Bel Canto ASC1, Manual

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The System
Bel Canto BLACK consists of one ASC1 Asynchronous Stream Controller and two MPS1 Mono
PowerStreams. The ASC1 controls the input from all of your sources and sends the digital signal to
each MPS1. The signal is decoded by each MPS1 and is then sent to your speakers. This creates
the purest path to the loudspeaker, maintaining true high dynamic range and breathtaking musical
performance.
ASC1
Asynchronous Stream Controller
MPS1
Mono PowerStream
Power up the ASC1 and MPS1 using the rear main power switches. The ASC1 will go through a
power up routine visible on the display. The MPS1 starts in low power Standby mode and the 6
LEDs on the lighted front panel switch are lit at a very low level. A brief press on the lighted front
panel switch will place the MPS1 in Operate mode with the LEDs brightly lit. The MPS1 will be
ready to play in about 10 seconds. While in Operate mode - a brief press on the MPS1 front panel
switch will return the MPS1 to Standby mode. Note that all of the audio circuitry is OFF in standby
mode. For best sonic performance, it is recommended to leave the MPS1 in Operate mode.