Multi-zoneZONE2 Pre-out Connections• If another power amplifier or pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 pre-out (variable orfixed level) connectors can be used to play a different program source in ZONE2 the same time (vpage55 ~ 58).• When using an S-Video cable or a video cable for connection between the AVR-988 and an input device,connect to the video connectors.RLRL"6%*03-*/*/7*%&0"6%*07*%&0"69065Monitor (ZONE2)Power amplifier(ZONE2)Input OutputInfraredretransmitterInfraredsensor Extension jack for future use.NOTE• For the audio output, use high quality pin-plug cords so that no induction humming or noise is produced.• For instructions on installing and operating separately sold devices, refer to the respective devices’operating instructions.• To conduct multi-zone playback, see “Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations” (vpage 55~ 58).Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information TroubleshootingExternal Controller• When using in combination with an RF Remote Controller (RC-7000CI, sold separately) or RF RemoteReceiver (RC-7001RCI, sold separately) two-way communication with an RF Remote Controller ispossible.The AVR-988’s status information as well as iPod can be browsed watching the RF Remote Controller’sdisplay. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the respective devices.• When used in combination with an RF Remote Controller or RF Remote Receiver, make the settings atmenu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “2Way Remote” – “Used” (vpage 32).RS-232C connectorThis connector is used for an external controller.b If you wish to control the AVR-988 froman external controller using the RS-232Cconnector, perform the operation belowbeforehand.q Turn om the AVR-988’s power.w Turn off the AVR-988’s power from the externalcontroller.e Check that the AVR-988 is in the standbymode.Trigger output jacksThe power of an external device equipped witha trigger input jack can be turned on and off inassociation with operations on the AVR-988. Fordetails, see menu “Manual Setup” – “OptionSetup” – “Trigger Out” (vpage 32).• Output: DC 12 V 150 mA MAX.Check the trigger input conditions of theconnected device.