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  • Page 1 Indigo Digital Preamplifier...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ........................4 INVENTORY ............................4 WHEN SETTING UP ..........................5 SAFETY WARNINGS ........................... 6 AC POWER CONNECTION ........................ 7 AC CONNECTOR ..........................7 ............................7 OWERING UP ..........................7 OWERING DOWN CONNECTING YOUR EQUIPMENT ....................8 DIGITAL INPUT CONNECTIONS ..................... 9 USB ..............................

  • Page 4: Product Description

    The Indigo is fully featured including a revolutionary digital iPod dock with wireless radio link option. Using the Chord modified iPod (option) a true digital output can be obtained to feed directly into our DAC circuitry. We have chosen to modify the iPod to gain this direct digital feed so that unlike other USB based products it does not interfere with the control and operation of the iPod.

  • Page 5: When Setting Up

    Indigo directly on a carpet. AC lead and plug All Chord equipment comes supplied with the correct power lead and plug. This should be used at all times. If you need to fit a plug for UK/Europe...

  • Page 6: Safety Warnings

    Safety Warnings It is important that your Indigo is earthed at all times via its own mains lead. Failure to do this may be hazardous. The power supply components within the Indigo are designed to operate at lethal voltages and energy levels. Circuit designs that embody these components conform to applicable safety requirements.

  • Page 7: Ac Power Connection

    AC Power connection The AC power connector of Indigo is at the back of the unit. Plug the female end (socket) of the power cord into the power connector of the preamplifier, and the male end(plug) of the power cord into AC wall socket or AC extension socket.

  • Page 8: Connecting Your Equipment

    Chord amplifiers are supplied with and designed to be connected using balanced inputs. The interconnecting cables you use will depend on the available input and output sockets on your other equipment. We have installed unbalanced inputs on all Chord equipment, thus enabling you to mix Chord Electronics and other manufacturer’s equipment.

  • Page 9: Digital Input Connections

    Digital Input Connections The Indigo features several types of digital input connection explained in more detail below. DUAL OPT.1 OPT.2 AES1 AES2 COAX Using the cable provided connect this to an available USB port on your PC or MAC. Audio playback on the computer will now be sent digitally via the USB connection to the Indigo.

  • Page 10: Analogue Input Connections

    Analogue Input Connections The Indigo features an analogue input for connection to a non digital source. You can connect using balanced cables or RCA phono cables. Connect your analogue source to the input shown. ANALOGUE INPUTS...

  • Page 11: Output Connections

    Output Connections The Indigo features line level outputs for connection to another preamplifier or AV processor and preamplified outputs that are controlled via the volume control to connect directly to a power amplifier. Both sets of outputs are available as XLR balanced or RCA phono connections. Note: For optimum performance it is recommended that the balanced outputs are used where possible.

  • Page 12: Headphones

    The iPod will automatically start charging. The dock supports both the analogue line level outputs from the iPod and also the digital connection if you are using the Chord modified iPod. These outputs can be selected using the front panel or remote control.

  • Page 13: Wireless Radio Connections

    Wireless Radio Connections The Indigo features both a Bluetooth A2DP receiver and also a custom digital RF link for the Chord modified iPod. Both systems are independent of each other and can be used at the same time without interference. The provided antennas should be attached to the rear before using either system.

  • Page 14: Everyday Use Of Your Indigo

    Bluetooth A2DP input. Use this input to stream wireless bluetooth audio. ( See Bluetooth Pairing Procedure below) IPDIG For use with the Chord modified iPod. Works both when the iPod is docked and also with the wireless digital RF link. IPANA For use with standard iPods when docked.

  • Page 15: Bluetooth Input Pairing Procedure

    Bluetooth Input Pairing Procedure Select the Bluetooth (BLTH) input and then referring to your mobile phone (or Bluetooth device) instructions, search for new paired devices. The Indigo will be identified as Indigo then a number. Select your Indigo and enter the passcode when prompted by your phone (the passcode is set to “0000”) Confirm that you wish to connect to the Indigo device.

  • Page 16: Special Functions

    IROFF IR ON/IROFF – Indigo uses the same infra red (IR) remote control signals as other Chord preamplifiers so if you wish to use it in conjunction with a preamplifier then you can disable the IR receiver so only the buttons and manual volume control will work avoiding any interference between the two products.

  • Page 17: Using The Remote Control

    Using the remote control The Indigo is supplied with the system remote control that is a universal controller for all Chord products, televisions and DVD players. Full instructions can be found in the System Remote Manual supplied but for the purposes of controlling the Indigo the main functions are listed on the next page.

  • Page 18: Selecting The Input Source

    Selecting the input source Press the Line- or Line+ keys on the centre control to cycle through the inputs. Adjusting the volume Press the Vol+ button on the centre control to increase the volume, press the Vol- button on the centre control to decrease the volume.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Simply push the button on the bottom of your remote control to release the battery cover. Replace with four new AAA batteries as shown inside the battery compartment. Servicing There are no user serviceable parts in your Chord amplifier, and it should only be serviced by Chord Electronics Limited or their expressly approved Service Agents. Frequently asked questions why aren’t any of the remote control buttons working?

  • Page 20: Product Specification

    OPERATING VOLTAGE WEIGHT 12 Kg iPod and iPhone are trademarks of the Apple Corporation Inc. Bluetooth is a trademark of SIG. R203WWJN000006 Chord Electronics limited The Pumphouse Farleigh Bridge Farleigh Lane East Farleigh Kent ME16 9NB Tel: +44 (0)1622 721444...

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