Krell Industries HTS 2 Instructions For Use Manual page 6

Definition of Terms, continued
Multi-channel (DB-25)
A balanced input or output circuit that allows for the simultaneous connection of all
audio outputs plus one 5 VDC (5 Volt trigger) via a single cable. DB-25 inputs and
outputs are becoming popular for connecting an audio/video surround sound processor
and power amplifiers, simplifying the integration of the two components into your
system.
Single-ended
A two-wire input or output circuit. Use care when using single-ended connections as the
ground connection is made last and broken first. Turn the system off prior to making or
breaking single-ended connections. Single-ended connections are not recommended
for connections requiring long cable runs.
OPERATION
Off
When the power switch on the back panel is placed in the down position and LEDs turn
off, the component is off.
Stand-by Mode
When the HTS is connected to AC power and the back panel power switch is in the up
(on) position, the red stand-by LED illuminates. This indicates that the component is
stand-by mode, a low power consumption status that keeps the audio and regulator
circuits at idle. Krell recommends leaving the component in the stand-by mode when it
is not playing music.
Operational Mode
When the component is in the stand-by mode, and you press the power button on the
front panel or the power key on the remote control, the blue power LED illuminates. The
component is in the operational mode and is ready to play music.
TECHNOLOGY
Krell Current Mode
A proprietary Krell circuit topology in which the audio gain stages of a component
operate in the current rather than the voltage domain. This unique technology provides
the component with exceptional speed and a wide bandwidth.
Krell HEAT
The Krell term HEAT, or High End Audio Theater, is a design application incorporated
into Krell components to enhance multi-channel home entertainment systems. A Krell
HEAT system is an integrated home theater system consisting of a state-of-the-art Krell
preamp/processor and matching amplifiers that reproduce two channel and multi-
channel sources with audiophile sound quality, placing the audience in the middle of a
lifelike environment.
2 Krell Home Theater Standard