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© 2002-2004 bel canto design, Ltd.
eVo2i User’s Guide rev081104
Because the eVo2i runs cool it can be
placed in many system locations without
compromise. We do not recommend
placing weights or other objects directly
on the eVo2i. This may mar or scratch
the chassis finish. Do not use harsh
chemicals when cleaning the outside of
your eVo2i.
Single Ended RCA and Balanced XLR
connectors are available. XLR jacks
allow balanced hookup using the stan-
dard pin configuration:
Pin 1 Ground
Pin 2 Input +
Pin 3 Input -
• The elegant simplicity of the signal path
and gain stage allows the eVo2i to pre-
serve audio signal quality. Audio Grade
decoupling capacitors and resistors, star
grounding and careful signal routing insure
that low-level signals are preserved.
• Input processing provides one balanced
XLR connection, three RCA jack connec-
tions and Tape In. Tape Output is an RCA
output with an active audio-grade buffer to
isolate the internal signal bus from the tape
output. Line out RCA connection offers flexi-
bility of use with a sub woofer, external
amplifier for bi-amping or outboard signal
processor.
• The volume control is a precision analog
stepped attenuator controlled by a micro-
controller. This device provides extremely
low noise and distortion coupled with high
accuracy. The sonic quality is superior to
the best potentiometers and insures no
wear.
• High efficiency Digital Power Processing
eVo power amplifier.
• Efficiency >90% insures cool operation.
• THD and IMD <0.05%
• Damping Factor >100
• High thermal stability in all stages
• Fully regulated, low noise supplies for all
analog stages
• Soft clipping with uncompromised low
level distortion performance
• Ultra-low power dissipation for ‘green’
amplification
• Protection circuitry outside signal path
• Programmable features allow you to dis-
able (except TAPE), name and set volume
for listening and soft mute levels for ALL
inputs individually
• The eVo2i powers on in Soft Mute Mode.
Soft Mute Mode is a fully adjustable setting
that also can be selected as a muting
option during regular listening.
Placement and Initial Setup
Design Features
IMPORTANT: Make all connections before powering your unit.