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Important Safety Instructions
General Safety Instructions
Essential safety guidelines for operating the apparatus, covering warnings and precautions.
Back Panel
Power ON/OFF Switch
Controls power connection to the unit via the AC input.
AC INPUT & Fuse Holder
Connects to the AC outlet and houses the replaceable fuse.
IR INPUT
Accepts IR signals from repeater systems for remote control operation.
12V TRIGGER OUTPUT
Enables power on/off control of other connected devices.
SERVICE ONLY
Port reserved for service use or providing 5V DC power to USB devices.
USB-A INPUT
Accepts digital audio input from compatible mobile devices.
USB-B INPUT
Accepts digital audio input from computers (PCM and DSD formats).
USB 2.0/1.0 Button
Toggles the USB-B input between USB 2.0 and USB 1.0 compatibility.
COAX INPUT
Accepts S/PDIF digital audio input via a coaxial connection.
OPT-1 & OPT-2 INPUT
Accepts S/PDIF digital audio input via optical connections.
LOOP OUTPUT & LOOP INPUT
Allows insertion of an external audio processing device into the signal path.
PREAMP OUTPUT
Provides analog audio output to connect to external amplifiers or subwoofers.
AUX-1/HTB INPUT
Accepts line-level analog audio or Home Theater Bypass input.
AUX-2/PHONO INPUT
Accepts line-level analog audio or phono input from a turntable.
GROUND
Accepts the ground connection from a connected phonograph/turntable.
RIGHT & LEFT SPEAKER Outputs
Speaker binding posts for connecting speakers using various connector types.
Front Panel
On/Standby Button
Toggles the unit between On mode and Standby mode.
USB-B Button
Selects the USB-B input and indicates its status.
USB-A Button
Selects the USB-A input and indicates its status.
COAX Button
Selects the COAX input and indicates its status.
OPT-1 & OPT-2 Button
Selects the OPT-1 and OPT-2 inputs and indicates their status.
AUX-1/HTB Button
Selects the AUX-1 input or engages Home Theater Bypass mode.
IR Receiver
Window for receiving Infra-Red commands from remote controls.
AUX-2/PHONO Button
Selects AUX-2 input or engages PHONO input mode.
LOOP Button
Engages and disengages the LOOP OUTPUT/INPUT feature.
VOLUME Knob
Controls output level and provides mute functionality.
HEADPHONE Output
1/4” headphone output jack that mutes speaker outputs when used.
Remote Control
On/Standby Button
Toggles the unit between On and Standby modes.
Mute Button
Mutes and un-mutes all audio outputs.
Volume +/-
Increases and decreases the output volume level.
DIM Button
Adjusts the front panel LED brightness.
Asterisk Button
Adjusts the LED brightness of the optional Bluesound NODE 2i.
Transport Control Buttons
Controls playback of devices connected to USB inputs.
USB-B Button
Selects the USB-B input for audio playback.
USB-A Button
Selects the USB-A input for audio playback.
COAX Button
Selects the COAX digital audio input.
OPT-1 & OPT-2 Button
Selects the OPT-1 and OPT-2 digital audio inputs.
AUX-1/HTB Button
Selects AUX-1 input or Home Theater Bypass mode.
AUX-2/PHONO Button
Selects AUX-2 input or PHONO input mode.
LOOP Button
Engages and disengages the LOOP output/input.
PRESET Buttons 1-8
Select PRESETS for the optional Bluesound NODE 2i.
Useful Tips
USB Connections
Guides for connecting and configuring USB audio inputs on Windows PC and Mac.
Other Useful Tips
Advice on computer audio settings, ventilation, and product updates.
Troubleshooting
The nova will not power on
Solutions for issues where the unit fails to power on.
No sound
Troubleshooting steps for when no audio is output from the unit.
Remote control malfunction
Solutions for problems with the remote control not working.
Intermittent USB signal
Solutions for unstable or intermittent USB connections from a computer.
Hum/noise with computer
Troubleshooting steps for ground loop noise when using a computer.
Control clicks/pops
Explanation for audible clicks or pops from front panel controls.
Streaming device audio issues
Solutions for audio problems related to sample rate changes in streaming devices.
Random audio loss
Troubleshooting steps for intermittent audio dropouts.
USB-A device detection
Information on USB-A connection detection, charging, and potential issues.
Warranty and Repair
International Warranty
Details on product warranty coverage, duration, and exclusions.
Repair Process
Instructions for returning the product for service and repair.

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