Ayre Acoustics Stereo Amplifier V 1x User Manual

A y r e  
V-1x Power Amplifier  
Owner’s Manual  
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Table of  
Contents  
Welcome to  
Ayre  
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3
Installation and  
In Case of  
Operation  
Trouble  
Specifications  
Warranty  
Notes  
7
Numbers and  
Statement of  
A Place for  
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Welcome to  
Ayre  
Please send in your warranty  
registration card so we can  
stay in contact with you.  
Your Ayre V-1x offers a significant advance in the musical  
performance of audio power amplifiers. The warmth and  
immediacy of a live performance are apparent from the first  
listening. The combination of superb resolution and a  
natural, relaxed quality will draw you into the music, time  
and time again. This level of performance has been  
implemented using the highest level of workmanship and  
materials. You can be assured that the Ayre V-1x will  
provide you a lifetime of musical enjoyment.  
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Installation and  
Operation  
The Ayre V-1x is easy to hook up and use. The following  
guidelines will ensure that the installation goes smoothly.  
Location  
Do not stack the Ayre V-1x  
directly with other components,  
as this may restrict the air  
flow or induce hum into the  
audio circuitry.  
The Ayre V-1x produces a moderate amount of heat during  
operation.  
It is important to maintain an adequate supply  
of air flow to avoid overheating the amplifier .  
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Good locations for your amplifier are on the floor, or in an  
open-backed cabinet or rack. If the amplifier is placed in a  
cabinet, be sure to provide at least three inches (75 mm) of  
air space on all sides of the amplifier.  
The receiver for the infrared remote control is mounted  
behind the bottom recess on the amplifier’s front panel.  
Although the transmitter’s beam will reflect off of most  
wall surfaces, a direct line of sight from the listening  
position will ensure the maximum range. The beam will  
also travel through glass if necessary.  
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Inputs  
The input selector switch for  
one channel will be in the  
“up” position, while the other  
channel’s input selector switch  
will be in the “down”  
The power amplifier can be driven by a preamplifier or  
directly from a source (tuner, CD player, etc.) that has a  
level control. There are two sets of input connectors on the  
rear panel of the Ayre V-1x. The RCA jacks accept signals  
from unbalanced sources, while the XLR connectors are for  
balanced sources. A small toggle switch near the input  
connectors selects either the balanced or unbalanced inputs.  
position.  
Using the incorrect position on  
the input selector switches will  
not harm the equipment, and  
the amplifier may even seem to  
operate normally. However,  
some sonic degradation occurs  
in this situation.  
Selecting “Unbal” connects the inverting input to ground  
through an isolation resistor. Therefore, the incorrect  
setting of this switch forces a balanced source to operate in  
unbalanced mode. Conversely, if the selector is set to “Bal”  
while using an unbalanced source, the unused inverting  
input is susceptible to hum pick-up and radio-frequency  
interference.  
Outputs  
The heavy-duty output  
terminals of the Ayre V-1x  
are designed to work best with  
spade lugs.  
The Ayre V-1x drives the loudspeakers with balanced  
outputs. Since none of the output terminals are grounded,  
connecting any of them to ground may result in serious  
damage to the amplifier.  
Do not use any speaker switch-box, accessory,  
or test equipment that has a common ground  
connection for both channels.  
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There are two sets of output terminals per channel, making  
it easier to bi-wire your speakers. These terminals are wired  
in parallel, providing identical output signals.  
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Operation  
The master power switch on  
the rear panel also  
incorporates a circuit breaker.  
There are two power switches on the Ayre V-1x. The master  
power switch on the rear panel is normally intended to be  
left on. The front-panel switch selects between the  
“Standby” and “Operate” modes.  
The Ayre V-1x features a sophisticated power monitoring  
system. When first plugged in to an AC power source, the  
front panel indicator light will glow red for approximately  
90 seconds. During this time, the unit is in “Warm-Up”  
mode and the front-panel switch is inoperable.  
The remote control can also be  
used to select the “Standby”  
and “Operate” modes.  
After the circuitry has stabilized, the indicator light will  
change to green, indicating that the unit is in “Standby”  
mode and is ready for operation. When the listener presses  
the front-panel switch, the unit is in “Operate” mode and  
the indicator light glows blue.  
In the “Standby” mode the output stage is turned off, while  
the input circuitry remains powered. This allows the unit to  
warm-up quickly for optimal sonic performance, while  
reducing the power consumption from 300 watts to 30  
watts.  
Status Indicator  
Red = Warm-Up  
Green = Standby  
Blue = Operate  
Standby/Operate Switch  
A y r e  
Infrared Remote  
Control Receiver  
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Should the AC line voltage drop below 80% of normal  
(brown-out), the unit will revert to “Warm-Up” mode and  
the indicator light will glow red. After the voltage returns  
to normal, the initial warm-up cycle will begin again.  
The Ayre V-1x also incorporates a sensor to detect the  
presence of DC at the output terminals. In this case, the  
amplifier reverts to “Warm-Up” mode, the indicator light  
glows red, and power is immediately removed from the  
output stage. If the fault is still present when the front  
panel switch is pressed to “Operate” after the warm-up cycle  
is completed, the unit will immediately revert to the  
“Warm-Up” mode again.  
Remote Control  
The remote control included with the Ayre V-1x has four  
buttons. The single button on the left side of the hand-held  
transmitter will select the “Standby” and “Operate” modes  
on the amplifier, duplicating the action of the front-panel  
switch. The three buttons on the right side of the remote  
control will operate an Ayre preamplifier.  
Break-In  
100 to 500 hours of music  
played through the system will  
assure full break-in.  
Due to the manufacturing processes used for the wires and  
capacitors, a break-in period is necessary for the amplifier to  
reach its full sonic potential.  
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In Case of  
Trouble  
Should the Ayre V-1x amplifier ever fail to operate, please  
check the following:  
Is the unit in the “Operate”  
mode?  
The rear switch is the master power switch, and is normally  
intended to be left on. The front switch is the  
Standby/Operate switch. To operate the amplifier, the front  
panel indicator must be glowing blue.  
Are all of the connections to  
the amplifier secure?  
Check to see that the input and speaker connections on the  
rear of the V-1x are in place. Also, be sure that the amplifier  
is connected to a working AC outlet.  
Is the AC circuit breaker OK?  
The power switch on the rear of the unit incorporates an AC  
circuit breaker. In the case of an overload, the circuit  
breaker automatically sets the switch to the “off” position.  
To reset it, press the switch to the “on” position.  
If the circuit breaker immediately resets itself to the “off”  
position, do not attempt further repairs. There are no  
user-serviceable parts in the Ayre V-1x. If the amplifier still  
does not operate, bring the unit to your dealer for assistance.  
Do not remove the amplifier cover. Hazardous  
voltages may exist inside the unit.  
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Numbers and  
Specifications  
Power Output  
200 watts per channel continuous into 8 ohms  
400 watts per channel continuous into 4 ohms  
Gain  
26 dB  
Input Impedance  
100 k(per phase)  
Power Consumption  
30 watts in standby mode  
300 watts in operating mode, no signal  
Dimensions  
Weight  
18" W x 18" D x 7" H (46cm x 36cm x 18cm)  
95 pounds (43 kg)  
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Statement of  
Warranty  
Please take the time to fill out  
and return the enclosed  
warranty registration card.  
Your Ayre V-1x power amplifier is warranted against  
defects in workmanship and materials for a period of five  
years from the date of purchase. This warranty is  
transferable to subsequent purchasers within the original  
five-year period. All warranty claims must be made through  
an authorized Ayre dealer or distributor.  
Warranty Statement  
1. Ayre Acoustics, Inc. (Ayre) warrants the materials and  
workmanship of this product for a period of five years from  
date of first purchase. If any defects are found in the  
materials or workmanship of this Ayre product within the  
warranty period, the unit will be repaired or replaced by  
Ayre or its authorized agent.  
2. Purchaser must return the product, packed in the original  
shipping carton, freight prepaid to:  
Ayre Acoustics, Inc.  
2300-B Central Avenue  
Boulder, Colorado 80301  
3. Ayre reserves the right to inspect any product that is the  
subject of any warranty claim prior to repairing or replacing  
it. Final determination of warranty coverage lies solely with  
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Ayre. Out-of-warranty claims will be billed for labor,  
materials, return freight, and insurance as required. Any  
product for which a warranty claim is accepted will be  
returned to the purchaser and the cost of shipping and  
insurance will be factory prepaid within the boundaries of  
the USA. Units to be shipped outside of the USA will be  
shipped freight collect only.  
4. Ayre strives to manufacture the finest possible  
equipment, and therefore reserves the right to make  
improvements on its products, without necessarily assuming  
an obligation to retrofit such changes upon its previously  
manufactured models.  
5. The above warranty is the sole warranty given by Ayre,  
and is in lieu of all other warranties. All implied warranties,  
including warranties of merchantability or fitness for any  
particular purpose shall be strictly limited in duration to  
five years from the date of original purchase, and upon  
expiration of the warranty period (five years), Ayre shall  
have no further obligation of any kind, whether express or  
implied. Further, Ayre shall in no event be obligated for any  
incidental or consequential damages as a result of any defect  
or any warranty claim, whether express or implied.  
6. Ayre does not authorize any third party, including any  
dealer or sales representative to assume any liability of Ayre  
or make any warranty for Ayre. The unit must not have  
been altered or improperly serviced. The serial number on  
the unit must not have been altered or removed.  
7. Warranty registration cards must be completed and  
mailed to Ayre within 30 days of purchase. Ayre may, at its  
option, require from the purchaser valid proof of purchase  
(dated copy or photocopy of dealer’s original invoice).  
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A Place for  
Notes  
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Rev 1.1  
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Ayre Acoustics, Incorporated  
2300-B Central Avenue  
Boulder, Colorado 80301  
303 442.7300  
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