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Ayre KX-5

Owner’s Manual

Variable-Gain Line Stage Preamplifier

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Summary of Contents for KX-5

Page 1: ...Ayre KX 5 Owner s Manual Variable Gain Line Stage Preamplifier...

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Page 3: ...to Ayre 2 Connections and Installation 3 Setup and Configuration 7 Controls and Operation 10 Optimization and Customization 17 Numbers and Specifications 28 In Case of Trouble 29 Statement of Warrant...

Page 4: ...superb resolution and a natural relaxed quality will draw you into the music time and time again This level of performance has been implemented using the highest level of workmanship and materials Yo...

Page 5: ...as described in the following chapter Setup and Configuration Location A good location for your preamplifier is in an open backed cabinet or on a shelf The KX 5 produces very little heat However be s...

Page 6: ...of the source The inputs are labeled 1 through 6 Make a written note of which source components are connected to which numbered input The connected inputs will be named after AC power is applied to th...

Page 7: ...e possibility of undesired ground loops or other interference Unlike the main outputs the tape outputs will not convert the signal from a single ended source to a true balanced signal Instead the hot...

Page 8: ...ly available in different lengths and various colors at most electronics stores Be sure to use two line telephone cords to make AyreLink connections These can be identified by the four gold contacts o...

Page 9: ...mponents Activating Inputs Basic Setup Menu The desired inputs are activated simply by naming them When AC power is first applied to the unit the front panel will briefly display KX5 and FWX in sequen...

Page 10: ...e connected to the chosen input and it will automatically be entered into memory The display will show the name has been assigned to the chosen input Repeat the process of naming the remaining desired...

Page 11: ...may wish to use additional sophisticated input configuration options including the creation of custom names for source components Please refer to the chapter Optimization and Customization for furthe...

Page 12: ...er When the preamplifier is turned off none of the auxiliary functions e g the AyreLink system communication and the tape outputs are operable After the system is turned on it may take 30 minutes or s...

Page 13: ...positions have gradually increasing step sizes so that the gain can be controlled over a very wide range If the volume control is advanced beyond the highest available level the front panel will brie...

Page 14: ...yet the AyreLink functions remain active as do both the tape and main outputs This mode is indicated by illuminating the green LED in the right hand button While in system sleep mode the tape output...

Page 15: ...and pressing it a second time will turn them off When the tape outputs are activated the red LED in the front panel switch is illuminated Turn the tape outputs off unless they are currently being use...

Page 16: ...e display is turned off When further commands are received either from the front panel buttons or the remote control the normal display will be activated for a few seconds to confirm the command and t...

Page 17: ...Batteries The remote handset uses four AAA batteries These are accessed by removing the two screws that hold the black end piece The battery holder will slide out and the batteries may be replaced 15...

Page 18: ...unction that selects between various soundtracks on a DVD disc Please refer the C 5xeMP Owner s Manual for additional details The remote handset may also be easily configured to operate either the Ayr...

Page 19: ...e desirable to customize additional settings for each input by using the advanced setup mode Advanced Setup Mode The advanced setup mode allows the following settings to be independently adjusted for...

Page 20: ...1 where XXX is the name assigned to input 1 Use the right hand knob to select which input 1 6 you wish to configure with advanced options Then briefly press the right hand button to enter the advance...

Page 21: ...nd knob to select the desired character The character set includes A Z 0 9 a hyphen and a blank There are two instances of the blank character one between each group of characters The two blanks divid...

Page 22: ...s Through When using the Ayre KX 5 in a surround sound system it is desirable to use the Processor Pass Through mode This allows your two channel sources to be routed directly through the KX 5 avoidin...

Page 23: ...all other source components to avoid possible damage to your loudspeakers Selecting an input where the PP has been set to On will cause the stepper motors to rapidly move the internal rotary switches...

Page 24: ...it the code P a D A converter will transmit the code Q and so forth When the inputs of the KX 5 are activated by naming them many of the common names will have an AyreLink alphabetical code automatica...

Page 25: ...ted by an AyreLink source component will be found in the owner s manual for that unit Reset It is possible to reset all of the setup mode configuration items to their factory defaults by using the res...

Page 26: ...may be necessary to increase the system gain Conversely if you have extremely sensitive loudspeakers or source components with a very high output level you may wish to decrease the system gain Either...

Page 27: ...C 5xeMP again press the number button 5 five times in succession To ascertain the current configuration of the remote control handset press the number button 0 five times in succession The backlight i...

Page 28: ...k port of the KX 5 amplifier The easiest way to do this is to remove the modular RJ 11 connector from one end of a two line telephone line cord This is the type of cord that connects the telephone set...

Page 29: ...e a positive going pulse will toggle the amplifier between the system sleep consumption and Operate states duplicating the action of the right hand front panel button when it is held for three seconds...

Page 30: ...ut Polarity Pin 1 Ground Pin 2 Non inverting Positive Pin 3 Inverting Negative Gain Variable to match the required output level of the system without the need for attenuation Frequency Response DC 250...

Page 31: ...hermal protection circuitry The input selector characters will change to read HOT if an AyreLink equipped power amp is connected and its temperature becomes too high If overheating occurs be sure to c...

Page 32: ...es Do not remove the amplifier cover Hazardous voltages may exist inside the unit Please refer fuse replacement to a qualified service technician AC Line Voltage If the AC line voltage drops below 85...

Page 33: ...nt that caused the error from your system Then press the right hand front panel button to return the unit to the normal operate mode and select a different source component If the system operates prop...

Page 34: ...ance of delivery and no registration is required Additionally you have the option at no cost to extend the warranty for a period of five years from the date of purchase by returning the completed Warr...

Page 35: ...ocopy of your original purchase receipt Ayre will not be responsible for any shipping damage and strongly recommends the purchase of shipping insurance 3 Ayre reserves the right to inspect any product...

Page 36: ...ther Ayre shall in no event be obligated for any incidental or consequential damages as a result of any defect or any warranty claim whether express or implied 6 Ayre does not authorize any third part...

Page 37: ...s Serial Number Purchase Date Dealer Salesperson ________________________________________ ________________________________________ ________________________________________ ____________________________...

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Page 40: ...Ayre Acoustics Inc 2300 B Central Avenue Boulder Colorado 80301 www ayre com 1 303 442 7300...

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