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USER MANUAL AX505 TEAC

AX-505 Integrated Amplifier

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magni- tude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION o DO NOT REMOVE THE EXTERNAL CASES OR CABINETS TO EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. o IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PRODUCT, CONTACT THE STORE WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE UNIT FOR A SERVICE REFERRAL. DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED. o USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance

with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat

registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-

type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are pro- vided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched par-

ticularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table specified by the manufac- turer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused

for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is

required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate nor- mally, or has been dropped. o The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON position. o The mains plug is used as the disconnect device; the disconnect device shall remain readily operable. o Caution should be taken when using earphones or headphones with the product because excessive sound pressure (volume) from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss.EN

CAUTION o Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes. o Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. o Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit. o The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can easily reach the power cord plug at any time. o If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack or installed batteries), they should not be exposed to sunshine, fire or excessive heat. o CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium batter- ies: there is danger of explosion if a battery is replaced with an incorrect type of battery. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. WARNING Products with Class ! construction are equipped with a power supply cord that has a grounding plug. The cord of such a prod-uct must be plugged into an AC outlet that has a protective grounding connection.IN USA/CANADA, USE ONLY ON 120V SUPPLY.

Precautions concerning batteries Misuse of batteries could cause them to rupture or leak leading to fire, injury or the staining of nearby things. Please read and observe the following precautions carefully. o Be sure to insert the batteries with correct positive (¥) and negative (^) orientations. o Use batteries of the same type. Never use different types of bat- teries together. o If the remote control is not used for a long time (more than a month), remove the batteries to prevent them from leaking. o If the batteries leak, wipe away the leakage inside the battery compartment and replace the batteries with new ones. o Do not use batteries of types other than those specified. Do not mix new batteries with old ones or use different types of batter-ies together. o Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Never throw batteries into fire or water. o Do not carry or store batteries with other metallic objects. The batteries could short circuit, leak or explode. o Never recharge a battery unless it is confirmed to be a recharge- able type.The nameplate is located on the bottom of the unit as shown below. Front side Nameplate4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Model for USA Declaration of Conformity Responsible party: Pioneer & Onkyo U.S.A. Corporation Address: 22828 Lockness Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501 U.S.A. Telephone number: 1-201-785-2600 This device complies with Part.15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Information 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 protec- tion 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 communi- cations. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the equipment and/or the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Model for Canada Industry Canada’s Compliance Statement: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Model for Europe This product complies with the European Directives request, and the other Commission Regulations. For European Customers Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment and batteries and/or accumulators a) All electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/ accumulators should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via collection facilities designated by the government or local authorities. b) By disposing of electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/accumulators correctly, you will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment. c) Improper disposal of waste electrical/electronic equipment and batteries/accumulators can have serious effects on the environment and human health because of the presence of hazardous substances in the equipment. d) The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) symbols, which show wheeled bins that have been crossed out, indicate that electrical/electronic equip- ment and batteries/accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste. If a battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) as defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for those elements will be indicated beneath the WEEE symbol. e) Return and collection systems are available to end users. For more detailed information about the disposal of old electri- cal/electronic equipment and waste batteries/accumulators, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the equipment.

Company names and product names in this document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.EN

Contents Check to be sure the box contains all the included items shown below. Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if any of these items are missing or have been damaged during transportation. Power cord × 1 Remote control (RC-1332) × 1 Batteries for remote control (AAA) × 2 Owner’s manual (this document, including warranty) × 1 o For information about the warranty, users living in the USA and Canada should see pages 44–45 and the back cover (war- ranty document). Users living in Europe and other regions should see page45. Maintenance Wipe dirt from the top cover and other panel surfaces using a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with a diluted neutral cleanser. Do not wipe with chemical cleaning cloths, thinner or other chemi- cal agents. Doing so could damage the surface.

For your safety, disconnect the power cord from the outlet before cleaning. Using the TEAC Global Site You can download updates for this unit from the TEAC Global Site: http://teac-global.com/ In the TEAC Downloads section, click the desired language to open the Downloads website page for that language. Included accessories

Placement precautions o Place the unit in a stable location near the audio system that you will use with it. o Do not install this unit in a location that could become hot. This includes places that are exposed to direct sunlight or near a radiator, heater, stove or other heating equipment. Moreover, do not place it on top of an amplifier or other equipment that generates heat. Doing so could cause discoloration, deformation or malfunction. Also avoid locations that are subject to vibrations or exposed to excessive dust, cold or moisture. o When installing this unit, leave a little space (at least 3cm or 1") between it and walls and other devices in order to allow good heat dissipation. If you put it in a rack, for example, leave at least 5cm (2") open above it and at least 10cm (4") open behind it. Failure to provide these gaps could cause heat to build up inside and result in fire. o You may stack this unit with a PD-501HR, NT-505 or other 501/503/505 series units. However, if heat should cause the pro- tection circuit to be activated and sound output stops suddenly, place this unit on top and with sufficient distance between it and walls and other devices in order to improve heat dissipation. o Do not place CDs, CD-Rs, cassette tapes, other audio equipment or other items that are susceptible to heat on top of the unit. Doing so could damage these items. o Do not put cloth on top of the unit or place the unit on top of bedding or thick carpets. Doing so could cause the unit to over- heat and damage it. o Do not move the unit during use. o The voltage supplied to the unit should match the voltage printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding this matter, consult an electrician. o Do not open the body of the unit as this might result in damage to the circuitry or cause electric shock. If a foreign object should get into the unit, contact your dealer. o When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull directly on the plug; never yank on the cord. Before use Precautions for use

Misuse of batteries could cause them to rupture or leak, which might result in fire, injury or the staining of nearby materials. Please carefully read and observe the precautions on page3. o When using the remote control, point it toward the remote con- trol signal receiver on the main unit from a distance of 5m (16ft) or less. Do not place obstructions between the main unit and the remote control. o The remote control might not work if the remote control signal receiver on the unit is exposed to direct sunlight or bright light. If this occurs, try moving the unit. o Beware that use of this remote control could cause the unin- tentional operation of other devices that can be controlled by infrared rays. Installing batteries Remove the cover from the back of the remote control and insert two AAA batteries with their ¥/^ oriented as shown in the case. Replace the cover. When to replace batteries If the distance required between the remote and the main unit decreases or if the unit stops responding to the remote buttons, replace both batteries with new ones. Dispose of the used batteries according to the instructions on them or requirements set by your local municipality. Using the remote controlEN

Connecting speakers How to connect speakers 1 Remove about one centimeter (1/2") of insu- lation from the end of the speaker cable and twist the core wires well. 2 Turn the terminal cap counterclockwise to loosen it. 3 Insert the wire into the hole in the terminal post and turn the terminal cap clockwise to securely connect it. o Connect it so that none of the wire insulation is touching the terminal. 4 Conrm that the cable is fastened securely by gently pulling the cable.Connecting with banana plugsYou can also make connections using commercially-available banana plugs. First, connect the banana plugs to the speaker cables and then connect the plugs to the terminals. o Keep the caps tightened when in use. o Carefully read the instructions for the banana plugs that you are using. ATTENTION Notice about the European modelIn accordance with European safety regulations, connecting banana plugs to speaker terminals is not allowed on European models.The holes into which banana plugs could be inserted have been covered with black caps.Connect speakers using bare wires or spade lugs.If a black cap should become separated from its terminal, return it to its original position. Precautions when connecting speakers o Connect the power plugs after all connections have been made. o Carefully read the manuals of the devices that you are connect- ing and follow their instructions when making connections. o When the left and right grounds are shared in a sub woofer with a built-in amplifier, for example, use might not be possible depending on connection conditions. ATTENTION o This unit works with speakers that have nominal impedances between 4Ω and 8Ω. Use of speakers with impedances of less than 4Ω, in particular, could cause the protection circuit to acti-vate and sound output to stop. In some cases, damage could even occur to this unit and the speakers. o This unit’s red terminal is positive (¥) and its black terminal is negative (^). Generally, the ¥ wire of the speaker cable is marked to distinguish it from the ^ wire of the cable. Connect the marked wire to the red ¥ terminal and the unmarked wire to the black ^ terminal. o If the exposed end of a core wire in a speaker cable contacts another cable or terminal, a short could occur. o Never allow speaker cables to cause a short. o To prevent hum and noise, avoid bundling the cables together with the AC power cord or other cables.8 Connections A Analog audio input connectors (LINE 1, LINE 2, LINE 3, XLR) Use these to input stereo analog audio. Connect the audio output connectors of a cassette deck, CD player or other audio output equipment to these.Connect this unit’s R input connector to the R output connec-tor of the audio output device, and this unit’s L input connector to the L output connector of the other device. o This unit’s XLR connectors are 2: HOT.Use commercially-available audio cables for connections.LINE1: RCA cablesLINE2: RCA cablesLINE3: RCA cablesXLR: XLR cables

B Power inlet (~IN) Connect the supplied power cord here.After all other connections are complete, connect the power cord’s plug to a wall outlet. Do not use any power cord other than the one included with this unit. Use of other power cords could result in fire or electric shock. Unplug the cord from the outlet when not using the unit for a long time. Complete all other connections before setting the STANDBY/ON switch to ON. o Carefully read the manuals of the devices that you are connecting and follow their instructions when making connections. o Do not bundle connecting cables with power cords. Doing so could cause noise. o Connect all plugs completely. C Maintenance port This is used for maintenance. Do not connect anything to this port unless instructed to do so by our service department. Connecting headphones

CAUTIONWhile wearing headphones, do not connect or disconnect them or turn the unit on or off.Doing so could result in a sudden loud noise that could harm your hearing.Always set the volume to minimum (−∞dB) before putting headphones on (page12).10 Main unit parts and functions A STANDBY/ON switch Use to put the unit into standby mode or turn it on. B PHONES jack Connect headphones with a 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini plug here (page9). o This headphone amp circuit uses a four-pole connector with independent left and right for grounding. Ordinary plugs with 3 or 4 poles can be used. o When headphones are connected to this unit, sound will be output from the PHONES jack but will not be output from the SPEAKERS terminals on the back of the unit.Wiring illustrationL+ R+ L− R− C INPUT SELECTOR knob Use to select the input source. The indicator lights for the selected source. D Remote control signal receiver This receives signals from the remote control. When operat-ing the remote control, point it at the remote control signal receiver. E Level meters These show the output levels. F VOLUME knob Use to adjust the volume. Turn right to increase and left to decrease the volume.The maximum volume level is 0 and the minimum level is −∞ (negative infinity). Before setting the STANDBY/ON switch to ON, set the VOLUME knob to its minimum value (−∞). Failure to do so could result in sudden loud noises that could damage speakers and harm your hearing.

Remote control parts and functions a STANDBY/ON button Press to put the unit into standby mode or turn it on. b Input selection buttons Use to select the playback source. c METER button Press to change level meter operation. d MUTE button Press this button to mute the sound temporarily. Press it again to restore sound output at the previous level (page13).Press and hold to cancel muting (page13). e DIMMER button Use to change the brightness of the input source indicators and level meters.Press to cycle through the brightness settings in the following order.Bright indicators, bright meters Medium indicators, medium meters Dim indicators, dim meters Dim indicators, unlit meters f VOLUME (+/−) buttons Use to adjust the volume.Press and hold a VOLUME button to continuously change the volume.The RC-1332 remote control supplied with the AX-505 can con-trol both AX-505 and PD-501HR units.Only the buttons used for the AX-505 are explained in this document.When the main unit and the remote control both have buttons with the same functions, this manual explains how to use one of the buttons. The other corresponding button can be used in the same manner.

e12 Basic operation 1 Minimize the volume. Use the VOLUME knob or the remote control VOLUME buttons to minimize the volume. −∞dB: Minimum volume 0dB: Maximum volume 2 Set the STANDBY/ON switch to ON. The input source indicators will blink and the mute function will turn on. When the amplifier operation stabilizes, the indica- tors will light and the mute function will turn off. 3 Turn the INPUT SELECTOR knob to select the input source. The input indicator lights for the selected source. 4 Operate the playback device. Refer to the operation manual of that device. 5 Adjust the volume. −∞dB: Minimum volume 0dB: Maximum volume Start playback on the source and use the VOLUME knob or remote control VOLUME buttons to adjust the volume to its optimal level.EN

Automatic power saving function This unit has an automatic power saving function.If the automatic power saving function is set to on, the unit will automatically enter standby mode if there is no audio input for about 30 minutes.You can check the automatic power saving setting by looking at the input source indicators immediately after turning the unit on.Automatic power saving function onAn input source indicator will blink every two seconds.Automatic power saving function offAfter all input source indicators light for two seconds, an input source indicator will blink every two seconds. Turning automatic power saving on and off 1 Press the remote control STANDBY/ON button to put the unit into standby. 2 Press and hold the remote control STANDBY/ ON button for three seconds. The unit turns on, all the input source indicators blink and the on/off setting changes.Press for 3seconds Muting playback If you want to temporarily mute the volume of this unit, press the remote control MUTE button. o The input source indicators blink when playback is muted.Press the remote control MUTE button again to cancel muting. Changing level meter operation Press the remote control METER button to cycle through level meter operation settings.Normal +20dB

Off o When level meter operation is +20dB, needle movement will be greater than usual. Restoring default settings After minimizing the volume, press and hold the remote control MUTE button for at least 3seconds.The defaults will be restored after the input source indicators and level meters blink and the unit restarts.Press for at least 3seconds14 If you experience a problem with the unit, please take a moment to review the following information before requesting service. If it still does not operate correctly, contact the retailer where you pur- chased the unit. General The unit does not turn on. e Check that the power cord is completely plugged into the power outlet. If the outlet is switched, confirm that the switch is in the ON position. e Connect a different electrical device to the outlet to confirm that it is supplying power. No sound is output. e Adjust the VOLUME knob. Turn it clockwise (right) to increase the volume (page10). e Use the INPUT SELECTOR knob to select the input that is con- nected to the source that you want to hear (page12). e Reconfirm the connections with other equipment. Remote control does not work. e Set the main unit STANDBY/ON switch to ON before using the remote control. e If the batteries are exhausted, replace both of them with new ones. e The remote control will not work if there is an obstruction between it and the main unit. Point the remote control at the remote control center on the unit from a distance of less than 5m (16ft.). A television set or another device operates in error. e Some televisions that are able to receive signals from wire- less remote controls might be operated in error by this unit’s remote control. If this is the case, turn the other devices off when using this remote control. Noise occurs. e Place the unit as far away as possible from TVs, microwave ovens and other devices that have strong magnetism. There is a humming noise. e If a connecting cable is near a power cord, fluorescent light or similar cause of interference, increase the distance between them as much as possible. Troubleshooting There is no sound from one side of the headphones. e Confirm that the headphones plug is inserted completely. The level meter lights are blinking and no sound is output. e The ¥ and ^ speaker cables might have shorted. Set the STANDBY/ON switch to STANDBY, and check the speaker connections. Sound output stops suddenly and the level meter lights are blinking. e The protection circuit might have activated due to high tem- perature, excessive load or another cause. Set the STANDBY/ ON switch to STANDBY, check the power and speaker connec- tions, and wait several minutes before setting it to ON again. If this unit is becoming hot, increase the amount of space between it and walls and other devices to increase the dis- sipation of heat. Automatic power saving caused the unit to enter standby. e Set the STANDBY/ON switch to STANDBY once and then set it to ON again.EN

Warranty provisions (United States and Canada only) Length of Warranty The parts and labor warranty will be effective for one (1) year from the date of the original purchase for products not used for com- mercial purposes. For products used commercially, the warranty is ninety (90) days for magnetic heads and optical pickups, one (1) year for all other parts and ninety (90) days for labor. Who Is Covered Under This Warranty This warranty is valid only in the United States or Canada, depen- dent upon the country in which original purchase was made, and enforceable only by the original purchaser within the country in which the purchase was made. This warranty is not valid if the product was purchased through an unauthorized dealer. What Is Not Covered Under This Warranty o Damage to or deterioration of the external cabinet. o Damage resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, or neglect. o Damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in the products owners’ manual or otherwise provided with the product. o Damage occurring during shipment of the product (Claims must be presented to the carrier). o Damage resulting from the repair or attempted repair by anyone other than TEAC or an authorized TEAC service station. o Damage resulting from modification or attempted modification of product not authorized by TEAC. o Damage resulting from causes other than product defects, including lack of technical skills, competence, or experience of the user. o Damage to any unit that has been altered or which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed. What TEAC Will Pay For TEAC will pay all labor and material expenses for items covered by the warranty. Payment of shipping charges is covered in the next section. How To Obtain Warranty Service Your unit must be serviced by an authorized TEAC service station within the country in which the product was purchased. If you are unable to locate an authorized service station in your area, please contact TEAC at the applicable address shown at the end of this warranty statement. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR UNIT TO TEAC WITHOUT OUR PRIOR AUTHORIZATION. You must pay shipping charges if it is necessary to ship the product for service. However, if the necessary repairs are covered by warranty, we will pay the return shipping charges to any destination within the country in which the product was purchased. Whenever warranty service is required, you must present the original dated sales receipt, or other proof indicat- ing the purchase place and date, as proof of warranty coverage.

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Gutenbergstr. 3, 82178 Puchheim, Germany Phone: +49-8142-4208-141 1018.MA-2640A This product has a serial number located on the rear panel. Please write it here and retain this for your records. Model name: AX-505 Serial number: