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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to a new world of possibilities. Generation VIII is by far the most advanced digital to analog
converter available today. It offers the advantages of Theta’s legendary mastery in digital signal processing
and sound quality unapproachable by any other equipment.
Getting to know your Generation VIII
Despite the Generation VIII’s great technical sophistication, we believe in making it as easy as possible for
you to use. We think you’ll enjoy the intuitive way the Generation VIII works. Rather than offer a frustrating
bewilderment of little used functions in constant view, vying for your attention, Generation VIII is structured
systematically by function.
This Generation VIII has been put through a rigorous and unique testing procedure that insures that it will
last for many years with minimal service requirements. This procedure includes the following:
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All assembled circuit boards are given a thorough visual inspection and are then tested in a bench-
reference Generation VIII.
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The tested, assembled circuit boards are then installed in a new Generation VIII and the whole unit is
tested for every function and parameter.
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The unit is put on a burn-in torture rack for 100 hours to test for any possible component failures.
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The Generation VIII is tested on an audio analyzer for all pertinent parameters.
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The Generation VIII is put through a final bench test wherein every possible feature, mode and
parameter is checked.
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The unit has all remaining chassis components installed and then undergoes a complete visual
inspection, which assures that all Generation VIII’s meet visual specifications.
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The unit is then put through a critical listening test.
Burn In Time
This unit has a break in period of about 1 week during which continuous improvement in sound quality will be
observed. It is recommended that music or the internal burn-in signal be played continuously through the
unit during this time to expedite the break in period.
Summary of Contents for Generation VIII Series 3
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