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Declaration of conformity (for EC only) We herewith confirm, that the unit to which this manual belongs fulfills the EC rules necessary to obtain the sign the necessary measurements were taken with positive results. AVM Audio Video Manufaktur GmbH Daimlerstraße 8 D-76316 Malsch Germany www.avm.audio...
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SD 6.2 in the optimal way. Please note that the range of functions of your AVM hifi component can be easily expanded by means of a software update at any time. Hence, the present operating instructions will require continued updates going forward.
Table of contents Getting started ........................6 What’s in the box? ......................6 Control and operating elements ..................6 Installation and cooling ....................7 Connection to mains ....................... 7 Connecting digital sources ....................8 Connecting analogue signal sources ................8 Connecting a recorder ....................
1 Getting started 1.1 What’s in the box? OVATION SD 6.2 • WLAN antenna • Power cable • Optional accessory: RC 9 remote control with docking station, power supply unit, • USB charging cable CAUTION: After unpacking, please check the scope of delivery to ensure that all parts have been supplied and are undamaged.
Analog output left (XLR) 23 Digital input (Coaxial 2) Analog output right (XLR) 24 Digital input (Coaxial 1) 10 Analog output left (Cinch, Var) 25 Digital input (AES/EBU) 11 Analog output right (Cinch, Var) 26 WiFi antenna socket 12 Analog output left (Cinch, Fix) 27 USB B input 13 Analog output right (Cinch, Fix) 28 Network port (LAN)
Google Play Store. For detailed instructions on how to set-up your AVM device with the RC S App, please refer to the RC S User Guide which can be downloaded from our website at www.avm.audio. 1.10 Network installation (LAN, WiFi) In order to use the integrated streaming functions (e.g.
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ü Launch the RC S App on your smartphone or tablet. The RC S App will now automatically search and list all available AVM devices in your local network with their respective device name and IP adress (e.g. "192.168.xxx.x" or "10.0.1.4").
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ü Navigate to the Settings tab on the RC S App and choose Device Settings / Network / Configure WiFi. ü After you have selected the SSID menu option, you will be provided with a list of all available WiFi networks. Choose a WiFi network and select a respective Security and Cipher setting.
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ü Choose the menu option Password and enter your WiFi password. Confirm with Done at the upper right-hand corner. Now, confirm your WiFi settings with Apply at the upper right-hand corner. ü Under DHCP, you will be asked if your SD 6.2 should obtain an IP adress automatically (if yes, please make sure the DHCP option is activated).
Please follow the above instructions to restart the device via the RC S App. 1.11 Software updates To get the most out of your AVM HiFi streaming system, please make sure you always keep the RC S App and the streaming software of your AVM device up-to-date. You can download...
2 Basic operation 2.1 First operation / self test In case the SD 6.2 was not connected to mains a self test will be performed when it is switched on by the mains switch (32) for the first time. The unit will check its configuration and that all the installed components work properly.
Computer. If you are using a Windows PC you will need to install an additional driver which is availbale for download on the respective product page at www.avm.audio. Please note that you need to select the HI RES input mode in order to play back a DSD64 OR...
3 Advanced Settings Your SD 6.2 offers a wealth of custom specific settings in its advanced settings menu. To enter the menu just tap on the button MENU (4). The button now changes to EXIT. A second tip on this button leads you to the normal operating mode. When the menu system is active you can select the desired function using the buttons <...
3.1.4 Set loudness If you listen to music at low levels, you often recognize that bass and treble reproduction are weak. This is because the human ear is not sensitive to bass and treble at low sound levels. To compensate this you can use the parametric loudness function of the SD 6.2. This function will increase bass and treble levels when you decrease the volume.
3.2.3 skip unused inputs Deactivate unused inputs (SKIPPED). The unit will then skip these inputs when the source selector (2) is rotated or if you select a sound source via the optionally available RC 9 remote control or the free RC S App for iOS and Android.
4 RC 9 Fernbedienung (optionally available) 4.1 Overview Power button (Standby mode) Favorites list Light sensor Volume Colour display Increase/Decrease Hotkeys 1-4 Mute Option keys (red, green, yellow, blue) Play Home menu Skip (backward) Zone menu Skip (forward) Info menu Record Settings Stop...
4.2 Activation and stand by mode To switch on a connected device (see Pairing 4.7.5), please pick up your RC 9 remote control which automatically switches on due to the integrated movement sensor. Then, please choose one of the connected devices from the list and press the Enter button (10). Notes on the optional quick start function can be found in section 4.9.
4.5 Entry of letters, numbers, and characters To enter letters, numbers, or characters, please use the alphanumeric input keys (25) which have multiple letters, numbers, or characters assigned. By pressing one of the keys several times, switches through the row of available letters, numbers, or characters. The left navigation key (11) is used to delete entered characters and numbers.
4.7.3 System Information The menu item System Information contains information on technical details of your RC 9 remote control such as the current firmware version, serial number and more. Furthermore, the firmware of the RC 9 remote control can be easily updated by pressing the red Option key (5).
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(25) (11). Please note that the renaming applies only locallly on the RC 9 remote control. If you happen to use the RC S App to control your AVM components as well, the respective name of the device may be changed again.
(25). After confirming the name of the paired device, you can also choose one of four available Hotkeys (see 4.6). By pressing the Enter key (10) again, the pairing process is completed. 4.8 Source Menu As soon as a connection between your RC 9 remote control and your SD 6.2 has been established (see section 4.7.5), the Source Menu offers a choice of available sound sources such as Airable, Music Server, USB, or a local source.
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4.8.3 Radio (Webradio) Airable / Radio offers you a broad variety of freely available webradio stations (internetradio). You can choose from a large number of subcategories such as Local Stations or High Quality which can be selected by using the Navigation keys (11) of the RC 9 remote control. As soon as you have chosen a desired radio station, just press the Enter key (10) to start the stream.
TIDAL Favorites TIDAL also provides you with an option to add its catalogue content to an individual Favorites Menu. However, please note that contrary to the Airable / Radios and Airable / Podcasts Menues (see sections 4.8.3 and 4.8.4), your TIDAL Favorites are stored directly within the Airable / TIDAL / My Music section.
4.9 Receiver Settings The menu item Receiver Settings offers a series of useful options to configure your SD 6.2 (Network settings, Software Updates, Quick Start Function, Time etc.). 4.9.1 Network By selecting the menu item Network Status you get access to a number of current information on an established network connection such as Connection Type, IP Adress, Subnet Mask, Gateway IP.
To install an update from a USB drive, please consult your local dealer. In order to install the update online, please choose Internet. Clock The menu item Clock gives you access to the clock settings. In case of an existing internet connection both the SD 6.2 and the RC 9 remote control receive their time from a NTP server (Network Time Protocol for clock synchonization).
5.3 Conditions of warranty (EC only) If despite expectations a defect occurs that cannot be repaired by yourself or your dealer, we undertake the repair of your unit free of charge for up to three years from date of purchase. The warranty covers the costs of material and working time, transport costs are to be borne by the owner.
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Deemphasis yes, automatically Input format DIG IN (opt/coax) SPDIF, 33 kHz – 96 / 192 kHz / 16 – 24 Bit USB input Asynchronous, galvanically isolated PCM (without driver) upt to 96 kHz / 24 Bit PCM (with driver) up to 384 kHz / 32 Bit DSD (with driver) DSD64 (2, 8 MHz), DSD128 (5,6 MHz) Signal-to-noise ratio (0 dB FS)
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