Unpacking And Installation - Apogee AD-1000 Operating Manual

Unpacking
Your AD-1000 is packed in a foam lined shipping container. Be sure to save the container for any future ship-
ments of the unit.
Accessories
The following accessories are shipped with the AD-1000.
1 x Operation Manual
1 x Warranty Card
1 x 3 ⁄ Hex Wrench
3 2
2 x 10-32 x ⁄ Mounting screw for rack mount
7
1 6
4 x Spare rubber feet
NOTE: Power supplies and associated cables are shipped separately
Installation
Your AD-1000 is designed for free standing or rack mount operation. The AD-1000 features a high performance
analog input stage consisting of many discrete bipolar and FET transistors. This front end circuitry runs in a spe-
cial discrete mode and is relatively power hungry. The AD-1000 therefore generates around 14 watts of heat. It
is important to allow for adequate ventilation – otherwise it may overheat. It is, however, normal for the AD-
1000 to run warm.
When using the unit in a free standing mode, make sure it is sitting on its rubber feet (spares are provided in
the accessory kit) and that the cooling slots on the bottom are not obstructed. Operate on a flat surface free
of materials such as paper or carpeting that may restrict natural cooling.
For rack mounted operation, check that the rack mount adapter is not tightly sandwiched between other items
in the rack so as to restrict ventilation. It is best to allow at least one rack space above and below the units. Fan
cooling may be necessary if the converters are above other heat-generating equipment. Additionally, the top
of the rack should be ventilated to allow hot air to escape. Remember – heat kills electronic equipment!
AD-1000 Operating Manual

Unpacking and Installation

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