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Vanguard Family  -  Owner's Reference

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The Vanguard Universal DAC 

  Figure 2 - Rear Panel

 

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HDMI

 

Inputs and Outputs

The Vanguard is equipped with 2 HDMI Inputs and 1 

Output. 

 

Ethernet

The Ethernet port connects the Vanguard to a home 

network for control, firmware updates and network 

streaming.

 

 

IR In

The Vanguard is equipped with an RC-5 input that 
makes custom installation easy and secure by 

 

accepting baseband RC-5 input commands from a 
remote IR detector or hard wired remote controllers.

 

 

12 VDC In/Out  (12 V trigger)

The 12 V Trigger input allows you to place the 

 

Vanguard into the stand-by or operational mode from 
other components. The 12 V trigger output allows the 
Vanguard to turn other components on or off.

 

 Power Switch

Use this power switch to change the Vanguard from 
off to the stand-by mode.

 

AC Power Cord Receptacle

The connector is for use with the provided IEC stan

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dard 15 amp power cord. This connector and power 
cord must remain unobstructed for easy removal in
case of emergency.

 

 

Balanced Analog Outputs

The Vanguard is equipped with one pair of 
balanced outputs via XLR connectors.

 

Single-Ended Analog Outputs

The Vanguard is equipped with one pair of single-
ended outputs via RCA  connectors.

 

Digital Audio Inputs

The Vanguard is equipped with one coaxial and 
one optical digital input.

 

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 

 

 

Using this disables the front panel IR detector.

Summary of Contents for Vanguard Series

Page 1: ...l rights reserved Vanguard Family Owner s Reference www krellonline com Vanguard Universal DAC w Digital Preamp Option DAC Vanguard Integrated Amplifier VIA Digital Vanguard Integrated Amplifier DVI 4K UHD Processor OWNER S REFERENCE ...

Page 2: ...er Digital Vanguard Integrated Amplifier DVI Front Panel___________ 8 VIA Vanguard Integrated Amplifier and Digital Vanguard Integrated Amplifier DVI Rear Panel__________________ 9 All Vanguards Software Update__________ 12 Spotify Connect App___________________ 13 mconnect Control App__________________ 14 Warranty_____________________________ 20 Service ______________________________ 22 Specification...

Page 3: ...ry close together This shortens signal paths and allows circuit elements to operate at the same temperature resulting in more accurate signal transfer and enhanced reliability This combination of sophis ticated circuitry and small space makes it possible to design and manufacture a very high powered 200W per channel amplifier in a small enclosure The Van guard is easy to operate and integrate into...

Page 4: ...m of 2 inches 5cm above the unit for proper ventilation and at least one inch 2 54 cm on each side Additional ventilation may be required when the unit occupies the same space with other electron ics that generate heat like power amplifiers Please consult an authorized KRELL dealer or KRELL Industries to insure proper installation guidelines The Vanguard is designed to work all over the world The ...

Page 5: ...the Vanguard is plugged into a standard AC wall receptacle and the rear panel power switch is in the ON position The indicator illuminates blue when the Vanguard is in operational mode w Infared Sensor IR receives commands from the remote control Make sure this is not obstructed x Front Panel Display The front panel display shows the input selected volume balance and Theater Throughput status y US...

Page 6: ...lows you to place the Vanguard into the stand by or operational mode from other components The 12 V trigger output allows the Vanguard to turn other components on or off Power Switch Use this power switch to change the Vanguard from off to the stand by mode AC Power Cord Receptacle The connector is for use with the provided IEC stan dard 15 amp power cord This connector and power cord must remain ...

Page 7: ...tons are only active when the optional digital module is installed y BAL Balance Buttons VIA DVI Use these buttons to shift the balance to the left or the right channel Note In menu mode the balance but tons are used for left and right navigation z The Enter button Use the enter button to confirm menu selections Volume Up Down Buttons Adjusts volume up and down on VIA DVI and DAC with a range of 0...

Page 8: ...To un mute press the mute button again z Menu Button Use to access the menu functions of the Vanguard Source Button Use this button to select the source functions of the Vanguard Stand by Indicator The stand by indicator illuminates red when the Van guard is plugged into a standard AC wall receptacle and the rear panel power switch is in the ON position The indicator illuminates blue when the Vang...

Page 9: ...egrated Amplifier Figure 5 Rear Panel IR In The Vanguard is equipped with an RC 5 input that makes custom installation easy and secure by accept ing baseband RC 5 input commands from a remote IR detector or hard wired remote controllers 12 VDC In Out 12 V trigger The 12 V Trigger input allows you to place the Van guard into the stand by or operational mode from other components The 12 V trigger out...

Page 10: ...plifier Digital Vanguard Integrated Amplifier Operating the Vanguard 10 Menu Options from Remote or Front Panel The Vanguard menu system offers a number of options and information Main selections include Source Setup Network Setup Diagnostic Mode Software Version Software Update Display Setup Restore Settings Save Settings Serial Number Press the Vanguard s Menu button 7 then use the navigation bu...

Page 11: ...Vanguard Network Setup Press the Up or Down buttons to view the various network parameters Press the Enter button to see the value for the displayed parameter IPAddress The default network discovery is DHCP If the Vanguard is connected to an active network it automatically acquires an IP address To enter an IP address manually change the Vanguard to Static IP operation To change to Static IP opera...

Page 12: ...election Press the Enter button again to return to factory or user saved settings The Vanguard will display various messages and will eventually return to the standby mode The Vanguard processor operation and setup options are available from the built in web server To use the web server connect the Vanguard to a router in your local network LAN The IP address can be found in the Network Setup sub ...

Page 13: ...ic on the device The Digital Vanguard features aptX Bluetooth tech nology for the best sound quality possible when using aptX equipped mobile devices Please check the mobile device s specifications to determine whether it is equipped with aptX technology Note The volume control of the mobile device is active during Bluetooth operation but will only raise the maximum volume to the current volume set...

Page 14: ...ect Control app Connect a mobile device to the same network that the Digital Vanguard is connected to Note iPhone is used as an example Screen images might vary with different devices Select the Wi Fi network on the setting menu of your network device Make sure it is the same network that the Digital Vanguard is connected to Vanguard Universal DAC Digital Vanguard Integrated Amplifier mconnect App...

Page 15: ...device to a Wi Fi network Device Name Change To rename the device on the network LAN Wi Fi Static IP Setting Device Setup Shows the list of devices on the network Firmware update is available here If there is an update for the device s firmware the app will notify the user Setup For Device Setup functions Device Information Information for current playback device Gapless playback control is availa...

Page 16: ...guard Family Owner s Reference www krellonline com 16 Vanguard Universal DAC Digital Vanguard Integrated Amplifier mconnect App Cloud Setup Enable or Disable Internet Music Services and Cloud Storages Disabled server will not be seen in the Browser screen ...

Page 17: ... the same for network servers and the USB input Select Music to Play Select a server device in the server list Sub categories such as artist genre title song etc are displayed The category and tree structure may vary between devices 17 Vanguard Universal DAC Digital Vanguard Integrated Amplifier mconnect App Select the desired music from the list The music will be played by the playback device sel...

Page 18: ... storage access and playback Upon first time access to a cloud Go back to Local server List Play to network device Choose Vanguard to stream music to the Digital Vanguard Vanguard Universal DAC Digital Vanguard Integrated Amplifier mConnect App storage account login to the account will be required After authorization music playback selection is the same as for local network playback ...

Page 19: ...ored in different servers may be combined into a playlist Playlists may be created and managed from the Manage playlist at Playlist Send to playlist at Browser Send current Queue to playlist Vanguard Universal DAC Digital Vanguard Integrated Amplifier mConnect App playlist browser and queue screens The mconnect Control app automatically detects the server devices on the network and makes the playl...

Page 20: ... to which they were originally shipped through the authorized Krell distributor for that country and at the factory There may be restrictions on or changes to Krell s warranty because of regulations within a specific country Please check with your distributor for a complete understanding of the warranty in your country If a unit is serviced by a distributor who did not im port the unit there may b...

Page 21: ... an authorized Krell distributor or at the factory The voltage for this product in the U S A cannot be changed until six months from the original purchase date In the event that Krell receives a product for warranty service that has been modified in any way without Krell authorization all warranties on that product will be void The product will be returned to original fac tory layout specification...

Page 22: ...rell factory and ensure all freight shipping charges are prepaid 3 The product may also be hand delivered if arrangements with the Service Department have been made in advance Proof of purchase will be required for warranty validation at the time of hand delivery NOTE Use the original packaging to ensure the safe transit of the product to the factory dealer or distribu tor Krell may at its discret...

Page 23: ...rs Receptacle 1 Ethernet via RJ 45 Connector 1 12vdc Remote Trigger Input via 1 8 Mono Receptacle 1 12vdc Remote Trigger Output via 1 8 Mono Receptacle RC 5 pin out Maximum Output Audio Output Impedance Power Consumption DIMENSIONS WEIGHT Tip RC 5 data Ring 5 V Sleeve GND XLR Pin Out Pin 1 ground Pin 2 non inverting Hot Pin 3 Inverting Balanced 4 Vrms 11 6 Vrms w Digital Pre Amp Single Ended 2 Vrm...

Page 24: ...mote Control 1 RC 5 via 1 8 stereo trs Receptacle 1 Ethernet via RJ 45 Connector 1 12vdc Remote Trigger Input via 1 8 Mono Receptacle 1 12vdc Remote Trigger Output via 1 8 Mono Receptacle RC 5 pin out Tip RC 5 data Ring 5 V Sleeve GND XLR Pin Out Pin 1 ground Pin 2 non inverting Hot Pin 3 Inverting Maximum Output Power 200W RMS per channel at 8 Ω 400W RMS per channel at 4 Ω Maximum Output Voltage ...

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