Installation & Ventilation - Rega ELICIT MK5 User Manual

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Rega Elicit MK5. The Elicit is a stereo integrated amplifier designed to deliver the purest musical
performance. Housed in a brand new custom designed case to match the rest of the Rega range, the new MK5 builds on previous Rega
designs by using our multi-award-winning Class A/B power amplifier circuit to deliver a powerful 105W per channel into 8Ω loads. This
power is provided by an ample, quiet multi-stage linear supply whilst supply rails for digital and analogue sections are galvanically isolated.
The Elicit is capable of driving difficult loudspeakers with ease and will integrate perfectly into any audio system by offering a wide range
of connectivity options. In addition to line, digital, and a high-quality moving magnet (MM) phono inputs, you will also find pre-out, Direct in,
Record loop functionality and a high-performance headphone output.
The Elicit now shares other design features taken directly from the highly acclaimed Aethos amplifier. You will find the same discrete FET
based pre-amplifier circuit and Alps volume potentiometer have been introduced to further improve sonic and technical performance.
As you would expect, special attention has been paid to the selection of key audio components. Discrete circuitry, high-quality relays,
polypropene capacitors, and Sanken output transistors are used throughout the design.
The galvanically/optically isolated digital inputs utilise a Wolfson S/PDIF receiver IC to provide exceptional detail and clarity from any
connected source. Output is provided by a Wolfson DAC and Rega designed discrete line-driver circuit.
The new Elicit MK5 calls upon decades of award-winning experience in amplifier and digital circuit design which culminates in a perfectly
engineered balance of reliability, connectivity and above all, accurate music reproduction.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION & VENTILATION
The Elicit amplifier will work well on most surfaces, such as a shelf or a table, provided there is sufficient air around the heat sinks to
prevent overheating. If using a turntable, avoid magnetic interference by positioning the amplifier as far away from the turntable as the
tonearm lead will allow. If possible, place it to the left of the turntable. Keep other equipment away from the amplifier. Due to the layout of
Rega's amplifier circuit designs, they are virtually insusceptible to electromagnetic interference, and by virtue of a full metal enclosure, emit
practically no electromagnetic radiation. However, placing any electronic equipment such as sensitive phono amplifiers close together may
impair the performance of one or both items. Never stack other hi-fi components on top of the Elicit.
WARNING: The mains supply cord functions as a mains disconnect device.
The socket outlet should therefore be located near the equipment and be easily accessible.
The heat produced by the Elicit amplifier is dispersed via the heat sinks located on either side of the product. Please ensure adequate
space around the exterior of the product to allow for sufficient airflow, otherwise overheating may result. If the Elicit is driven at high volume
for a long period it may become quite warm. This is entirely acceptable as long as there is sufficient ventilation and the amplifier will
continue to work normally without damage. If the amplifier is overdriven it may overheat, however the Elicit contains thermal protection that
will disable the output or the power to the product temporarily. Once the product has cooled it will automatically resume normal operation.
Never place the amplifier on carpets, rugs or bedding.
WARNING: Heat sinks may become very hot!