REL G1 Mk II Instruction Manual

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G1 Mk II

Sub-Bass

System

Caution Marking Explanation

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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Important Safety Instructions

1 Read all of these instructions.

2 Save these instructions for future use.

3 Heed all warnings.

4 Follow all instructions.

5 Do not use this apparatus near water.

6 Clean only with automotive polish and micro fiber cloth. 7 Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult and electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12 Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rail or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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Warning

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on apparatus.

The mains plus is used as disconnect device. The mains plug of the apparatus should not be obstructed OR should be easily accessed during intended use. To be completely disconnected from the power input, the mains plug of the apparatus shall me disconnected from the mains.

An appliance with a protective earth terminal should be connected to a mains outlet with a protective earth connection.

Design Safety

This apparatus is supplied with a detachable mains cord. For 230V operation a 5A fuse is fitted in the socket, for 120V operation a 10A fuse is fitted. Should the fuse need to be replaced use a similar rated fuse approved to ASTA or BSI 362 standards. Do not use without the fuse cover in place. Replacement fuse covers are available from your distributor.

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Attention Explication Marquage

L’éclair avec le symbole de pointe de flèche dans un triangle équilatéral est destiné à alerter l’utilisateur de la présence de non isolée tension dangereuse à l’intérieur de l’enceinte du produit qui peut être d’une ampleur suffisante pour constituer un risque d’électrocution pour les personnes.

Le point d’exclamation dans un triangle équilatéral est destiné à alerter l’utilisateur de la présence d’instructions dans la documentation accompagnant l’appareil exploitation et de maintenance (entretien).

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Informations Importantes Relatives a la Securite

1 Lisez attentivement ces instructions.

2 Conservez ces instructions.

3 Respectez tous les avertissements.

4 Suivez toutes les instructions.

5 Ne pas utiliser cet appareil près de l’eau.

6 Nettoyez seulement avec du vernis automobile et tissu microfibre.

7 Installer conformément aux instructions du fabricant.

8Ne pas installer près de sources de chaleur telles que des radiateurs, registres de chaleur, poêles ou autres appareils (y compris les amplificateurs) qui produisent de la chaleur.

9Ne pas contourner le dispositif de sécurité de la prise de terre. Une fiche de terre a deux lames et une troisième broche de mise à la terre. La troisième broche est fournie pour votre sécurité. Si la fiche fournie ne rentre pas dans votre prise, consultez un électricien pour le remplacement de la prise obsolète.

10 Protégez le cordon d’alimentation ne soit piétiné ou pincé, en particulier au niveau des fiches, des prises de courant, et le point de sortie de l’appareil.

11 Utilisez uniquement des fixations / accessoires spécifiés par le fabricant.

12 Utilisez seulement avec un chariot, stand, trépied, support ou table spécifié par le fabricant, ou vendu avec l’appareil. Lorsque vous utilisez un chariot, soyez prudent lorsque vous déplacez l’ensemble chariot / appareil pour éviter les blessures en cas de chute.

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14 Confiez toute réparation à un personnel qualifié. Une réparation est nécessaire lorsque l’appareil a été endommagé de quelque façon que ce cordon d’alimentation ou la fiche est endommagé, du liquide a été renversé ou des objets sont tombés dans l’appareil, l’appareil a été exposé à rail ou à l’humidité, ne fonctionne pas normalement, ou a été échappé.

Attention: Tout changement ou modification non expressément approuvés par la partie responsable de la conformité pourraient annuler l’autorité de l’utilisateur à utiliser cet équipement.

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Avertissement

Cet article est lourd. Pour éviter tout risque de blessure, prendre soin lors de la manipulation.

L’appareil ne doit pas être exposé à des éclaboussures et aucun objet rempli de liquide, comme des vases, ne doit être placé sur l’appareil.

Les conduites Plus est utilisé comme dispositif de déconnexion. La fiche de l’appareil ne doit pas être obstruée OU doit être facilement accessible pendant l’utilisation. Pour être complètement déconnecté de l’alimentation électrique, le cordon d’alimentation de l’appareil doit me débranché.

Un appareil avec une borne de terre doit être branché sur une prise de courant en étant relié à la terre.

Sécurité Design

Cet appareil est livré avec un cordon amovible cordon. Pour le fonctionnement d’un fusible de 230V 5A est montée dans la douille, pour le fonctionnement de 120V un fusible de 10A est monté. Si le fusible doit être remplacé utilisation un fusible similaire approuvé pour ASTA ou BSI normes 362. Ne pas utiliser sans le couvercle de fusible en place. Les couvercles de rechange sont disponibles auprès de votre distributeur.

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital Device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Dear G1 Mk II Owner

Thank you for your purchase of our G1 Mk II. This is a special product to us, part of the growing REL Reference family of products along with the No. 25 that commemorates our 25th year of producing the finest Sub-Bass Systems extant. Mk II includes a host of running improvements made along the journey of the original G1 and adds new driver and limiter technologies that we have realized just in the last few months leading up to production. Reference designs are intended to define the state of the Sub-Bass art in several key areas including, speed, pitch definition, clarity, dynamic acceleration and depth of bass extension.

The result of this cumulative group of improvements is a design that retains the speed, clarity and deep bass of the original and adds significant improvements in sheer output, scale, richness and the dynamic ability to track large scale pieces with greater tactility and ease. We invite you to carefully dial in your new reference unit or –if your system and room merit this– multi-unit vertical stacks of G1 Mk II’s.

Please take your time, these products are the result of decades of experience. Enjoy the journey, set-up and dial-in is critical in state of the art audio systems and the G1 Mk II is a true thoroughbred so taking one’s time is critical. Listen for even small movements to obtain the best balance of speed, richness and extension. The high end is a journey and these products that invite careful inspection, set-up and maximization of performance –such as the G1 Mk II confers– often become the bedrock upon which great systems are built.

Enjoy,

John Hunter

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REL G1 Mk II Rear Panel Connection Legend

1 .1/LFE RCA Input: Used to connect to the .1/LFE output of a surround-sound processor.

2 .1/LFE RCA Output: Used to connect or “daisy chain” another REL G1 Mk II in tandem.

3Left & Right Channel Low-Level RCA Input: Used to connect low-level signals to the sub-bass system from the output of a preamplifier, integrated amplifier or receiver. (For home cinema use, use .1/LFE input).

4 Power Pilot Light: Power On/Off indicator.

5.1/LFE Balanced Input: Balanced (XLR connector) version of .1/LFE Input. For use only with fully balanced cables.

6.1/LFE Balanced Output: Balanced (XLR connector) version of .1/LFE Output. For use only with fully balanced cables.

7 High-Level Input (Neutrik Speakon): Used to connect to the main front amplifier speaker terminals.

8 High-Level Output (Neutrik Speakon): Used to connect or “daisy chain” another REL G1 Mk II in tandem.

9 Power On/Off Switch: Use to turn unit on or off.

10 IEC Mains Socket: Fused mains (AC) input socket that accepts detachable power cord.

Remote Control

1 Crossover: Used to adjust crossover frequency. Variable between 20-90Hz.

2 .1/LFE Level: Used to adjust output level when using .1/LFE input from a surround-sound processor.

3Hi/Lo Level: Volume control for HI/LO input. Use to adjust output when using either HI Level or LO Level input. Do not use both simultaneously.

4 Phase: Used to set phase 0-180 degrees.

5Security: Used to lock remote settings. To extend battery life of the remote, always leave the toggle switch in the locked position when not in use.

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