SPHINX PROJECT TEN User Manual
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USER MANUAL
PROJECT TEN
INTEGRATED
STEREO AMPLIFIER
SPHINX Project Ten
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1. UNPACKING.................................................................................................................................3
2. SPHINX WARRANTY CARD ......................................................................................................... 3
3. THE AMP AT A GLANCE .............................................................................................................4
Front panel ........................................................................................................................................... 4
Rear panel.............................................................................................................................................5
4. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ......................................................................................... 6
Installation.............................................................................................................................................6
Connecting the mains cable...................................................................................................................6
Audio connections.................................................................................................................................6
Connecting loudspeakers.......................................................................................................................6
Connecting headphones........................................................................................................................6
Connecting the inputs............................................................................................................................7
Balanced.............................................................................................................................................7
Unbalanced.........................................................................................................................................7
Connecting a recorder ...........................................................................................................................7
Connecting a turntable...........................................................................................................................7
Balanced.............................................................................................................................................7
Unbalanced.........................................................................................................................................7
Connecting a CD player .........................................................................................................................7
Balanced.............................................................................................................................................7
Unbalanced.........................................................................................................................................7
Connecting a tuner................................................................................................................................7
Connecting other signal sources............................................................................................................7
Connecting the optical cables................................................................................................................7
5. OPERATION................................................................................................................................. 8
Power on ............................................................................................................................................... 8
Selecting an input .................................................................................................................................. 8
Tape Mon button ...................................................................................................................................8
Adjusting the volume.............................................................................................................................8
Mute button...........................................................................................................................................8
Power off ...............................................................................................................................................8
SPHINX REMOTE CONTROL .......................................................................................................... 9
Buttons..................................................................................................................................................9
Operation............................................................................................................................................10
Selecting without switching..................................................................................................................10
Batteries .............................................................................................................................................. 10
Encountering problems... ..................................................................................................................... 10
CARE AND MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................... 11
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................... 11
SPHINX Project Ten
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Congratulations with your purchase of the
Sphinx Project Ten!
You are now a member of an ever increasing
group of quality conscious audiophiles using
Sphinx products.
We are very proud of the tradition connected to the
SPHINX name especially concerning audio quality
perfection.
This manual will help you to gain a maximum
amount of pleasure and quality from your new
Sphinx Project Ten Integrated Stereo Amplifier.
This integrated high end stereo amplifier is of
exceptional quality. With exception of the balanced
input section it is of discrete design throughout (no
IC's are used). The pre-amp section is built around
Dual FET's and the amplifier is DC-coupled from
input to output.
The two mono power amps (each channel is totally
independent) use specially selected power FET's
with an power bandwidth of over 20 MHz, a very
fast slew rate and an unsurpassed phase linearity
over the power bandwidth. The amplifiers therefore
are very stable and can effortlessly drive every type
and format of loudspeaker (even the most complex
ones such as electrostatic and magnetostatic...) at
maximum quality.
All internal audio cabling is Siltech pure silver and
the amp outputs are sent to the loudspeaker
connectors via heavy duty, completely sealed goldplated relays.
To obtain the maximum quality from this integrated
amp it is necessary to use it with top quality audio
components. So preferably use it with other Sphinx
components.
Your local dealer will be able to answer any
questions concerning other Sphinx audio
components.
1. UNPACKING
Before leaving the factory every Project Ten is
subjected to stringent and extensive technical and
exterior quality inspections.
This ensures you will enjoy many years of high
quality audio from a perfect-looking product.
After unpacking your Project Ten we therefore
recommend you carefully check it for any transport
damage.
In case of damage: please contact your Sphinx
dealer immediately and retain all packing materials
for possible proof of damage and possible claims.
Even if the component is in perfect condition you
still should keep the packing materials. If you need
to transport your Project Ten at a later time it will
be best protected by the original packing materials.
2. SPHINX WARRANTY CARD
Please take this opportunity to fill out the enclosed
warranty card now!
Follow the instructions on the card or consult your
dealer.
Please send the card as soon as possible to the
return address (within 14 days after purchase).
Please read this manual carefully before you
install or use the Project Ten. It is important
to familiarise yourself with the special
functions, operation and possibilities of the
Sphinx Project Ten.
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3. THE AMP AT A GLANCE
Front panel
1. VOLUME: With this motor controlled knob you
may adjust the volume of the loudspeakers.
The volume can be controlled manually or via
the optional remote control.
2. STANDBY: To switch the component on and off.
When the component is 'off' (standby) this is
indicated by the red LED.
When the component is active the LED will be
green.
3. Sensor window for the IR signal from the remote
control
4. MUTE: Press this button to temporarily mute the
sound. The red LED will light.
5. CD: To select the CD input.
6. TUNER: To select the TUNER input.
7. LINE 1: To select the LINE 1 input.
8. LINE 2: To select the LINE 2 input (cinch or
balanced).
9. TAPE MON: To select the TAPE IN input.
As soon as you have pressed one of the buttons
5. to 9. the corresponding red LED next to it will
light.
10. PHONES: To connect dynamic stereo
headphones.
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