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Design and Engineering Instruction manual AMP-100 Integrated amplifier...
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This operation manual supplies all the information that you need to have about your Tangent AMP-100. Please read this operation manual carefully before you start using the unit!
CONTENTS CONTENTS CONNECTION Contents Audio connection layout SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS Safety precautions ON, OFF and Standby Selecting the input source Using the function menu IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Volume control Bass control Important safety instructions Treble control Balance control IMPORTANT INFORMATION Loudness Important information...
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS A triangle with a lightning symbol draws the user's attention to "dangerous voltage" without insulation in the cabinet which may be high enough to entail a risk of electric shock. A triangle with an exclamation mark draws the user's attention to important instructions for use and maintenance in the accompanying manual, which should be studied.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ AND OBSERVE BOTH THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE UNIT. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. This unit was designed and manufactured with a view to providing maximum safety for the user. Incorrect use of the unit may cause electrical shock or fire.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Lightning Damage Unplug the unit for additional protection during thunder or Unplug the unit and contact qualified technicians in the when the unit is not used for prolonged periods. This will following cases: prevent damage to the unit from lightning and power surges. A) If the power cord or the plug is damaged.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Handling instructions Condensation - The top and back panel of the unit may become warm after Condensation may occur in the following cases: prolonged use. This is not due to a defect. - Turn off the power when the unit is not used. - When the unit is moved directly from a cold to a warm place.
CONNECTION Connection to the mains AUX 2 AUX 1 TUNER PHONO LINE OUT Model: AMP-100 Power Rating 230-240 V AC~50Hz Max Power Consumption: 150W Item No.: ~AC INPUT Serial No.: 230-240V 50Hz Do not turn on the power before all connections have been made correctly.
REMOTE CONTROL Installation of batteries 1 Remove the cover as illustrated. 3 Replace the cover. 2 Position two batteries of the type AAA/R03/UM4 in the battery compartment. Make sure that the orientation of the batteries is correct (see drawing at bottom). - Do not mix new and old batteries and do not use different types of batteries.
INFO AUTOTUNE played in random order. Program/DAB/FM: 10 CD: Turns the CDP- and AMP-100 on and selects the CD input on the AMP-100. 11 AUX1: Turns the AMP-100 on and selects the CD input. 12 Volume decrease: Turns down the volume...
FRONT PANEL AND CONNECTIONS Front panel Volume 42 POWER Mains switch: Used to interrupt the mains voltage. LED indicator: Lights green when the amplifier is turned on. Lights red when the amplifier is in standby mode or in operation. Treble: Adjusts the trable level.
FRONT PANEL AND CONNECTIONS Connections AUX 2 AUX 1 TUNER PHONO LINE OUT Model: AMP-100 Power Rating 230-240 V AC~50Hz Max Power Consumption: 150W Item No.: ~AC INPUT Serial No.: 230-240V 50Hz Line Output: For connection of an external amplifier.
CONNECTION Audio connection layout AMP-100 Integrated Amplifier AUX 2 AUX 1 TUNER PHONO LINE OUT Model: AMP-100 Power Rating 230-240 V AC~50Hz Max Power Consumption: 150W Item No.: ~AC INPUT Serial No.: 230-240V 50Hz Turntable Speakers DAB/FM Tuner POWER DVD Player...
Selecting the input source Turn on the AMP-100 by pushing one of the input buttons. Now you can call the input source that is active at the moment. Select Tuner to listen to the radio, CD to listen to a CD, DVD, Phono, AUX1 or AUX2 if units have been connected to these inputs.
OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS Using the function menu The AMP-100 features a "function menu" that allows adjustment of the following when accessed via the remote: Bass, treble, balance and loudness (see menu structure below). A description of the individual functions will follow on the next few pages.
OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS Bass control This amplifier features bass control that allows adjustment of the bass level by +/- 14 dB, from 45Hz to 259Hz. Please note that the high bass boost level offered by the bass control may lead to permanent damage to your loudspeakers if the high volume is used for prolonged periods.
OPERATION AND FUNCTIONS Balance control This amplifier features balance control that allows adjustment of the volume of one loudspeaker at a time by +/- 38,75 dB, divided into 13 steps. This function is used to compensate for a non-centred listening position, and makes it possible to get back the stereo perspective. 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE/REMEDY No power when the amplifier i s turned -Switch on the electric current at the socket. -Check that the plug has been correctly inserted into the socket. -The internal fuse has blown and must be replaced by a qualified service technician.
TECHNICAL DATA Technical data Phono input Input impedance 47 KOhm Input sensitivity 3.8mV Line level inputs (Tuner, CD, DVD, AUX1, AUX2) Input impedance 47 Kohm Input sensitivity 200mV Line level outputs Output impedance Line out 100KOhm Headphones 300Ohm Maximum output level Line out 740mV Headphones...
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Service hotline +45 9641 1599 For further information please visit our website: www.tangent-audio.com Item no. 40327...
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