1 Welcome
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Stewart Audio AV Series
power amplifier. This amplifier has been designed and built to provide
you with years of high-quality audio performance and trouble-free oper-
ation. If after reading this manual you should have any questions con-
cerning amplifier installation and operation, please contact your Author-
ized Stewart Dealer, or you may contact us directly using the contact
information provided on the back of this manual.
1.1 Features
Your Stewart Audio AV Series amplifier is the result of years of
experience in the design and manufacture of quality amplifiers. As such
it provides a combination of performance and operational benefits that
simply cannot be found in conventional amplifiers.
Sub Compact 1/3 rack package
Two channel networked amplifier, optimized to drive 4
Ohm and 8 Ohm loads
Selectable priority switching on NET+ models
Clean full–range dynamic power
Signal Detect trigger for sleep & wake up
Multiple mounting options
Made in the USA
1.2 Using this Manual
In order to obtain maximum performance from your AV Series Amplifi-
er, please take time to read this brief owner’s manual and carefully fol-
low the guidelines for connection and operation.
This manual provides you with the information necessary to safely in-
stall and operate your new AV Series amplifier in the most common
scenarios. If you find yourself requiring additional assistance, please
feel free to contact your Authorized Dealer, or you may contact us di-
rectly using the contact information provided on the back of this manu-
al.
Table of Contents
This amplifier proudly designed and manufactured in the USA.
Important Safety Instructions ······························································ 2
Table of Contents ··············································································· 4
1 Welcome
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1.1 Features ·············································································· 5
1.2 Using this Manual ······························································· 5
2 Setup
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2.1 Setup Precautions ······························································· 6
2.2 Amplifier Installation ···························································· 6
2.3 Proper Cooling Considerations ··········································· 8
2.4 Input Connections ······························································ 9
2.5 Output Connections ·························································· 11
3 Operation
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3.1 Operation Precautions ······················································· 13
3.2 Controls, Indicators, and Connectors ································ 14
3.3 Dante ················································································· 17
3.4 Remote Volume Control ···················································· 19
4 Troubleshooting
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5 Technical Specifications
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6 Warranty Information
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6.1 Warranty Summary ··························································· 22
6.2 Return Procedure ····························································· 22
7 Accessories
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8 Notes
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