User`s Manual
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1. In case you purchased the optional phono module please use input 1 for connecting your turntable as mentioned above Additionally the turntable chassis has to be connected to the SAM s earth screw labeled GND to prevent hum The phono module fits perfectly to all MM and MC systems available It offers independent settings of the parameters gain input resistance and input impedance For detailed description please refer to the manual shipped with the module Bi Amping Bi Wiring Headphones Connect the left and right speakers to the appropriate gold plated WBT terminals at the rear Please make sure that the red outputs of the SAM are connected to the positive inputs of the loudspeakers usually red and the white outputs are connected to the negative loudspeaker inputs usually white or black Wrong polarization will result in severe loss of sound quality The nominal loudspeaker impedance must be 4 ohms or higher Although the SAM has a protections circuit to prevent damage of the system always switch off the unit while working on the loudspeaker ca bles Please make sure that all cables are in absolute best condition Bro ken shields or short cut loudspeaker cables could damage loudspeakers or the SAM Never use force or tools for tightening the terminal screws In case you want to use an external power amplifier for bi amping pur poses connect the Pre Out outputs at the rear of the SAM to the inputs of2. many exciting listening experiences with your Audionet products Technical Data Function Power Freq response Damping factor Distortion spectrum Noise Channel separation Input impedance Inputs Outputs Speakers output Headphones out Power supply Dimensions Weight Finish Front Knobs and keys Top Chassis Options High End modular stereo amplifier 2 x 110 Watt into 8 Ohms 2 x 200 Watt into 4 Ohms 0 500 000Hz 3dB typ 1000 at 100Hz 8 Ohms k2 typ 100dB k3 typ 120dB at 25W 4 Ohms gt 112dB A at10Vems gt 90dB for kHz 10kOhms 150pF 6 x LINE IN Cinch RCA gold plated 2 x DIGITAL IN optional 1 x REC OUT for recorders 1 x PRE OUT for external power amplifiers WBT terminals gold plated 1x 6 3mm stereo 32 600 Ohms rear side 220 240 Volts 50 60 Hz 5W Stand By 700W max 430mm x 110mm x 360mm WxHxD 16kg brushed aluminum 10mm thick natural or black elox Aluminum natural or black brushed aluminum plates black 2mm steel black Massive remote control for all functions Phono plug in module MM and MC D A converter plug in module AUCIONET is a trademark of Idektron GmbH amp Co KG Engineered and produced by Idektron GmbH amp Co KG Herner Str 299 Gebaude 6 44809 Bochum Germany www audionet de contact audionet de 10
3. AUCIONET Stereo Amplifier User s Manual User s Manual Audionet is proud to welcome you in the world of German high end Your Audionet SAM Stereo AMplifier is designed for natural and audiophile music reproduction in conjunction with safe operation and perfect long term stability The SAM combines excellent high frequency capabilities with total control of your loudspeakers We strongly recommend to read the manual and precautions carefully first The SAM is a complex unit and offers various uncommon features which enable you to adjust the device to your personal preferences In case of difficulties please do not hesitate to contact your dealer or our factory directly Placement Installation Mains phase recognition Installation and power supply Please make sure that your Audionet SAM is installed at a place that is sufficiently ventilated to allow the heat to dissipate Connect the power jack at the rear to your wall outlet You should either use the provided power cord or another one meeting your home country s specifications Tuning with audiophile power cords can lead to im proved sound field Please ask your dealer for assistance The power specifications at the rear must meet to your home country s specifications The SAM is a Class I system and must be earthed Please ensure a stable earth connection The Audionet SAM indicates a wrong polarization of the mains lead If you read Attention Mains Phase
4. e Turn the knob volume at the front panel to adjust the volume level The volume is indicated in dB in the display The range is 80 0dB where 80dB is the greatest possible attenuation 0dB means maximum volume Please make sure that the volume is turned down counterclockwise be fore you switch on your SAM the first time Please choose your input channel with the knob inpur at the front panel The inputs are switched by precise gold plated relays You can perceive their clicks from within the unit The current input is shown by the display in number plus text form The text can be adjusted to your preferences see below Using the optional remote control you can control all functions of your SAM from a distance of up to 10 meters The ser function is operated using short and long key presses To select the channels 7 and 8 digital inputs if DAC module is mounted please press the keys 5 and 6 long respectively The remote control offers an additional function mure After pressing the mute key the volume is reduced to 80dB automatically Press this key again to get back to the previous volume Programming of special features Overview Your Audionet SAM is adjustable to meet your personal requirements using a computer controlled menu The settings remain active even when this unit is switched off or disconnected from the mains In detail there are the following possibilities e Output selection S
5. incorrect when pow ering up switch off the SAM and flip the plug in your wall outlet The correct polarizing of mains is important for reasons of audio clarity and stability Inputs Recorders Turntable Connecting the speakers Overview For adding or removing connections your SAM must be switched off or at least the volume has to be turned down completely Your SAM is equipped with 6 high level RCA inputs marked 1 6 The inputs 2 5 are of the same kind however input 6 is reserved for re cording systems such as tape decks or DAT recorders see below In the case you purchased the optional phono module please use input 1 for connecting your turntable Otherwise input 1 can be used as a regular input Please connect your audio sources to the inputs of your Audionet SAM Do not care about the order because it is possible to assign dedicated names to the inputs later on The line out of a tape video or DAT recorder has to be connected to input 6 For this unit the SAM delivers an output signal at the sockets REC OUT Connect this output to the line in of your recorder If the recorder is connected to input 6 the recorder will be prevented from recording itself For input 6 the REC OUT is disabled muted If you connected the recorder to input 3 for instance the recorder would get its own output signal routed back on the input If the recorder is set into record mode this could cause dangerous feedback oscillations
6. peakers headphones or both e Adjust brightness of display also switching it off e Individual selection of a text for each input up to 14 characters in length e Auto power on when SAM gets mains supply for timer usage e Enable Disable Pre Out outputs and digital inputs 7 and 8 if optional DAC board is mounted e Choose between two texts for stand by mode User setup The settings frequently used are reached by a short key press on ser Then please use the input knob or the volume up and down keys on the remote control and follow the diagram below Select by short ser Select by input ET OUTPUT Speakers Speakers only Headphones Headphones only Seaker Phones both Select display brightnes Display off If no changes are made for 10 seconds your SAM will automatically exit the programming menu Edit name for inputs System setup WARNING Long term usage of the display set to maximum brightness setting 100 may cause extended signs of wear resulting in a decay of contrast or brightness of individual dots in the display Do not use the display with a brightness set higher than the factory default setting of 50 over a longer period of time With a long key press on ser you get to into the edit mode for each in put names A marks the current character to be changed Turn the input knob or the volume up and down keys on the remote control to choose a characte
7. r Press ser shortly or the mute key on the remote control to move the one step to the right Use the numeric keys on the remote control to directly choose an input while editing its name For further system preferences use a long key press on ser The systems settings used less frequently are reached by leaving the text edit mode with a long key press on ser Then please use the inpur knob or the volume up and down keys on the remote control and follow the diagram below Select by short ser Select by input Pre Out active Pre Out off ET AUTOSTART ti SAM will power on automati cally on mains on for timer use SAM goes into stand by on mains on ET DAC OPTI available DAC Board available missing DAC Board missing AUDIONET Choose between two texts to D be displayed in stand by mode If no changes are made for 10 seconds your SAM will automatically exit the programming menu Precautions e Prevent children playing with plastic bags e Please store and operate this unit in a dry room at reasonable room temperature e Avoid moisture or any liquid to get into this unit e Set up this unit in a free position Do not cover the top e Do not open the case No user serviceable parts inside e Unauthorised opening voids warranty e Do not short circuit the output terminals e Please use a dry cloth for cleaning We would like to wish you
8. your external power amplifier Before using you have to enable them by selecting active for the Pre Out option in the system setup menu see System setup The Pre Out output deliver a signal controlled by the volume knob to drive the external power ampilfier For bi wiring the loudspeakers with your Audionet SAM please use two loudspeaker cables Insert the cable to the tweeters from the rear using banana plugs and mount the cables to the bass speakers from the side In doubt please ask your dealer for assistance A 6 3 mm headphone jack is located at the rear of your SAM The signal at this socket can be switched on and off to allow the headphones to be plugged in permanently Switching is easily done from the front using the ser button Please refer to the paragraph Programming of special fea tures Please be aware of listening music via headphones can seriously damage your ears Control the volume at the front so that a level of 95dB SPL is not exceeded The program can start suddenly Power Volume Input selection Remote control Operating At first please put the mains switch at the rear of the SAM to position 1 The switch is located above the mains socket After a sort time Audionet is displayed indicating the stand by mode For switching your SAM on and off please use the power button at the front panel The main switch does not need to be used unless you are absent for a long tim
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