Myryad Z-160 Owners manual

Myryad Systems Ltd

2 Piper’s Wood

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Waterlooville PO7 7XU

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Z-SERIES

Z140 Remote Controlled Integrated Amplifier Z160 Power Amplifier

Owner’s manual

contents

• Introduction 2

• Installation and Safety Notes 2

• Accessories 2

• Setting Up Your System 3

Z140 and Z160 diagrams

• Rear panel Connections 4

• Front Panel Controls 5

• Loudspeaker Output Protection 6 and Muting

• Remote Handset Operation 6

• Installing and Replacing Batteries 6

• Z-Series System Operation with 7 Smart My-Link

• Trouble-shooting guide 7

• Specifications 7

introduction

The Myryad Z140 and Z160 have been designed to offer a combination of high quality sound reproduction and elegant styling.

The Z140 Integrated Amplifier can accept up to six line-level input sources, including two tape recorders. Outputs are provided for one pair of loudspeakers, for headphones and for an auxiliary power amplifier. All functions – input selection, volume and standby – can be operated using the infra-red remote control handset supplied.

The Z160 power amplifier can be used to provide power for high quality stereo systems when partnered by a suitable preamplifier or, in partnership with a Z140 Integrated Amplifier, to provide a very high performance four channel solution for bi-amp capable loudspeakers. Multiple Z160 amplifiers can also be used to power a full-surround music or Home Cinema sound system of the highest quality.

The Z160 has a pair of unbalanced line inputs plus directly linked line outputs, all on RCA phono sockets.

The Z140 and Z160 are both Smart My-Link compatible. When the Z140 is linked via the “Smart My-Link” to other compatible Myryad Z-Series, Cameo or M-Series products a number of extra features become available which make the system as a whole easier and quicker to operate.

installation and safety notes

The Z140 and Z160 both generate a modest amount of heat and thus require ventilation. Do not place either on a rug or other soft surface into which they could sink, obstructing the air inlets in the underside. Do not allow papers or cloth to obstruct the ventilation grille in the top cover. Neither amplifier should be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided. If a number of Z-Series units are stacked on top of one another, the amplifier(s) should be placed on top.

CAUTION:TO PREVENT A FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT PERMIT ANY OF THESE PRODUCTS TO BECOME WET. IF LIQUID IS ACCIDENTALLY SPILLED ON ONE, IMMEDIATELY SHUT OFF ITS POWER AT THE WALL SOCKET AND UNPLUG THE AC POWER CORD. ALLOW SUFFICIENT TIME FOR COMPLETE EVAPORATION TO OCCUR BEFORE OPERATING IT AGAIN. IF THE LIQUID IS ANYTHING BUT WATER AND/OR ALCOHOL, A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN SHOULD EXAMINE THE UNIT BEFORE IT IS USED AGAIN.

DO NOT PLACE NAKED FLAMES SUCH AS LIGHTED CANDLES ON THIS PRODUCT.

Do not remove the cover, or attempt to modify or repair any item yourself. Refer all servicing to a qualiﬁed technician.

accessories

The Z140 and Z160 are supplied with the following accessories.

Z140 Integrated Amplifier

• Separate mains power cord to suit country of sale.

• Remote control handset.

• Four AAA batteries for handset (not in some countries).

Z160 Power Amplifier

• Separate mains power cord to suit country of sale.

z-series system operation with smart my-link

When used as a linked system (e.g Integrated Ampliﬁer plus Power Amplifier, CD Player, DVD Player and Tuner), Z-Series products have a number of extra features that make the system as a whole easier and quicker to use than a normal hi-ﬁ. These include:

Start-on-Play (CD, DVD):

Press play on the CD or DVD Player (or the relevant remote control) and the player and Ampliﬁer will switch out of standby (if necessary) and play the disc. The Ampliﬁer will automatically select the appropriate source.

Start-on-Open (CD, DVD):

With the units in standby, press open/close on the player. Both the player and ampliﬁer will switch out of standby and the player’s drawer will open. The Ampliﬁer will automatically select the appropriate source.

Intelligent Input Selection (Ampliﬁer):

Press a source select button on the remote control and the system will awaken (if in standby) only the Ampliﬁer and the selected source.

Mute/Pause Control (Amplifier/CD or DVD):

When using the CD or DVD Player, selecting mute from the remote control will mute the Ampliﬁer and pause the disc. When the ampliﬁer mute is cancelled, the disc will continue playing.

Power-Saving Mode (Ampliﬁer):

The Ampliﬁer will switch the CD Player, DVD Player or Tuner into standby if any source remains unused for more than ten minutes.

Automatic Switch-On (CD, DVD, Tuner):

If the standby button on the Tuner, CD or DVD player is pressed, the Ampliﬁer will also awaken and select the correct source.

trouble-shooting guide

Possible solutions to some of the most common problems.

No sound:

• Power turned off or system in standby mode. Check that the green STANDBY LED in the ampliﬁer is illuminated and that the relevant source component is also active.

• An inoperative input has been selected (e.g. CD input with no CD playing).

• An input has been selected with no source connected.

• Protection relay has operated because of a short circuit loudspeaker wire or ampliﬁer overheating. Carefully check all wiring after

switching the ampliﬁer POWER OFF to allow it to cool.

• UK version only: The fuse in the mains plug has failed. Check and replace if necessary.

Sound in one channel only:

• Loudspeaker cable pulled loose. Check all connections, both at the loudspeakers and ampliﬁer.

• Interconnect cable pulled loose or making poor contact. Check and, if necessar y, un-plug and re-plug all relevant cables.

Loud buzz or hum:

• Interconnect cable pulled partially out

of its socket.

• Defective interconnect cable.

For further help please visit: www.myryad.co.uk/faqs.html

specifications

Z140 Integrated Amplifier

Continuous rated power output, 8Ω (<0.1% THD) ......................................................................................................50W

Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted, ref 50W)....................................................................................................................102dB

Input sensitivity (ref 50W) ....................................................................................................................Line inputs: 250mV

Input sensitivity (ref 50W)....................................................................................................................Phono input: 2.5mV

Frequency response (20Hz – 20kHz) ........................................................................................................................±0.3dB

Dimensions (w x h x d) ..........................................................................................................................436 x 78 x 316mm

Weight (net) ....................................................................................................................................................................6.7kg

Supply voltage (set by internal wiring) ............................................................................................................120 or 230V

Finish …………………………………………Natural Silver fascia with Silver Grey casing/Satin Black fascia with Black Casing.

Z160 Power Amplifier

Continuous rated power output, 8Ω (<0.1% THD) ......................................................................................................50W

Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted, ref 50W) ....................................................................................................................110dB

Input sensitivity (ref 50W) ..........................................................................................................................................700mV

Frequency response (20Hz – 20kHz) ........................................................................................................................±0.3dB

Dimensions (w x h x d) ..........................................................................................................................436 x 78 x 316mm

Weight (net) ....................................................................................................................................................................6.0kg

Supply voltage (set by internal wiring) ............................................................................................................120 or 230V

Finish …………………………………………Natural Silver fascia with Silver Grey casing/Satin Black fascia with Black Casing.

Stock No: OST00121 0, Revision: A

Bi-Amp connection of Z140 and Z160 to appropriate loudspeakers.

Connect Z140 BI-AMP OUTPUT to Z160 LINE INPUT.

Connect Z140 SPEAKERS to loudspeaker “Bass” or “LF” terminals and Z160 SPEAKERS to loudspeaker “Treble” or “HF” terminals. Take care to observe LEFT and RIGHT.

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