SV-123 - Audio Amplifier VINCENT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SV-123 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 instructions 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,

Security precautions	22
User Information	23
Included in delivery	24
Description of the device	24
Remote Control	27
Installation	30
Operating the device	34
More Tips	36
Troubleshooting	37
Useful Information	38
Technical Specifications	39

english

Simple line drawing of a rectangular box with a pointed tip and a circular symbol labeled 'c' (no text or symbols on the diagram itself)

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:

CAUTION! 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. The product may not be altered or modified! 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.

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 avoided 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.

Switching off

Switch the appliance off every time before you con-

nect 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.

Heat build-up

All amplifiers generate heat as part of their design. Make sure that a gap of 5 cm 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 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".

USER INFORMATION

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, whose implementation is regulated in Germany by the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG). 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, regulations and regulations for low voltage equipment.)

Copyright

This document was written by Andreas Böer. It is a product of Sintron Vertriebs GmbH, 76473 Ilfezheim 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 Ilfezheim.

Declaration

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.

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 VRC-123 remote control
• 2 AA (LR6) batteries)
- 1 power cable
- 1 loop antenna
• 1 FM (VHF) wire antenna
- this manual

DESCRIPTION OF THE DEVICE

The Vincent SV-123 is a powerful and easy to use stereo-RDS-receiver. It is the ideal partner for Vincent loudspeakers and stereo source equipment. Its casing houses advanced circuit engineering, which makes music into an experience and, using overall solutions comprised of coordinated Vincent components, can turn high quality material up to its highest level. Thanks to the careful design of its circuitry, the familiar solid mechanical build and the energy reserves from the power supply, explosive pieces of music are mastered just as much as quiet passages full of feeling, setting new standards in value for money. Exceptional dynamism and the familiar musicality of Vincent audio appliances are thus introduced to compact stereo systems.

The appliance includes:

• an RDS tuner with a 30-station memory for each of the frequency bands (AM, FM)
• a clear, high-contrast display
• sufficient power for most types of speakers
• remote control ability on all important functions
• a headphone socket
• audio input sockets which allow up to 5 stereo sources to be connected
• a pre-amplifier output socket for the stereo signal (PRE Out)
• an audio output socket (stereo) for a recording device (REC Out)

FRONT VIEW:

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1. 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.

2. INPUT:

Button to select the input channel

This is used to select the different input channels.

3. LOUD:

Loudness sound correction

Activates the loudness, which which will boost high an low frequencies at low volume setting.

4. VOLUME: Volume control dial

This knob is used to set the overall volume of the system and so controls the volume of the loudspeakers, the headphones and the stereo's pre-output "PRE".

5. POWER: Mains switch

Switches the appliance on and off.

6. Tuner control keys

Numerical keypad and other function keys for operating the RDS tuner. See Chapter "Operating the appliance - Tuner".

7. TREBLE:

Sound control for the high notes

Allows the sound's treble to be raised or lowered.

8. BASS:

Sound control for the low notes

Allows the sound's bass to be raised or lowered.

9. PHONES:

Connection socket for a set of headphones

If required, connect a set of headphones here using a 6.3 mm stereo jack.

Min. impedance: 32 ohms.

REAR VIEW:

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10.75Ω 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.

11. LOOP ANTENNA:

Socket for the loop antenna

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

12. SPEAKER:

Loudspeaker terminals

Output sockets with screw contacts to connect a pair of stereo loudspeakers. Loudspeaker cables with 4 mm banana plugs can be used.

13. INPUTS:

Terminal panel for stereo audio signals of source equipment

Five stereo cinch input sockets for source equipment with analogue stereo audio output.

14. OUTPUT "REC":

Recording output

The stereo signal emitted from this output is identical to the input signal of the source currently selected. If required, connect a recording device here for example.

15. OUTPUT "PRE":

Preamplifier outputs for stereo channels

Enables the preamplified stereo audio signal from the source currently selected to be fed to two additional amplifier channels.

16. Fuse holder

small, round plastic casing contains the appliance's fuse. Take note of the safety information regarding this.

17. Power socket

Introduce the power cable here and connect it with the power supply.

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 remove the battery compartment cover on the remote control by sliding the cover on the underneath in the direction of the arrow marked on it and then lifting it off.

Diagram of a rectangular object with internal channels and directional arrows, no text or symbols present

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

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

compartment. c

BUTTONS REMOTE CONTROL

18. Input selection buttons,

used for selecting the source (one of the devices connected to CD, DVD, AUX, SACD, LINE (13) or the built in TUNER), allowing playback mode to be changed.

19. Numerical keys for operating the tuner

Numerical keys 0-9 for inputting the frequency or selecting a station from the memory.

20. DIRECT

Once this knob is pressed, a known radio station frequency can be input directly using the numerical keys (19) when in radio mode.

21. AUTO MUTE

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

22. RDS

If the tuner is selected as the input channel, this button can be used in FM mode to switch on RDS (Radio Data System) for stations that support this service. This allows various radio station text services to be shown on the appliance's display.

23. ▲TUN/PREV

These keys are used to set a radio station in tuner mode. Depending on the settings, the "TUNING MODE" button (26) gives you another selection function.

24. AM/FM

If "TUNER" is selected as the input, 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 (10)(11).

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25. ST/MONO

In tuner mode, 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.

26. TUNING MODE

This allows you to choose between three settings in radio mode, which determine the function of the ▲TUN/PREV (23) keys: "MANUAL" (manual frequency search), "AUTO" (automatic frequency search) or "PRESET" (change between stations stored in the memory).

27. MEMORY

This button enables the positions in the memory to be filled in tuner mode.

28. MUTE

mutes the sound of the loudspeakers, the connected headphones and the "PRE" preamplifier output (15). Pressing again returns to the original volume.

29. VOLUME UP/DOWN,

These keys change the volume of the loudspeakers, the headphones and the "PRE" preamplifier output (15).

INSTALLATION

Your receiver processes input signals from the connected audio sources and the built in tuner. For this purpose it must be connected with the antenna and, using signal cables, with each source appliance. The input signals are amplified and fed to the loudspeakers via the loudspeaker outputs. Other receiver outputs consist of a recording output (REC Out), a pre-amplifier output (PRE Out) and a headphone output on the front of the appliance.

Set up the cable links first for all inputs, then for all outputs on the receiver. Finally introduce the power cable and connect it with the socket.

FOR SPECIAL ATTENTION:

Remove plastic protective covers

Before installation, the plastic protective caps must be removed from all the sockets used.

Connections

Mechanically identical cinch plugs are available for connecting all inputs and outputs. Make sure that you do not get these

connections confused during installation!

Connection quality

Make sure that all plugs fit tightly.

Inadequate connections can cause noise interference, failures and malfunctions.

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RCA Connection

Make sure that you do not mix up the analogue inputs for right and left. The cinch plugs for these

are frequently colour coded as follows: red for the right channel, black or white for the left channel.

Connections loudspeaker

The use of ready-made loudspeaker cables is recommended instead of connecting the cable's central wire (litz wire) directly to the terminals. Banana plugs or cable lugs ensure high security from short-circuits and damage to the loudspeakers or the receiver.

Ensure that bare loudspeaker wires are never able to come into contact with each other or with the metal on the back of the housing.

Only connect one loudspeaker wire to each loudspeaker terminal!

Make sure that the positive and negative loudspeaker wires are connected correctly. You will notice a reduced sound quality if the connections are the wrong way round.

Signal and speaker cables

Only use loudspeakers with a nominal impedance of at least 4. 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.

CONNECTING SOURCE EQUIPMENT

Connect the outputs on source equipment with the inputs on the receiver. The output sockets on source equipment are usually indicated by "Line Out", "Audio Out" or "Front Out". You will find information about ways to connect source equipment in their operating manuals.

To use a record player you need a so-called equaliser preamplifier (also called a phono pre-amplifier), which is installed in the signal path between the record player and one of the high-level inputs. Some models of record player already include this preamplifier and can be connected directly. You will find further information in this appliance's operating manual.

The stereo sound of appliances can often also be used with the aid of adaptors. The line level outputs on these are not connected with cinch output plugs but different plugs (DIN plugs, jack plugs). Up to five stereo sources can be connected in addition to the built-in tuner. The additional sound inputs "CD", "DVD", "AUX", "SACD" and "LINE" are electrically identical, standard high-level inputs with cinch plugs.

graph LR
    A["SV-123"] --> B["CD"]
    A --> C["DVD"]
    A --> D["AUX"]
    A --> E["SACD"]
    A --> F["LINE"]
    B --> G["INPUTS"]
    C --> G
    D --> G
    E --> G
    F --> G
    G --> H["Stereo RCA connection"]
    H --> I["e.g. CD-Player"]
    I --> J["OUTPUT"]

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 "FM 75Ω" input socket (10) 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, connect the loop antenna supplied to the terminal marked "LOOP ANTENNA" (11).

If you wish to receive medium wave stations, connect the loop antenna supplied to the terminal marked "LOOP ANTENNA" (11). SV-123 FM 75Ω LOOP ANTENNA GND AM ANTENNA TV R LOOP ANTENNA

CONNECTING THE LOUDSPEAKERS

Take note of the correct polarity: the positive contact is usually red and often marked with "+". The marked lead on the loudspeaker cable must be connected to the positive terminal. If you are using ready made loudspeaker cables with plugs, all you need do is connect the two plugs on each loudspeaker cable to the two terminals that belong to them.

Otherwise strip about a 1cm long piece from the insulation on each end of the loudspeaker wire. Twist the bare wire to prevent short-circuits. Turn the knob on the loudspeaker terminal anti-clockwise to loosen it and introduce the bare wire end into the open terminal hole. Then turn the knob clockwise to fasten the wire tightly in the loudspeaker terminal.

graph LR
    A["SV-123"] --> B["SPEAKER IMPEDANCE (4-8Ω)"]
    B --> C["loudspeaker connection"]
    B --> D["R"]
    B --> E["-"]
    B --> F["L"]
    B --> G["+"]
    B --> H["+"]
    B --> I["-"]

CONNECTING A RECORDING DEVICE

If you want you can use the "REC" cinch sockets (14) on the back of the appliance to connect an analogue stereo recording device (e.g. CD recorder, cassette recorder, video recorder) or another appliance that is intended for receiving the unchanged, set stereo output level (line level) from the signal source selected on the

receiver at any given time. The output level is independent from the volume, loudness and mute functions. To do so, connect this signal output to the signal input (RECORD or INPUT) on the appliance using cinch cables.

graph LR
    A["SV-123 Device"] --> B["REC OUT"]
    B --> C["RCA connection"]
    C --> D["LINE-IN"]
    D --> E["recording device: CD-Recorder, Tape etc."]

STEREO PREAMPLIFIER OUTPUT

You only need the "PRE" sockets (15) if you want to use a separate stereo amplifier or two mono amplifiers to supply two additional loudspeakers.

This makes sense if you intend to use two more loud-

speakers for stereo music playback, perhaps even in another area. These loudspeakers are then connected to the outputs of the additional amplifier.

graph LR
    A["SV-123 Device"] --> B["PRE OUT"]
    B --> C["INPUT"]
    C --> D["separate Stereo amplifier"]

CONNECTING HEADPHONES

A set of headphones equipped with a 6.3 mm jack can be plugged into the "PHONES" socket (9) on the front of the appliance. When this happens, the system's loudspeakers and the "PRE"

preamplifier output (15) are muted. The volume should be turned down before plugging in or unplugging. All headphones with an impedance of at least 32 Ohms can be used.

Check whether the wall socket provides the appropriate mains power, which is the case if it is supplied with 230 V AC 50 Hz. Push the plug for non-heating appliances on the power cable sup-

plied firmly into the power socket (23) on the back of the appliance. Plug the other end of the power cable into a mains socket.

Operation	Button	Description
Switching on and off	POWER (5)	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.
Volume setting	VOLUME (4)VOLUME UP/DOWN (29)	On the appliance: Turn the “VOLUME” knob clockwise to turn up the volume and anti-clockwise to turn it down. On the remote control: Hold down the “VOLUME UP” button to turn the volume up. Use “VOLUME DOWN” to turn it down.
Input selection	INPUT (2)CD DVD AUX SACD LINE TUNER (18)	On the appliance: By turning the “INPUT” knob.On the remote control: Briefly pressing the button for the required input channel, e.g. “CD” or “AUX”, changes to playback of the appliance connected there.The name of the input channel appears on the display.Before switching over the input channel, the volume should be turned down as a precaution!
Volume mute	MUTE (28)	Mute can only be operated with the remote control. It switches off the loud-speakers, the headphones and the “PRE” (15) preamp output. Pressing it again restores the volume to its original setting.
Controlling the treble and bass	TREBLE (7)BASS (8)	The sound control can only be operated on the front of the appliance.The “TREBLE” knob is used to influence the high-pitched sounds, the “BASS” knob the low ones. Turning clockwise increases the set intensity, whilst an anti-clockwise movement reduces the intensity.
Loudness function	LOUD (3)	The loudness function can only be operated on the front of the appliance using this button. It is a feature of audio amplifiers that enables the user to boost high and low frequencies at the press of a button. The loud-ness function therefore corrects the impression of loudness at low volume.This is necessary because the human ear registers high and low frequen-cies at low volume but identical sound pressure much less than the middle ones (sound frequencies around 1 kHz).

TUNER

Operation	Button	Description
Selecting the RDS radio as the input source	INPUT (2)TUNER (18)	To activate radio mode you can either press the “TUNER” button on the remote control or select this input on the front panel of the appliance with the “INPUT” knob.
Selecting the frequency band	AM/FM(6) (24)	This button is found on both the remote control and the front of the appliance. 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.
Switching between stereo/mono	ST/MONO(6) (25)	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 the radio. Whilst this setting is active, the display shows “MONO” in small letters.
Selecting a radio frequency in search mode	TUNINGMODE(6) (26)▲TUNINGPRESET▼(6)▲TUN/PREV(23)	When the radio is on, use the “TUNING MODE” button on the front of the appliance or on the remote control to select one of the two following options from the three possible settings (function of the Tuning/Preset buttons):• MANUAL The display briefly shows “MANUAL”. If this mode is selected you can change the radio frequency up or down with the “▲TUNING PRESET▼” buttons on the front of the appliance or “▲TUN/PREV” on the remote control step by step (in steps of 0.05 MHz for FM and 9 kHz for AM).• AUTOSCAN The text “AUTOSCAN” can be seen briefly on the display.In this mode the selected frequency band is automatically searched up or down (automatic frequency search) when “▲TUN/PREV” is pressed, and the tuner stops at the next frequency with sufficiently strong reception.
Selecting a radio station by inputting its radio frequency numerically	DIRECT(6) (20)Numericalkeys(6) (19)	To input a known station frequency directly, you can proceed as follows (the keys are found both on the appliance and the remote control):Press the “DIRECT” button. The receiver waits for an entry using the numerical keys in the next few seconds. In FM mode, 5 numbers need to be entered, two of which come after the decimal point of the frequency in MHz. If an invalid frequency is entered, the appliance corrects this to the nearest valid frequency.
Changing to playback from a preset station	TUNINGMODE(6) (26)▲TUNINGPRESET▼(6)▲TUN/PREV(23)	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. To search through all the stations stored, the “TUNING MODE” button on the front of the appliance or on the remote control can be used to select the third of the three possible settings• PRESET (search through all stations stored). “PRESET” can be seen briefly on the display. Using the “▲TUNING PRESET▼” buttons on the front of the appliance or the “▲TUN/PREV” buttons on the remote control, it is now possible to go through all the positions already stored.

TUNER

Operation	Button	Description
Storing stations (Presets)	MEMORY(6) (28)Numberblock(6) (19)	To fill a position in the 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. 30 station presets are available for each of the frequency bands (AM and FM), respectively.
Volume mute during frequency search	AUTOMUTE(22)	A volume mute function during manual frequency search (“AUTO” 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.
Radio Data System (RDS)	RDS MODE(6)RDS(23)	RDS (Radio Data System) enables text information transmitted from VHF stations to be displayed. However, not every station includes RDS in its transmission signal.PS → PTY → CT → RDS OFFBy pressing (maybe repeatedly) the “RDS” button, you can switch the service on and off as well as select the different types of text information. The SV-123 supports three 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 RDS only the station frequency can be seen.OFF switched off:

MORE TIPS

Run in time / warming up

Your audio appliances need a certain time before they reach their ultimate sound performance. This period varies widely depending on the different components in your system. You will receive better and more even performance during the time that the appliance remains switched on.

Make the most of your local stockist's experience!

Humming noises

Certain source equipment can lead to audible humming noises over the loudspeakers when connected to an amplifier and their volume can be affected by the volume control. This does not mean that one of your audio products is faulty, but it must be prevented by taking appropriate measures. Generally speaking, any mains operated appliance connected to the amplifier and connected with the power supply's earth conductor can

MORE TIPS

produce this problem. This phenomenon is commonly caused by either the tuner's or television's aerial connection or is associated with personal computers, electrostatic loudspeakers, subwoofers, record players or headphone amplifiers, as long as there is an audio connection to the amplifier. Another possible source of humming interference is electromagnetic irradiation from the power supply unit of other equipment (e.g. amplifiers, receivers, CD players, tuners etc.) on the pick-up of a connected record player. It is easy to establish the causes

of such faults oneself by changing the position of the record player in respect of other appliances. Some amplifiers are fitted with a "Ground lift" switch. When this is pressed, housing potential and earth conductor potential are disconnected from the central appliance signal potential. The effect of the earth remains unchanged. This can help to counteract humming loops. If this humming noise cannot be rectified by your own efforts, your local stockist will be able to help you.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom	Possible cause	Help
Appliance does not work after pressing the power switch.	Power cable not connected to a working wall outlet.Power cable not fully inserted into both wall outlet and the appliance socket. Power cable faulty.Appliance fuse faulty.	Connect appliance to a working socket.Check the power cable, change it if necessary for a suitable cable and push the plug firmly into both the wall outlet and the power socket on the appliance.Contact your local stockist.
No sound, appliance display working.	Volume set too low.Wrong input channel selected.Source equipment output not or wrongly connected to the required input socket on the receiver.Source equipment emits no signal.The receiver is muted.The loudspeaker cables are not correctly connected to the receiver or are faulty.	Carefully turn up the volumeCorrect the input selection.Correct the connection to the source appliance.Start play back on the appliance.Deactivate the mute function ("MUTE" (28) button).Check and fasten the loudspeaker cables to their terminals.
Sound play back does not work on one channel.	One of the loudspeaker cables is not properly connected or is faulty.One of the signal cables between source appliance and receiver is not plugged in firmly or is faulty.	Check and fasten the loudspeaker cables to the receiver and loudspeaker terminals.Check and fasten these cables.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom	Possible cause	Help
Bad or no reception.	Antenna not or not properly connected.The medium wave (AM) antenna is not pointing in the ideal direction.Sources of interference are nearby.The radio signal is too weak (transmitter possibly too far away).	Check the connection to the antenna (10)(11) for the selected mode (AM, FM).Try different ways of setting up and pointing the antenna.Try to find and eliminate the source of interference.Try to improve the reception by pressing the “ST/MONO” button (6)(25) or choose another station.
No RDS	An AM station (medium wave) was selected, only some FM stations (VHF) support RDS.The FM station does not support RDS.RDS function switched off.	Do without this service or set an FM station (VHF).Do without this service or set another FM station (VHF).Switch RDS on with the “RDS” button (8)(33).
No functions can be carried out via the remote control.	No batteries inserted in the hand-held device, batteries not correctly inserted or worn out.The line of sight between remote control and appliance is blocked, the maximum range has been exceeded or the hand-held device has been operated from a position of too large angle towards the middle axis.Appliance not switched on.	Check and replace the batteries if necessary.Try to point the remote control only in full, frontal view of the appliance and within a range of 7 m.Switch the appliance on.
Low humming noise can be heard.	See “Humming noises” section in the chapter “More tips”.

GLOSSARY / USEFUL INFORMATION

RCA/Cinch

RCA is the American name for coaxial Cinch 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".

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" or "high-level inputs". Thos signal inputs must not be confused with inputs that accept preamplified signals. The input sensitivity of most stereo amplifier audio inputs is within the range of 100 mV to 500 mV (millivolts).

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: 100 mV to 500 mV (Millivolts) on high level inputs, 2 mV to 5 mV on the phono MM input or 0.1 mV to 0.5 mV on the phono MC input.

Audio sources / audio source equipment

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 preamplifier, amplifier or receiver. This includes CD players, DVD players, tuners (radios), cassette players, DAT recorders, personal computers, record players, portable audio devices and many more.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Amplifier

Continuous output power per channel at 8 Ω:	80 W
Continuous output power per channel at 4 Ω:	130 W
Frequency response (±1dB):	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion (20 Hz - 20 kHz, 1 kHz, 1 W):	< 0,1%
Signal-Noise-Ratio:	>90 dB
Input sensitivity:	120 mV
Input Impedance:	47 kΩ
Total Gain:	250
Recommended speaker impedance:	>4 Ω

UKW RDS-Tuner

Tuning Range:	87 MHz - 108 MHz (Steps of 50 kHz)
Usable Sensitivity:	5 dBμ mono
Frequency Distortion (1 kHz):	mono: 0.4%, stereo: 0.5%
Frequency Response:	30 Hz - 15 kHz, +1dB/-1.5 dB
Stereo Separation (1 kHz):	40 dB
S/N Ratio:	mono: 72 dB, stereo: 70 dB
Antenna connector:	75 Ω

AM Tuner

Tuning Range:	522 kHz -1611 kHz (Steps of 9 kHz)
Usable Sensitivity:	65 dBμ/m
Frequency Distortion (1 kHz):	0.8% at 80% mod.
S/N Ratio:	50 dB at 80% mod.
Antenna connector:	Wire loop antenna

General

Power consumption:	260 W
Power connection:	220 V - 240 V/50 Hz AC
Dimensions (BxHxT):	430x135x395 mm(height of appliance feet 13mm)
Weight:	12 kg
Colour:	black/silver

CONSIGNES DE SECURITE

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CONSIGNES CONCERNANT LE TELECOMMANDE

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.