10
Symptom
Cause
Possible Solution
A. Unit does
not power
up when the
Power
Switch is
Pressed
1) No Power to unit
2) Blown Fuse
1) Check that amplifier is plugged into
a powered electrical outlet
2) Check if the power cable is plugged
into the power socket on the rear panel
of the amplifier.
3) Check the fuse.
B. Unit powers
up, Vacuum
Tube does not
light up or glow.
1) Tube not seated
2) Tube is defective
1) Check tube
2) Replace tube
C. No Sound
from
Speakers
1) Audio input not
connected
2) Incorrect Input
setting
3) Low volume
4) Speaker issue
1) Check input connections and
make sure that the source is in
play mode if applicable
2) Check input selector
3) Check volume control, check speak-
er connection, check tube
4) Check speaker connections
5) Check speakers
D. Poor sound
stage, Poor
audio presence,
acoustic image is
unstable charac-
terized by an
unnatural sound
and insufficient
low range tonal
quality.
1) Speaker polarities
are reversed and not
unmatched to the
polarity of the ampli-
fier.
2) Output tubes may
need to be changed.
3) Check speaker connections: Right
Speaker Output connection for
Right Speaker, Left Output con-
nection for Left Speaker
4) Check that speaker polarity con-
nections are correct: Red of Amp
to Red of Speaker (+); Black of
Amp to Black of Speaker (-)
5) Change both output tubes with
new unused ones of the same
type.
10.0 Basic Troubleshooting
If you continue to experience difficulty and cannot solve your
issue or have other problems or where the particular problem is
not listed, disconnect the power cord and contact
your Authorized DARED Dealer for assistance.
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1.0 UNPACKING:
The
I-30HD Tube Class A Integrated Amplifier with
USB/DAC
should be removed from its box with care. The following
accessories should be found inside:
AC power cable USB Cable
This Owner’s Manual
One set of lint free gloves
Warranty Information and Product Registration Card
As soon as the amplifier is safely removed from its packaging please per-
form a thorough physical inspection and report any physical damage to
your dealer immediately. We suggest that you keep all of the original
packaging, storing it in a safe, dry place in the event that you may need it
later to transport or move this product.
At this time also please locate the Product Registration Card and write
down the serial number of your new I-30HD Amplifier in the space pro-
vided on the card as well as below for future reference.
Serial No.
: _________________
Date of Purchase
:___________
2.0 About your I-30HD Tube Integrated Class A Amplifier:
A “Must
Have” for Music lovers and audiophiles who want warm, detailed and
true analog-like sound from highly compressed over-the-air digital
sources in addition to MP3/MP4 players, iPods, computers or CD players
when connected to the USB DAC or Line input connection. Enjoy audio-
phile quality music like you've never experienced it before.
The I-30HD has a very good transient response offering you with every
precise detail and note along with an incredible soundstage and very
high resolution due to our unique design.
Notably, careful selection of components are used throughout the as-
sembly that should provide you with many years of listening pleasure.
Included in your component’s design and fabrication :
Custom made OFC winding toroidal audio output transformer for perfect sound
reproduction
Nichicon high quality electrolytic capacitors
Custom made OFC winding power transformer
PCB using 2 oz copper layer to maintain extreme low resistance and noise
ALPS brand high fidelity grade potentiometers
Custom made High Quality Audio Coupling Capacitors
Custom made 5881 Vacuum Tubes by Shuguang
Custom made 12AX7 superior grade high end audio vacuum tubes
Ceramic tube sockets