Acoustic Solutions SP101 User Manual

Congratulations on purchasing this Acoustic Solutions’ integrated ampli er.
It has been developed following an extensive research and development
program that has culminated in what we regard as an exceptional mid-range
hi- product.

Our aim when designing this product was to produce a visually appealing
unit which would look comparable to higher priced products, and give an
exceptional performance to match.

We trust that this ampli er will give you hours of listening pleasure, and
provide years of unparalleled performance. As with any new electrical product
please be patient and allow at least 36 hours use before all components
have acclimatised themselves to your surroundings, and found their optimum
working temperature. Please do not operate this product at high volume levels
immediately after switching on.

INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS

Introduction
Safety Instructions
Front Panel Controls
Rear Panel connections
Installation and Position
Making the Connections
Using the Ampli er
Trouble Shooting
Speci cations
Contact Details

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SP 101 AMPLIFIER

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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove any cover.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER ANY SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Read and keep these instructions available for future reference.

• For indoor use only.

• The unit must only be connected to a suitable mains power supply using the
mains power lead provided.

• To reduce the risk of re or electrical shock, do not expose this unit to rain
or moisture.

• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.

• No objects lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.

• Unplug the unit from the wall socket during lightning storms and when it is
not going to be used for a long period of time.

• Take care that foreign objects do not enter, or liquids are not spilled, into
the enclosure through any openings. If this should happen, refer to qualied
service personnel before attempting to use.

• Ensure adequate ventilation - do not cover this unit with curtains, etc.

• Do not install near any heat source, such as radiators, or other equipment
that produces heat.

• Protect the mains power cable from being damaged.

• The SP 101 system is double insulated and does not require an earth
connection in the UK mains plug.

UK MAINS PLUG DETAILS

For your convenience a mains plug with a fuse (3 Amp) has been tted to
this appliance. For your safety please observe the following information.

• The SP 101 is designed to operate on AC mains supply between 220
and 240 volts, 50 Hz.

• The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:

BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE

• Under no circumstances should the Neutral or Live wires be connected
to the ‘E’ (Earth) terminal.

CAUTION

RISK OF EL ECTRI C SHO CK!

DO NO T OPEN !

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This product complies with
European low voltage (73/23/
EEC) and electromagnetic
compatibility (89/336/EEC)
directives.

The lightning ash symbol with the arrowhead within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage’
within the product’s enclosure that may be sufcient to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to important operating and maintenance instructions in the service literature
relevant to this appliance.

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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

1. LCD DISPLAY. Will give an indication of volume position and input source
selected. Will also display other menu features as described on pages (7-13).

2. PHONO INPUT SELECTOR SWITCH.

3. TUNER INPUT SELECTOR SWITCH.

4. TAPE/AUX INPUT SELECTOR SWITCH.

5. CD INPUT SELECTOR SWITCH.

6. IR RECEPTOR. This can be used with optional 3 in 1 remote control which

is available. This controls Amplier, DAB and CD player from one hand set.

7. DVD INPUT SELECTOR SWITCH. (stereo 2 channel only).

8. DAB DIGITAL TUNER INPUT SELECTOR SWITCH.

9. FUNCTION BUTTON. Allows access to menu features such as bass, treble,

balance, loudness, speakers on/off etc.

10. ROTARY CONTROL KNOB. This allows adjustment of parameters such
as volume, bass, treble, balance, loudness and speakers on/off etc.

11. HEADPHONE SOCKET. Stereo 6.4mm jack for use with most
headphones.

12. LED POWER INDICATOR. Light will show green to indicate that the
SP101 is on. It will show red if the SP101 is in stand by mode set by the
optional remote control.

13. POWER BUTTON. Switches mains power on/off to internal components,
however please note that mains power is still applied to this unit even though
this switch may be off.

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REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

1. WARNING LABELS. Please be aware that this unit contains high voltages,
and should not be opened, please refer to page 2 of this manual.

2. MAINS CABLE INLET POSITION. Please ensure that this cable strain relief
bush is intact and has not been damaged.

3. LOUDSPEAKER OUTPUTS. Please ensure that +/- connections are made
properly between rear of the SP101 amplier and loudspeakers. Ensure wires
are not frayed or touching.

4. LINE OUTPUT SOCKETS. This is for connection to external amplication
or recording equipment.

5. DAB DIGITAL RADIO INPUT SOCKET.

6. DVD INPUT SOCKET. (2 channel stereo only).

7. CD INPUT SOCKET.

8. TAPE/ AUX INPUT SOCKET.

9. TUNER INPUT SOCKET.

10. PHONO INPUT SOCKET. For the connection of a turntable.

11. PHONO TERMINAL EARTH POST. It is necessary to provide a chassis

earth connection between the turntable and the amplier. Failure to do this will
result in a buzzing or humming noise from the loudspeakers.

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