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- Page 1 user manual english hybrid Vacuum Tube amplifier With integrated iPod™ Dock and speakers...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Page Kit contents ....... .3 Safety instructions ......4 Amplifier controls......5 Remote control......6 Amplifier connections ..... .7 How to use ....... . .8 Maintenance .......9 Troubleshooting......Specifications......Service ........Congratulations on your choice of the Fatman iTube by TL Audio. We have used years of audio engineering experience to bring you a product that will truly enhance your listening experience. In order to obtain the best performance from this system please read this owners manual thoroughly and use your iTube only in accordance with its instructions. -
Page 3: Kit Contents
user manual english Kit Contents • iTube Vacuum Tube Amplifier with iPod dock • High quality directional speaker cables • Aux source audio cable for connection of portable media devices (Phone/MP3/CD) and Computer • Video cable to connect between amplifier and TV screen • Red-i sonically matched speakers for optimum performance... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
Please read the following precautions before attempting power supply as indicated on the unit. Unplug the to operate the iTube. iTube when not in use for a long period. Always make sure power cables are placed safely and are not • Read instructions - All safety and operating obstructing a walkway instructions should be read thoroughly before attempting to operate the Fatman iTube • This product can get hot. Do not touch the tubes and keep away from babies and children • Retain Instructions in a safe place for future reference • To avoid risk of electric shock, do not attempt to • Follow all instructions detailed in this manual remover the cover or the back of unit - there are no • Observe all safety warnings given in this manual user serviceable parts • This unit should NOT be situated in close proximity to • When this product is moved from a cool to a warm water. Avoid placement near bathtubs, sinks, washing place, condensation may occur on the surface of machines, swimming pool, etc. the vacuum tube. In this instance, please allow 1 hour before attempting to operate the unit. This will • Avoid exposure to direct sunlight or to extremes of avoid leakage or blowout of the vacuum tube due to temperature or humidity sudden heat • Do not place near direct heat sources such as • The iTube should be serviced by an authorised... -
Page 5: Amplifier Controls
user manual english amplifier controls IR receiver LED Power button Input select Volume FRONT PANEL The indicator light above the power switch will illuminate when the power is ON. To switch power OFF, simply turn switch in the alternate direction. Before switching on the power, please set the volume control to a low setting to avoid damage to your speakers. Please note that a speaker protection circuit will mute speaker sound for a few seconds after power is switched ON. Speaker Outputs AC Power Input S-Video Output Line Inputs Composite Video Output REAR PANEL ATTENTION: Your iTube should only be re-started 5 minutes after switching off, to NOTE: avoid damaging the tubes. -
Page 6: Remote Control
remote Control Next/Fast Stop Select Down Menu Back Mute Foward menu Light Play / Pause Power Previous/ Repeat Shuffle Volume Bass Treble Button Rewind Menu Control speaker functions Control iPod functions Power Button Press to turn on the iTube, When an iPod is docked into the dock and dock is turned power indicator will illuminate. on, some iPod functions can be controlled using the speaker system’s remote control. Master Volume Press the “+” button to increase master volume Press the “-” button to decrease... -
Page 7: Amplifier Connections
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Page 8: How To Use
how to use CONNECTIONS SPEAKERS • Before attempting to make any connections to • When connecting speakers, ensure they have an or from the iTube firstly ensure that the iTube impedance of between 4 & 8 ohms. and all connecting devices are switched OFF. • Connect the speakers to the terminals using • When making connections to other devices either the supplied speaker cable (banana plug) from the iTube, take the time to ensure that or high quality, bare(stripped) speaker wire. they are correct. For instance, (L) Left to (L) left, (Please note that if your speaker wires are not and (R) right to (R) right. connected properly you may hear no sound, or if polarities are reversed, you will hear oddities • Make sure connecting pins on wires are clean in the signal path with an unnatural loss of bass and dust free and that all connectors are frequencies. inserted into the iTube fully and correctly. • When using bare speaker wires, fit at least • Always turn both the power switches to the 1.6mm of insulation inside the speaker terminals OFF position on the units when connecting or so that no bare wire is visible. disconnecting the iTube tube amp or the power supply. • Make sure the wire holders are firmly screwed in to prevent wires from becoming loose. If wires touch each other, the speakers and/or iTube POWER... -
Page 9: Maintenance
user manual english maintenance • Switch off units when out of use • Allow units to cool completely before cleaning • Clean using a soft cloth or supplied brush periodically • When cleaning the Vacuum tube, take great care, please only gently shake the tube to take it down and then install tubes in the same way after clean • Do not attempt to clean the products with chemical solvents - this may damage the finish of the iTube... -
Page 10: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If your iTube fails to operate normally, please check the following points to determine if the fault can be corrected with one of the simple suggestions below. If you feel your unit is still faulty after reading this, please contact your authorised dealer or service centre. SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY No Power - Power adaptor is not connected - Make sure power is firmly plugged in. - Front LED is off properly - Test with another appliance/different - Mains supply is off socket. - If from remote, battery needs - Replace battery replacing No Sound from speaker - Volume control is turned down - Turn volume up slowly until desired level system - Speakers are not connected - Check wires are firmly and correctly properly inserted - ‘Input Select’ incorrect - Ensure that you have control selected to either iPod dock or Aux, depending on which you are using. - Page 11 user manual english SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Sound is distorted - Volume level on iTube is - Decrease the volume to a too high more appropriate level - Sound source is distorted - WAV and MIDI files are often of poor quality; therefore distortion and noise are easily noticed through a high quality system. Try a different audio source such as music CD Radio Interference - Too close to a radio tower - Move speakers to different positions to see if interference Remote control doesn’t - Low battery - Replace battery work - Remote is not pointing in correct - Point the remote control towards the direction or within range docking station within 20ft of the unit TV can not display - Bad connection - Check connection if iPod is in...
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Page 12: Specifications
specification • Power Output: 25Wx2 • Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20KHz (±1.5dB) • Harmonic Distortion: ≤0.5% • Signal-To-Noise Ratio: ≥86dB • Input Impedance: • Output Impedance: 4 , 8 • Valve Type: 1x6E2 , 2x6N2 • Power Supply: AC100~120V/50~60Hz AC220~240V/50~60Hz •...
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