SPHINX
Project Eighteen
7
Connecting the optical cables
The Project Eighteen has an optical jack connector
for CONTROL IN and CONTROL OUT.
When the CONTROL IN of the Project Eighteen has
been connected to the CONTROL OUT of another
Sphinx component you don't have to switch the
Project Eighteen with ON/OFF switch (12.). The
power amp will automatically select Stand-by mode
as soon as the other component is set to stand-by.
In 'stand-by' mode the bias current of the power
amp is set to a lower level which drastically
decreases the temperature and power
consumption. On top of that it significantly
increases the life span of the component.
The power amp also warms up more speedily so
you will be able to enjoy it's maximum performance
without significant delay.
When the CONTROL OUT of the Project Eighteen
has been connected to the CONTROL IN of another
Sphinx component (which most likely will be another
power amp) this component will be selected to
stand-by by the Project Eighteen's stand-by mode.
Ensure proper connection of the optical cables
(from CONTROL OUT to CONTROL IN), otherwise
the LED next to the STANDBY button (1) on the
front panel may remain green although the stand-by
mode is activated.
If the Project Eighteen is placed in strong direct
sunlight the stand-by mode might be self-activated.
In that case you should place the supplied dummy
connector in the CONTROL IN (4.) jack (but only if
this is not being used).
We strongly recommend against placing the
component in direct sunlight though.
Connecting the mains power cable
Before you connect the cable please check
whether the mains voltage indicated on the
manufacturers label on the rear panel is the
same as your local mains voltage.
If not: please contact your dealer and do not
connect the component to the mains.
Connect the mains cable after you have connected
all other components in the system and have
double-checked all connections.
