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CHAPTER 3
OPERATION
SOURCE & OUTPUT SELECTION
The APERIO features a wide range of inputs, including balanced and unbalanced analogue,
AES3 (AES/EBU), S/PDIF Coaxial, USB and Ethernet (LAN). Use the rotational switch on the
front panel to select your preferred source of input. The orange input indicator lamp will
confirm your choice.
In addition to using the APERIO with the supplied Electrostatic Headphones, it also features
an exceptional Line Output section for driving other electronic components that include
outboard amplifiers and loudspeakers. The output mode needs to be selected on the front
panel switch. The orange input indicator lamp will confirm your choice.
ANALOGUE INPUT SELECTION
UNBALANCED
Choose between ‘Low’ and ‘Hi’ on the unbalanced analogue input by means of the rear panel
switch. The inputs will accept the following maximum signal input levels:
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Hi Gain Position, Max Vin 2.1 V
rms
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‘Low Gain Position, Max Vin 5.0 V
rms
BALANCED
Choose between ‘Low’ and ‘Hi’ on the balanced analogue input by means of the rear panel
switch. The inputs will accept the following maximum signal input levels:
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Hi Gain Position, Max Input is 10 dBu
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‘Low Gain Position, Max Input is 18 dBu
Input Source
Output Mode
Analogue
Unbalanced
Analogue
Balanced
