged into a powered
AC outlet.
Finally, when all connections are complete, plug
the power cord into a nonswitched 120-volt AC
wall outlet.You’re almost ready to enjoy the
AVR 7000!
