K8 - Audio Amplifier T+A - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Audio Amplifier
Brand	T+A
Model	K8
Surround Sound Processing	Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, DTS Digital Surround, DTS Neo:6 and DTS 96/24
DTS-HD Compatibility	DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio
Video Input	YUV component video input
Analog Audio Input	L/R analog stereo input
Disc Compatibility	NTSC-DVD (60 Hz)
Video Playback Formats	WMV9 up to 320x132 at 30 fps
HD Video Playback	WVC1 up to 1280x720 at 24 fps (5300 kbps)
Audio Playback Formats	WMA 2-channel, 48 kHz
Laser Safety	Class 1 laser product
Licenses	Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories and DTS, Inc.
Open Source Software	Includes GNU GPL software; source code available on request
Cleaning and Maintenance	Use a soft, dry cloth; avoid liquids and sprays
Safety Instructions	Do not open the casing; laser radiation; refer servicing to qualified personnel
Spare Parts and Repairability	Genuine spare parts from T+A authorised service partners
Manufacturer Contact	T+A elektroakustik, Planckstr. 9-11, 32052 Herford, Germany
Instruction Manual	68-page user manual available in English as PDF

Frequently Asked Questions - K8 T+A

What surround sound formats are supported by the T+A K8?

The K8 supports Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, DTS Digital Surround, DTS Neo:6 and DTS 96/24.

Does the T+A K8 support high-definition DTS soundtracks?

Yes, the K8 is licensed for DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio decoding.

Which video inputs does the K8 have?

It has a YUV component video input for connecting external video sources.

Can I connect a traditional CD player or tape deck?

Yes, use the L/R analog stereo input for line-level stereo sources.

Does the K8 play DVD discs?

It supports NTSC-DVD discs, which are standard 60 Hz format DVDs.

What video file formats can be played back?

The K8 can play WMV9 up to 320x132 at 30 fps and WVC1 up to 1280x720 at 24 fps (5300 kbps).

What audio file formats can be played back?

The K8 supports WMA audio in 2-channel mode at 48 kHz.

Is the K8 safe around eyes?

Yes, it is a Class 1 laser product, safe under normal use; still do not look directly into the lens.

How should I clean the K8?

Use a soft, dry cloth; never use liquids, sprays, or abrasive products.

Where can I get spare parts or service for the T+A K8?

Contact T+A elektroakustik in Herford, Germany, or an authorised T+A service partner. The manual also contains troubleshooting and support information.

USER MANUAL K8 T+A

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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Digital Surround ES | Neo:6 | 96/24

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #'s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,003467 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, The Symbol, and Neo:6 are registered trademarks, & DTS Digital Surround, DTS 96/24 and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software, © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #'s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 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 and the Symbol are registered trademarks, &DTS-HD, DTS-HD Master Audio, and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software, © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

License Notice

This product contains software in form of object code that is partially based on free software under different licenses, especially the GNU General Public License. You can find details on this in the License Information which you should have received with this product.

If you have not received a copy of the GNU General Public License, please see http://www.gnu.org/licenses/.

For a period of three years after last distribution of this product or its firmware, T+A offer the right to any third party to obtain a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code on physical storage medium (DVD-ROM or USB stick) for a charge of 20€. To obtain such copy of the source code, please write to the following address including information about product model and firmware version: T+A elektroakustik, Planckstr. 9-11, 32052 Herford, Germany.

The GPL license and further information about Licenses can be found on the internet under this link:

http://www.ta-hifi.com/license-information

WICHTIG! VORSICHT!

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

NTSC-DVD := NTSC (60Hz)

YUV = Videoeingang

L/R = analoger Stereo-Eingang

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- video:	WMV9 up to 320x132 at 30fpsWVC1 up to 1280x720 at 24fps (5300 kbps)
- audio:	wma 2ch 48khz