STU-3 - Radio tuner VINCENT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL STU-3 VINCENT

Instructions for use

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we thank you for the confidence you prove in purchasing our product. It will match your high demands towards sound and manufacturing quality. Though it is understandable that you want to plug and play this product instantaneously, we encourage you to read this manual carefully before installation.

It will help you in handling and operating this machine in your system and obtaining the best possible performance, even if it was installed by your dealer.

Please follow the security precautions, though some of those things may seem obvious.

In the appendix to this manual you will find a glossary explaining some established technical terms.

If there are open questions your audio specialist dealer will help you. He also represents your contact person in case of needed warranty service or repairs after the warranty period and is interested to hear from your experiences with Vincent products.

We wish you plenty of joy with your / our product,

your Vincent-Team

Cher client,

Safety guidelines 22
Other instructions 23
Included in delivery 24
Description of the appliance 24
Remote control 27
Installation 30
Operating the appliance 32
Tips 35
Search for errors 36
Technical specifications 38
Glossary 39

english

This appliance was produced under strict quality controls. It complies with all established international safety standards. Nonetheless, the following instructions should be fully read and observed in order to prevent any hazard:

Do not open the appliance! Risk of electric shock! There are no parts in the appliance that require maintenance by the user.

Maintenance/Alterations

All equipment that is connected to the domestic mains voltage can be dangerous to the user if not handled properly. Leave maintenance work to qualified professionals. The product is only permitted for connection to AC 230Volt/50Hz, for earthed sockets and use in enclosed areas. Altering the product or manipulating its serial number voids the warranty. After a fault, leave the appliance's fuse to be replaced only by a professional with one of the same kind.

Power Cable Connection

Always pull the plug and never the power cable if you want to disconnect the appliance from the mains power. Make sure when setting up the appliance that the power cable is not squashed, severely bent or damaged by sharp edges. Do not touch the power lead with wet or damp hands. Use the power cable supplied or another one from Vincent.

Switching Off

Switch the appliance off every time before you connect or remove other components or loudspeakers, disconnect or connect it to the mains power, leave it unused for a longer period or want to clean its outside. On all amplifiers and receivers, wait approx. 1 minute after this before disconnecting or reconnecting the cable.

Moisture/Heat/Vibration

Contact of electrically operated equipment with liquids, moisture, rain or water vapour is dangerous for such equipment and the user and must be avoi

ded without fail. Take care that no liquids or objects get inside the appliance (ventilation slots etc.). It must be disconnected from the mains power immediately and examined by a professional if this happens. Never expose the appliance to high temperatures (direct sunshine) or strong vibration.

Heat Build-up

Make sure that a gap of 5cm remains around the appliance and that the surrounding air can circulate (do not install in enclosed cupboards). Vents must not be covered up.

Volume

The maximum tolerable volume is always reached well below the maximum possible setting on the amplifier. Be careful with the volume setting, therefore, in order to prevent damage to hearing. So that you do not expose yourself to high volumes unintentionally, always set to a low level before changing the input channel.

Cleaning

Pull out the power plug before cleaning the outside of the product. Whenever possible, use a soft, lint-free cloth that has been dampened. Do not use abrasives, solvents, thinners, flammable chemicals, polishes and other cleaning products that leave marks.

Batteries

Take note of the instructions for using batteries in the chapter "Remote Control".

OTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Setting up the appliance

How the system is set up has an effect on the sound quality. Therefore only place it on a suitable, stable surface. To make the most of your system's sound quality, we recommend placing the equipment on Vincent racks and not putting them on top of each other.

Old electronic equipment

This appliance is subject to the conditions set out in the European Directive 2002/96/EC. This is identified by the symbol of a crossed out waste bin on the appliance.

What this means for you as a consumer:

All old electrical and electronic equipment that is no longer used must be disposed of separately from domestic waste using places provided by the authorities. By doing so you can prevent damage to the environment and help to encourage manufacturers to produce more durable or reusable products. For further information about disposing your old appliance, please consult your local authority, waste disposal agency or the shop where you bought the product.

CE sign

This appliance complies with the current EU directives about attaining the CE mark and thus meets the requirements for electrical and electronic equipment (EMC regulations, safety regulations and regulations for low voltage equipment).

Declarations

This document was written by Andreas Böer. It is a product of Sintron Vertriebs GmbH, 76473 Iffezheim and may not be copied or distributed partly or in full without express, written consent.

Vincent is a registered trademark of Sintron Vertriebs GmbH, 76473 Iffezheim.

Vincent works continually to improve and develop its products. Therefore, the appearance and technical design of the appliance are subject to changes, as long as they are in the interest of progress.

The content of these instructions is for information purposes only. It can be changed at any time without prior notice and does not constitute any obligation on the part of the trademark's owner. The latter assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies, which may be included in these operating instructions.

Storage of the packaging

We strongly recommend that you keep the original packaging in case you need to transport the equipment again at a later date. Transport damages are mainly caused by improper packaging of the HiFi-devices. Because the original packaging fits the equipment accurately it will reduce the risk of damage if transport is necessary.

Explanation of the symbols

The lightening bolt tells you that dangerous voltages are present in the appliance, which can cause an electric shock.

This symbol brings your attention to particularly important information regarding operation and maintenance.

This symbol identifies useful information and advice about how to handle the appliance.

INCLUDED IN DELIVERY

Please check the contents of the packaging, which in addition to the appliance should contain the following accessories:

1 power cable
- 1 stereo set of RCA cables to connect the main amplifier
- 1 remote control "TU-RC3"
- 2 battery cells size AA (LR6)
1 loop antenna
1 FM (VHF) wire antenna
- this manual

DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

Despite the fact that development is constantly moving in the direction of digital audio format and towards audio video systems with an increasing number of channels, high quality stereo systems still enjoy a large degree of popularity.

STU-3 is a remote controllable FM/AM tuner from the Vincent powerLine. In his class it presents a comprehensive feature list: different RDS services, 30 station presets as well as a display with adjust

table brightness setting. Highest quality of manufacturing and maximum value for money again prove to be Vincent's virtues.

This tuner is a perfect partner for amplifiers as well as DVD players, CD players, tuners, headphone amplifiers and loudspeakers from the Vincent range. In combination with the HiFi furniture and speaker cables from the range, one can build a perfectly harmonious system.

FRONT VIEW

1. POWER

This is the main power switch for turning on and off the device. The tuner is separated from the mains voltage when switched off and cannot be set into a standby state.

2. RDS MODE

With this button the various RDS services can be displayed on the front panel or the RDS system can be switched off.

3. TUNING MODE

With this button you determine the functionality of "TUNING PRESET": make them do a manual frequency scan, an automatic search run or switch between saved stations.

4. ST/MONO

With this, one can switch over between stereo and mono reception in the operating mode "FM". It is an important option for receiving FM stations with weak signals.

5. Display

In normal operation shows either the name of the selected input channel or frequency and RDS information of the radio stationed it is tuned to. In tuner mode additional information about the operation mode is shown.

6. Number keys

Using these buttons you can input a station frequency or a preset number.

7. AM/FM

This button helps in switching over between receiving FM stations and medium wave stations (AM).

8. MEMORY

This button is required for saving a radio frequency to one of the station presets.

9. TUNING PRESET

With these buttons, a search run through the frequency band can be initiated (automatic, manual or through all station memory).

10. DIRECT: numerical frequency input

After pressing this button, a transmitter frequency can be entered by using the number buttons (6)(21), which the tuner then sets up.

11. 75Ω FM ANTENNA: VHF antenna socket

Connect a coaxial antenna cable here for FM radio reception. If there is no antenna wall socket a room antenna or the wire antenna supplied can be used.

12. LOOP ANTENNA:

Socket for the AM antenna

Connect the loop antenna supplied or an outdoor antenna here if you require medium wave reception.

13. OUTPUT: Stereo Audio Output

Via this high-level output, the tuner is connected to an amplifier, preamplifier etc..

14. FUSE: Fuse holder

This small plastic housing holds the fuse. Refer to the security precautions.

15. AC 220-240V: Power Connector

To establish the power supply, connect the plugs of the power cable to the device and to a suitable wall outlet.

REMOTE CONTROL

Point the front of the remote control directly at the front of the appliance, making sure there are no objects between the remote control and the appliance.

The distance between the remote control and the appliance should not be more than 7m as the reliability of the remote control is affected beyond this range.

Make sure that you do not point the remote control at an angle to the appliance, as beyond an angle of ± 30^ to the centre axis the appliance may not respond as well to the remote control.

Change both batteries if the distance at which the remote control can be used effectively decreases.

BATTERIES

Using batteries

Handling batteries incorrectly can cause battery acid to escape or an explosion in extreme cases. The batteries must be correctly inserted taking note of the polarity, which is marked in the inside of the battery compartment.

In order to make full use of the batteries' life, do not mix new and used batteries. Make sure that you insert batteries of the same type.

Some batteries are rechargeable, others are not however. Take note of the precautions and instructions that are included on all batteries.

Remove the batteries if the remote control is not going to be used for a long time.

Under no circumstances must batteries be short-circuited, taken apart or heated up.

For environmental reasons, used batteries should be disposed of in accordance with local environmental regulations and not put with domestic waste.

Only use AA (LR6) size batteries.

Changing/Inserting batteries:

a) Open and close the battery compartment cover of the remote control by pushing this cover on the backside of the remote control in the direction of the arrow marked on it and then removing it.

b) If necessary, remove used batteries and insert new ones correctly as shown by the diagram in the battery compartment.

c) Put the compartment cover back on and close the battery compartment.

BUTTONS OF THE REMOTE CONTROL

BUTTONS OF THE REMOTE CONTROL

16. DIMMER: brightness setting of the display

Use this button to lower the brightness of the display (5) or switch off the display.

17. DIRECT

Once this knob is pressed, a known radio station frequency can be input directly using the numerical keys (6)(21) when in radio mode.

18. AUTO MUTE

This activates or deactivates the volume mute during the manual search process in radio mode and suppresses noise from interference between stations.

19. AM/FM

This button is used to select one of the frequency bands, AM (medium wave) or FM (VHF). A suitable antenna for each mode must be connected to the appliance (11)(12).

20. TUNING MODE

This allows you to choose between three settings which determine the function of the keys "TUNING PRESET" (9)(24): "MANUAL" (manual frequency search), "AUTO" (automatic frequency search) or "PRESET" (change between stations stored in the memory).

21. Number keys

Buttons 0-9 let you input the frequency or select a station from the memory.

22. MEMORY

This button enables the presets in the memory to be stored in tuner mode.

23. ST/MONO

In tune mode, you can change between the station's stereo and mono reception. If a station's reception is of low quality in stereo, the sound quality can be increased by the "MONO" setting.

24. TUNING PRESET UP/DOWN

These keys are used to set a radio station in tuner mode. The function of these keys are determined by the setting made with the button "TUNING MODE" (3)(20).

25.RDS MODE

This button can be used in FM mode to switch on RDS (Radio Data System) for stations that support this service. The RDS feature allows various radio station text services to be shown on the appliance's display (5).

INSTALLATION

Set up the cable links in a sequence as follows. Connect the power cable between device and power supply only after all other connections have been made.

DURING INSTALLATION PLEASE OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING ADVICE:

Protective caps

Prior to the first installation the protective plastic caps must be removed from all the connections used at the rear of the unit.

RCA connections

Make sure that you do not mix up the analogue connectors for right and left. The RCA plugs for these are mostly colour coded as follows: red for the right channel, black or white for the left channel.

Cable connections

Make sure that all plugs fit tightly. Inadequate connections can cause noise interference, failures and malfunctions.

To make the most of the components' sound potential, only high quality loudspeakers and connecting cables, for example Vincent cables, should be used. Your local stockist will be glad to advise you about this.

Check that the electricity supply to your home is appropriate to the device. The required voltage and frequency can be read on the back of the device beside the socket for the mains. If the electricity supply is appropriate, push the inlet connector of the supplied mains cable firmly into socket for the mains on the back of the device (15). Connect the other end of the mains cable to a mains socket.

CONNECTING THE ANTENNA

If a wall socket is available for the VHF antenna connection of satellite, cable or a roof aerial, connect its radio socket with the input socket "FM 75Ω" (11) on the appliance. Use a 75Ω antenna cable for this purpose. If such a socket is not present, the wire antenna supplied or a room antenna available from a local stockist can be connected.

If you wish to receive medium wave stations (AM), connect the loop antenna supplied to the terminal marked "LOOP ANTENNA" (12). Placement and direction of frame antenna have a great influence on the quality of reception. In case none of the possible/recommended positioning options of this antenna provides a satisfactory reception, an AM outdoor antenna should be used.

CONNECTION TO AMPLIFIER, RECEIVER OR PREAMPLIFIER

Connect the RCA output sockets "OUTPUT" (13) with the sockets of the high level input of the preamplifier, integrated amplifier, receiver or another suitable device (headphone amplifier, recording input of a tape recorder etc.). In most cases the input is labelled "TUNER," "LINE IN" or "INPUT FRONT R/L". More information you will find in the user manual of this device.

OPERATING THE APPLIANCE

Operation	Button(s)	Description
Switch on and off	POWER (1)	The appliance does not have a standby switch, it is switched on and off at the front. When switched off it is disconnected from the power supply. Before swit-ching on, the volume setting on the amplifier/preamplifier/receiver should, as a precaution, be reduced.
Select the frequency band	AM/FM(7)(19)	This button is found on both the remote control and the front of the appli-ance. This allows you to switch between the FM (VHF) and AM (MW) modes when the radio is on. VHF offers better sound quality and a greater selection of stations. The display shows you the abbreviation "AM" or "FM", depending on the frequency band setting you have chosen.
Switch between stereo/mono	ST/MONO(4)(23)	This button is found on both the remote control and the front of the appliance. If a station can only be received with poor quality in stereo, there is an option of listening to it in mono mode. This can improve the sound quality. Switching between these two is only possible for FM stations. Whilst this setting is active, the display shows "MONO" in small letters.
Select a radio frequency in manual search mode	TUNING MODE(3)(20)TUNING PRESET ▲ ▲UP/DOWN(9)(24)	Use the "TUNING MODE" button on the front of the appliance or on the remote control to select from the three possible settings (function of the but-tons "TUNING PRESET") the option "MANUAL". As long as this mode is selected you can change the radio frequency up or down in steps of 0.05 MHz for FM and 9 kHz for AM, using the buttons "TUNING PRESET". If you have found a station with a strong enough signal, this is signalled by the abbreviation "TUN" in the display. If "ST" is displayed, the station can be played back in stereo. If "RDS" is displayed, the station offers RDS services. As long as the manual scan mode is selected, the text "AUTO" does not appear in the display. If "RDS" is displayed, the station offers RDS services.
Select a radio frequency in Autoscan mode	TUNING MODE(3)(20)TUNING PRESET ▲ ▲UP/DOWN(9)(24)	Use the "TUNING MODE" button on the front of the appliance or on the remote control to select from the three possible settings (function of the but-tons "TUNING PRESET") the option "AUTOSCAN". As long as this mode is selected the display shows the text "AUTO". Now the buttons "TUNING PRESET" make the tuner step through all frequency settings automatically if touched once. The automatic search stops when the tuner has found a fre-quency at which a radio station can be received. If the tuner has found a station with a strong enough signal, this is signalled by the abbreviation "TUN" in the display. If "ST" is displayed, the station can be played back in Stereo. The scan process can be stopped by one more actuation of "UP" or "DOWN". If "RDS" is displayed, the station offers RDS services. The scan process can be stopped by one more actuation of "UP" or "DOWN". If "RDS" is displayed, the station offers RDS services.

OPERATING THE APPLIANCE

Operation	Button(s)	Description
Select a radio station by inputting its radio frequency numerically	DIRECT (10)(17) Number keys (6)(21)	To input a known station frequency directly, you can proceed as follows: Press the “DIRECT” button. The tuner waits for an entry using the numerical keys in the next few seconds. In FM mode, 4 or 5 numbers need to be entered, two of which come after the decimal point of the frequency in MHz. For a FM frequency below 100MHz you need not enter the leading Zero “0”. If an invalid frequency is entered, the appliance corrects this to the nearest valid frequency.
Change to playback from a preset station	TUNING MODE (3)(20) Number keys (6)(21) TUNING PRESET ▲ ▲ UP/DOWN (9)(24)	You are able to store up to 30 radio frequencies for each of the frequency bands (FM, AM) and select them using their positions in the memory. If stations have already been stored, one of them can now be selected by entering the position in the memory with the numerical keys. If a single digit station number (1-9) needs to be selected, it can be entered by pressing a corresponding button. In case of a two-digit station number, the button “0” should be pressed as many times as the corresponding tens. If the second digit of the station number is zero, then no additional keystroke is needed. If the second digit is a number between 1-9, then the units should be entered with the corresponding buttons 1-9. Example: For station number 22, “0” is pressed twice, and after that “2” is pressed once. To search through all the stations stored, the “TUNING MODE” button can be used to select the option “PRESET” (search through all stations stored). Using the buttons “TUNING PRESET” it is now possible to go through all the positions already stored.
Storing stations (Presets)	MEMORY (8)(22) Number keys (6)(21)	To store a new preset in memory, select the radio frequency as already described. Then press “MEMORY” followed by a two-digit number from the numerical keypad to set the required position (1 to 30). The setting only becomes effective by pressing “MEMORY” again. The station number in such a case is entered in the following way: If a single digit station number (1-9) needs to be selected, it can be entered by a corresponding keystroke. With two digit station number, the button “0” button should be pressed as many times as the corresponding tens. If the second digit of the station number is zero, then no additional keystroke is needed. If the second digit is a number between 1-9, then the units should be entered with the corresponding buttons 1-9. Example: For station number 22, “0” is pressed twice, and after that “2” is pressed once. 30 station presets are available for each of the frequency bands (AM and FM), respectively.
Mute the Volume during frequency search	AUTO MUTE (18)	A volume mute function during manual frequency search (“AUTOSCAN” tuning mode is active) can be switched on and off with this button. It cuts out interference between the station frequencies. This function is only available using the remote control.

OPERATING THE APPLIANCE

Operation	Button(s)	Description
Radio Data System (RDS)	RDS MODE(2)(25)	RDS (Radio Data System) enables text information transmitted from VHF station to be displayed. However, not every station includes RDS in its transmission signal. By pressing (maybe repeatedly) the “RDS” button, you can switch the service on and off as well as select the different types of text information.PSY ➔ PTY ➔ CT ➔ RDS OFFBy actuating (repeatedly, if needed) the button “RDS MODE” the RDS service can be switched on or off as well as the various options of text information can be selected. “RDS” is displayed on the screen, if one of the RDS modes is activated. The set RDS mode remains saved till the next time the tuner is swit-ched on. The STU-3 supports three following RDS modes:PS Station name the station name is shown on the display using a maximum of eight characters.CT Time display the time is shown. The display shows the current time, for example “CLK 17:09”.PTY Programme type the type of radio broadcast (for example “CLASSIC”, if mainly classical music is played) is displayed.RDS OFF RDS switched off only the station frequency can be seen.
Change the brightness of the front panel display	DIMMER(16)	This function can only be operated using the associated remote control but- ton. When repeatedly pressed, the display (2) brightness is sequentially reduced (1x or 2x), switched off (3x) and restored to the original, maxi-mum brightness (4x).

TIPS

Burn in/ Warm up

Your audio components need a certain time period until they reach maximum performance. The duration of this "warm up" time is very different for the various elements of your audio system. Higher and homogeneous sound quality is achieved while keeping the device switched on.

Your audio specialist dealer has enough experience to give you more information.

Net frequency noise

Some audio source devices may in combination with the amplifier cause a humming noise at power line frequency audible from your speakers. Usually, its volume varies with the volume setting of the amplifier. This is no sign of a defect or fault of your audio products but has to be eliminated. Generally, every wall-powered device connected to the ground wire of the power plug can cause this problem when connected to the amplifier.

Experience shows that this problem is mainly caused by antenna-connected components (as TV-sets or Tuners), personal computers, electrostatic loudspeakers, subwoofer, record players or headpho

ne amplifiers that are connected to the audio inputs of the amplifier. Another possible reason for humming noise is electromagnetic interference of other components' power supplies with pick-up systems of record players (change the place of the record player for a test).

In most electric devices the ground potentials of all signals are connected to each other at one central point, where they have one common connection. If the device uses the protective conductor of the wall outlet, the corresponding wire of the line cord is connected intractably to the metal housing of the device. This is mostly the point where the central grounding point is attached to. By doing this the housing is able to shield all signals from external radiated noise. Some main amplifiers are equipped with a "Ground Lift" switch. If it is activated, ground potential of the chassis and the protective ground wire are being separated from the central signal ground point. The protective ground wire keeps its function. Sometimes this helps prevent noise caused by errors in grounding.

If the problem occurs and cannot be solved by yourself your audio specialist dealer will help you.

SEARCH FOR ERRORS

Symptom	Possible Cause	Countermeasure
Unit does not work after pressing the power button	Mains cable is not connected to a suitable mains wall outlet.	Connect to a functioning socket using a suitable mains voltage.
	Mains cable has not been firmly inserted into wall power socket and the device's socket. Otherwise it may be defective.	Check the power cable. If necessary, exchange it with a suitable mains cable and push its plug firmly into wall socket and the device's power connector.
	Unit fuse or unit is defective.	Contact your dealer.
No sound on both channels although the unit is ready for use (LED "WARM UP" is lit)	The output of the tuner is not connected or is not connected correctly to the selected input channel terminal of the amplifier.	Correct the connection.
	No frequency with a strong enough signal is tuned.	Set a station frequency with a strong signal. In case of AM reception, try to position the antenna in a better way.
	No appropriate antenna corresponding to the frequency band (AM/FM) is attached to the tuner.	Attach an appropriate antenna (11)(12).
	A wrong input channel has been selected at the amplifier.	Set the amplifier to the input that your desired source is connected to.
	Volume level has been set too low.	Carefully increase the output level.
	The amplifier is muted (MUTE-Function).	Deactivate the MUTE function after, as a precaution, reducing the volume level.
No audio playback on one channel	One of the signal cables between tuner output and (pre-)amplifier input has not yet been plugged in or is defective.	Check the cable connections, tighten them if necessary.
Weak reception or no reception	Antenna not or not properly connected.	Check the connection of the antenna (11)(12) belonging to the selected operating mode (AM, FM).
	The antenna for medium wave (AM) is not positioned correctly.	Try various possibilities for placing and positioning the antenna.
	Source of disturbance is near.	Try to locate and eliminate the disturbance.
	The operating mode (AM, FM) is in the wrong setting.	Change the operating mode (AM, FM) with the button "AM/FM" (7)(19).
	The signal of FM station is too weak (transmit-ter is possibly at a great distance).	Try to improve the reception by pressing the button "ST/MONO" (4)(23) or search for another station.

SEARCH FOR ERRORS

Symptom	Possible Cause	Countermeasure
No RDS	An AM station has been selected, only FM stations support RDS. The FM station does not support RDS. RDS function is switched off.	Live without this service or tune to another FM station. Live without this service or tune to another FM station. Switch on the function with the button “RDS MODE” (2)(25).
Poor sound quality	The cable connections are not tight, the connectors are dirty or a cable is defective.	Check the cables and cable connections.
The remote control cannot perform any functions	No batteries inserted in the remote control, batteries are not inserted correctly or are depleted. The line-of-sight between the remote control and the unit is obstructed, the range was exceeded or the hand unit was operated from a position too far to one side. The unit is not switched on.	Check and replace the batteries if necessary. Try to point the remote control at the front of the unit only when the sight-line is clear, within a 7-metre distance and, if possible, facing the unit. Switch on the unit.
Humming low frequency noise is audible, even as no audio source is playing back	See section “Net frequency noise” in the chapter “Tips”.	See section “Net frequency noise” in the chapter “Tips”.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

General Specifications

Outputs:

AC power connection type:

Dimensions (W× H× D)

Weight:

Colour:

1x stereo RCA analog

230 V / 50 Hz AC

430× 72× 330mm

5,2 kg

black/silver

FM Tuner

Frequency range:

Sensitivity:

Frequency Response:

Channel Separation:

Total Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz):

Signal to noise ratio:

Antenna input:

87 MHz - 108 MHz (50 kHz steps)

5 dBμ mono

30 Hz - 15 kHz, +1 dB/-1,5 dB

40dB

mono: 0,4% , stereo: 0,5%

mono: 72 dB, stereo: 70 dB

75Ω

AM Tuner

Frequency range:

Sensitivity:

Total Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz):

Signal to noise ratio:

Antenna input:

522 kHz -1611 kHz (steps of 9 kHz)

65 dBμ/m

0,8% at 80% mod.

50 dB at 80% mod.

Frame antenna or outdoor antenna

GLOSSARY

Audio Sources/Source devices

These are the components of your HiFi system and all other appliances, whose sound you want to hear over the system and are thus connected to the pre-amplifier, amplifier or receiver. This includes CD players, DVD players, FM tuners, cassette players, DAT recorders, personal computers, record players, portable audio devices and many more.

Input sensitivity

Term for the smallest average (RMS) input voltage which causes the maximum output power at the maximum volume setting on the amplifier. Examples: 100mV to 500mV (Millivolts) on line level inputs, 2mV to 5mV on the phono MM input or 0.1mV to 0.5mV on the phono MC input.

dB Level

This is a way of describing any physical quantity; it is a common measurement for signal voltages and the volume. It is given in decibels (dB). Alternating signal voltages below 1V (RMS) are described as "line level" voltages, which are suitable as music

signals for amplifier inputs. Inputs on amplifiers (mostly represented by RCA sockets), which are designed for signals on the CD player, tape recorder, DVD player etc. are also referred to as "line level inputs". Those signal inputs must not be confused with inputs that accept preamplified signals.

RCA

RCA is the American name for a type of coaxial connectors and sockets, originally the abbreviation for "Radio Corporation of America", the name of a United States company. Both the plug and cable consist of a rod-shaped inner lead and a cylindrical-shaped outer lead. This enables a mono audio signal or a video signal to be transmitted. Compared to the XLR plug connector, this type of connection is also called "unbalanced signal connection".

Dynamics

The volume difference between the quietest and the loudest sounds possible in audio signals, without distortion or transition to noise.

CONSIGNES DE SECURITE

Please keep the receipt, store it together with this manual. The receipt is your proof for the beginning of the warranty period. Note the serial number in the following box, you can read it from the rear side of the device.

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