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System Operations 1: Important Safety Information CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Do not install this equipment in a confined or built-in space such as a bookcase or similar unit, and keep well ventilated in an open space.
The carton should contain: connoisseur. • The Audiolab 9000A 9000A is the centre of the Audiolab focus in being the beating heart of any • One IEC power cord suitable for your area high-performance audio system. It's more powerful, capable and feature-packed than any of the preceding models - the most advanced Audiolab integrated amplifier yet.
Display Mode/Menu Select Volume Control Standby Button Power Switch Loudspeaker Terminals BT Antenna Power Input Analogue Inputs USB Update POWER OUTPUT INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER MODEL: 9000A INPUT INPUT RIGHT LEFT CLASS 2 WIRING INPUT TRIG Ground OPT1 OPT2 UPDATE RIGHT LEFT...
Page 7 5: Remote Handset Fit the Batteries 1. MUTE Press to mute or unmute the 9000A Open the cover and insert 2 x AAA batteries (not supplied), replace the cover. Navigate back through Menu options, reduce brightness, power-on volume, input sensitivity or Always use AAA batteries and replace them in sets –...
FUSE T3.15AL 250V Loudspeaker Terminals OUTPUT To reconnect, select BT on the 9000A and it will automatically connect to the last paired device (if the device is within range). Or select 'Audiolab 9000A-xxxx' on your Connect your loudspeaker signal cable.
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System Operations Page 9 6: Connections Optical Digital Input Power Input Connect your optical digital sources to either OPT1 or OPT2. INPUT Power input for driving the power amplifier input directly from an external source. Only operates when Pre-ower Mode is selected.
Linear Phase (Slow Roll-Off) of the D/A converter to accommodate Minimum Phase (Fast Roll-Off) different levels of jitter on the incoming The Audiolab 9000A ESS ES9038PRO Minimum Phase (Slow Roll-Off) SPDIF signal. SABRE DAC allows for detailed tuning of Hybrid...
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7: Menu Options Input Sensitivity Brightness This feature allows the input sensitivity of Adjust the brightness of the 9000A front the individual analogue inputs to be panel display. adjusted (+/- 6dB) to help achieve a more uniform playback volume level when switching from one source to another.
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System Operations Page 12 7: Menu Options Trigger Reset Activate or deactivate the 12V trigger Reset the 9000A to the factory default function of the 9000A. settings. Language Version The 9000A offers multiple language Check current operational options for the GUI. Select your chosen firmware version.
Choose and confirm by " " on After initial power on, the 9000A will be in ‘Standby’ mode. To use the 9000A, press the remote control or front panel of the device.
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Although the 9000A is an integrated amplifier it can function as a separate pre and 9000A can be used as a stand-alone power amplifier (ie. part of an AV setup). This power amplifier. Rotate the MODE knob on front panel or press the MODE key on mode can also be used if additional signal processing is required, connecting the the remote control to select different operating modes.
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VU Digital Slow Roll-Off limit-20dB COAX2 COAX2 Normal AUX2 -6dB Time out Apodizing Fast VU Analogue Roll-Off Wide +6dB Minimum Phase Audiolab Fast Roll-Off AUX3 -6dB Minimum Phase Display Off Slow Roll-Off +6dB Hybrid Fast -6dB Roll-Off Animation +6dB Off Phono...
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System Operations Page 16 8: System Operations The Menu Tree Display Settings Trigger Language Standby Reset Version Brightness English Never Off System VER-1.XX 20min 简体中文 PC USB VER-1.XX Time out 60min 繁體中文 Dansk Deutsche Español Animation Francais Off Italiano Nederlands Polski Suomalaninen...
Please keep the original receipt/invoice in case it is required for a warranty claim. Damage in transit that cannot be attributable to the fault of Audiolab, the authorised distributor or dealer (ie. claims otherwise covered by transit insurance.) This Limited Warranty is non-transferable and is offered exclusively to the original owner.
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Audiolab website: Other than the warranty and services set out in this warranty, to the fullest extent www.audiolab.co.uk permitted by law, Audiolab shall not be liable to you and/or any third party or entity whatsoever for:...
System Operations Page 19 10.Specifications 9000A Model General Description Integrated Amplifier 2 x 100W (8 ohms) / 2 x 160W (4 ohms) Class AB ES9038Pro 32-bit DAC 4.3" (800 x 480mm) Large Size Full View IPS LCD Built-in Certified MQA Full Decoder (PC USB, Coax/Optical) Design Philosophy and Core Technology Bluetooth 5.0 (aptX/aptX HD/AAC/LDAC) Support...
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System Operations Page 19 10.Specifications Power Amplifier Section Gain +29dB 2 x 100W (8 ohms, THD<1%); Rated Power Output 2 x 160W (4 ohms, THD<1%) Frequency Response 20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.3dB) Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) <0.002% (1kHz @ 50W / 8 ohms) Input Sensitivity 1Vrms Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N)
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