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Tube “rolling” and replacement

Only the front pair of matched 6N8S valves can be replaced with the same type or 6SN7, 

6SN7GT or 5692 or CV181. 

                                                                                                           

Please note: The protective cover will not fit over the taller CV181 valves.

   

Use of any other valve type will damage the circuit and invalidate the warranty. In case of 

“valve rolling”, the use of octal valve socket savers is strongly advisable, as any damage to 

the valve sockets caused by “valve rolling” is not covered by the warranty.

 

The matched pair of 6N6P should be replaced with the same type only. The pair of EZ35 

rectifiers can be replaced with the same type or 6C5S, CV574 or 6X5GT rectifiers. 

IMPORTANT!

 

Fuse. 

The unit is fitted with a 

1A

 fuse which is located in the IEC mains socket on the back panel – 

this must be replaced only with the same amperage value!

 (a spare is provided in the fuse 

“drawer”).  In case of subsequent fuse failure – the unit has to be send for repair                                                                

Earth 

connection – 

the

 

unit must be earthed

, this is provided by the safety earth contact in 

IEC mains socket – make sure that your home mains electrical installation has safety earth 

connection in order.

 

 

Removing the Valve Cover. 

The valve cover is secured to the top of the unit by way of 4 hex bolts being accessible 

through slots in valve cover.  The cover may be removed in order to facilitate tube 

replacement by using the supplied long hex key (2mm) tool to undo such bolts. 

 

                                                     

Specifications

 

 

Audio Signal Frequency Range: 

 

 

 

5Hz - 20 kHz 

Dynamic range: 

 

 

 

 

 

113dB 

Digital inputs:   1x AES/EBU, 1x RCA Coaxial, 1x BNC, 1x Toslink optical, 1x asynchronous 

24bit/192kHz USB 2.0 input 

Summary of Contents for TAD-1S

Page 1: ...Vad Vad Vad Vad Valve Audio Devices TAD 1S Digital to Analogue Converter Valve DAC User Manual Version 1 3...

Page 2: ...ly high quality components the TAD 1S achieves a standard of micro dynamics resolution and speed to satisfy the most discerning of audiophiles Closing the gap to the original sound delivering unparall...

Page 3: ...ty registration form 13 UNPACKING In the flight case you will find the following VAD TAD 1S valve DAC Power Cord Hex key for removing the valve cover Owner s Manual Remove all contents Keep the flight...

Page 4: ...Connection VAD TAD 1S inputs Digital inputs...

Page 5: ...activated disconnects all the SPDIF compatible inputs and connects via internal I2S interface TAD 1S asynchronous USB Audio module direct to the dual mono DACs inputs The TAD 1S will automatically cho...

Page 6: ...a minimum of one coaxial SPDIF output Most high quality CD transports are also equipped with AES EBU output TAD 1S digital audio connectivity AES EBU balanced digital audio input BNC digital audio in...

Page 7: ...se the life span of the valves it is recommended to minimise the number of times that the unit is switched on and off e g where several listening session may be planned during the course of the day it...

Page 8: ...d this occur simply single press and release the reset switch This will restart the receiver s automatic signal locking procedure Other Information Placement Apart from the tubes which by their very n...

Page 9: ...e which is located in the IEC mains socket on the back panel this must be replaced only with the same amperage value a spare is provided in the fuse drawer In case of subsequent fuse failure the unit...

Page 10: ...2 8kg Shipping weight 18kg Valve Audio Devices VAD Warranty Information Valve Audio Devices Limited warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of seven 7 y...

Page 11: ...or to any part of the product This Warranty does not cover damage due to improper operation maintenance or installation or attempted repair by anyone other than Valve Audio Devices or a VAD dealer or...

Page 12: ...roducts and to change the prices or specifications of any product without notice or obligation to any person TAD 1S DAC is a UK Patent Office international registered design Valve Audio Devices Limite...

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