Important Safety Precautions and Explanation of Symbols ! ! The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important installation, operation, and service instructions in this manual. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltages within the enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock to the user.
! Only replace the fuse(s) in the SR-8100 with a fuse(s) of proper value and voltage rating. The SR-8100 should only be cleaned as directed in the manual. Avoid spraying liquids directly onto the SR-8100 and NEVER spray liquids into the vents. Care should be taken so that small objects do not fall into the inside of the SR-8100. You should seek service for your SR-8100 by qualified service personnel if any of the following occur: 1. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged. 2.
FCC Interference Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
SR-8100: User Manual SR-8100 7.1 Channel AV Receiver Contents Important Safety Precautions and Explanation of Symbols The Sherbourn SR-8100.............................................................................2 About This Manual.......................................................................................2 Mechanical and Environmental...................................................................3 Features..................................................................................
SR-8100: User Manual The Sherbourn SR-8100 Thank you for choosing the Sherbourn SR-8100 7.1 Channel Home Theater Receiver. The SR-8100 combines incredibly fast, clean video switching, all the latest surround sound decoding modes, true audiophile sound quality, an intuitive, easy to use menu structure, and seven channels of superb quality amplification to give you the ultimate performance attainable today in a home theater receiver.
SR-8100: User Manual Mechanical and Environmental Dimensions: 17” wide x 4” high x 16.5” deep (includes feet, connectors, no rack kit); 22” wide x 8.5” high x 21” deep (boxed) Weight: 25 lbs / 12 kg (unboxed); 34 lbs / 16 kg (boxed) Rack mountable: Yes (rack mount kit included) Power requirements: 115 VAC or 230 VAC +/- 10% @ 50 / 60 Hz (auto selected) Ventilation and cooling: To avoid overheating, be sure to provide adequate clearance and ventilation.
SR-8100: User Manual Features The Sherbourn SR-8100 is a reference-caliber home theater receiver with high-performance audio and video processing and seven channels of audiophile quality Class A/B amplification. The SR-8100 provides plenty of audio and video inputs for most video enthusiasts, supports all the latest surround sound decoding options, and delivers enough power to drive most speakers to satisfying levels in a typical small-to-medium home theater.
SR-8100: User Manual Controls and Connectors Front Panel - Controls and Indicators 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1. Input Selector (rotary encoder) Turn this to quickly select between configured inputs; once the correct input is selected, press it to “lock in” your choice. Note: The Input Selector can only select between inputs that are enabled. To access inputs which are not enabled, you must use the Input Menu. 2.
SR-8100: User Manual 8. Headphone Jack Connect any standard pair of stereo headphones for high-quality personal listening. When you plug in a pair of headphones, the main volume is automatically muted. 9. Volume Control The Volume Control on the SR-8100 is a rotary encoder that instructs the digitally controlled analog resistor ladder network volume control. (The dot on the knob does not indicate the volume setting.
SR-8100: User Manual Rear Panel FM AM ANTENNAS SUB OUT SBL/SBR SBL ZONE 2 BACK CHNL L R MIX AN 1 L AN 2 L SL R AN 4 ZONE 2 AN 3 STEREO IN R FL FR SL CNT IN FL SBL SBR OUT IR SR SUB 7.1 ANALOG IN L R ZONE 3 1 CO 1 OPT1 2 TRIGGER OUT 7.
SR-8100: User Manual Rear Panel - Control and Antenna Connections AN 1 AN 2 AN 3 AN 4 FL SL CNT SBL 220V CO 1 L RS232 CONTROL HDMI 1 R FM OPT1 SUB OUT SBL/SBR ZONE 2 BACK CHNL FR STEREO IN SR SUB 7.1 ANALOG IN IN L MIX R SBL AM 115V CO 2 L ZONE 2 R OUT L R ZONE 3 SL IR HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI OUT/ARC DIGITAL IN 1 2 TRIGGER OUT FL USB CNT ANTENNAS HDMI 2 OPT2 SBR FR SR SBR 7.1 OUT IN FM OUT 1 2 RS232 CONTROL IR TRIGGER OUT AM ANTENNAS 1 2 3 4 5 1.
SR-8100: User Manual Rear Panel - Power Connections AN 1 AN 2 AN 3 AN 4 FL SL CNT SBL 220V CO 1 L RS232 CONTROL HDMI 1 R FM OPT1 SUB OUT SBL/SBR ZONE 2 BACK CHNL AM 115V CO 2 FR STEREO IN SR SUB 7.1 ANALOG IN IN L MIX SBL R L ZONE 2 R L R ZONE 3 SL ANTENNAS SBR OUT IR HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI OUT/ARC OPT2 DIGITAL IN 1 2 TRIGGER OUT FL USB CNT FR SR SBR 7.1 OUT 1 220V 115V 2 3 1.
SR-8100: User Manual Rear Panel - Video Inputs and Outputs (HDMI) AN 1 AN 2 AN 3 AN 4 FL SL CNT SBL 220V CO 1 L RS232 CONTROL HDMI 1 R FM OPT1 SUB OUT SBL/SBR ZONE 2 BACK CHNL AM 115V CO 2 FR STEREO IN SR SUB 7.1 ANALOG IN IN L MIX R SBL ANTENNAS L ZONE 2 SL R L R ZONE 3 SBR OUT IR HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI OUT/ARC OPT2 DIGITAL IN 1 2 TRIGGER OUT FL USB CNT FR SR SBR 7.1 OUT HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 4 1 HDMI OUT/ARC 2 1.
SR-8100: User Manual Rear Panel - Audio Inputs (Analog and Digital) AN 1 AN 2 AN 3 AN 4 FL SL CNT SBL 220V CO 1 L RS232 CONTROL HDMI 1 R FM OPT1 SUB OUT SBL/SBR ZONE 2 BACK CHNL FR STEREO IN SR SUB 7.1 ANALOG IN IN L MIX R L ZONE 2 SBL AM 115V CO 2 R SL L R ZONE 3 SBR OUT IR HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI OUT/ARC DIGITAL IN 1 2 TRIGGER OUT FL ANTENNAS HDMI 2 OPT2 USB CNT FR SR SBR 7.1 OUT AN 1 AN 2 AN 3 AN 4 FL SL CNT SBL L R STEREO IN 1 FR SR SUB 7.
SR-8100: User Manual Rear Panel - Main Audio Outputs (Analog) 1 SUB OUT AN 1 AN 2 AN 3 AN 4 FL SL CNT SBL 220V CO 1 L RS232 CONTROL HDMI 1 R FM OPT1 SUB OUT SBL/SBR ZONE 2 BACK CHNL AM SBL 115V CO 2 FR STEREO IN SR SUB 7.1 ANALOG IN IN L MIX R L ZONE 2 R SL SBR OUT L R ZONE 3 IR HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI OUT/ARC DIGITAL IN 1 2 TRIGGER OUT FL USB CNT ANTENNAS HDMI 2 OPT2 FR SR SBR 7.1 OUT SBL SL FL CNT FR SR SBR 7.1 OUT 2 1.
SR-8100: User Manual Rear Panel - Zone and Mix Audio Outputs (Analog) AN 1 AN 2 AN 3 AN 4 FL SL CNT SBL 220V CO 1 L RS232 CONTROL HDMI 1 R FM OPT1 SUB OUT SBL/SBR ZONE 2 BACK CHNL FR STEREO IN SR SUB 7.1 ANALOG IN IN L MIX R L SBL AM 115V CO 2 ZONE 2 R L R ZONE 3 SL SBR OUT IR HDMI 3 HDMI 4 HDMI OUT/ARC DIGITAL IN 1 2 TRIGGER OUT FL ANTENNAS HDMI 2 OPT2 USB CNT FR SR SBR 7.1 OUT SBL/SBR ZONE 2 BACK CHNL 1 L MIX R L 2 ZONE 2 R 3 L R ZONE 3 4 1.
SR-8100: User Manual Remote Control HDMI 3 HDMI 4 B ON/OFF FREQ+ CH+ AM/FM FREQ- CH - DIM ENTER TE EXIT + Z2 + VOL - Z3 B SUR SUR SUBTITLE AUDIO - SUB CEC CTR 1. Standby Button Press this button when the SR-8100 is On to return it to Standby Mode. 2.
SR-8100: User Manual 5., 8. Return and Exit Navigation Buttons Used to exit a screen or move up a level in some menus. (Refer to the hints along the bottom of the OSD if you’re not sure which button to use in a given situation.) 6., 14. Enter Navigation Button and Navigation Ring Use the Enter Button, and the Up, Down, Left, and Right controls on the Navigation Ring for navigating the front panel and on-screen menus. 7.
SR-8100: User Manual 17. Zone 2 and Zone 3 Buttons These buttons are used to control the audio being sent to the Zone 2 and Zone 3 outputs. When you press the Zone 2 or Zone 3 button, the remote control will temporarily control that zone.
SR-8100: User Manual Zone Operation SBL/SBR Speaker Function Switch The SR-8100 has seven channels of audiophile quality Class A/B amplification. If the SR-8100 is configured as a 7.1 channel receiver, all seven channels are used to power the set of seven surround sound speakers in the main zone. (Press the button IN to select this configuration.
SR-8100: User Manual Configuration and Operation Configuring Inputs The SR-8100 allows any input connector to be assigned to any input source using the Input Setup configuration screen. Menus The SR-8100 is configured using a set of easy-to-use menus. When you first access the menu system using either the Menu button on the SR-8100 front panel or the remote control, the menu will open displaying one of the five main menu screens (Input, Mode, Parameter, Zone, or Setup).
SR-8100: User Manual Menu Tree MENU Input Mode Input Config Playback Parameter Tuner Setup Input Setup Remote Hot Key Zone Speaker Setup Size / Crossover Setup Auto Room EQ Noise Test Option Speaker Distance Load Default Version Page 19 LFE Level
SR-8100: User Manual Input Menu On the Input Menu, use the Up and Down navigation keys to choose an input; press Enter to select the input (make it active). Note: You will NOT be able to access inputs that are NOT Enabled on the Setup / Input Config / Input Setup Submenu from this menu. Note: If a video input source is already selected, and you then select an audio-only input source, the previously selected video will continue to play along with the new audio.
SR-8100: User Manual Mode Menu The Mode Menu will allow you to select which mode to use to decode your current input source. The SR-8100 will normally select the “best” mode that is appropriate for the particular program source you have selected. You may manually choose a different decoder mode - but will be limited to those modes that are valid for the input format currently being received (for example, you cannot choose Dolby Digital mode for an analog input signal).
SR-8100: User Manual Parameter Menu The Parameter Menu allows you to adjust several settings, including the levels of each set of speakers. Changes made to speaker levels on this menu are temporary and will not be stored when the SR-8100 is turned Off. If you wish to make changes to speaker levels that will be retained between sessions, use the Setup / Speaker Setup / Noise Test Submenu.
SR-8100: User Manual Zone Menu The Zone Menu is used to configure the additional audio zones (Zone 2 and Zone 3). For each zone, the zone may be enabled (On) or disabled (Off), the default Volume level may be set, and the default program source may be selected. Either extra zone may be configured to play either the source currently selected in the main zone or a different source, but not all choices are valid for both zones.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup Menu (main setup menu) The Setup Menu is used to access most of the configuration options on the SR-8100.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / Input Config Submenu The Setup / Input Configuration Submenu is used to access most of the configuration options on the SR-8100 related to input selections and configuration of the hot keys on the remote control. Trigger 1 Mode and Trigger 2 Mode allow you to configure whether each trigger is activated by specific inputs or specific zones.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / Input Config / Tuner Setup Submenu The Setup / Input Configuration / Tuner Setup Submenu is used to configure the tuner settings and memory presets for the SR-8100.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / Input Config / Input Setup Submenu The Setup / Input Configuration / Input Setup Submenu is used to configure various parameters for each input on the SR-8100, including the audio and video source for each, the input name, an individual audio input trim level for each input, an individual LipSync delay time for each input, and which triggers are activated when the input is chosen.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / Input Config / Remote Hot Key Submenu The Setup / Input Configuration / Remote Hot Key Submenu is used to configure which input is associated with which hot key on the remote control. The Bluetooth hot key (the one with the “B” symbol) is pre-configured and cannot be changed.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / Playback Submenu The Setup / Playback Submenu allows you to configure which decoder mode is used by default to decode each different type of source signal. Here you can configure which default mode the SR-8100 will use to decode each type of input source when it is received. If you set any of these to Last Used, then the SR-8100 will use the last mode you manually selected to decode this particular type of input signal as its default mode for that type.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / Speaker Setup Submenu The Setup / Speaker Setup Submenu allows you to access the menus on the SR-8100 for configuring speaker sizes and crossovers, levels, and distances. Note: The Sherbourn Advanced Room Correction System will automatically select optimal values for the size, crossover point, distance, and level of each speaker.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / Speaker Setup / Size & Crossover Submenu The Setup / Speaker Setup / Size & Crossover Submenu allows you to configure the speaker size for each set of speakers (Small or Large). For speakers set to Small, you may then configure a crossover point and crossover slope for each set. If FvH is set to Large or Small, then the SBL and SBR Main Speaker Outputs will be assigned as Front Vertical Height speakers.
SR-8100: User Manual Enhanced Bass is a special function intended to enhance the bass capabilities of systems with both Large front speakers and a subwoofer. When enhanced Bass is set to On, bass frequencies from the front channels are also sent to the subwoofer (even if the front speakers are set to Large). Note: To configure the SR-8100 as a “regular 7.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / Speaker Setup / Noise Test Submenu The Setup / Speaker Setup / Noise Test Submenu allows you manually adjust (trim) the level for each speaker individually. As each speaker is selected, a test tone (modified pink noise) is played from that speaker. These controls may be used simply to apply a minor adjustment to one or more speakers “by ear”. You may also use a sound level meter or real time audio analyzer to match the levels of each of your speakers.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / Speaker Setup / Speaker Distance Submenu The Setup / Speaker Setup / Speaker Distance Submenu allows you manually adjust the distance from each speaker to your chosen seating position. Note: If your preferred seating area is large, measure the distance from each speaker to the center of the overall listening area.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / Speaker Setup / LFE Level Submenu The Setup / Speaker Setup / LFE Level Submenu allows you manually trim the subwoofer LFE level for each different type of input signal. (You could use this adjustment, for example, to set the subwoofer to play 1 dB quieter for all Dolby Digital movies, and 3 dB quieter for all 7.1 channel analog inputs.) The range of these trim controls is from 0 dB to -10 dB.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / Auto Room EQ Submenu The Setup / Auto Room EQ Submenu is used to initiate the Sherbourn Advanced Room Correction System, and to select which equalization curve is in effect. When the Sherbourn Advanced Room Correction System is run, it will create and save one room equalization curve. In addition, you may manually create up to three additional room equalization curves.
SR-8100: User Manual Sherbourn Advanced Room Correction System™ The Sherbourn Advanced Room Correction System sends a series of test signals through your speakers, measures the results with the (included) calibrated microphone, and configures the SR-8100 to make your system sound its best. Even though the actual operation of the Sherbourn Advanced Room Correction System is very sophisticated, it is very simple to use and will deliver excellent results without manual tweaking in most situations.
SR-8100: User Manual • If you rearrange your furniture, move your speakers, or add or remove reflective or sound absorbing wall hangings (like big pictures or tapestries), you should re-run the Sherbourn Advanced Room Correction System for best results. • If you purchase new speakers, or change adjustments on your speakers or other equipment (like the level controls on your tweeters or amps), you should run the Sherbourn Advanced Room Correction System again.
SR-8100: User Manual Notes (about setting subwoofers): Since the Sherbourn Advanced Room Correction is controlling the bass management for your subwoofer, it is usually optimum to set your sub itself to “flat”. If your subwoofer has a phase setting, you should set it to “0 degrees” or “normal” (and not “inverted”). If your sub has a built-in crossover that cannot be disabled, then set it to the highest allowed crossover point.
SR-8100: User Manual The Sherbourn Advanced Room Correction System™: How it works. For the technically inclined, here is a brief explanation of how the Sherbourn Advanced Room Correction System works: The first set of tones you hear (the ones that get progressively louder) are used to set an appropriate level at which to run the test. The next set of tones are used to determine the individual level, phase, and distance of each speaker. This is done three times, and the results averaged, to minimize errors.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / EQ Submenus (Auto / Manual 1 / Manual 2 / Manual 3) The Setup / EQ Submenus are used to manually configure the parametric equalizers in the SR-8100. The SR-8100 offers three separate “EQ banks” - named Manual 1, Manual 2, and Manual 3. For each of the three Manual EQ banks, you can configure separate EQ settings for each individual channel (speaker). The main channels each provide 11 bands of parametric equalization, and the subwoofer channels each provide 3 bands.
SR-8100: User Manual WIth the old style “graphic equalizer”, you were given ten (usually) separate frequency controls, each of which worked like a tone control (you could turn that band either up or down in level). A parametric equalizer is infinitely more flexible. For each channel in each EQ bank you are given eleven control bands. For each control band, you may choose the center frequency (Fc), how narrow or wide a range of frequencies is affected (Q), and then finally the level for that band.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / Option Submenu The Setup / Options Submenu is used to configure the CEC control options, OSD display options, and Video on Standby feature on the SR-8100. The OSD Depth setting configures the opacity for the Popup OSD menu. The OSD Pop Up setting configures whether the main OSD Popup Menu is active or not (the small popup that momentarily displays sample rate and decoder status cannot be disabled).
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / Load Default Submenu The Setup / Load Default Submenu is used to return the SR-8100 to factory default settings (and is also used to clear the SR-8100’s data and configuration buffers after a firmware update). Selecting Load Default and confirming the action will delete ALL user configuration settings from the SR-8100 and return it to the configuration it had when received from the factory.
SR-8100: User Manual Setup / Version Submenu The Setup / Version Submenu displays the versions of the various firmware modules in the SR-8100.
SR-8100: User Manual Example Input Configuration The following is an example of how you might choose to configure your SR-8100. In the example, we will be configuring a typical 7.1 surround system, with seven speakers and a powered sub, and a Blu-Ray player and Cable Box as the video and audio sources. The Cable Box is connected to HDMI 1 input, and the Blu-Ray player is connected to the HDMI 2 input. Both input devices, and our monitor, support HD.
SR-8100: User Manual Connectivity • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 4 – HDMI 1.4 inputs with 3D and CEC support. 1 – HDMI 1.4 output with ARC support. 4 – Line inputs (unbalanced, stereo). 1 – 7.1 channel input (7 channels plus sub, unbalanced). 1 – Integrated Bluetooth receiver. 2 – zone audio outputs (unbalanced, stereo). 1 – audio out (mix out, unbalanced, stereo). 4 – digital audio inputs (2 - optical Toslink; 2 - coax). 1 – USB input for SW upgrade only. 2 – Antenna inputs, AM and FM.
SR-8100: User Manual Care and Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Your SR-8100 requires no periodic maintenance or calibration. Cleaning your SR-8100 • • If necessary, the SR-8100 should be cleaned gently with a soft rag. If something sticky gets on the front panel or case of the SR-8100, it should be cleaned with a mild cleaning solution applied to a soft rag, followed by wiping with a clean rag dampened with plain water and drying with a soft dry rag or cloth.
SR-8100: User Manual Installing the Rack Mount Kit SR-8100 Top REMOVE THESE SCREWS SR-8100 Right Side The SR-8100 includes a rack mount kit, which consists of two rack mount brackets (ears) and several replacement screws. The brackets are mirror-opposites, and are installed with the small support tab extending under the chassis of the SR-8100, and the mounting “ears” towards the front of the SR-8100. The feet may be removed from the SR-8100 when rack mounting if desired.
SR-8100: User Manual Troubleshooting Problem: No power; Standby LED on the front panel of the SR-8100 is not lit. • • Verify that your power source is operating correctly. Verify that the Power switch on the rear panel of the SR-8100 is turned On. Problem: No video. • • • Verify that your source component and TV or monitor work (connect them together directly). Check your HDMI cables and connectors. Verify that you have the correct Input selected on the SR-8100. Problem: No audio with a video source.
SR-8100: User Manual Sherbourn Technologies, LLC Limited Warranty What does this warranty cover? Sherbourn Technologies, LLC (“Sherbourn”) warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty is subject to revision at any time.
SR-8100: User Manual PRODUCTS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY. How do you get service? In order to make a claim under the warranty, you must: 1. Call a customer service representative (“CSR”) of Sherbourn at 1-877-366-8324. Provide the CSR with a description of your problem and the serial number of the product for which the warranty claim is being made. 2.
SR-8100: User Manual Notes Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,212,872; 7,333,929; 7,392,195; 7,272,567 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS-HD, the Symbol, & DTS-HD and the Symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS-HD Master Audio is a trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved. This product is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.