audiolab 6000A Integrated Amplifier User Manual

audiolab 6000A Integrated Amplifier User Manual

CAUTION!
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Warning: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back) as there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Read these instructions. Keep these Instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions.

Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install In accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

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

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with

one wider than the other. A grounding plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart or rack is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip- over. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

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 rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

CAUTION: These servicing Instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.

Do not install this equipment in a confined or built-in space such as a bookcase or similar unit, and keep well ventilated in open space. The ventilation should not be Impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspaper, table-cloths, curtains etc.

WARNING: Only use attachments/accessories specified or provided by the manufacturer (such as the exclusive supply adapter, battery etc).

WARNING: Please refer to the Information on the exterior panel of the enclosure for electrical and safety Information before installing or operating the apparatus.

WARNING: The battery (battery or batteries or battery pack) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

CAUTION: Danger of explosion If battery is Incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

WARNING: For the terminals marked with symbol of” L ” may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. The external wiring connected to the terminals requires installation by an instructed person or the used of ready-made leads or cords.

Mains Supply:  The mains operating voltage of Audiolab 6000 series units is shown on the rear panel. If this voltage does not match the mains voltage in your area, consult your Audiolab dealer about converting the unit.

The mains supply fuse on the rear panel is accessible when the IEC mains plug has been removed. In the rare event that It has broken, check for any obvious cause before replacing the fuse with one of the correct rating and type.

The fuse values are:

220 – 240V (UK China, etc.) T2.OAL 250V Slow Blow 100 -120V (USA Japan, etc.) T4.OAL 250V Slow Blow

Getting Started

Welcome to Audiolab 6000 Series.
6000A is the latest in a long line of Audiolab integrated amplifiers with a pedigree that Stretches back to the very first 8000A that made Audiolab an overnight sensation.

The 6000A features analogue and digital audio circuitry of the highest quality and has been designed by engineers who are passionate about the reproduction of music, and we hope you will enjoy its performance for many years to come.

Please read through this manual to obtain the very best performance from your 6000k

Features:

• Bluetooth aptX • DAC — ES9018K2M
• Dedicated high performance MM Phono Input.
• Separate Pre-Power sections for flexibility of operation.
• Automatic equipment activation via 12V trigger.
• Auto standby function.

Inputs:

• Three analogue line level inputs.
• One Phono input (MM) One Power-Amp input
• Two Coaxial SPDIF digital inputs
• Two Optical SPDIF digital inputs
• Bluetooth (aptX)

Outputs:
Pre-Amplifier output. Loudspeaker output. Headphone output.

Unpacking

Unpack the product fully. The carton should contain:

• The Audiolab 6000A
• One IEC power cord suitable for your area.
• One Remote handset with two MA batteries
• This instruction manual.
• One Bluetooth Antenna

If an Item Is missing or damaged report this to your dealer as soon as possible. Retain the packing for safe transport of your unit. If you dispose of the packing do so with regard to any recycling regulation in your area.

Placement

The unit is designed to run warm during normal operation but ensure you do not block any ventilation openings. Place the unit on a sturdy shelf or table. If you use an equipment rack, ensure the unit has adequate ventilation and is on its own shelf. Check your mains voltage corresponds to the rating printed on the rear panel (near the power Inlet socket). If in doubt, consult your dealer.

If you move to an area with a different mains voltage seek advice from an Audiolab appointed dealer or a competent service technician.

Controls and Connectors

Remote Handset

1. STANDBY Press to bring the unit in/out of Standby
2. VOL* Increase Volume
3. VOL- Decrease Volume
4. DISPLAY Press to toggle the display on/off
5. A Press to select 6000A remote mode
6. CD Press to select 6000CDT remote mode
7. SOURCE Press to cycle source Inputs
8. MODE Press to select 6000A operating mode
9. MUTE Press to mute and unmute the sound
10. MENU Press to enter MENU
11. NH Press once to replay Me current track of BT Move to previous page or setting in menu
12. HI Press to stag ) pause BT playback Press to confirm page or setting selected in menu
13. Move to the next track of BT Move to next page or setting in menu

Fitting Batteries
Open the battery compartment cover, unwrap the supplied AAA batteries and place them in the battery compartment with the correct polarity. Replace the Cover.

Always use AAA batteries and replace them in sets -never mix old and new batteries.

Very weak batteries can leak and damage the handset. Replace them in good time!

Note: there Is a risk of fire and burns If a battery Is handled improperly. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short the contacts or dispose of the batteries in fire or water.
Do not attempt to open or service a battery. Discard used batteries in full accordance with recycling regulations in force in your area.

Handset Operation

The handset operates several Audiolab components. The handset buttons shown crossed out are for use with other Audiolab units and are not operational when used with the 6000A.

Point the handset at the remote receNer and press the relevant key. The handset should be within 15 meters of the player and there must be a clear line of sight between the two units.

Connections

Analogue Inputs
(Line Level) Connect your analogue sources to one of the three line level inputs, AUX1, AUX2 or AUY3.
Phono Input
(MM) Connect your Turntable (Moving Magnet cartridge) to the PHONO Input Connect the Earth lead from your Turntable (if available) to the GROUND terminal.

Coaxial digital Inputs
Connect your coaxial digital sources to either DIG1 or DIG2.

Optical digital Inputs
Connect your Optical digital sources to either OPT I or OPT2.
Pre- Amplifier Output
Pre-amplifier output for driving external power amplifiers, sub-woofers or signal processors.

Loudspeaker Terminals
One set of Loudspeaker output terminals.
Headphone Output
A stereo 6.3mm (1/a^) jack is provided on the front  panel for connecting Headphones.
When Headphones are connected the audio to the loudspeakers terminals will be cut off.
Bluetooth Connection
Select BT source on the 60000. on your mobile device search for Audiolab 6000A and connect

Once paired the front panel SOURCE indicator will be turned on. If you  switch to another input on the 6000A your mobile device will be disconnected after 60 sec. To reconnect, select BT on the 6000A and it will connect to the last paired device, or select ‘Audiolab 6000A BT’ on your mobile device in the Bluetooth menu and it will reconnect.

12V Trigger Connections

Tne 6000A features two 12V Trigger connections, one output and one input. Use the output to control other products (le. Audiolab amplifiers or 3rd party compatible equipment). Use the input when the 6000A is to be controlled (ie. by Audiolab 6000CDT, or 3rd party compatible equipment). The Trigger connections are made using 3.5mm to 3.5mm jack interconnects (not incl.).

Mains Input

Before connecting the 6000A to the mains supply make sure all other connections to your system have been properly and securely made. Make sure the ON/OFF switch on the rear of the unit is switched off.

**Now connect the supplied mains cable to the AC supply outlet.

**
Operation

Switching On and Off
Switch on all source units before switching on power to the 6000

When switching On: The power LED illuminates.

When switching Off: Switch off the 6000A before the source units.

Standby Mode
‘The 6000A will enter standby mode after being powered on. Press the “Standby” button to bring the 6000A out of standby, the power indicator LED becomes brighter and the display shows “6000” welcome screen while the unit is getting ready for operation,

The Auto Standby feature will, by default, put the unit into standby after 20min of inactivity.

This feature can be configured using the MENU (see page 8) and be set to 20min, thour or Never.

Source Select
Rotate the SEL knob on the front panel or use the source buttons on the remote handset to select different source inputs.

Volume Control

Rotate the VOL knob on the front panel, or use the Volume up/down keys on the remote control, to set the volume level. The range Is -78dB to +8d8, the factory default volume setting is -20dB, When coming out of standby the 6000A will be set to the previous used volume setting, except if louder than -20dB, in which case the volume will default to -2008.

Mute

Press the VOL knob on the front panel or the MUTE button on the remote handset to ‘mute / un-mute the sound.

Display Setting
‘The DISPLAY button on the remote control wil togle the front  panel dsplay ON/OFF.

‘When the display is OFF: Using the front panel controls or pressing ary remote key will ‘momentarily turn on the splay, after 5 sec. the display wil go off

Digital Filter selection (DAC)

The DAC In the 6000A has a chalce of 3 digital fkers. Press the MENU key on the remote control to access the FILTER options (see page 8 for further detals)

Filter=Fast:
Standard flat response with fast frequency roll off above F5/2  (half the sampling frequency)

Fiter= Slow:
Starts rolling off at alower frequency than the Fast fter but has a more gentle rate of attenuation.

Filter=Phase:
Has. gentle attenuation slope similar to the Slow flter but wth ‘minimum phase characteristics. t can be likened to an analogue fiker applied in the cigtal domain,

Operating Modes
‘Atnough the 60008 an integrated ampli can function asa separate Pre and Pover armpit.

Use the MODE knab on the front panel or the MODE key on the Remote ‘contro. ta select diferent operating modes.

Integrated mode

‘The preamplfier section is internally connected tothe poner amplifier, Pre- ameliier ouput sao ‘operation in this mode. A second poner amplifier can be connected for blamg lfcation as shown inthe diagram,

Pre-Power Mode

The preamplifier section is internally disconnected from the power amplifier. T 60004 can be used as a stand alone power amplifier (ie. part of an AV setup). This made can also be used If additional signal processing Is required, connecting the Pre~ our to an external signal processor and then take the output from    the processor to the 60004 Power-IN

Pre Mode

All signals to and from the poner amplifer of the 6000A are disconnected. In this mode, the 60004 functions as a stand-alone pre-amplifer. The pre amplifier section of the 60004 can be connected to a stereo power amplifier, or to two mano-block amplifiers.

The MENU
‘The menu enables you to customize the unit and optimize the interface with other equipment in your system,

660004 has 6 alfferent menu pages. Press the MENU key an the remote control to enter menu mode, and then presst¢d or bbto {urn to different menu pages, press pl to enter any ‘menu page, press ted or Db again to select ciferent settings, Pressing the MODE knob on the front panel can also enter the menu mode, rotating this knob turns through the menu pages; press the MODE knob again to enter any menu page and ratate the knob ta change the setting, press the MODE knob again to select a setting No operation for § seconds will ako ext menu made automatically

The Menu Tree

Warranty

Anudlolab Ltd, warrants this product, subject tothe terms and conditions below, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship. During the warranty periad Audolab wil repair or replace (at Aucoleb’s option) this product, or any defective partin this product, fits found to be defective due to fauky materials, workmanship or function, The warranty period may vary from «country ta country.

Terms and conditions

The warranty starts on the date of purchase orth date of delivery if this sate. Yu must provde proof of purchase/delvery before work an be cared out, Withaut this proof, any work carted aut wllbe chargeable 0 you, ‘A work wl be carried aut by Audiolab o its authorized agents or cstributors. ‘Ary unauthorized repair or moci fiation willvoid this warranty Hany part sno longer availabe til replaced witha functional replacement pat. ‘Ary pars that are replaced willecome the propery of Avail, ‘Ary repaor replacement under ths waranty wilnot extend the period of warranty. ‘This warrangy is vad only in the county of purchase, apples only othe fst purchaser and isnot transferable

The following are not covered:

1.  Produets where the serialnumber hasbeen remaved, altered or otherwise made legible
2. Normal wear ter and cosmetic damage.
3. Transportation or installation ofthe product.

‘Accidental damage, faut caused by commercial use, acts of Gol incorect instalation, connection fr packing, misuse, neglect ar careless operation or hanaling ofthe product which Is notin accordance wth Aucolab user instructions.

1. Repairs or alterations caried out by parties other than Audilab or is authorized agents or
   dstributrs

2. Products not purchased fram an Aucolab authorized dealer.

3. Products that were not new at the time of original purchase,

4. Products sold’, seen or ‘with ll fouks:

Repairs or replacements as provided under this warranty are the exclusive remedy of the

‘Audiolab shall not be Hable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of any ‘xpress or implied warranty inthis product. Except to the extent prohibied by law ths warranty is exclusive and in feu ofall other warranties whatsoever, both express and implied, including, but not limited to, the warranty of merchantability and ness fora practical purpose.

‘This warranty provides benefits that are adltiona to and do not affect your statutory rights asa

Some countries and US. states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages or implled warranties so the exclislans In the paragraph above may not apply to you. Tis warranty ges you speci legal rights, and you may have other statutory rights which vay from state to state or county to county.

How to claim:

To obtain warranty service contact the Aucolab authorized desler from which you purchased) this product. Do not dispatch goods without the prior agreement of the dealer, Aucolab or their authorized astrloutors

IF asked to return products for inspection andlor repair, pack carefull. preferably inthe original «cartons oF packing affording an equal degree of protection, and return prepaid, unsultable packaging used, Audolab may make a charge far the supply of new packaging.

Insurance’s recommended and goods are returned at over’ risk Audiol or ther authorized stributors eannet be held lable for loss or damage in transit

Pre-amplifier Section
Gain (max.): +8dB (Line)
+55dB (Phono MM)
Input Sensitivity: 720mV (Line, Volume = 0dB)
3.1 mV (Phono MM, Volume=OdB)
Input Impedance: 10K (Line)
47K//100pF (Phono MM)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.0004% (Line, 1 KHz @ 2V, Volume = 0dB)
Frequency Response:  20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.1dB)
Output Voltage: 2.3V max. (Volume = 0dB)
Output Impedance:   120 ohm
Signal-to-Noise Ration (S/N):  > 110dB (Line, A-weighted)

76dB (Phono MM, A-weighted)

DAC
D to A converter: ES9018K2M
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD:  < 0.0006% (1 KHz @ Od BFS)
Output level (CcBFS, 1 <Hz):  2.05V
Max. Sampling Frecu ncy:  192KHz
Signal-to-noise ratio (S/\):  > 112dB (A-weighted)
Digital Filters: Fast Roll-off , Slow Roll-off , Minimum Pha!

Power Amplifier Section
Gain: +29dB
Rated Max. Power Output: 2 X 50W (8 ohm, THD<1%)
2 X 75W (4 ohm, THD<1%)
Frequency Response: 720mV
Input Sensitivity Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.3dB)
Signal-to-Noise ratio (S/N): > 110dB (A-weighted)
Max. Output Current:  9A

Headphone Amplifier
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.01% (1kHz, 50mW)
Output Impedance: 2.35 ohm
Load impedance: 20-600 ohm

General
Standby PowerConsumption: <0.5W
Power Requirements: 240V – 50 – 60Hz
230V – 50 – 60Hz
115V – 50 – 60Hz
100V – 50 – 60Hz
Dimensions (mm) (W x H x D): 445 x 65.5 x 300
Carton Size (mm) (W x H x D): 512 x 467 x 146
Weigh t:7.8kg (Net)

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