Exposure XXXV Quick Start Manual

Thank you for buying the Exposure Integrated
Amplifier XXXV. Designed with the utmost care
and precision to provide you with all you need for
pure listening pleasure.
Before you start
Contents:
Exposure Integrated Amplifier XXXV
Mains cable HS-101 Exposure System

remote control

(batteries included)
Ensure your unit is switched off and that
the volume control knob is at its minimum.
Please note that your Exposure Integrated
Amplifier XXXV may take up to 48 hours to
"run-in" before reaching its optimal
performance. Each subsequent "run-in" will
then take about 30 minutes.
The Exposure Integrated Amplifier XXXV is
equipped with a heat sensor which will
automatically switch off the power amplifier section
when an abnormally high temperature is reached.
To reset the output, switch off the Amplifier and
allow it to cool for 10 to 15 minutes.
1

Installation

Exposure Integrated Amplifier XXXV: Front View
a) Turn volume
control to
minimum before
connecting or
disconnecting
any cables.
2

CD Player/Tuner/Tape/DVD Connection

The Exposure Integrated Amplifier XXXV is fitted with six-line level RCA Phono inputs,
suitable for connection of CD players, tuners and tape or DVD players.
Exposure Integrated Amplifier XXXV: Back View
Ground
Input
Terminal
a) Connect RCA Phono cables from source component
(CD Player/Tuner/Tape/Disc Recorder) to the
respective input.
b) Ensure left and right channels are connected correctly
(Right channel is marked in red).
c) The tape input is labeled TAPE PLAY.
CD Tape
Player Deck
Satelite/
Tuner Cable TV
DVD Turntable*/
Player Video Player
* Turntable connection requires the installation of an
optional MM or MC Phono Card.
b) Connect the mains c) Connect to the
cable to the IEC mains outlet on the
mains input socket. wall. DO NOT
switch on until all
input and output
connections are
made.
Output
TAPE REC provides line level output signals for recording.
PRE OUT provides left and right channel output signals
appropriate for connection to Exposure Dual
Mono Power Amplifier XXVIII
(for future proof upgrade).
3

Loudspeaker Connection

Right Speaker
Rear of Exposure Integrated Amplifier XXXV
+ -
Pre-Out Right Left
SPK 1 SPK 2 SPK 1 SPK 2
+ +
- -
a) Connect left and right loudspeakers to corresponding
left and right speaker outputs on amplifier.
b) Connect (+) terminal of loudspeaker to (+) terminal of the
amplifier.
c) Connect (-) terminal of loudspeaker to (-) terminal of the
amplifier.
Bi-wired connection
Bi-wiring may provide a useful gain in subjective
performance. Should you choose this option, please refer
to the "Extended Set-Up" instructions overleaf.
Bi-amping of Loudspeakers
Bi-amping of loudspeakers using an Integrated XXXV and
a Dual Mono Power Amplifier XXVIII provides a useful gain
in subjective performance. For this operation, please refer
to the "Extended Set-Up" instructions overleaf.
4

Operation

a) Turn amplifier volume control
to minimum.
b) Press power switch. The LED power
indicator will light up. The amplifier
output relay will activate after a
6-second delay.
c) Without playing any CD/Tape/Disc,
turn the volume control knob slowly
clockwise to around 30%. It is normal
to hear a faint hiss.
d) Turn the source selection knob to select
a live source component.
(CD Player/Tuner/Tape/DVD/etc)
e) Audio should now be heard when the
source component is played.
5
Remote Control
The source selection knobs will rotate to match
selections made on remote control.
Red Button
Mutes the volume output
to minimum. Press again
to reactivate volume
output to its previous level.
Green Buttons
Left Speaker
Increase/decrease the
volume. Indicator light will
flash as volume is adjusted.
+ -
Black Buttons
Select input sources.
Indicator light will flash on
the Integrated Amplifier as
the selector switch rotates.

Intallation Notes

• Installation of a MC or MM Phono Module: For
details, please refer to the "Extended Set-Up"
section overleaf or contact your dealer.
• AUX 1 input can be converted to accept moving
coil or moving magnet cartridge signals through
the addition of an internal module. Please contact
your dealer for more information.
• A ground terminal is provided for connection to a
turntable arm wire or RCA ground only.