Audionet Link................12 Operating................... 13 Powering up................13 Switching on/off ................. 13 Mains phase detection ..............14 Using Audionet link ..............15 AutoStart function ..............15 Warm Up countdown ..............15 Protection system..............17 Setup menu................18 Set Dim Level................20 Set Display..................
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Technical information .............. 24 Design..................24 Circuitry..................24 Power supply ................24 Handling ..................24 Security advice ................25 Technical data ................26...
Audionet's finest traditions, the AMP VII proofs to be an audiophile mate for high quality multichannel music reproduction. The modular design allows the user to configure the AMP VII from at least 4 channels up to the maximum of 7 channels. If required, expanding...
· Always use the plastic bag to prevent scratches on the housing. · Please allow the AMP VII to adapt to the climatic conditions in your listening room before you switch on the unit for the first time after transport.
Overview control elements 2.1 Frontpanel Display AMP VII Multichannel power amplifier power power key Mains switch Note · The mains switch is located at the front right side on the bottom of the unit.
· Please make sure that the microprocessor controlled fan units on the bottom side of the AMP VII are able to intake cool air without any obstruction. Particularly avoid placing the unit onto soft surfaces like furry carpets or similar squashy materials the AMP VII might sink in.
· The AMP VII is a Class I unit and must be earthed. Please ensure a stable earth connection. Phase ('hot' pin) is marked 'phase' ( 22 and 24 ) on the back panel for each mains input.
The input may be selected for each channel individually. 5.2 Speaker terminals Now connect your speakers to the gold plated terminals 15 bis 21 on the back panel of the AMP VII. You can use both banana plugs or spades as well as simple cable ends.
Note · Look out for the correct connection of your speaker cables. Usually the terminals of your speakers are marked '+' and '-'. The AMP VII uses the same marks. · Wrong speaker polarization will result in severe loss of sound quality! Important ·...
(see section 'Installation and power supply' on page 9 und Section 'Inputs and outputs' on page 11). The AMP VII is a stand-by unit. Please operate the mains switch on the bottom side. The display shows for a brief moment a welcome message.
Note · Please wait until the end of the discharging process, before you switch on the AMP VII again by pressing the power key on the front panel. 6.3 Mains phase detection The correct polarization of mains is important for reasons of audio clarity and stability.
· Independently from the 'Audionet Link' interface, you can switch on/off your AMP VII at any time using the power key on the front panel. 6.5 AutoStart function If the AutoStart function is active, the AMP VII starts up automatically to normal operating mode and does not stay in stand-by mode right after the unit is connected to mains power (e.g.
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minutes in steps of 15 min. The following diagram explains the possible countdown timer settings: 01 hour 15 min 01 hour 15 min 01 hour 15 min 11 hours 15 min 02 hours 15 min 01 hour 30 min 91 hours 15 min 00 hours 15 min 01 hour 00 min 10-hours setting...
Power Failure! (temporary) breakdown of mains Even after powering down the AMP VII, the error message will still be in the display. Press the power key on the front panel to reset the display to indicating the stand-by mode.
12 seconds or navigate to menu item Exit... and select it. Note · In case you stop editing any user settings the AMP VII leaves the setup menu automatically after 12 seconds and returns to normal op- erating mode. ·...
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The following diagram gives an overview of the structure of the setup menu. The subsequent sections explain all options of the setup menu in detail. Active Set Dim Level 100% Select display brightness (5 steps) Set Display Standard Standard display mode Temperature Temperatur display mode Select Module...
While the 'display saver' is active, the display shows, depending on the selected display mode (Set Display), either Active or the temperature of the AMP VII in the form of Temp Cool/Ok/High. The display brightness is automatically reduced to 25% , and the lo- cation of the information text changes randomly every 12 seconds to prevent any 'burn-in' effect of the display.
· The temperature display mode gives the user a clue about the thermal load of the AMP VII. It depends on the placement, air flow and cool- ing, surrounding temperature and the number of installed modules in the AMP VII. Nevertheless, the full musical performance is achievd even if the display reports Temperature Cool.
The pins are marked with the same number as in the diagram above. 8.4 Set AutoStart If the AutoStart function is active, the AMP VII starts up automatically to normal operating mode right after the unit is connected to mains power (e.g.
Note · Approx. every 12 seconds the stand-by mode indicator changes posi- tion randomly in the display to prevent any 'burnin' effect (see section 'Set Dim Level' on page 20). 8.6 Overview factory defaults Option Einstellung SET DIM LEVEL SET DISPLAY Standard SET INPUT Line (Cinch)
The microprocessor controls all functions and constantly monitors DC level, high frequency, temperature and overload and switches off the AMP VII from mains in case an error is detected. The display issues error messages in plain text. Automatic power on/off is provided via the Audionet Link interface.
· Do not short-circuit the outputs! · During connecting or removing loudspeakers and/or the pre amplifier your AMP VII must be switched off to prevent damage to the ampli- fier or the connected units. · Use dry cloth for cleaning! We would like to wish you many exciting listening experiences with your new Audionet product.
2-lines vaccum fluorescent display Features remote control via Audionet Link (optical) timer function (Warm Up countdown) AutoStart function for Timer control Errors and omissions excepted. Specifications and design are subject to changes without prior notice.
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