Volume
Press
to raise or lower the volume. The
VOLUME control on the front panel turns.
Unpacking
Inserting Batteries in the Handset
Controls and Functions
Unpack the product fully. The carton should contain
The Audiolab 8000Q
One IEC power cord suitable for your area
One Remote Handset with two AA batteries
This instruction manual
Report any damage or shortage to your dealer as soon as possible.
Retain the packing if possible. If you dispose of the packing, do so
with regard to any recycling regulations in your area.
The battery compartment is on the rear of the handset. Unwrap the
batteries, open the compartment cover and insert the batteries.
Follow polarity indications in the battery compartment. Replace
batteries in pairs. Use new batteries of the same type and rating.
When power is switched on the 8000Q is muted for 3 seconds.
Turn to select the listening source. The 8000Q mutes briefly when a
new input is selected.
This enables you to operate the volume control over a wide area
while minimising noise. For initial installations, set gain to 9dB.
REDUCE Gain: high sensitivity loudspeakers, low level listening.
INCREASE Gain: low sensitivity loudspeakers, low output sources.
When changing gain the 8000Q will briefly mute.
Altering the gain will not affect the Record Outputs.
Adjusts playing volume. Always turn the volume up gradually.
Turn the volume down before changing inputs.
Turn to select source to record to Tape 1, Tape 2 or Video. You can
record to any CD, tape or other recorder with analogue inputs.
Record selector and input selector operate independently. It is
possible to record from any source whilst listening to another.
(available on the Remote Handset)
Toggles the pre-amp output On/Off. Recording is unaffected.
Socket for connection of headphones. Unplug headphones when
not in use. Connecting headphones mutes the 8000Q.
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Power Switch
Input Selector
Gain Switch
Volume Control
Record Selector
Mute
Headphone Socket
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2a: Introduction- 8000Q
RECORD
SELECTOR
INPUT
SELECTOR
HEADPHONE
SOCKET
POWER
SWITCH
POWER LED
RED=Power On
MUTE LED
RED=Mute On
Input
Press to select listening source. The INPUT
selector on the front panel turns.
If you wish to record, the record input must be
selected manually.
Mute
Toggles mute On/off.
Remote Handset
Buttons shown in white control the 8000Q.
Buttons shown in grey operate Audiolab CD
players and have no effect on the 8000Q.
As the handset uses RC5 coding it will operate
many CD players. Check with your dealer.
Switching On
Make sure all the signal and loudspeaker connections to and from
the amp are secure and correctly made.
Plug the power cords into the pre-amplifier and the power
amplifier/s and then into the wall socket .
Switch on at the mains and then switch on the pre-amlifier
followed by the power amplifier/s.
The power indicators on all the units will light showing the system
is operational.
The 8000Q pre-amplifier may be operated via the front panel or
the remote handset.
When you have finished using the equipment switch off all the
power amplifiers. Some enthusiasts prefer to leave the pre-
amplifier permanently switched on. If you do this, ensure that the
pre-amplifier is set to mute with the volume control at minimum.
It is essential that the loudspeaker connections are secure and with
the positive and negative terminals correctly connected.
This becomes especially important in bi-wired and bi-amplified
systems where the effects of one or more incorrectly connected (out
of phase) loudspeakers may severely impair the sound and yet be
difficult to detect.
If the sound appears muddled and lacking clarity this may be
because one or more speaker connections are not correctly made.
Always check loudspeaker connections carefully when you have
made any alteration to your system.
Connections should be checked periodically. If necessary the plugs
should cleaned with a proprietary cleaner or, in the case of
loudspeaker connections, freshly re-made.
Phase
Maintaining Connections
800Q
VOLUME
CONTROL
REMOTE
CONTROL SENSOR
GAIN
SWITCH
Care & Cleaning
Servicing
While cleaning is in progress the AC power
cord must be unplugged from the AC
power supply socket.
Grease or dirt on the equipment may be
removed with a soft, lint-free cloth slightly
moistened with a mild solution of warm
water and detergent or washing-up liquid.
Do not use any other solutions or solvents.
If you have any queries regarding the use
of Audiolab equipment, consult your
dealer.
Servicing of Audiolab products should only
be carried out by authorised service
agents. If service is required the
equipment should be returned, securely
packaged, preferably using original
packaging, to your dealer.
In the UK equipment may be returned to
the IAG Service Centre. In the USA
equipment may be returned to the Service
address shown on this page.
Always telephone before returning any
equipment.
A note should be enclosed giving your
name, address, telephone number, and a
brief description of the reason for return.
If you require Service outside the Warranty
period, do not hesitate to contact your
dealer.
IAG Service Centre
Unit 4
St Margaret’s Way
Stukeley Meadows Industrial Estate
Huntingdon
Cambs
PE29 6EB
England
452561
13403
Service Address - UK
Service Address - USA
Tel:+44 (0)1480
Fax: +44 (0)1480
IAG America, Inc.
15 Walpole Park South
Walpole
MA 02081
USA
Tel: +1 508 850 3950
Fax +1 508 850 3905
6: Service
5: Operation
Bi-Amplified connection- 8000Q with four 8000M power amplifiers
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