This device is supplied with a non-rewireable mains plug for the intended country. • Replacement mains leads can be obtained from your Perreaux dealer. Should you need to change the plug please dispose of it carefully. A plug with bared conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket.
DO NOT bypass any fuse, replace only with the value and type specified. • DO NOT attempt to repair the device. In the event of a problem, please contact your Perreaux dealer. • DO NOT operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.
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Allow at least 80mm (3 inches) above and to each side of the unit and mount the Audiant 80i on a flat surface for air circulation to allow heat to dissipate.
The Power switch turns power to the unit on and off. Mains Power Socket The Mains Power Socket is used with the removable mains power cord to supply your Audiant 80i integrated amplifier with power. Before connecting the 80i to the mains power, please check the voltage label on the rear panel to ensure that your amplifier conforms to the power supply in your area.
15 RS232 Port The RS232 port allows external serial control of the Audiant 80i for custom install use. A full command set is available on the Perreaux website. This port can also be used by Perreaux service personnel for software updates.
Operation - Front Panel Standby Button The Standby Button switches the unit between Standby mode (indicated by dim standby LED) and On (indicated by bright standby LED). Standby is a low-power mode where the power consumption is less than 1 Watt. The unit should be left in Standby mode when not in use. Source Buttons The Source Buttons allow you to select the source component that you wish to listen to.
Operation - Remote Control 1 Standby The Standby key switches the amplifier between On and Standby mode. 2 Source Up & Down The Source keys scroll through the source inputs. 3 Volume Up & Down The Volume keys adjust the volume level of the amplifier.
Protection System Your Audiant 80i integrated amplifier protection systems to ensure reliability and long life of the unit and the speakers it is connected to. The protection system comprises of five main protection methods. In all instances the protection state will be indicated by all source input LEDs flashing. Power to the amplifier will need to be cycled, by the standby button or power switch, to reset the protection state.
Troubleshooting There is no power Ensure the AC power cord is connected securely. Ensure the mains plug is fully inserted into the wall socket and is switched on. Check the mains fuse of the amplifier. Check fuse in the mains plug or adaptor. There is no sound Check that the source component is properly connected.
Technical Specifications All specifications are accurate at the time of printing. Perreaux Industries Ltd. reserves the right to adjust specifications without notice. All specifications measured at 230V after a 10 minute warm up period using an Audio Precision ATS-2 Audio Analyser. Measurements taken at 65kHz bandwidth, unless specified otherwise. Digital to analogue converter measurements taken using 24-bit/96kHz input signal.
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Digital to Analogue Converter (DAC) Input Sample Rate (maximum): 96kHz (Coax, Optical) 48kHz (USB) Input Word Length (maximum): 24-bit (Coax, Optical) 16-bit (USB) Digital to Analogue Conversion: 24-bit/96kHz (upsampled) Output Voltage: 1.95Vrms @ 0dBFS Total Harmonic Distortion (THD+N) Typically: 0.002% @ 1kHz, -20dBFS 20Hz to 20kHz: <0.004%, -20dBFS Frequency Response:...
Installation Notes Please record the serial number of your Audiant 80i integrated amplifier for future reference. Serial Number: __________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Contact Details Perreaux Industries Ltd. PO Box 305 Mosgiel Dunedin 9053...
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