Consonance A120 linear User Manual

A120linear

USER GUIDE

Congratulations on your new CONSONANCE!
Our products are based on a simple philosophy:
The component shall reproduce the original musical sound, purely and naturally.
The products are easy to operate and are manufactured according to the best quality principles.
All CONSONANCE products are created with acoustical instruments in a concert situation as point of

reference. The music is reproduced exactly like the original and is limited only by the quality of the recording.

Our aim is to give you the best possible music experience!

CONTENTS

Sound Advice p.2
General use p.2
Remote Control p. 3
Use & Placement p. 3
Cleaning p. 4
Technical specifications p. 4
Note & Warning p. 4
Guarantee p. 4

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SOUND ADVICE

The Consonance a120 linear Hybrid Integrated Amplifier is easy to connect and operate and requires no prior
technical knowledge. However, to get the most out of the amplifier's superior sound and music quality, we
have provided a brief description of the connections and use of the amplifier in order to provide a total music
experience.

We recommend keeping this user guide for future reference.

GENERAL USE

The amplifier is switched on with the button ① in the left of the front panel. A flashing " -- -- --" blue light in the
display ② indicates that power is switched on. By pushing the same button one more time the power is
switched off.

When power is switched on, the blue indicator located behind the left side of display will light and keep flashing
slightly. After about 30 seconds, the blue indicator will stop flashing and indicate normal tube filament
operation.

Note: It takes about 1 minute for the 6H30 tube to reach its normal operating point, and only slight
sonic improvement will be noticed after 5 minutes.

On the right of the front panel, the right knob ④ is the channel selector with selections: INPUT1(“ IN1”),
INPUT2(“ IN2”), INPUT3(“ IN3”), BALANCED INPUT(“BAL”), and the left knob ③ is the volume control.

Note: all the function of input selecting and volume control could be displayed on the screen, which
will go automatically dim 20 seconds later. When the mute function is switched on, the present volume
level will keep flashing on the screen to indicates mute mode is on.

Avoid connecting input cables or selecting inputs with the source selector switch if the volume setting of the
amplifier is not fully turned down and the speakers are connected. A transient signal might then arise, which
can damage the speakers. The amplifier will not be harmed, but to avoid overloading the speakers, the volume
should be turned fully down or the mute function should be switched on when connecting and disconnecting
cables.

Note: The volume will be turned fully down automatically when the amplifier is switched off and re­switched on for the same reason.

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After the amplifier is switched on, there is a delay of about 30 seconds for the music signal to reach the
speaker outputs. The amplifier is protected against short-circuiting of the speaker terminals , but we still
recommend turning off the amplifier when connecting and disconnecting signal and speaker cables.
The amplifier is designed to be used with a CD player, DVD player, cassette deck, tuner or similar sound
source.

From left to right the connectors are :

⑨ INPUT1(“IN1” displayed on the screen) Phono/RCA Signal input right/left
⑨ INPUT2(“IN2” displayed on the screen) Phono/RCA Signal input right/left
⑨ INPUT3(“IN3” displayed on the screen) Phono/RCA Signal input right/left
⑧ BALANCED INPUT(“BAL” displayed on the screen)Balanced/XLR Signal input right/left
⑦ Pre output Phono/RCA right/left
⑥ Speaker output right
⑥ Speaker output left
⑤ AC Power connection 230V / 115V / 100V AC dependent on country.

The preamplifier section of the a120 linear has two types of audio inputs: unbalanced audio signal with RCA
plugs (phono plugs) and true balanced audio signal with XLR plugs (pin 2 is positive phase, pin 3 is negative
phase and pin 1 is chassis earth), but only one tape of outputs: unbalanced audio signal with RCA plugs
(phono plugs).

CONSONANCE REMOTE CONTROL

The Consonance a120 linear can be controlled by an optional Consonance system remote control. Like other
Consonance products, the number of buttons is kept to a minimum.
The volume, channel select and mute functions of the a120linear can be operated by using the remote
control. The Consonance system remote control will also control other Consonance products like CD players,
avoiding the need of several different remote control devices.
The remote control uses four 1.5-volt LR03 AAA batteries .

USE & PLACEMENT

The Consonance a120linear should be placed on a flat, hard surface for proper cooling. The amplifier
performs best after being switched on for 1 hour for heating up. A certain space is required for air circulation

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above and below the amplifier. The amplifier must never be placed on a carpet or similar surface that obstructs
air circulation through the component. Nor must it be covered while in use or placed on a narrow shelf or in
another confined space.

The amplifier will automatically switch itself off if overheated.

CLEANING

The top cover and knobs are made of brushed and anodized aluminum, while the front panel is made of solid,
powder coated aluminum. Fingerprints or stains on the front panel, knobs or top cover can be removed with a
cloth moistened with warm water.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

a120 linear Integrated Amplifier

Specifications:

Power output 120W + 120W at 4Ohms 80W+80W at 8Ohms
Minimum load 4 ohms speakers can be connected.
Input Sources 4 selectable inputs switched by gold plated relays
Input Terminals Gold plated Phono/RCA unbalanced and gold plated XLR balanced
Output Terminals One set of gold plated speaker terminals each channel
Line level Outputs Gold plated Phono/RCA unbalanced pre out
Frequency response Less than - 0.5dB deviation 10Hz-150kHz
Phase response Less than 2 degrees deviation 20Hz-80kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio More than 80dB
Crosstalk Less than -100dB
Distortion Less than 0.08% @ 20W 8 0hms

cuum tube Sovtek 6H30 x1

Va
Remote Control RC-5 compatible IR system 36kHz modulation
Dimensions 8cm x 43cm x 32cm (HxWxD), 15kg shipment weight.

NOTE & WARNING

Consonance products should only be opened or serviced by certified technicians. The devices contain
electronic components that can cause severe electric shock. Work performed on Consonance products by
unqualified personnel can cause serious damage and personal injury.
Opening of the product by non-authorized personnel will void the guarantee.
The products must not be exposed to rain or moisture.

GUARANTEE

All Consonance products come with a 1-year guarantee for unit and 90days guarantee for vacuum tube
against defective materials and workmanship.
In case you should need assistance with your Consonance product please find your nearest dealer or
distributor by looking at our web page: http://www.operaudio.com

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In case you have problems locating your dealer or distributor please e-mail to

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Warranty

Opera audio guarantees each product manufactured by us to be free from defects
in materials and workmanship under normal use. Our obligation under this
warranty is limited to making good at our factory any part or parts thereof which
shall, within 1 year after delivery to the original purchaser, be returned to us with
transportation charges prepaid, and which an examination shall disclose to have
been thus defective; this warranty being expressly in lieu of all other warranties
expressed or implied and of all other obligations or liabilities on our part. This
warranty shall not apply to any Opera audio product which shall have been
repaired or altered outside of our factory in any way so as to affect its stability, nor
which has been subject to misuse, negligence or accident. Warranties of the
vacuum tubes are by the respective manufacturers, usually 90 days.

Please mail or e-mail the Registration Card to the address as follow:

The Opera Audio Co., Ltd.

No.2 JiuXianQiaoLu
ChaoYang District
Beijing, China
Post Code: 100015
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

[e-mail]
www.operaudio.com

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