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At Peachtree Audio we believe all products should be easy to use, but sometimes getting 

the audio to stream out of a  computer’s USB port  requires a few extra steps. See 

instructions below. Some minor changes may occur with Windows or Apple OS updates, 

but the basics are the usually the same.

   

 

USB Connections  

Windows PC  

B

 Connect the USB-B input on the 

nova

 to an open USB port on your computer. 

C

  Your computer should  “recognize”  the 

nova  as a USB device

. You might even get  a 

pop-up window notifying you. 

D

 Right click the speaker icon on your screen. 

E

 Select the “AUDIO” tab.  

F

 Using the drop-down menu, choose the Peachtree Audio option. 

G

 Click “OK.”  

H

  You will need to install the included USB 2.0 driver  for playback of music files that 

exceed 96kHz when using a Windows PC.   

Launch your music application and enjoy! 

Mac  

B

 Open System Preferences.  

C

 Click on Sound.  

D

 In the output tab you should see Peachtree as one of the choices.  

E

 Select it.  

 

Launch iTunes or other music application and enjoy! 

 

Once you set up your computer using  the  instructions above, it should automatically 

recognize the 

nova

 each time you use it. If you unplug the USB connection or re-boot your 

computer, you may have to repeat some of the steps above. This is typical.  

 

Other useful tips...  

For the best sound when listening to music from your computer, set your computer and 

music program volume controls to maximum and use the 

nova

  volume knob or remote 

control as the master volume control. 

 

For critical listening to music from your computer, avoid keeping multiple programs open. It 

can compromise the sound quality and even cause signal dropouts. 

   

Provide adequate ventilation above the 

nova

 so it can “breathe.” 

 

Please check

   

www.peachtreeaudio.com

   

periodically for additional tips and articles.

   

 

 

Interested in the Green Movement?  

 

•

 

The 

nova

 meets European RoHS standards for non-hazardous metals 

•

 

The 

nova

 draws less than half a watt of power in standby mode 

•

 

The internal power amplifier is set to minimize power consumption when headphones 

are used 

•

 

We are committed to continue exploring additional methods for making our products 

even more environmentally friendly 

USEFUL TIPS 

Summary of Contents for NOVA

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Page 2: ...r cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs convenience receptacles and at the point where they exit from the apparatus L Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer M Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoi...

Page 3: ...structed person or the use of ready made insulated leads or cords X Correct disposal of this product This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources To return your use...

Page 4: ...his device with the EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility and LVD Low Voltage Directive standards of the European Community Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation The equipment generates ...

Page 5: ...ion u Back Panel u Front Panel u Remote Control u Home Theater Bypass Input Mode u Volume Control Bypass Input Mode u Loop Feature u Useful Tips u Troubleshooting u Warranty and Repair u Specifications Rev 1 2016 ...

Page 6: ...e market today including PCM up to 32 bit 384kHz and DSD up to 5 6MHz This includes compressed audio uncompressed audio high resolution audio and ultra high resolution audio The nova accepts them all Built around the DAC chip is an extensive multi point regulated power supply that keeps the DAC chip operating optimally and remaining faithful to the input signal providing the most natural sounding ...

Page 7: ...nova150 has plenty of power to satisfy the majority of speakers rooms and listeners However there is no such thing as too much power so we also created the nova300 that packs an amazing 300WPC and the over the top of the line nova500 that offers a staggering 500WPC that recreates the natural power and dynamics of music with ease All of the nova power amplifiers are fully differential designs that ...

Page 8: ...ne 6 Plus iPhone 6 iPhone 5s iPhone 5c iPhone 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 10 12 13 15 16 14 17 BACK PANEL B Power ON OFF Switch Connects and disconnects AC INPUT to the unit when the power cord is connected between the AC INPUT and a 100 240VAC 50 60Hz AC outlet C AC INPUT Fuse Holder For connection to a 100 240VAC 50 60Hz AC outlet using the included power cord The fuse can be replaced after turning t...

Page 9: ...tical digital audio outputs are common on digital audio sources including streaming audio devices disc players cable boxes and HDTVs M LOOP OUTPUT LOOP INPUT This is a loop feature similar to a processor or tape monitor loop with an output and input that are tied together to allow an audio processing device to be inserted into the signal path The loop is active when the LOOP LED on the front panel...

Page 10: ...he binding posts are clearly marked RIGHT and LEFT with red and black for proper connections with the speakers Please check that all of the ends of the speaker cables are connected with the correct polarity positive to positive and negative to negative Wiring positive to negative or negative to positive should not cause any damage but it does alter the phase and therefore the sound the speakers cr...

Page 11: ...ut has additional gain and equalization settings applied that 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 12 1 7 FRONT PANEL B On Standby Button With the AC power cord connected and the rear panel POWER switch set to ON this button toggles the unit between On mode which selects the last input used and Standby mode which lights the LED red C USB B Button This button selects the USB B input and lights the LED blue or green...

Page 12: ...ol L Volume Knob Rotate clockwise to increase and counter clockwise to decrease output level Press to toggle mute on and off Note the volume level will be indicated for 2 seconds using the 8 blue input LEDS on the front panel Each one represents 12 5 of the volume range Note the currently selected blue or green input LED will flash slowly while the unit is muted Whenever the nova is making output ...

Page 13: ...D brightness Note the brightness will continually cycle through all of the available settings maximum high medium low maximum high E Transport Control Buttons Controls playback of compatible devices connected to a USB input USB A for iOS devices and USB B for personal computers selects the previous track or the beginning of the current track if playback is in progress toggles between play mode and...

Page 14: ...ED input modes J MUTE Button Mutes and un mutes the RIGHT LEFT Speaker PREAMP and headphone outputs Note the currently selected blue or green input LED will flash slowly while the unit is muted K LOOP Button Engages and disengages the LOOP OUTPUT LOOP INPUT Note The LOOP LED on the front panel is lit blue whenever the loop is engaged L COAX Button This button selects the COAX input and lights the ...

Page 15: ...ut To set up Home Theater Bypass 1 Turn off the Surround Sound Processor SSP or Audio Video Receiver AVR and the nova 2 Connect the front LEFT and RIGHT preamp output from the SSP or AVR to the AUX 1 HTB input on the nova 3 Turn on the nova and select the AUX 1 HTB input 4 Press and hold the AUX 1 HTB button for 5 seconds to engage the HTB input mode indicated by the input LED turning green 5 Turn...

Page 16: ...onsibility for damage caused by improper setup or use of this feature LOOP OUTPUT LOOP INPUT This is a loop feature similar to a processor or tape monitor loop with an output and input that are tied together to allow an audio processing device to be inserted into the signal path of the currently selected input The loop is active when the LOOP LED on the front panel is lit blue The loop is engaged ...

Page 17: ...pplication and enjoy Once you set up your computer using the instructions above it should automatically recognize the nova each time you use it If you unplug the USB connection or re boot your computer you may have to repeat some of the steps above This is typical Other useful tips For the best sound when listening to music from your computer set your computer and music program volume controls to ...

Page 18: ...t recognize the nova unplug the USB cable from the computer and the nova wait a few seconds then reconnect the USB cable Try re starting the computer The nova is designed to remain locked on USB signals at all times but computers drop connections occasionally and require prompts to re connect There is hum noise when using a computer If you have music files available on a laptop computer play them ...

Page 19: ...ty details Repair Process In the event that a product fails please repack it in its original carton and contact an authorized Peachtree reseller for further instructions If the reseller is unable to assist please contact Peachtree Audio directly at service peachtreeaudio com or 1 704 391 9337 to obtain a Return Authorization RA number prior to shipping the product Any products received without an ...

Page 20: ...0 TBD TBD Frequency Response 20 20kHz 0 1dB TBD TBD Inter Modulation Distortion TBD 80dB below fundamental TBD TBD Total Harmonic Distortion AES17 1kHz 4Ω 0 008 TBD TBD Channel Separation 1kHz 8Ω 90dB TBD TBD PREAMP OUTPUT Output Voltage rms TBD Output Impedance TBD Signal to Noise Ratio Analog Digital Source un weighted TBD Channel Separation 1kHz TBD Frequency Response Analog Digital Source 8Hz ...

Page 21: ... lag high breaking capacity 220 240VAC 3 15A 250V IEC time lag enhanced breaking capacity TBD TBD Physical Height including feet Width Depth including volume knob and speaker binding posts Weight shipping 15 lbs 19 lbs 6 8 kg 8 6 kg TBD TBD 100kΩ 100Ω 3 5V 10V 111 mm 4 37 inches 356 mm 14 02 inches 336 55 mm 13 25 inches 47kΩ 120mV 100 240VAC 50 60Hz No rumble filter used Final nova150 specificati...

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