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Remote Control Unit

The included remote control allows this unit to be operated from a 
distance.

Point  the  remote  control  unit  at  the  main  unit’s  remote  sensor 
within 23 feet (7 m) of the main unit.

Remote sensor

7 m

 (23 feet)

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  Depending  on  the  angle,  reception  might  be  difficult.  Use  the 

remote  control  from  directly  in  front  of  the  unit  as  much  as 
possible.

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  Even if the remote control unit is used within its effective range, 

operation by remote control might be impossible if there are any 
obstacles between the unit and the remote control.

o

  If  direct  sunlight  or  strong  artificial  illumination  shines  on  the 

remote sensor, the remote control might not function.

o

  If  the  remote  control  unit  is  operated  near  other  devices  that 

generate infrared rays, or if other remote controls that use infrared 
rays are operated near the unit, this unit might operate incorrectly. 
The other devices might also operate incorrectly.

Battery Installation

Use a Philips screwdriver to remove the cover from the bottom of 
the remote control, and slowly pull out the battery case. Insert two 
AA batteries in the correct 

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/

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 orientations, reinsert the case 

and close the cover.

Battery Replacement

If  the  operating  range  between  the  remote  control  unit  and  main 
unit decreases, the batteries are exhausted. In this case replace the 
batteries with new ones.
For  more  information  about  collection  of  batteries,  please  contact 
your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale 
where you purchased the items.

  Precautions concerning batteries

Misuse of batteries could cause them to rupture or leak leading 
to  fire,  injury  or  the  staining  of  nearby  things.  Please  read  and 
observe the following precautions carefully.

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  Be  sure  to  insert  the  batteries  with  correct  positive  (

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)  and 

negative (

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) orientations.

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  Use  batteries  of  the  same  type.  Never  use  different  types  of 

batteries together.

o

  Both rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries can be used. 

Refer to the precautions on their labels.

o

  If the remote control will not be used for a long time (more than a 

month), remove the batteries to prevent them from leaking.

o

  If  the  batteries  leak,  wipe  away  the  leakage  inside  the  battery 

compartment and replace the batteries with new ones.

o

  Do not use batteries of types other than those specified. Do not 

mix new batteries with old ones or use different types of batteries 
together.

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  Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Never throw batteries into 

fire or water.

o

  Do not carry or store batteries with other metallic objects. The 

batteries could short circuit, leak or explode.

o

  Never  recharge  a  battery  unless  it  is  confirmed  to  be  a 

rechargeable type.

Summary of Contents for I-03

Page 1: ...D01141820A I 03 Integrated Amplifier OWNER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...d with liquids such as vases on the apparatus o Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit o The apparatus draws nominal non operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY ON switch not in the ON position o The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord plug at any time o The mains p...

Page 3: ...l Settings 14 Additional Settings 15 Troubleshooting 19 Specifications 20 Rear Panel Layout 21 What s in the box Check to be sure the box includes all the supplied accessories shown below Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if any of these accessories are missing or have been damaged during transportation Remote control unit RC 1251 x 1 Batteries AA R6 or SUM 3 x 2 Power cord x ...

Page 4: ...d take care of temperature of the unit o Do not place this unit on a thick carpet o When the unit is turned on switching on the TV may cause lines to appear on the TV screen depending on the condition of the electric waves of the TV broadcast This is not malfunction in the unit or the TV If you see such lines keep this unit well away from the TV set CAUTION o Do not place any objects on this unit ...

Page 5: ... into this jack and then adjust the volume by turning the VOLUME knob TO AVOID DAMAGING YOUR HEARING Do not connect headphones to the PHONES jack while wearing them Moreover do not disconnect headphones or turn the unit on or off while wearing them Very loud sounds could be output from the headphones if volume is not turned down prior to plugging on or prior to unplugging It may cause damage to yo...

Page 6: ...o select one of four brightness levels for the display and indicator lamps page 13 d SETUP Press this button to enter the setup mode for balance and output level adjustments page 14 Press this button for more than 2 seconds to enter additional setup modes page 15 e CLEAR In setup mode use this button to exit the setup mode pages 14 15 f VOLUME Use these buttons to adjust the volume o When you set ...

Page 7: ...control unit and main unit decreases the batteries are exhausted In this case replace the batteries with new ones For more information about collection of batteries please contact your local municipality your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items Precautions concerning batteries Misuse of batteries could cause them to rupture or leak leading to fire injury or th...

Page 8: ...to use with this unit o Be sure to connect each plug securely To prevent hum and noise do not bundle the connection cords A A B C D XLR cable RCA audio cable RCA audio cable Power cord L R L R L R Turntable Recorder etc Super Audio CD Player etc Super Audio CD Player Tuner etc XLR pin assignment 1 COMMON 2 HOT 3 COLD AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO OUT Wall socket ...

Page 9: ...turntable set the RCA3 setting to PHONO page 17 o Connect the ground lead of the turntable to the GND terminal SIGNAL GND terminal of the I 03 B GND terminal SIGNAL GND Connection of this terminal with the ground terminal of another chassis may improve sound quality o Note that this is NOT an electrical safety ground earth o When a turntable is connected to the RCA3 PHONO terminal make sure to con...

Page 10: ...R terminal e terminal of the speaker Using side of the speaker cable SPEAKER terminal e terminal of the speaker Using side of the speaker cable o Generally the side of the speaker cable is marked to make it distinguishable from the side of the cable o Turn the terminal cap counterclockwise to loosen clockwise to tighten Left speaker Right speaker After all other connections are complete connect th...

Page 11: ...n customers In accordance with European safety regulations it is not possible to connect banana plugs into the speaker terminals on European models The holes into which banana plugs are inserted have been covered with black caps Connect the speakers using spades or bare wires If the black caps become separated from the terminals return them to their original position Left speaker Right speaker RCA...

Page 12: ...he input source names displayed You can also set the terminals to be skipped when you do not want to use them pages 17 18 4 Play the source and then adjust the volume by turning the VOLUME knob Sudden loud noises may cause hearing damage and other issues Before starting playback minimize the volume and adjust it to a suitable level after playback begins Turning the unit off To prevent sudden noise...

Page 13: ...or to unplugging It may cause damage to your hearing Dimmer You can change the brightness of the display and indicator lamps Press the DIMMER button to change the brightness Each time the DIMMER button is pressed the brightness changes as follows 3 Full brightness 2 1 0 Off o When you press a button or turn a knob the illuminations turns to the full brightness for 5 seconds o In setup mode the ill...

Page 14: ...lue the more the sound will be balanced to the left speaker The default setting is 0 0 center R6 0 dB 0 0 L6 0 dB 0 5dB steps 0 5dB steps Center Output level Display Level Adjusts the sound level of the selected input terminal The default setting is 0 0 dB 18 0 dB 0 0 18 0 dB 0 5dB steps 0 5dB steps dB 4 Press the SETUP button repeatedly to exit the setup mode o You can also press the CLEAR button...

Page 15: ...tput level RCA2 throughout RCA3 PHONO input PHONO Cartridge Assigning input terminal names Setting input terminal to be skipped Auto display darkening Returning to factory settings o The item names will change according to the current input terminal or settings you have made o If no button is pressed for more than 10 seconds or the CLEAR button is pressed the setup mode will be canceled and return...

Page 16: ...n headphones are plugged in to this unit sound signals are output as they are REC Output from the PRE OUT terminals is activated and the unit sends a fixed output level for recording The volume level adjusted using the VOLUME knob is ignored Sound signals are output as they are Select REC when you connect a recorder to the PRE OUT terminals Pre out output level Display POutLv Adjusts the pre amp f...

Page 17: ...nnot use the VOLUME knob control buttons of this unit When you select THRU be sure to connect the RCA2 terminals to a device that allows you to control the volume level at the device side Also make sure to adjust the volume level of the device to the minimum before you select THRU Gradually increase the volume level of the connected device Failure to do so may allow very loud sounds to be output s...

Page 18: ...Display Setup Memorized settings are stored even after the power cord has been disconnected If you have made changes through the setup process and want to restart from a known set of options restore the unit to the default factory settings as follows While Setup is displayed press the ON button to execute the initialization process Setup CLR appears on the display and the unit returns to the facto...

Page 19: ...nnect the headphones e When you use this unit as a pre amplifier set the Pre out setting to ON1 or ON2 page 16 e The connected speakers will make no sound when the Pre out setting is set to ON2 page 16 e The connected speakers will make no sound when the protection circuit is activated Check the items on the right AMP ERR blinks on the display e The protection circuit is activated Check the items ...

Page 20: ...s Jacks RCA jacks x 1 stereo Output impedance 470 Ω General Power supply European model AC 230 V 50 Hz U S A Canadian model AC 120 V 60 Hz Korean model AC 220 V 60 Hz Power consumption 280 W External dimensions W x H x D 445 x 162 x 468 mm 17 1 2 x 6 3 8 x 18 3 8 including protrusions Weight 31 kg 68 lb Operating temperature 5 C to 35 C Operating humidity 5 to 85 no condensation Storage temperatur...

Page 21: ...21 Rear Panel Layout ...

Page 22: ...ere you purchased the equipment Disposal of batteries and or accumulators a Waste batteries and or accumulators should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via collection facilities designated by the government or local authorities b By disposing of waste batteries and or accumulators correctly you will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on...

Page 23: ...ormations contenues dans le tableau suivant sont applicables uniquement aux produits en vente en République populaire de Chine o Les produits vendus en Europe sont fabriqués conformément avec la directive européenne RoHS o La información de la siguiente tabla se aplica únicamente a los productos de venta en la República Popular China o Los productos vendidos en el espacio europeo se fabrican en co...

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