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REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS AND CONTROLS continued

12V Trigger Loop Jack 

The 12V Trigger Loop jack lets you “daisy-chain” the incoming trigger voltage to an additional 
Ztuner v.2 or other component.

Note

: The total load on your preamp or controller’s trigger output is the sum of the current 

drawn by the trigger circuits of each of the components you’ve linked together.

RS-232 Control Jack

This is a DB9 serial port which accepts RS-232 
commands from your house system controller or 
computer. This serial port also has full feedback for 
complete Ztuner v.2 status. Every function of the 
Ztuner v.2 operations and status can be accessed 
with the RS-232 Control Jack.
The RS-232 programming guide is included on  
a separate sheet and are also available on our  
website, www.parasound.com. 

Region Switch

Set this switch for the region where you live. Tuning increments in the USA position (North 
America) are 200 kHz for FM and 10 kHz for AM. Tuning increments in the EU position (Europe, 
UK, Scandinavia) are 100 kHz for FM and 9 kHz for AM. 

Zone 1 2 3 4 Switch

You can select different remote command codes to control up to four Ztuner v.2s independently 
with the same wireless remote control system. Set the Zone switch to the number 1-4 that 
corresponds to the zone you programmed with the remote control handset (see Remote 
Control). When you turn on the Ztuner v.2 after you move the Zone switch the display will 
briefly flash ZONE CHANGE with the zone number you just selected. If the switch on the 
back of the Ztuner v.2 and the remote handset are not set to the same zone, the display will 
flash the current settings.

Notes

- The factory settings for the Zone switch and remote handset are 1.
- The Zone switch should only be changed when the Ztuner v.2 is turned off.
-  Please note that the power On and Off buttons on the remote handset are dependent on  

the Zone setting for the Zpre2. Therefore you must ensure that you have programmed the 
remote so that both the Ztuner v.2 and Zpre2 are set to the same zone. See page 11 for  
more information on programming your remote control. 

AC Line Cord

The AC cord supplied with your Ztuner v.2 should be connected directly to an un-switched AC 
wall outlet or power strip that is always “live.” Connect the AC cord only after you have  
connected the antenna wires and audio cables.

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Summary of Contents for Ztuner v.2

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Page 2: ...g power outlet If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug 11 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them 12 Lightning Unplug the unit from the wall outlet for added protect...

Page 3: ...ements 5 Rack Mounting 5 Rear Panel Connections and Controls 6 Front Panel Display and Controls 9 Remote Control Handset 11 Maintenance 13 Typical Problems and Remedies 13 If You Require Assistance 14 Repairs Return Authorization and Shipping 14 Warranty Repair 14 Specifications 15 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 ...

Page 4: ...gger wire with a 2 5mm plug on one end and a 3 5mm plug on the other FM antenna flexible dual wire folded dipole FM antenna 300 Ω to 75 Ω balun transformer connector AM loop antenna 2 page RS 232 programming guide Please inspect the unit now and contact your Parasound Dealer promptly if you see evidence of shipping damage Save the carton and packing inserts in case you move or in the event you nee...

Page 5: ...ll develop around any heat producing equipment Therefore a ventilation fan is highly rec ommended Allow a few inches of empty space on each side and above the unit and try to avoid crowding or stacking the Ztuner v 2 tightly between other components A ventilation fan is also recommended where other heat producing equipment must be mounted close to the Ztuner v 2 Do not place the unit on carpeting ...

Page 6: ...eceptacle If you use flat 300 Ω twin lead antenna wire use the balun adapter as described above Cable Transmission Most cable companies transmit FM stations as well as TV Check with your local cable company about the availability of FM stations The quality of FM radio varies widely among cable operators Your Ztuner v 2 connects the same way as a second television Use a TV FM signal splitter not in...

Page 7: ...abled and the Ztuner v 2 must be turned on and off manually with the Power button on its front panel or by the remote handset Auto position When the Man Auto switch is set to its Auto position the Ztuner v 2 is turned on and off with an external 9 to 12 volts from your controller or preamplifier When the external voltage ceases the Ztuner v 2 will turn off immediately The Auto switch position disa...

Page 8: ...n select different remote command codes to control up to four Ztuner v 2s independently with the same wireless remote control system Set the Zone switch to the number 1 4 that corresponds to the zone you programmed with the remote control handset see Remote Control When you turn on the Ztuner v 2 after you move the Zone switch the display will briefly flash ZONE CHANGE with the zone number you jus...

Page 9: ...s last turned on or if its AC power was interrupted it will next display ZONE CHANGE with the new zone number 1 4 If you changed the Region setting since the Ztuner v 2 was last used it will next display REGION CHANGE and the new US or EU setting The display will then show the following information For example MAX20 or MAX 8 indicate the maximum number of presets you have made available with the P...

Page 10: ...rols the three functions of the Tune up and down buttons Preset Tune Whenever PRESET appears the Tune up and Tune down buttons select only preset stations Note This will select among 20 or only the preset stations according to what you set the Maximum preset number to using the Pre Max on the remote control handset Whenever PRESET appears the Tune up and Tune down buttons select the preset station...

Page 11: ...nds like this In this example the Ztuner v 2 Zone switch is set to Zone 3 and the remote handset is programmed for Zone 1 The remote is unable to control the unit Please remember that the Power ON and OFF buttons on the remote is determined by the zone settings for the Zpre2 To use the ON and OFF buttons set the Zpre2 zone on the remote to the same number as the rear panel Zone switch The Zpre2 po...

Page 12: ...d key If you don t press any number keys in this time no new preset station will be entered Pre Max Preset Maximum Key This key enables you to restrict the total number of preset stations so you can find your favorite stations more quickly when tuning the presets To set the maximum number of preset first press the Pre Max key and then a number between 1 and 20 AM and FM can have a separate number ...

Page 13: ...forth to MONO Station is too weak to receive in stereo Press Mono button to enforce mono Poor AM Reception AM stations are more susceptible to interference from home appliances and electrical storms Inadequate antenna Use a longer wire Try repositioning it in different directions Static Interference from light dimmers or home appliances Could be poorly grounded AC house wiring Call electrician Sta...

Page 14: ...ur purchase receipt is from a Parasound Authorized Dealer or Parasound Authorized Reseller Units Will Be Refused by Parasound Under the Following Conditions 1 Unit was sent without the Parasound assigned RA number marked on the carton 2 Unit was sent in an unsuitable shipping carton likely to have been damaged in transit 3 Unit has inadequate packing unit likely to have been damaged in transit 4 U...

Page 15: ...Hz 2 dB Total Harmonic Distortion FM Mono 0 08 FM Stereo 0 18 Total Harmonic Distortion AM 0 5 Capture Ratio 1 5 dB AM Suppression 60 dB AC Power Consumption 20 watts 12V Trigger Current Requirement 15 mA Dimensions 91 2 Wide 10 Deep with connectors 2 High with feet 13 4 panel only 241 x 254 x 50mm 44 1mm panel only Net and Shipping Weight 4 lbs 1 83 kg 6 7 lbs 3 1 kg Rack Mount Accessories May be...

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