BLUE AURA v40 Blackline Amplifier User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- BLUE AURA
Table of Contents
v40 Blackline Amplifier
User Manual
v40 Blackline Amplifier
We hope you enjoy this product as much as we have enjoyed developing it.
Please unpack the products carefully and take a moment to read the
instructions
Contents
Please
read the following precautions before attempting to γ40 operate the amplifer
All safety and operating instructions should be read thoroughly before attempting to operate this equipment
- Retain Instructions for future reference
- Follow all of the instructions detailed in this manual
- Observe all safety warnings stated in this manual
- This unit should NOT be situated in close proximity to water.
- Avoid placement near bathtubs, sinks, washing machines, etc.
- Avoid exposure to direct sunlight or to extremes of temperature or humidity
- Do not place near direct heat sources such as radiators, stoves, gas fres, naked fames or candles.
- Ensure that the unit is placed on a clean, dry and fat surface before operation
- Do not drop the unit, apply excessive force to the controls or place heavy objects on top of the unit.
- Do not allow excessive levels of dust to gather on the .
- To clean, use a soft dry cloth. If necessary, use a damp cloth without any solvents
- Ensure that the area in which the unit is situated has adequate ventilation.
- Do not place the in a position where its ventilation may become obstructed.
- Avoid placement on beds, sofas, rugs, enclosed bookcases/ventilation of the product thus causing it to overheat cabinets and any other area which may cause interference to the
- Ensure that the unit is connected to the correct power supply as indicated on the unit.
- Unplug the when not in use for a long period.
- Always make sure power cables are placed safely and are not obstructing a walkway
- This product can get hot. Do not touch the tubes and keep away from babies and children
- To avoid risk of electric shock, do not attempt to remove the cover or the baseplate of the unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
- When this product is moved from a cool to a warm place, condensation may occur on the surface of the vacuum tubes. In this instance, allow at least 1hour before attempting to operate the unit. This will avoid leakage or blowout of the vacuum tubes due to sudden heat.
- Allow unit to cool completely before cleaning
- Do not attempt to clean the product with chemical solvents as this may damage the fnish of the V40.
- The should be serviced by an authorised service engineer in the event of any of the following circumstances
- The power supply or cord sustains damage
- The unit is struck by a falling object
- The unit is exposed to rain or moisture
- Liquid is inadvertently spilt on the unit
- The unit does not seem to operate normally or exhibits a sudden change in performance
- The unit has been dropped
- Any unauthorised changes or modifcations to this equipment would render the manufacturer’s Warranty null and void
ATTENTION: To avoid damaging the vacuum tubes, the v40 . should only be
re-started 5 minutes after switching off.
WARNING: Be aware of the high voltage area around the vacuumed tubes
Bluetooth Pairing
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V40 Connections**
- AC Power
- Fuse
- Speaker outputs
- Bluetooth Antenna
- SUB output
- USB input
- 3.5mm phone jack input
- RCA input
- MUTE
- VOL —
- VOL +
- TREBLE +
- TREBLE —
- BASS +
- BASS —
- BLUETOOTH
- INPUT
” Treble and Bass has a +3 / – 3 step adjustment
VOLUME CONTROL
Increase volume by pressing VOL+
Decrease volume by pressing VOL –
Maximum / Minimum Value > Power LED FLASH 3 Times.
Mute volume by pressing MUTE > Power LED steady FLASH
TREBLE AND BASS CONTROL
Increase Treble by pressing TRE+
Decrease Treble by pressing TRE –
Increase Bass by pressing BASS+
Decrease Bass by pressing BASS-
Maximum / Minimum Treble and Bass >Power LED Flash twice.
Treble and Bass has a +3 / – 3 step adjustment and returns to default when the
amplifier is powered off.
INPUT
Select SOURCE DEVICE by using the INPUT button (9) on the remote control
BLUETOOTH CONNECTION
Briefly press the Bluetooth button (8) The LED flashes Blue and enters pairing
mode.
RESET
Hold “Mute Button” For 2 Seconds and release An audible beep will confirm
Reset (Default volume setting and erase all BT devices in memory)
How to connect
Amplifier
Before attempting to make any connections to or from the „40, firstly ensure
that the amplifier and all connecting devices are switched OFF.
When making connections to other devices from the r40, take the time to ensure
that they are correct, for instance, (L) Left to (L) left, and (R) right to
(R) right.
Always turn the power switch to the OFF position when making connections or
disconnecting the V40.
When using the USB plug to connect to a PC or Laptop the software will
automatically install.
A message window or beep will confirm successful installation.
Do not switch on the r40 until after you have connected the AC power lead
Loudspeakers
Connecting loudspeakers to the v40.
Please note that if the speaker cables are not connected properly you may hear
no sound, or if the polarities are reversed, you will hear oddities in the
signal path with an unnatural loss of bass frequencies. Make sure the
terminals on the rear of the r 40 are firmly screwed in to prevent wires from
becoming loose. If wires touch each other, the speakers and/ or the,. 40 could
be damaged.
Subwoofer
When using a subwoofer with the r 40 , allow the amplifier to warm up for at
least 20 seconds before playing music.
Troubleshooting
If your v40 system fails to operate normally, please check the following
points to determine if the fault can be corrected with one of the suggestions
below.
If you feel your system is still faulty after reading this, please contact
your authorised dealer or Service centre or email
support@blueaura.co.uk
Troubleshooting
No Power| Power adaptor is not connected properly
Mains supply is off
If using Remote, battery needs replacing| Make sure power adapter is frmly
plugged in.
Test with another appliance /different socket.
Replace battery
Replace mains fuse – a spare fuse is located in the fuse drawer directly
below the mains input socket.
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No sound from speakers| Volume control is turned down Speaker cables not
connected Source selection incorrect| Check volume control on front of -40 and
volume control on remote control Check connections on rear of.- 40 and
speakers Check Source selection
Remote control not working| Low or dead battery
Remote not being pointed in the correct direction, or within range| Replace
battery
Point the remote control in the direction of the within 20ft (6.1M)
Distorted sound| Volume level is set too high Source device sound level is set
too high| Decrease volume of v 40 Decrease output level of source device
Acoustic image has insuffcient low range tonal quality| The speakers have not
been wired correctly and are “out of phase” with each other| Ensure that the
red (+) and black (-) wires have been correctly connected at the speakers and
v40.
Radio interference| Equipment is situated too close to a radio| Move the
speakers or amplifier away from the radio.
All LED steady in BLUE| The v40 has entered protection mode| Turn off the
amplifer for 5 mins
Specifcations & Features
Amplifer
Power Output…………………………………………… 30W per channel
Freq. Response……………………………………… 23Hz — 100 KHz +/- 2dB
Harmonic Distortion………………………………………. 30W /0.7% , 1W /0.18%
Signal To Noise Ratio…………………………….. 88dB ‘A’-weighted / 66 dB FLAT
Input Impedance …………………………………………..50KΩ
Input Sensitivity ………………………………………………580mV +/- 5% @30W
Output Impedance…………………………………….. 4/8 Ω
Vacuum Tube Type…………………………………………. 12AU7 x 2 6e2 x 1
Audio Inputs ……………………………………….BLUETOOTH/RCA/Micro USB/3.5mm mini jack
Audio Outputs………………………………………….. Sub out (20Hz-850Hz)
Power Supply…………………………………………….. AC 230V/50Hz ,..AC 115V/60Hz
Dimensions: ………………………………………………H: 148mm W: 264mm D: 215 mm
Weight ……………………………………………………………….3.5Kg
Blue Aura Worldwide Guarantee
This entitles you to have the unit repaired free of charge, during the first
year after purchase, at any authorised Blue Aura distributor provided that it
was originally purchased from an authorised Blue Aura dealer or distributor.
The manufacturer can take no responsibility for defects arising from accident,
misuse, abuse, wear and tear, neglect or through unauthorised adjustment
and/or repair; neither can they accept responsibility for damage or loss
occurring during transit to or from the person claiming under the guarantee.
The warranty covers: Parts and labour costs for first year from the purchase
date. After one years you must pay for both parts and labour costs, the
warranty does not cover transportation costs at any.
Claims under guarantee:
This equipment should be packed in the original packing and returned to the
dealer from whom it was purchased, or failing this, directly to the Blue Aura
distributor in the country of residence. It should be sent carriage prepaid by
a reputable carrier. No responsibility can be accepted for the unit whilst in
transit to the dealer or distributor and customers are therefore advised to
insure the unit against loss or damage whilst in transit.
All Blue Aura products undergo exhaustive tests and inspections both before
and during manufacture to ensure we deliver products of the highest quality.
However, for complete peace of mind please register your product within 30
days to take advantage of our extended 12 month guarantee. Please register
your product on line at http://www.blueaura.co.uk/register
Thank you for purchasing our product.
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