Table of contents Table of contents General information..........................5 1.1 Symbols and signal words....................... 5 Safety instructions............................. 7 Features............................... 10 Installation and starting up........................ 11 Connections and controls........................12 Functions..............................14 Technical specifications........................15 Plug and connection assignment....................17 Protecting the environment......................19 Headphone Amplifier...
General information General information This document contains important instructions for the safe operation of the product. Read and follow the safety instructions and all other instructions. Keep the document for future refer‐ ence. Make sure that it is available to all those using the product. If you sell the product to another user, be sure that they also receive this document.
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General information Signal word Meaning DANGER! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an immediate dangerous situation that will result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided. WARNING! This combination of symbol and signal word indicates a pos‐ sible dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is not avoided.
Safety instructions Safety instructions Intended use This device is intended to be used for amplification and distribution of signals from audio devices and musical instruments to the connected headphones and audio devices. Use the device only as described in this user manual. Any other use or use under other operating con‐ ditions is considered to be improper and may result in personal injury or property damage.
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Safety instructions DANGER! Danger to life due to electric current! A short circuit could lead to a fire hazard and risk of death. Always use proper ready-made insulated triple-core mains cable with a safety plug. Do not modify the mains cable or the plug. In case of isolation damage, disconnect immediately the power supply and arrange repair.
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Safety instructions NOTICE! Damage to the device due to high voltages! The device can be damaged if it is operated with the incorrect voltage or if high voltage peaks occur. In the worst case, excess vol‐ tages can also cause a risk of injury and fires. Make sure that the voltage specification on the device matches the local power grid before plugging in the device.
Features Features Excellent sound quality Flexible switching matrix Four independent stereo inputs with unbalanced jack sockets Four signal outputs, each with line and headphone jack and individual volume control Low-noise linear operational amplifier for transparent sound with maximum headroom at high output levels Integrated shielded double-regulated power supply Installation in 19-inch racks (1 RU)
Installation and starting up Installation and starting up Unpack and check carefully there is no transportation damage before using the unit. Keep the equipment packaging. To fully protect the product against vibration, dust and moisture during transportation or storage use the original packaging or your own packaging material suitable for transport or storage, respectively.
Connections and controls Connections and controls Front panel ö ö ö ö & VOLUME INPUT VOLUME INPUT VOLUME INPUT VOLUME INPUT SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE SOURCE Channel POWER Headphone Amplifier PHONE LINE PHONE LINE PHONE LINE PHONE LINE 1 [VOLUME] | Volume control for the built-in speakers and headphone outputs 2 [PHONE] | Headphone outputs (6.35-mm jack sockets, stereo) 3 [LINE] | Line outputs (6.35-mm jack sockets, stereo) for looping through the input signals to the connected audio equip‐...
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Connections and controls Rear panel INPUTS 115V~ 230V~ POWER INPUT: 110/230V ~ 50/60Hz FUSE: LEFT (MONO) RIGHT LEFT (MONO) RIGHT LEFT (MONO) RIGHT LEFT (MONO) RIGHT F0.5AL250V, 230V F1.0AL250V, 115V 6 Rubber panel plug with fuse holder for the power supply 7 Selector switch for the supply voltage of the device (115 V or 230 V, factory-set default setting).
Functions Functions The device amplifies and distributes up to four input signals in mono or stereo mode to the four integrated output channels. The output signals can be played on up to four headphones and/or be looped to four other audio devices with line level. In addition, the flexible switching matrix allows the inputs and outputs of the four channels to be interconnected or muted using the [INPUT SOURCE] rotary switch.
Technical specifications Technical specifications Input connections Power supply C14 rubber panel plug Audio signal 4 × 6.35-mm jack sockets Impedance: 47 kΩ (unbalanced) Peak-input level: +25 dB Gain-control range: +35 dB Output connections Headphones 4 × 6.35-mm jack sockets (stereo) Max.
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Technical specifications Power consumption 11.5 W Supply voltage 115/230 V 50/60 Hz Fuse 115 V: 5 mm× 20 mm, 1 A , 115 V, fast blow 230 V: 5 mm× 20 mm, 0,5 A, 230 V, fast blow Installation properties 19 inches, 1 RU Dimensions (W ×...
Plug and connection assignment Plug and connection assignment Introduction This chapter will help you select the right cables and plugs to connect your valuable equip‐ ment in such a way that a perfect sound experience is ensured. Please note these advices, because especially in ‘Sound & Light’ caution is indicated: Even if a plug fits into the socket, an incorrect connection may result in a destroyed power amp, a short circuit or ‘just’...
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Plug and connection assignment 1/4" TS phone plug (mono, unbalanced) Signal Ground, shielding 1/4" TRS phone plug (stereo, unbalanced) Signal (left) Signal (right) Ground Headphone Amplifier...
Protecting the environment Protecting the environment Disposal of the packing material Environmentally friendly materials have been chosen for the packaging. These materials can be sent for normal recycling. Ensure that plastic bags, packaging, etc. are disposed of in the proper manner. Do not dispose of these materials with your normal household waste, but make sure that they are collected for recycling.
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Protecting the environment Disposal of your old device This product is subject to the European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) as amended. Do not dispose of your old device with your normal household waste; instead, deliver it for controlled disposal by an approved waste disposal firm or through your local waste facility.
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