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Architect   210   EQ   

2   CHANNEL   HIGH-­‐POWER   AMPLIFIER   WITH   EQ   

The   AudioControl   Architect   Model   210   EQ   is   a   
high   power,   240   wabs   into   2   ohms,   amplifier   that      

delivers   superb   sound   quality   while   driving   up   to   8   
speakers   (stable   into   2   ohms).   

A   fully   integrated   six-­‐band   equalizer   is   engineered   for      
op`mal   performance   from   smaller   and   in-­‐wall      

loudspeakers   

The   Architect   210   EQ   is   also   available   with   Energy   Star      
Cer`fica`on   as   an   op`on   opera`ng   at   under   1   Wab   in      
standby.   

2   Channels   

   High   Current   Design   

   240   Wabs   Per   

Channel   into   2   Ohms      (8   Speakers)   

   6-­‐Band   

Speaker   Equaliza`on   

   Cool   Running   

   LightDrive   An`   

Clipping   

   2U   Rack   Space   

   PFM   Subsonic   Filter   for   

Speaker   Protec`on   

   Signal   Sense   Turn-­‐on   

   Blue   LED   

   

Architect   1680   EQ   

16   CHANNEL   AMPLIFIER   WITH   SPEAKER   EQ   

The   Architect   Model   1680   EQ   mul`-­‐room   amplifier   
squeezes   16-­‐channels   of   cool   running   power   with   
discrete   zone   equaliza`on   controls   into   just   three   

rack   spaces.      

With   power   output   levels   of   at   least   65   wabs   per   
channel   into   8   ohms,   and   even   more   into   lower   
impedances,   the   Architect   Model   1680   EQ   delivers   

robust   power   levels   and   pris`ne   sonics   

16   Channels   

   65   Wabs   Per   Channel,   All   Channels   

Driven   

   Bridgeable   for   Increased   Power   

   Cool   

Running,   Class   H   Topology   

   5-­‐Band   Speaker   

Equaliza`on   

   Compact   3U   Rack   Space   

   LightDrive   

An`-­‐Clipping   Protec`on   

   Blue   LED   

   Less   Than   1   

Wab   in   Standby

   

AudioControl   User   Manual   -­‐   Rialto   400   

18   

More   

Making   Good   Sound   Great   

at   AudioControl   

Director   Model   D3400   &   D4400   

16   CHANNEL   NETWORK   AMPLIFIER   /   SPEAKER   EQ

   

Modern   distributed   audio   systems   demand   high   levels   of   

audio   performance   and   flexibility,   which   makes   The   Director   

Model   D3400   and   D4400   unique   in   their   design.   Delivering   

powerful   and   efficient   amplifica`on   of   60   or   100   wabs   per   

channel,   they   are   perfectly   matched   with   a   configurable   DSP   

engine   to   maximize   the   sound   performance   of   any   mul`-­‐

room   system.      
The   unique   DSP   design   allows   network   access   to   graphic   and   

parametric   equaliza`on   filters,   digital   crossover   seZngs,   

subsonic   filters,   and   allows   remote   monitoring   and   zone   

switching   capabili`es.      

16   Channel   High   Power   Amplifier   

   16   x   65w   (D3400)   or   

100w   (D4400)   per   channel.   

   Bridgeable   for   Increased   

Power   

   Ethernet   Port   for   Status   Monitoring,   Source   

Switching   and   12   Volt   Trigger   Control   

   Network   

Programmable   Graphic   &   Parametric   Equaliza`on   with   User   
Memories   

Making   Good   

Sound   Great   

Summary of Contents for Rialto 400

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Page 2: ...0 using the power switch Note Whenever changing inputs switch the Rialto 400 off first make changes and then switch it back on 4 Set the Input Priority to Digital for this typical set up 5 Adjust the gain on the back of the Rialto 400 to the desired seZng to work with your source volume control 6 Adjust the level on the AudioControl AccuBASS to the desired amount of bass response to add bass and ric...

Page 3: ...you will get many years of sa sfying and trouble free opera on from the Rialto 400 If you require more informa on about the Rialto 400 or any of AudioControl products do not hesitate to talk to our dealers worldwide or contact us directly at our Seable base in the rainforests of the Pacific Northwest USA The days can be rainy and cold but there is always a warm welcome and a hot cup of coffee availa...

Page 4: ...son DAC digital to analog converter that drama cally improves audio quality Digital and analog audio systems can now reach their full poten al across the whole house whether the speakers are free standing in wall in ceiling invisible desktop gaming etc AudioControl User Manual Rialto 400 A Quick Look at the Rialto 400 Equipped with AudioControl s unique patent pending AccuBASS circuitry the Rialto...

Page 5: ...kcase or closed cabinet unless there is good provision for ven la on The Rialto 400 will run warm during normal opera on Do not obstruct any of the ven la on vents on the back or base of the unit It likes to breathe Do not place the unit on carpet or any thick material that could block the vents As with all products made in the USA by AudioControl the Rialto 400 should not be deep fried or sautéed...

Page 6: ... entertainment sources These sources can be digital or analog as there are a mul tude of inputs for both The source unit should normally have a built in volume control When seZng up the Rialto 400 it should be located between the source unit and the speakers in a convenient and safe place following the guidelines in this user manual Sources that can connect to the Rialto 400 and have their perform...

Page 7: ...Analog Audio Input 1 8th inch stereo analog input Speaker Level Inputs Connect input speaker wires to these terminals 12 Volt Trigger Output Input Priority Ac ve Down Standby Off Digital Priority Analog Priority All On Five Way Gold Plated Binding Posts High performance gold plated speaker output binding posts Digital Audio COAX Input Input for digital audio COAX Subwoofer Mono Output RCA output fo...

Page 8: ...sed in Mono mode i e using the Rialto to amplify a powered subwoofer the output of the Rialto 400 is increased to as high as 400 wabs If the Rialto 400 is used in Mono mode the Stereo Mono switch should be switched to Mono When in Mono mode the red Mono LED will light on the back of the Rialto 400 Ground Lia Switch This switch selects the level of isola on between the audio signal ground and your ...

Page 9: ...st make changes and then switch it back on 4 Set the Input Priority to Analog 5 Adjust the gain on the back of the Rialto 400 adjus ng the analog gain level to the desired gain seZng to work with your source volume control 6 Adjust the level on the AudioControl AccuBASS to the desired amount of bass response to add bass and richness back to your music 7 Enjoy Making Good Sound Great with the Rialt...

Page 10: ... pressing the power switch to on Note Whenever changing inputs switch the Rialto 400 off first make changes and then switch it back on 5 Set the Input Priority to Analog or Digital depending on your preference or set the Input Priority to All On for no priority between inputs 6 Adjust the volume on the back of the Rialto 400 using the digital volume and then repeat using the analog volume to the des...

Page 11: ...e Rialto 400 can work with Addi onal speaker set ups can take advantage of the Rialto 400 amplifiers stability at 4 ohms powering four speakers In addi on the Rialto 400 can be used as a Mono amplifier with power ra ngs up to 400 wabs AudioControl User Manual Rialto 400 11 Speaker Set Up Examples 2 1 Speaker Set up The standard set up for a 2 1 speaker system with two 4 8 ohm speakers plus an ac ve ...

Page 12: ...ignal input ahead of a digital signal If the analog signal stops the Rialto 400 will switch back to an incoming digital signal if present All On In the on posi on the Rialto will have no overriding priority and all inputs will play Play back should be controlled by the various sources as All On could result in both digital and analog sources being heard as no priori za on has been set The op mal s...

Page 13: ...ncrease the amount of gain on your Rialto 400 so that the volume increases to your maximum LOUD listening level For some of you this may be louder than others 4 Con nue to fine tune the gain level on your Rialto 400 to adjust to personal preferences loudness and musicality At this level of gain it will s ll allow you to increase the source volume up and down to achieve minimum levels or rock the ho...

Page 14: ... volume control 2 Now increase AccuBass level by slowly turning the dial clockwise un l the amount of bass being restored meets your own personal preferences 3 You will hear bass being restored to the music as you increase the level of AccuBASS as well as the richness of the audio steadily improve as bass frequencies are restored to the music 4 Con nue to fine tune the AccuBASS level on your Rialto...

Page 15: ...back to the un priori zed signal This will correct immediately when the priority signal starts again The Rialto 400 is set to automa cally switch back to the non priori zed signal aher approximately 10 seconds of quiet space silence More Troubleshoo ng For addi onal troubleshoo ng support and technical advice please visit our website at www audiocontrol com Service AudioControl has a reputa on for...

Page 16: ... com Manual This manual was wriben designed printed and carefully placed right side up into the box in the USA on a wet and rainy day in Seable by a team of music lovers AudioControl 2013 All Rights Reserved AudioControl Rialto 400 and AccuBASS are registered trademarks of AudioControl Inc AudioControl Manual 9131200 Specifica ons Inputs Outputs 2 Channel Power Amplifier Digital Inputs Op cal Toslin...

Page 17: ...400 If anyone other than A or B messes with the Rialto 400 that voids your warranty 5 The warranty is also void if the serial number is altered or removed or if The Rialto 400 has been used improperly Now that sounds like a big loophole but here is all we mean by it Unwarranted abuse is A physical damage don t use the Rialto 400 to level your dining room table B improper connec ons 120 volts into ...

Page 18: ...obust power levels and pris ne sonics 16 Channels 65 Wabs Per Channel All Channels Driven Bridgeable for Increased Power Cool Running Class H Topology 5 Band Speaker Equaliza on Compact 3U Rack Space LightDrive An Clipping Protec on Blue LED Less Than 1 Wab in Standby AudioControl User Manual Rialto 400 18 More Making Good Sound Great at AudioControl Director Model D3400 D4400 16 CHANNEL NETWORK A...

Page 19: ...and in domes c situa ons Cleaning Unplug the unit from the mains supply before cleaning The case should normally only require a wipe with a soh lint free cloth Do not use chemical solvents for cleaning the unit Abnormal Smell If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected from the equipment turn the power off immediately and unplug the equipment from the wall outlet Contact your dealer do not reconnect ...

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