Synaestec Audio Volatus 200, Owner'S Manual

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Preparations
The Volatus 200 is a monaural power amplifier. Each left and right audio channel is operated by a
separate amplifier unit in order to achieve the best stereo channel isolation and audio playback.
Install Volatus 200 on a rigid and stable platform. A vibration ‐ free platform will help to extract
optimal sonic performance.
Connect the Volatus 200 to the mains with an AC power cord. Always use an AC power cord with
ground wire. The Volatus 200 must be earthed, both for safety and sonic reasons. To get the best
sound quality, make sure that all your Hi ‐ Fi equipments are operated from one mains socket.
To prevent accidental short circuit, connect and secure all audio cable and speaker cable before
powering on the amplifier.
Both balanced and unbalanced inputs are equipped in the Volatus 200. A balanced XLR cable is
preferred for the best sound quality. The symmetrical instrumental audio input circuit of the Volatus
200 will also provide decent common mode noise rejection even when an unbalanced RCA cable is
used.
Use the input toggle switch on the rear panel to select balanced or unbalanced input. Avoid
connecting both balanced and unbalanced input at the same time. XLR to RCA adaptor plug is not
recommended.
The Volatus 200 balanced audio input is wired as:
Pin 1: Ground
Pin 2: positive signal (+)
Pin 3: negative signal ( ‐ )
(In compliance with AES 48 ‐ 2005 standard)