Page 1 - Product Identification and Support Information
Identification details, model reference, support resources, registration information, and recycling guidance.
Page 2 - Warranty Information
Details on obtaining warranty service, the necessity of retaining proof of purchase, and consumer rights regarding warranty terms.
Page 3 - CE Marking and Safety Warnings
Compliance with CE marking and safety precautions against moisture exposure, object insertion into vents, handling mains leads, flame proximity, battery disposal, and clearance distances.
Page 4 - Appliance Safety Precautions
Safety warnings regarding exposure to moisture, ventilation openings, flammable materials, and maintaining required clearance space around the unit.
Page 5 - Instruction Manual Table of Contents
Overview of manual sections including Features, Before Use, Connections, Basic Operation, Troubleshooting, and Specifications & Dimensional Drawings.
Page 6 - Initial Setup Requirements
Foreword emphasizing reading instructions before power connection, mains voltage requirements (230V AC only), and copyright notices.
Page 7 - Amplifier Features and Circuitry
Details on HDAM circuitry, dual amplifier structure, current feedback phono equalizer, input buffers, control volume, tone control, power supply, bi-amp capability, and display.
Page 8 - Safety and Handling Instructions
Precautions against placing the device in direct sunlight or heat, handling batteries safely, required accessories, and avoiding contact with hot spots during operation.
Page 9 - Audio Input Wiring Standards
Instructions for preparing and connecting audio equipment focusing on XLR balanced input jacks, correct connection methods for USA versus Europe, and minimum impedance requirements for speakers.
Page 10 - Speaker Connection and Positioning
Optimal speaker connection methods, bi-wiring/bi-amp connections, recommended speaker placement according to standards, and information on broadcasting standards.
Page 11 - General Audio System Wiring Diagram
Wiring diagrams for connecting various audio devices like record players and CD players to the system, including inputs, speaker terminals, and active subwoofer connections.
Page 12 - 5.1 Multi-channel Setup Configuration
Wiring and configuration instructions for connecting three speakers in a 5.1 setup with an SACD player and active subwoofer, including ID settings and switch positions.
Page 13 - Stereo Bi-amp Connection Setup
Complete bi-amp connection setup using two amplifiers, showing wiring diagrams and steps for connecting components and preparing speakers for operation.
Page 14 - Front Panel Controls and Labeling
Names and functions of front panel parts including power, display, input selection, volume, tone, speaker output, attenuation controls, linked by numbered callouts.
Page 15 - Control Functions and Indicators
Functions of control buttons and indicators for pre-output/recorder output, phono equalizer settings, side illumination, display functions, volume indication, and power indicators.
Page 16 - Rear Panel Components and Terminals
Labels and descriptions for rear panel components including input/output jacks (PHONO, BALANCED, CD, LINE, RECORDER), PREOUTs, SPEAKER SYSTEMS terminals, F.C.B.S. jacks, mode switch, and AC IN socket.
Page 17 - Remote Controller Functions
Functions of buttons on the remote controller for controlling compatible audio and DVD devices, trimming modes, component-specific functions, and battery loading instructions.
Page 18 - Input Device Button Functions
Functions of buttons for Super Audio CD players and DVD players when connected via LINE 2 or BALANCED INPUT jacks, including associated button tables and remote battery usage cautions.
Page 19 - Basic Playback Operations
Step-by-step instructions for powering on the device, selecting input sources, adjusting volume and tone, using speakers, and viewing diagrams of the unit and remote.
Page 20 - Audio Recording Procedures
Steps for recording audio from a Super Audio CD player to a CD-R using the recorder and remote, including loading discs, playback/recording initiation, speaker use, and volume adjustment.
Page 21 - Floating Control Bus System and Bi-amp Mode
Explanation of the Floating Control Bus System (FCBS) for connecting multiple units, master/slave operation, power sequencing, and technical setup for bi-amp mode.
Page 22 - Display Illumination and Attenuation Settings
Instructions for adjusting attenuation levels via the ATT button and operating side illumination modes (always-ON/always-OFF) using the DISPLAY button.
Page 23 - Volume Trimming Procedures
Steps for trimming left and right channel volumes in 0.5 dB increments, handling multiple units, and using remote buttons like TRIM, ENTER, and EXIT for level adjustment.
Page 24 - Bass and Treble Adjustment
Step-by-step instructions for trimming bass and treble levels using the TRIM and ENTER buttons, including visual examples of display settings for both adjustments.
Page 25 - Display Configuration Settings
Instructions for adjusting display contrast and setting the device ID number, including necessary button presses and knob adjustments related to multi-unit configuration.
Page 26 - Troubleshooting Guide
Guidance for diagnosing common issues like power failure, no sound, volume imbalance, and amplifier overheating using on-screen indicators, and steps for system reset.
Page 27 - FCBS Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Troubleshooting error messages related to multiple units connected via FCBS, along with guidelines for cleaning external surfaces and authorized repair procedures.
Page 28 - Technical Specifications and Dimensions
Performance metrics including power output, frequency response, input/output sensitivity, tone control, and physical dimensions such as width, height, depth, and weight.
Page 29 - Contact and Legal Information
Contact information for authorized distributors in Japan, the U.S.A., and Europe, company website details, trademark notice, printing details, and recycling symbol.