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Vena II
Integrated Amplifier
User Manual

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  • Page 1 Vena II Integrated Amplifier User Manual...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 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 normally, or has been dropped.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    QUAD Vena II CONTENTS INTRODUCTION …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4 UNPACKING THE EQUIPMENT………………………………………………………………………….………… 4 USB DRIVERS (AND FIRMWARE UPDATES) …………………………………………………………………… 4 PLACEMENT ……………………………………………………………………………………….……………..4 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ………………………………………………………………………………… 5 OUTPUT CONNECTIONS .………….....…………………………………………………………………… 7 INPUT CONNECTIONS .………….....……………………………………………………………………… 9 REMOTE HANDSET ………......…………………………………………………………..10 OPERATION ………………………………………………………………………..…………..………… 11 SPECIFICATIONS …………………………………………………………………..…………..……….…...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for your investment in the QUAD Vena II. We are sure that the Vena II will continue to delight you for years to come. The QUAD Vena II is designed to be the perfect match to a wide variety of sources and provides the necessary amplification to realise the hightest quality of your stored music replaced through your loudspeakers and headphones.
  • Page 5: Controls And Functions

    Analog 1&2 Output BUTTON/LED BUTTON/LED Ground Analog PC USB Mains Inputs Inputs Input Bluetooth Antenna Pre Output L/R Amplifier Digital Digital Update Mains Mains Output Outputs Inputs Fuseholder Switch * Vena II with wooden chassis does not require Bluetooth antenna...
  • Page 6 Digital Signal Output Connections Coaxial Output Vena II has one coaxial SPDIF output. Connect an RCA digital interconnect between the digital coaxial out of Vena II unit and the required input of your equipment. Optical Outputs Vena II has one optical SPDIF output.
  • Page 7: Output Connections

    OUTPUT CONNECTIONS Artera Play Loudspeaker Loudspeaker Right Left QUAD Vena II Artera Stereo...
  • Page 8 Vena II has a PHONO signal input, the PHONO input should only be connected to turntables fitted with MM or high output MC cartridges. Digital Signal Input Connections Vena II has a variety of digital inputs, which can be connected to most popular digital sources, like the digital output of a CD or DVD player, DAC, PC. Coaxial Inputs Vena II has a coaxial SPDIF input.
  • Page 9: Input Connections

    INPUT CONNECTIONS...
  • Page 10: Remote Handset

    REMOTE HANDSET Standby Mute Previous Source Next Source Volume Down Volume Up Press to bring product in/out of Standby mode Press to Mute/Unmute the sound. In Mute , the volume indicator on the front panel will flash Press to select Previous Source Press to select Next Source Press to increase volume Press to decrease volume...
  • Page 11: Operation

    Mute Mode Vena II will go into Mute mode with no sound output for 3 seconds when the unit is switched on and all indicators will flash 3 times. After 3 seconds the indicators will stop flashing and Vena II will exit from Mute mode.
  • Page 12 Turn off the connected device or turn off its Bluetooth function Note: If you have difficulty connecting Vena II to a Bluetooth device, please try selecting ”Forget this Device” on your source unit and then go through the connection procedure again.
  • Page 13: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS (All measurement made with 230V supply) Model Vena II D/A Converter ESS Sabre32 Reference ES9018K2M Input Sampling Rates Opitical, Coaxial:44.1kHz---192kHz; USB:44.1kHz---384kHz (PCM) / DSD64, DSD128, DSD256 Rated Output Power 2 x 45W (8ohm) / 2 x 65W (4ohm) Total Harmonic Distortion <0.005% (30W, 8ohm)
  • Page 14: Care And Cleaning

    If you have any queries regarding the use of QUAD equipment, consult your dealer. Warranty QUAD equipment is guaranteed against any defect in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. Proof of purchase is required for warranty claims.
  • Page 16 IAG House, 13/14 Glebe Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE29 7DL, UK Tel: +44(0)1480 452561 Eml: service@quad-hifi.co.uk http://www.quad-hifi.co.uk IAG reserves the right to alter the design and specifications without notice. All rights reserved © IAG Group Ltd. QUAD is a member of the International Audio Group.

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