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AVR280 RECEIVER The AVR280 is a high quality and high performance home cinema processor and multi-channel audio ampli?er built to Arcam’s traditional high 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. In addition to the built-in tuner, the AVR280 allows switching and volume control of seven analogue and six digital sources, making it an ideal companion for both home cinema and two-channel stereo systems. Since many of these source components are also capable of outputting high quality video signals, the AVR280 includes broadcast quality video switching for composite, S-video, component, RGB- and HDMI-video signals. There are inputs and outputs for both tape and VCR, as well as a digital output. DVD-Audio or SACD can be connected via the multi-channel input. Control of the AVR280 is either by front panel control buttons, IR remote control or an RS232 port (which also can be used to upload future software enhancements). As well as providing the audio and video being used in the main listening area, the AVR280 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 customised installation of the AVR280 in a listening room is an important process which requires care at every stage. For this reason, the installation information is very comprehensive and should be followed carefully. DIVA AVR280 RECEIVER7 x 80 watts per channel continuous power output (all channels driven)Dolby Digital EX, DTS ES, DTS24/96 and Dolby Pro Logic IIx algorithmsHDMI switching (2x inputs, 1x output)Component and RGB-C video switching to HDTV specificationVideo up conversion (Composite or S-Video to Component/RGB-C)Lip-sync adjustment of up to 220ms ensures the most realistic experienceAudiophile sound quality for both movies and musicSecond zone output with audio and videoTwo-way RS232 control portFM/AM RDS equipped tunerPerfect partner for the DiVA DV135 / DV137 DVD playersIncorporating a host of audiophile quality components and design techniques, the DiVA AVR280 is perfect for a combined movie and music system. Its feature list is perfect for mid-size cinema systems, even incorporating the latest HDMI switching for DVD players, set-top boxes or gaming systems.Movie lovers will be thrilled at the dynamic power and sound-staging the AVR280 delivers, while music enthusiasts will be enraptured by its passionate performance. Drawing heavily on the company’s FMJ AV9, DiVA AVR300 and DiVA AVR350 designs, the AVR280 excels in both performance and connectivity. More than ten years of AV design experience has gone into the AVR280. A good example of this is Arcam’s refusal to rely on audio delivery over HDMI. Arcam were one of the first companies to realize the massive sound quality compromise that this form of audio connection currently represents. While video over HDMI can be simply stunning, Arcam currently favour the higher performance Coax or Optical SPDIF connection.For control in larger systems, a full suite of Infra Red (IR) and RS232 control options make the AVR280 a perfect solution for high performance custom applications. Its power amplifier section is designed to deliver clean music power to a wide range of loudspeaker systems from sub/sats to full-blown floor-standing models or in-walls.While main output video switching features both HD compatible circuitry and up-conversion the independent Zone 2 output allows a second room to be fed with both simple audio and video. Featuring independent switching and volume control, the second room or “Zone” can be controlled via its own IR input with source components being passed on by the AVR280’s IR output.The AVR280 is designed in the UK and was manufactured in black and silverTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSAnalogue Audio80 WPC continuous power output into both 4 and 8 ohms loads, with all 7 channels drivenStereo continuous output power 100 WPC into 4 or 8 ohmsToroidal power transformer and 40,000 microfarads of reservoir capacitors ensure power reserves no matter what the program material6th and 7th channel amplifiers switchable between extended surround, front left / right for bi-amping, or Zone 2Audiophile quality components for best sound quality, including 1% metal film resistors, polypropylene film capacitors, OSCON electrolytic capacitors & double sided, through-plated fibreglass circuit BoardsMulti-channel 7.1 analogue input for DVD-A, SACD or high definition disc playersStereo direct switch bypasses and disables digital processing and ADA conversion for stereo analogue sources7 stereo analogue inputs (plus tuner); 3 tape outputs (one a tape loop)Zone 2 stereo audio, from stereo analogue inputs or internal tuner. Independent source and volume controlBuilt in FM/AM RDS stereo tuner with 30 FM and 16 AM presetsDigital AudioCrystal Semiconductors CS49400 DSP, with 24-bit fixed point double precision Dolby Digital and DTS decoding and 32-bit fixed point double precision bass management using 4 layer PCBsWolfson 24-bit 192kHz DACs, stereo ADC and electronic volume controlsDecodes Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx (including music modes), DTS 96/24, DTS-ES Discrete and Matrix 6.1, DTS Neo 66 Arcam-optimised surround effects modes for 2 channel sourcesAdjustable crossover filtering from 40 – 130 Hz in 10 Hz stepsSeparate sub woofer level settings for stereo and multi-channelBass and treble equalisers for each of 7 main channels6 assignable digital inputs, 3 co-axial, 3 optical; 1 coaxial & 1 optical outputAudio delay, adjustable from 0 – 220 ms, to compensate for processing delays in digital displaysVideo5 composite and 5 S-video inputs; 3 outputs of each type (monitor output and 2 tapes)3 100MHz bandwidth component video inputs and 1 monitor output (these may alternatively be configured to support RGB, with sync on composite video, for use with SCART devices (unique to Arcam)On screen display for all menus; may be configured as full page or as pop ups. Works on all types of standard definition analogue interlaced video outputsinterlaced video outputVideo up conversion – composite to S-video and vice versa via the monitor outputs; composite and S-video to Component or RGB-CComposite and S-video inputs assignable to “non video” audio inputs such as DVD-A / SAT (for tuner) or CD; high quality (component / RGB) inputs each assignable to any audio inputZone 2 composite video outputCustom Install featuresIndependent Zone 2 (audio + video), with fixed/variable volume & parental access control to sourcesDuplex RS-232 control and/or software updatesRC-5 remote input jacks for both zonesIR pass through for source componentsFull suite of discrete IR RC-5 codes, including separate on / off etc12 Volt triggers, on/off for zones 1 and 2 and either SCART control (video in RGB mode) or on / off and video signal sensing (component video mode)GeneralSupplied with stylish back-lit CR100 learning remote control with support for up to 7 other componentsLarge, clear 12 character dimmable VFD front panel displayGround lift switch ; User switchable between 120 and 230 Volt mains suppliesSize – 430mm wide, 433mm deep, 145mm highWeight 15.9kg, 35lbs (nett) 21.0kg, 46lbs (packed)
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