Electrocompaniet ECI 5 User Manual
ECI 5
Balanced Integrated Amplifier
Owner’s Manual
ENG N
Unpacking the ECI 5
Immediately upon receipt of the ECI 5, inspect the carton for possible damage during shipment.
The carton and packaging have been designed to provide the safest possible protection for
transport of your integrated amplifier. Unpack the unit carefully. Save all packaging materials
for future shipment.
The contents of the carton
1 pcs Electrocompaniet ECI 5 integrated amplifier.
1 pcs AC main cord.
1 pcs spare main fuse (located in the fuse drawer).
1 pcs inspection card.
1 pcs remote control.
2 pcs batteries.
Set up procedure
Before connecting the ECI 5 to the mains, check that the main voltage indicated on the rear
panel corresponds to the line voltage in the territory were you intend to use the unit.
How to avoid damages
Do not under any circumstances connect or disconnect equipment when power is turned on.
The design of the RCA plug generates a huge transient when inserted. Connecting or disconnecting equipment with the power on can result in severe damage to both speakers and
amplifier.
How to avoid noise problems
The ECI 5 contains delicate circuits that are sensitive to magnetic strayfields. The unit should
not be placed near mains transformers, TV sets etc. Care should also be taken regarding
placement of the interconnect cables. Do not run interconnect cables in parallel with main
cords or speaker cables. Keep interconnect cables as short as possible.
How to avoid possible antenna problems
In some set-ups hum may occur when you connect the radio, VCR or TV to your system.
The problem is caused by DC voltage coming from your antenna. Please contact your cable
network operator.
How to connect your system
Please read this page carefully and follow diagram 1, page 14.
Gain switch
On the rear panel you will find a switch to adjust the gain in the amplifier. Use this switch to
accommodate the signal source to the amplifier. This switch will also affect the HT input.
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Balanced XLR input and operation:
The balanced mode can only be used if the signal source has a balanced output. Use an
XLR interconnect with GND on pin 1, + on pin2, and - on pin 3. To use the balanced input
single ended, connect the ECP5XLR in the XLR
Single ended RCA input and operation:
The left channel is the top row on the rear, marked black. All inputs are similar regarding
sonic performance. Unused inputs may be shorted to ground, using a RCA shorting plug.
HT (Home Theatre)
Is a direct input where the volume potentiometer is bypassed. ECI 5 will work like a poweramplifier with fixed gain.
REC. outputs are used for recording.
The source you listen to will be monitored through this output. The record output is not
influenced by the volume control setting, but will be shut off by the MUTE function. Never use
shorting plugs in outputs.
PRE OUT:
The pre out is dependent by the volume control setting, and MUTE function. These outputs
(balanced and single ended) can be used to control an additional power amplifier. If more
than one amplifier is used, and these amplifiers are DC coupled on the input side, they will
influence on each other when the amplifiers are switched on/off. To avoid any problem, these
amplifiers must be turned on/off simultaneously. Never use shorting plugs on the outputs.
Speaker output:
Never short the positive output to ground or chassis.
Switch the amplifier off when connecting the speakers.
How to power up your system
You should always power up your system the following way:
Signal sources (CD player, tuner etc.) first.
Allow a 30 seconds warm-up before you turn on the ECI 5.
When switching off your system:
Start with the ECI 5, then the signal sources.
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Remote controlDiagram 3, page 15
1. Input selector CD, TUNER, TAPE, DVD, VCR, HT (AUX.)
2. Mute on / off
3. Volume up
4. Volume down
Front panelDiagram 2, page 15
The main switch is located in the center of the lower part of the front panel. In daily operation,
switch off the ECI 5 by using the MUTE button on the remote control. If the ECI 5 has been
switched off, allow two hours of warm-up for optimal sonic performance. When the ECI 5 is
not to be used for a long period of time, use the main switch to turn the unit off. Then
disconnect the AC main cord for maximum safety.
Navigator windowDiagram 2, page 15
The six icons shown on the left-hand side of the front panel have the following functions:
CD
Compact Disc
Balanced XLR or
RCA with ECP5XLR
DVD
Digital Versatile Disc
TUN
Tuner
Radio
Receiver
Balanced XLR or
RCA with ECP5XLR
VCR
Video cassette
Recorder
Satellite tuner
Television
TAP
Reel to reel
Music cassette
Digital audio tape
Mini Disc
HT
Home Theatre
Direct
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Replacing a blown main fuseDiagram 5, page 15
The main fuse is located in a small drawer inside the AC inlet of the unit. If, for some reason
the fuse is blown, turn the unit off, and remove the AC cord from the AC inlet. Open the
drawer with a small screwdriver and remove the blown fuse. The spare fuse is located inside
a holder in front of the main fuse.
1. Remove the spare fuse gently by pushing it sideways out of its holder.
2. Insert the spare fuse as the active fuse.
3. Push the drawer gently back to closed position.
4. Re-insert the AC cord and turn the unit on.
Never replace the fuse with other values than indicated on the unit!
Replacing remote control batteries Diagram 4, page 15
Replace used batteries by gently inserting your fingernail or small screwdriver in the
groove on the left side of the battery compartment cover. Lift the cover off, and insert a
fresh set of batteries. Be careful to follow the + and - polarity indications at the bottom of
the battery compartment.
Battery: 2 x LR03 / AAA: 1.5Volts
Input configurationsDiagram 6, page 15
XLR input: 1 = ground 2 = positive 3 = negative
RCA: Center = positive Circle = ground.
Output configurationsDiagram 6, pg 15 and 1, pg 14
XLR output: 1 = ground 2 = positive 3 = negative
Speaker: Red = positive Black or White = ground
ECP5XLR:
RCA to XLR adapter: 1 & 3; ground and negative = shorted
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2 = positive
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