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be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspaper,
tablecloths, curtains etc.
WARNING: Only use attachments/accessories specified or provided by the
manufacturer (such as the exclusive supply adapter, battery etc.).
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This lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock.
Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back) as
there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions:
Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install under the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised or grounding-type plug. A polarised
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being stepped on or pinched, particularly at the plugs,
convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilt or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
WARNING: Please refer to the information on the exterior panel of the enclosure
for electrical and safety information before installing or operating the apparatus.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus
to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and
that objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on the apparatus.
WARNING: For the terminals marked with the symbol of “ ” may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. The external wiring connected to
the terminals requires installation by an instructed person or the use of
ready-made leads or cords.
Ground protection terminal. This product should be connected to a
power outlet with ground protection.
Denmark:
Finland:
Norway:
Sweden:
WARNING: No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on
the apparatus.
WARNING: Attention should be drawn to environmental aspects of battery
disposal. WARNING: Use of the apparatus in tropical climates.
THE FUSE VALUES ARE:
220 – 240V (UK, China, etc.) T630mAL 250V Slow Blow
100 – 120V (USA, Japan, etc.) T1AL 250V Slow Blow
Apparatets stikprop skal tilsluttes en stikkontakt med jord, som giver
forbindelse til stikproppens jord.
Laite on liitettävä suojakoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan.
Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt.
Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag.
CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel
only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than
that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
Do not install this equipment in a confined or built-in space such as a bookcase or
similar unit, and keep well ventilated in an open space. The ventilation should not
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FCC Statement
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by
manufacturer could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
• RF Exposure Information
• The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement.
• The device can be used in portable exposure condition, compliance with expo
sure requirements.
ISED Statement
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
The digital apparatus complies with Canadian CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B).
This device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5 of
RSS 102 and compliance with RSS 102 RF exposure, users can obtain Canadian
information on RF exposure and compliance.
This equipment complies with Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment.
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. This
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 0mm
between the radiator & your body.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered
trademarks, owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of
such marks by IAG Group Ltd is under license. Other
trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners.
Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated,
registered in the United States and other countries. aptX
is a trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International,
Ltd., registered in the United States and other countries.
Being Roon Tested means that IAG Group Ltd and Roon
have collaborated to ensure you have the best
experience using Roon, software and IAG Group Ltd
equipment together, so you can just enjoy the music.
MQA (Master Quality Authenticated)
MQA is an award-winning British technology that delivers
the sound of the original master recording. The master
MQA file is fully authenticated and is small enough to
stream or download. Visit mqa.co.uk for more
information. 9000Q includes MQA technology, which
enables you to playback MQA audio files and streams,
delivering the sound of the original master recording.
The audiolab 9000Q LED on screen glows green or blue
to indicate that the unit is decoding and playing an MQA
stream or file, and denotes provenance to ensure that
the sound is identical to that of the source material. It
glows blue to indicate it is playing an MQA Studio file,
which has either been approved in the studio by the
artist/producer or has been verified by the copyright
owner
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Audiolab 9000Q
Contents
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Controls and Functions
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1. Getting Started
2. Controls And Functions
3. Remote Handset
4. Connections
5. System Connection
6. Menu Options
7. System Operations
8. Warranty Coverage
9. Specifications
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1: Getting Started
Introduction of 9000Q
Thank you for purchasing the Audiolab 9000Q.
Audiolab's new 9000 Series represents a new standard in home audio for the
connoisseur, and the 9000Q is no exception.
This dedicated preamplifier has been designed in line with the smart aesthetic and
exemplary performance of the 9000 series - solidly built and impeccably finished.
Please read through this manual to obtain the very best from your 9000Q.
Features
• New dedicated preamplifier design
• Full DAC (ESS 9038Pro) section
• Analogue and digital source connectivity
• New Enhanced High-performance phono pre-amplifier
• Bluetooth aptX, aptX HD, LDAC receiver
• New Tone controls
• New XLR and AV Direct functionality
• Dedicated headphone amplifier
• 800 x 480mm WVGA full view IPS LCD
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Outputs
• Two unbalanced pre outputs
• One unbalanced AUX output
• One balanced analogue output
• Headphone output
• Two 12V Trigger outputs
Unpacking the Equipment
The carton should contain:
• The Audiolab 9000Q
• One IEC power cord suitable for your region
• One remote handset
• One instruction manual
Consult the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment if any item is not
present. Carefully unpack the unit and accessories. Take care not to damage the
surface finish when undoing the protective polythene sleeve. Retain the packing
materials for future use. Retain the user manual and information concerning the
date and place of purchase of your equipment for future reference. If you transfer
the unit to a third party, please pass on this instruction manual along with the
equipment.
• Three unbalanced analogue inputs
• One balanced analogue input
• One RCA MM Phono input
• Two coaxial SPDIF digital inputs
• Two optical SPDIF digital inputs
• Bluetooth 5.1(aptX/aptX HD/ LDAC) input
• USB-B 2.0 port for replaying stereo from a compatible host
• USB-A 2.0 port for firmware update
Placement
The unit must be mounted on a solid, level and stable surface.
Before you connect the Audiolab 9000Q to the AC mains power, ensure your AC
mains voltage corresponds to the rating on the rear panel of the product. If in
doubt, consult your dealer. If you move to an area that has a different mains
voltage, seek advice from an Audiolab appointed dealer or a competent service
technician.
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2: Controls and Functions
SELECT
Display
Source Select
Headphone Jack
Volume Control
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Power LED
VOL
Standby Button
Mains Input
Power Switch
POWER
ON
AC 220-240V～50/60Hz 22W
FUSE T630mAL 250V
USB Update AUX Output
OFF
OUTPUT
L
UPDATE
USB
12V
TRIG
R
A B
PRE2PRE1
OUT
DESIGNED AND ENGINEERED IN THE U.K.
9000Q
RIGHT LEFT
BT Antenna
INPUT
OPT2OPT1
COAX1 COAX2
DIGITALXLR
INPUT
RIGHT LEFT
XLR
AUX1
PRE AMPLIFIER MODEL: 9000Q
INPUT
AUX2
AUX3 PHONO
L
R
Grounding
Phono Input
SN:
OUT
AUX
Pre Outputs PC USB
Balanced Pre Output
12V Triggers Balanced Input AUX Inputs
Digital Inputs
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3: Remote Handset
1. MUTE
4
1
RANDOM
5
2
MODE LIST MENU
3
SOURCE TIME DISPLAY BACK
DEV ICE
CD A N
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
2.
3. Source
4. Standby
5. VOL+
6.
7.
8. VOL-
9. MENU
10. BACK
Press to mute and unmute the sound
Navigate to previous track (Bluetooth/PC USB
playback source), reduce brightness (display
options), navigate 'back'/'scroll up' through
menu options
Press to select input source, long press for input
source menu
Press to put the unit in, or bring it out of standby
Increase Volume/Menu settings previous option
Skip to next track (Bluetooth/PC USB playback
source), navigate 'forward'/'scroll down' through
menu options
Confirm and apply changes in menu options, or
enter a menu sub-directory
Decrease Volume / menu settings next option
Press to access the setup menu options
Press to go back up one level in the menu, or exit
to the home screen
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Fit the Batteries
Open the cover and insert 2 x AAA batteries, replace
the cover. Always use AAA batteries and replace them
in sets never mix up old and new batteries.
Very weak batteries can leak and damage the handset.
Replace them in good time!
Note: there is a risk of fire and injury if a battery is
handled improperly. Do not disassemble, crush,
puncture, short the contacts or dispose of the batteries
in fire or water. Do not attempt to open or service a
battery. Discard used batteries in full accordance with
recycling regulations in force in your area.
Handset Operation
Point the handset at the remote receiver and press
the buttons as illustrated to activate the relevant
functions. The handset should be within 15 metres of
the player and there should be a clear line of sight
between the handset and unit for optimum remote
control operation.
Note: The handset can also operate other units in the
audiolab 9000 series. The buttons shown crossed out
are for use with other Audiolab units.
11. DISPLAY
12. CD/A/N
Press to toggle the display options
Press to select the controller device function
(CD = 9000CDT) (A = 9000Q) (N = 9000N)
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Balanced Input
Connects to a source with Balanced XLR Output.
Unbalanced Inputs (AUX)
Connect your analogue sources to one of the three line-level
inputs, AUX1, AUX2 or AUX3.
Phono Input (MM)
Connect your turntable (with a moving magnet cartridge) to
the phono input. Connect the earth lead from your turntable
(if available) to the ground terminal.
Coaxial Digital Input
Connect your coaxial digital sources to either COAX1 or COAX2.
Optical Digital Input
Connect your optical digital sources to either OPT1 or OPT2.
RIGHT LEFT
OUT
AUX
AUX1
INPUT
COAX1 COAX2
DIGITAL
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INPUT
XLR
INPUT
AUX2
L
R
AUX3 PHONO
OPT2OPT1
Balanced Output
Connects to external power amplifier, subwoofer or signal
processor with XLR Balanced Input.
Unbalanced Pre Output
Connects to external power amplifiers, subwoofers or signal
processors.
Unbalanced AUX Output
The AUX direct output is used for connecting to a unit with
Line (RCA) inputs that requires no preprocessing or volume
control of the signal, for example an integrated amplifier,
audio processor, AV controller or an audio recording device.
Headphone Output
A stereo 6.3mm (1/4”) jack is provided on the front panel for
connecting headphones. When headphones are connected
the audio to the XLR and RCA Pre-Amp Outputs will be
deactivated.
RIGHT LEFT
XLR
OUT
OUTPUT
L
R
PRE2PRE1
AUX
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4: Connections
Bluetooth Connection
Select the BT source option on the 9000Q. On your Bluetooth
transmitter device (ie. smartphone, tablet or PC) use the BT
device menu to locate 'Audiolab 9000Q-xxxx' and connect.
Once paired, the Bluetooth icon will appear on the 9000Q
display. If you switch to another input on the 9000Q your
mobile device will be disconnected after 60 seconds.
To reconnect, select BT on the 9000Q and it will automatically
connect to the last paired device (if the device is within
range). Or select 'Audiolab 9000Q-xxxx' on your device in the
Bluetooth menu and it will reconnect. Once paired, you can
disconnect your mobile device with 9000Q by long pressing
the button on the remote controller.
PC USB Input
Connect your computer to the 9000Q via a USB cable (Type-A
to Type-B). Select the PC USB source using the handset or the
SELECT button on the front panel.
USB Update
Follow the instructions provided separately with the official
Audiolab USB update files.
POWER OFF the 9000Q unit. Insert the USB storage device,
onto which the USB update files have been loaded. Press the
STANDBY button on the front panel then simultaneously
POWER ON, your 9000Q will upgrade automatically.
Wait for the device display to confirm that the update is
completed. Then, unplug the USB drive and restart the
9000Q. The unit is now ready to use.
12V Trigger Connection
The 9000Q features two 12V Trigger outputs for controlling
other products, ie. Audiolab amplifiers or third party
compatible equipment.
The 12V Trigger connections are made using 3.5mm to
3.5mm stereo or mono jack interconnects (not included).
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UPDATE
12V
TRIG
A B
OUT
‘No Input Signal’ will be displayed if there is no input signal to
the USB input. When you play a file the digital inputs will lock
onto the digital signal as soon as there is an input signal for
USB. The display screen will then show the output sampling
frequency of the music file being played from your computer.
To download Windows Drivers, please see the separate manual
included with this device or visit audiolab.co.uk/downloads.
The manual and Drivers will also be available from
www.audiolab.co.uk
Mains Input
Before connecting the AC power cord to the 9000Q, please
make sure the Power Switch is in the OFF position. Switch it
to the ON position after connecting the unit to the AC mains.
AC 220-240V～50/60Hz 22W
FUSE T630mAL 250V
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9000Q with a Stereo Power Amplifier (9000P in This Example).
RIGHT
LOUDSPEAKER
POWER
ON
AC 220-240V～50/60Hz 22W
FUSE T630mAL 250V
OFF
DESIGNED AND ENGINEERED IN THE U.K.
9000Q
RIGHT LEFT
OUTPUT
INPUT
L
R
PRE2PRE1
12V
TRIG
A B
OUT
USBUPDATE
COAX1 COAX2
DIGITAL
RIGHT LEFT
OPT2OPT1
INPUT
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LEFT
LOUDSPEAKER
AUX1
PRE AMPLIFIER MODEL: 9000Q
INPUT
AUX2
AUX3 PHONO
L
R
SN:
OUT
XLRXLR
AUX
POWER
ON
AC 220-240V～50/60Hz 660W
FUSE T3.15AL 250V
OUTPUT
OFF
DESIGNED AND ENGINEERED IN THE U.K.
9000P
Made in China
AMPLIFIER MODEL: 9000P
BRIDGE
RIGHT LEFT
BRIDGE+
RIGHT LEFT
12V
TRIG
IN
XLR
BRIDGE INPUT=LEFT
LINE
XLR
LINE
SN:
L
R
STEREO
BRIDGE
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9000Q with Dual Mono Power Amplifiers (2x 9000P in This Example)
RIGHT
LOUDSPEAKER
POWER
ON
AC 220-240V～50/60Hz 22W
FUSE T630mAL 250V
OFF
INPUT
RIGHT LEFT
XLRXLR
DESIGNED AND ENGINEERED IN THE U.K.
9000Q
RIGHT LEFT
OUTPUT
INPUT
L
R
PRE2PRE1
12V
TRIG
A B
OUT
USBUPDATE
OPT2OPT1
COAX1 COAX2
DIGITAL
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LEFT
LOUDSPEAKER
AUX1
PRE AMPLIFIER MODEL: 9000Q
INPUT
AUX2
AUX3 PHONO
L
R
SN:
OUT
AUX
POWER
ON
AC 220-240V～50/60Hz 660W
FUSE T3.15AL 250V
POWER
ON
AC 220-240V～50/60Hz 660W
FUSE T3.15AL 250V
OFF
DESIGNED AND ENGINEERED IN THE U.K.
9000P
Made in China
AMPLIFIER MODEL: 9000P
OFF
DESIGNED AND ENGINEERED IN THE U.K.
9000P
Made in China
AMPLIFIER MODEL: 9000P
BRIDGE
RIGHT LEFT
OUTPUT
BRIDGE+
12V
TRIG
IN
RIGHT LEFT
XLR
BRIDGE INPUT=LEFT
SN:
L
LINE
XLR
R
LINE
STEREO
BRIDGE
BRIDGE
RIGHT LEFT
OUTPUT
BRIDGE+
12V
TRIG
IN
RIGHT LEFT
XLR
BRIDGE INPUT=LEFT
SN:
L
LINE
XLR
R
LINE
STEREO
BRIDGE
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6: Menu Options
Filter
Configure the digital filter for the audio
DAC. Linear Phase (Slow Roll-Off) is the
default setting.
The Audiolab 9000Q ESS ES9038PRO
SABRE DAC allows for detailed tuning
of the audio experience. The DAC
reconstruction filter is a critical part of
refining the sound of a system that
depends on listening taste, program
material, and equipment set-up.
• Linear Phase (Fast Roll-Off): This is the most common filter with clean overall
suppression and excellent rejection, best for music with large transients. Provides
crisp clean highs.
• Linear Phase (Slow Roll-Off): A low group delay and symmetrical input
response with less ringing than ‘Linear-phase fast roll-off’. It offers punchier bass
than ‘Linear-phase fast roll-off’, with clean highs. (Default)
• Minimum Phase (Fast Roll-Off): This offers minimal pre-ringing. It is usually
preferred for imaging and sound stages. It offers no aliasing in the frequency
domain and stronger bass than ‘Linear Phase’, with clean highs.
Settings / Filter
Linear Phase
Linear Phase
Minimum Phase
Minimum Phase
Hybrid
(Fast Roll-Off)
(Slow Roll-Off)
(Fast Roll-Off)
(Slow Roll-Off)
(Fast Roll-Off)
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EQ
The tone controls can be individually
applied to each input. To activate the
controls set EQ to ON.
Adjust the Bass and Treble with a range
of +/-6dB, in 2dB steps
When EQ is set to Bypass, the audio
signal will bypass the tone control
circuit.
Upsampling
The 9000Q will automatically upsample
the incoming digital audio signal (SPDIF
or PC USB) to 352.8KHz or 384KHz.
DAC filters are disabled when upsampling
is enabled.
The upsampling can be turned OFF if
required.
Settings / EQ (PCUSB)
EQ
Bass
Treble
Settings / Upsampling
No
Yes
Bypass
0 dB
0 dB
• Minimum Phase (Slow Roll-Off): A Non-Symmetrical filter designed to minimise
pre-ringing. It offers a strong punchy bass with a good transient attack.
• Hybrid: This is the combination of ‘Linear-phase’ and ‘Minimum-phase’. It offers
a fast transient attack, strong punchy bass and crisp highs.
Source Configuration
XLR = Normal: Tone controls can be
applied.
XLR = Direct: Fully Balanced XLR signal
path via 4 channel volume control .
AUX3 = Normal: Normal line input
AUX3 = AV Bypass: Gain fixed at 0dB for
use with external AV processor with its
own volume control.
Settings / Source Configuration
XLR Normal
AUX3 Normal
DPLL
This setting is used for changing the
bandwidth of the digital phase lock loop
of the D/A converter to accommodate
different levels of jitter on the incoming
SPDIF signal.
Normal mode should be selected for
signals with low jitter, while Wide mode
should be selected for signals with
abnormal jitter.
For best audio quality leave this setting at the default value Normal, only use Wide
for a given input if the system is having problems locking onto the source.
Settings / DPLL
OPT2
COAX2
Normal
Normal
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6: Menu Options
Balance
Adjust the Left and Right balance of the
9000Q output stage.
Input Sensitivity
This feature allows the input sensitivity
of the individual analogue inputs to be
adjusted (+/- 6dB) to help achieve a
more uniform playback volume level
when switching from one source to
another.
Settings / Balance
Settings / EQ (PCUSB)
Settings / Input Sensitivity
EQ
AUX1
Bass
AUX2
Treble
AUX3
XLR
PHONO
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Display Option
Access the various display options for
the 9000Q front panel display.
R 0dBL 0dB
Brightness
Adjust the brightness of the 9000Q front
panel display.
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
0dB
Settings / Display Option
Home
VU Digital
VU Analogue
Audiolab
Display Off
Settings / Display Settings
Brightness
1010
Volume / Power On Limit
Power On Limit sets the maximum
volume level as the unit is switched on.
When coming out of standby, the
volume setting will be set to the level
that was used at the end of the
previous operating session OR to the
Power On Limit value set in this menu,
whichever is lowest.
This will avoid a sudden loud signal at
the beginning of a new session.
Settings / Volume
Power On Limit
-20dB
Display Time Out
Adjust the time at which the 9000Q
display will revert to your chosen
display option, from the home screen,
after performing volume adjustment
and other operations.
Settings / Display Settings
Time Out
5s
10s
15s
30s
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Animation
Activate (ON) or deactivate (OFF) the
animations shown on the playback
interface display.
Trigger
Activate or deactivate the 12V trigger
function of the 9000Q.
Settings / Display Settings
Settings / EQ (PCUSB)
Settings / Trigger
EQ
Bass
Treble
Animation
Off
On
Off
On
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Standby
The auto-standby feature will put the
9000Q into a standby model after 20
minutes of inactivity. This feature can
be also user-defined and set to 20
R 0dBL 0dB
minutes, 60 minutes or ‘Never’. The
latter option means that the 9000Q will
not enter standby mode without user
instruction by way of the front panel
‘standby’ button or remote control
‘standby’ button.
Reset
Reset the 9000Q to the factory default
settings.
Settings / Standby
Never
20 minutes
60 minutes
Settings / Reset
No
Yes
Language
The 9000Q offers multiple language
options for the GUI. Select your chosen
language from the list. The default
language is ‘English’.
Settings / Language
English
简体中文
繁体中文
Dansk
Deutsch
Español
Version
Check the currently installed firmware
version.
Settings / Version
System VER-1.01
PC USB VER-1.25
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Switching On and Off
The 9000Q should be switched on before the amplification stage in your system.
When switching off your system, turn off the amplifier stage before switching off
the 9000Q (“the 9000Q should be "first on, last off").
Standby Mode
After initial power on, the 9000Q will be in standby mode.
Press the standby button on the front panel to bring the unit out of standby.
The power indicator LED will become brighter, and the display will show the
'Audiolab' welcome screen as the unit enters operational mode.
If the system is connected with 12V Trigger cables, putting the 9000Q (master
device) into standby, either with the front panel switch, or via the remote control,
will put all slave devices (for example, 9000P) into standby mode simultaneously.
Press the standby button again to bring all connected devices out of standby.
Source Select
Rotate the SELECT knob on the front panel or use the source (▼or▲) buttons on
the remote handset to select different source inputs. In addition, you can press
the SELECT knob or press and hold the source (▼or▲) buttons on the remote
handset to enter the source selection menu. Scroll source options by rotating the
SELECT knob or the navigation buttons on the remote handset, and press the
SELECT knob or the button on the remote handset to confirm a source selection.
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Mute
Press the VOL knob on the front panel or MUTE button on the remote handset to
mute/unmute the 9000Q.
Display Options
The Audiolab 9000Q has an intelligent and versatile display. You can access the
display options via the menu function. Press the MENU on the remote control to
enter menu mode, or press the MODE button on the front panel of the device.
Navigate to 'Display Options' via the menu options (use the Vol +/- buttons on the
remote or front panel of the device for navigation). Choose and confirm by " "
on the remote control or MODE knob on front panel of the device. Or you can just
press the DISPLAY on the remote control to cycle the display options. Here, you
will have access to the following display options:
Digital VU
Analogue VU
Volume Control
Rotate the VOL knob on the front panel, or use the Volume up/down keys on the
remote control, to set the volume level. The range is -78dB to 0dB, the factory
default volume setting is -20dB. When coming out of standby the 9000Q will be set
to the previous used volume setting, except if louder than -20dB, in which case the
volume will default to -20dB. You can change the power on limit value via the
menu options for the 'Power On Limit' feature.
Audiolab
Display Off
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The Menu
The menu enables you to customise the unit and optimise the interface with other equipment in your system.
Press the ‘SELECT’ knob on front panel or ‘MENU’ key on the remote controller to enter menu mode, and then press 'VOL-' or 'VOL+' to cycle through the menu options.
Press to access the sub menus and press again to confirm any selection. Long press “SELECT” knob or “BACK” on remote to go back or exit the menu.
The Menu Tree
Filter
Linear Phase
Fast Roll-Off
Linear Phase
Slow Roll-Off
Minimum Phase
Fast Roll-Off
Source
Configuration
XLR
AUX3
Normal
Direct
Normal
EQ
EQ
Bass
Bypass
On
-6dB/-4dB/-2dB/0dB
Upsampling
No
Yes
DPLL
OPT2
COAX2
COAX2
Normal
Wide
Normal
Balance
L +3dB
R +3dB
Minimum Phase
Slow Roll-Off
Hybrid Fast
Roll-Off
AV Bypass
Treble
0dB+2dB/+4dB/+6dB
-6dB/-4dB/-2dB/0dB
0dB+2dB/+4dB/+6dB
Wide
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The Menu Tree
Input sensitivity
AUX1
AUX2
AUX3
-6dB/-5dB/-4dB/-3dB/-2dB/-1dB/0dB
0dB/+1dB/+2dB/+3dB/+4dB/+5dB/+6dB
-6dB/-5dB/-4dB/-3dB/-2dB/-1dB/0dB
0dB/+1dB/+2dB/+3dB/+4dB/+5dB/+6dB
-6dB/-5dB/-4dB/-3dB/-2dB/-1dB/0dB
0dB/+1dB/+2dB/+3dB/+4dB/+5dB/+6dB
Volume
Power On
limit-40dB
Power On
limit-35dB
Power On
limit-30dB
Power On
limit-25dB
Power On
limit-20dB
Display Option
Home
VU Digital
VU Analogue
Audiolab
Display Off
Display Settings
Brightness
Time out
1-10
5s
10s
15s
Trigger
Off
On
Language
English
简体中文
繁體中文
Dansk
Deutsch
Standby
Never
20min
60min
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Reset Version
No
Yes
System VER-1.XX
PC USB VER-1.XX
XLR
Phono
-6dB/-5dB/-4dB/-3dB/-2dB/-1dB/0dB
0dB/+1dB/+2dB/+3dB/+4dB/+5dB/+6dB
-6dB/-5dB/-4dB/-3dB/-2dB/-1dB/0dB
0dB/+1dB/+2dB/+3dB/+4dB/+5dB/+6dB
Animation
30s
On
Off
Español
Francais
Italiano
Nederlands
Polski
Suomalaninen
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8: Warranty Coverage
Audiolab warrants this product, subject to the terms and conditions below, to be
free from defects in materials and workmanship. During the warranty period
Audiolab will repair or replace (at Audiolab’s option) this product, or any defective
part in this product, if it is found to be defective due to faulty materials,
workmanship or function. The warranty period may vary from country to country.
Online Registration
Scan the QR code using a smart-phone device,
for product warranty registration online.
The three (3) year extended warranty is applicable to items purchased from Jan 1st
2021, onwards. Items purchased prior to this date are not eligible for this extended
warranty service but are subject to statutory warranty claims and all applicable
consumer rights.
To qualify for the extended 3 year warranty, you must register your product within
ninety (90) calendar days from the date of purchase.
Visit audiolab.co.uk/warranty-registration to complete your online registration.
Items not registered online will have a Limited Warranty for one (1) year, or for the
period of your country’s statutory warranty, whichever is longer.
Warranty can only be offered to products registered with proof of purchase with
date, model and details of the authorised dealer clearly stated on the
receipt/invoice. Please keep the original receipt/invoice in case it is required for a
warranty claim.
This Limited Warranty is non-transferable and is offered exclusively to the original
owner.
This Limited Warranty is valid only in the original country of purchase.
Repairs or replacements are provided under this warranty are the exclusive
remedy of the consumer. Audiolab shall not be liable for any incidental or
consequential damages for breach of any expenses or implied warranty with any
product. Except to the extent prohibited by law, this warranty is exclusive and in
lieu of all other warranties whatsoever, both expressed and implied, including but
not limited to the warrant of merchantability and fitness for practical purpose.
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This warranty provides benefits that are additional to and do not affect your
statutory consumer rights.
This Limited Warranty offer is subject to correct information being submitted in
your application. Incorrect dates or mismatched purchase receipt dates that are
outside of the warranty terms will immediately invalidate any warranty claim.
*Please check with your dealer local distributor for further information.
Exclusions
The following items are excluded from the Audiolab warranty:
Normal wear and tear and cosmetic damage (including but not limited to any wear
from reasonable use, environmental deterioration or neglect)
Products on which the serial number has been removed, altered or otherwise
made illegible.
Products not purchased from an authorised Audiolab dealer.
Products that were not new at the time of original purchase.
Products sold ‘as is’, ‘as seen’ or ‘with faults’
Product not purchased from an Authorised Dealer/Distributor within the region of
the claim (ie parallel imports or grey market products)
Accidental damage or faults caused by commercial use, acts of God, incorrect
installation, incorrect connection, incorrect packaging, misuse or careless
operation or handling which is not in accordance with the user instructions.
Equipment that has been operated in conjunction with unsuitable, inappropriate
or faulty apparatus.
Repairs, alterations or modifications carried out by parties other than Audiolab or
its authorised service partners.
Damage in transit that cannot be attributable to the fault of Audiolab, the
authorised distributor or dealer (ie. claims otherwise covered by transit insurance.)
Faults relating to abnormal or inappropriate power supply voltage or power
surges.
Faults relating to extremities in temperature, exposure to heat, water or other
liquids, insects, excessive moisture, sand, chemicals, battery leakage or any other
contaminants.
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8: Warranty Coverage
Any force majeure events, including but not limited to any acts of God, fire,
lightning, typhoon, storm, earthquake, hurricane, natural disaster, tsunami, flood,
war, riot, public disturbance.
Any other causes beyond the reasonable control of either Audiolab and its
Authorised Distributor.
Please note items purchased before 1st Jan 2021 are not eligible for the extended
warranty claim.
How to Claim
To obtain warranty service please contact the authorised dealer from which you
purchased this product and present the limited warranty certificate offered upon
registration of your product’s extended warranty offer.
Do not dispatch goods without the prior agreement of the dealer distributor or
authorised service centre.
If asked to return products for inspection and or repair, please pack carefully
preferably in the original carton or packaging affording an equal degree of
protection and returned via insured, trackable courier service.
The authorised dealer or distributor will offer full return details and instructions.
However, please note if unsuitable packaging is used the warranty may be deemed
void due to improper action in return.
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than the official distributor or authorised service centre.
Other than the warranty and services set out in this warranty, to the fullest extent
permitted by law, Audiolab shall not be liable to you and/or any third party or entity
whatsoever for:
Any loss, damages and/or malfunction caused to any product(s) which is/are
•
connected to any of the products covered by this warranty.
•
Any damages, loss and liability, whether direct, indirect, incidental, consequential
special, punitive or otherwise, howsoever caused by, arising out of or otherwise,
in relation to the installation, delivery, use, service, repair, replacement and/or
maintenance of the product;
•
Any damages, loss and liability under this warranty in respect of any act,
omission, or negligence of any of their technicians, employees, agents,
representatives or independent contractors relating to the actual or purported
performance of any of the obligations under this warranty.
Service Centre Address
Should a fault occur with your product, please pack it correctly using the original
packing, so you can ship it safely. For technical support, servicing or product
queries and information, please contact either your local retailer or the office
below:
Audiolab or the authorised distributor, dealer or service centre may make a charge
for the supply of new packaging for the return of the repaired item. Please note,
insurance is recommended as goods are returned at the owner’s risk. Authorised
distributors or service centres cannot be held liable for loss or damage in transit.
insurance and freight charges on the return journey will be paid for by Audiolab,
authorised dealer, distributor or service centre if corrective work proves to be
necessary.
In the event of ‘no-fault found’ or ‘no repair necessary’, the return shipping charge
will be the responsibility of the owner.
Repairs
All repairs will be carried out by the appointed distributor (or locally appointed
service centre). Repairs handled or processed without authorisation or approval of
the appointed representative will be excluded from this limited warranty. Please
note, Audiolab is not able to supply parts or replacement items to any other entity
IAG Service Dept.
13/14 Glebe Road
Huntingdon
Cambridgeshire
PE29 7DL
UK
Tel: +44(0)1480 452561
Email: [email protected]
For information on other authorised service centres worldwide contact Audiolab
International, UK.
A worldwide distributors list is available on the Audiolab website: www.audiolab.co.uk
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BRAND Audiolab
Model
General Description
Design Philosophy and Core Technology
Inputs
Outputs
Sampling Frequency
Preamp/DAC
D to A Converter
Input Sensitivity
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
Frequency Response
Output Impedance
9000Q
Preamplifier
New dedicated preamplifier design
Full DAC (ESS 9038PRO) section
Analogue and digital source connectivity
New Enhanced High-performance phono pre-amplifier
Bluetooth aptX, aptX HD, LDAC receiver
New Tone controls
New XLR and AV Direct functionality
Dedicated headphone amplifier
800 x 480mm WVGA full view IPS LCD
3 x Analogue, 1 x XLR, 1 x Phono (MM),
2 x SPDIF (COAX), 2 x SPDIF (Optical),
1 x PC USB (USB B), 1 x Bluetooth (aptX / aptX HD / LDAC)
2 x Pre RCA, 1 x AUX, 1 x Pre XLR, 1 x Headphone, 2 x 12V Trigger
Optical / Coaxial: 44.1kHz - 192kHz
PC USB: 44.1kHz - 768kHz (PCM) / DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512
ES9038Pro
1Vrms (Line, Volume = 0dB)
2Vrms (XLR, Volume = 0dB)
4.5mV (Phono MM, Volume=0dB)
< 0.001% (1KHz @ 0dBFS)
20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.1dB)
120 ohm (RCA) / 100 ohm (XLR)
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Max. Sampling Frequency
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N)
Headphone Amplifier
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
Output Impedance
Load Impedance
General
Standby Power Consumption
Net Weight
Gross Weight
Dimensions (mm) (W x H x D)
Carton Size (mm) (W x H x D)
Finish
Power Requirements
(depending on region)
Standard Accessories
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Optical, Coaxial: 192KHz
PC USB: PCM768kHz, DSD512
> 113dB (A-weighted, RCA)
> 117dB (A-weighted, XLR Direct)
< 0.01% (1kHz, 50mW )
2.35 ohm
20-600 ohm
<0.5W
6.2kg
8kg
444 x 90 x 328
514 x 165 x 470
Black / Silver
100-120V ~ 50/60Hz
220-240V ~ 50/60Hz
Power Cord, Remote Control, User Manual
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Audiolab
IAG House,
13 /14 Glebe Road,
Huntingdon,
Cambridgeshire,
PE29 7DL,
UK
Telephone: +44(0)1480 452561
Email: [email protected]
http://www.audiolab.co.uk
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