Creek Audio EVOLUTION RDS AM, EVOLUTION RDS FM, EVOLUTION Instruction Manual

Designed and engineered

in the United Kingdom

EVOLUTION
RDS AM/FM TUNER

Instruction Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Creek Evolution tuner. You are now in possession of a State of the Art RDS AM/FM tuner.
The Evolution is the matching tuner for the Evolution Integrated Amplifier and CD Player, although it will also work very well
with any other manufacturers’ amplifiers. The functions and operation of the Evolution tuner are deceptively simple for the
many features that it offers, all of which can be remotely controlled.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Read all the instructions before connecting or operating the unit. Keep this manual so you can refer to these safety
instructions.

WATER & MOISTURE

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to moisture or water. If the unit is exposed to moisture,
immediately disconnect the power cord from the wall. Take the unit to an authorised service centre for inspection. Do not
touch the unit, power cord, or plug with wet hands.

VENTILATION

You must allow 5 cm (2 inches) of unobstructed clearance around the unit. Do not place the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or
similar surface that could block ventilation from the bottom.

HEAT

Keep the unit away from naked flames, radiators, stoves, or any other heat-producing appliances (including amplifiers).

RACK & STANDS

Place the unit on a fixed, level surface strong enough to support its weight, such as the Creek Audio Rack. Do not place
it on a moveable device that could tip over.

CLEANING

Unplug the unit from the mains supply before cleaning. The case should normally require only a wipe with a soft lint-free
cloth.

POWER SOURCES

Only connect the unit to a power supply of the type and voltage described in the operating instructions or specified on the
rear panel of the unit.

POWER CORD PROTECTION

Connect the unit to the power outlet only with the cord supplied. Do not modify the supplied cable in any way. Do not
attempt to defeat grounding and/or polarisation provisions. Do not use extension cords. Do not route the power cord
where it will be crushed, pinched, bent at severe angles, exposed to heat, or damaged in any way.

NON-USE PERIODS

If the unit is to be left unused for a long period of time, the power cord should be unplugged from the wall outlet.

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SAFETY REQUIREMENTS cont’d.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

Stop using the unit immediately and have it inspected by an authorised service centre whenever:..

1. The power supply cord or plug has been damaged.

2. Liquid has been spilled into the unit.

3. The unit has been exposed to rain.

4. The unit does not operate properly.

5. The unit has been dropped or damaged.

6. Smoke or any unusual smell is detected from the unit.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOTREMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REAR PANEL

CONNECTING TO OTHER EQUIPMENT

INTERCONNECT CABLES

To connect the tuner to an amplifier an interconnect cable is required. Any cable of reasonable quality terminated with RCA
plugs will be suitable. Please consult your dealer if you are unsure.

AUDIO OUTPUT

These outputs are located on the back of the Evolution Tuner and are labelled ANALOGUE OUTPUT. Connect these
outputs to the amplifier's tuner input. Match the Red interconnect lead to the R-ANALOGUE OUTPUT and the White
interconnect lead to the L-ANALOGUE OUTPUT.

ANTENNA

One FM and one AM antenna are supplied. Connect the AM (two wire loop) antenna to the AM antenna clips on the rear
panel. Connect the FM antenna (single piece of wire) to the FM 75 Ohm connection on the rear panel. To obtain the best
FM or AM signal use a high quality directional external antenna. If in doubt consult your supplying dealer for advice.

MAINS CONNECTION

Check that the power button on the front of the unit is in the off position. Push the plug (IEC line socket) of the power cable
supplied with the Evolution Tuner into the socket (AC IN) on the rear of the unit. Make sure it is pressed in firmly. Plug the
other end of the power cable into an AC wall outlet.

FRONT PANEL

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS & OPERATION

POWER

Press this button to turn the tuner on and off.

TUNING

Turn the knob left or right to manually fine tune stations after switching Mode to tuning. When tuned to the maximum
frequency, it is possible to go to the minimum frequency quickly by continuing to turn the knob clockwise. The frequency
will flip to the bottom 87.5Mhz on FM.

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