Rega Research Brio Owners manual

Brio

Integrated Amplifier

owners manual

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Contents

Introduction.............................................................................1

Installation...............................................................................2

Input Connections................................................................3-5

In Use......................................................................................5

Specifications..........................................................................6

Troubleshooting.................................................................7-11

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Introduction

Your REGA amplifier has been designed to reproduce music
effectively and easily.
The Brio has been built to Rega's discriminating standards of
reliability and quality to ensure many years of musical enjoyment.

An amplifier's function is to boost the tiny signal generated by a
cartridge or other source so that it can drive loudspeakers. It is vital
that the amplifier achieves this without changing the signal and so
distorting the music.
We have avoided superfluous gadgets such as tone controls or a
head phone socket as they obstruct the signal path and degrade the
produced sound quality. In common with all REGA products, the Brio
has been built using unusually high quality components and no frills,
so that you can simply switch on, sit back, and let your amplifier

speak for itself.......

Installation

The Brio will work well on most surfaces, such as a shelf or table,
provided there is sufficient air around the amplifier to prevent
overheating. To avoid magnetic interference, site the amplifier as far
away from the turntable as the tone arm lead will allow. If possible,
place it to the left of the turntable. Keep other equipment, such as
tuners, cassette decks or CD players away from the amplifier. Never
stack other hi-fi equipment on top of the amplifier.

Ventilation

The heat produced by the Brio is dispersed to the air by the case,
particular from the base. Ensure that the case has an unobstructed
air passage around it. Never place the amplifier on carpet, rugs,
bedding, or other hi-fi equipment.

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Mission Statement

Rega’s philosophy is to make high quality products at sensible prices, as a means

of reproducing music as faithfully as possible. Rega is committed to the design

and development of new and existing products, both in hi-fi and other areas, that

will perpetuate Rega’s values of quality and value for money.

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