Ayre Acoustics 3-Phase Power Supply manual

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    dps / Ayre Owner’s Manual 3-Phase Power Supply[...]

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    Table of Contents Welcome to dps /Ayre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Overview and Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Connections and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Controls and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Optimization and Customization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    Welcome to dps / Ayre Your dps (der Plattenspieler, German for “the turntable”) turntable and Ayre 3-Phase Power Supply offers a significant advance in the musical performance of high-fidelity equipment. The warmth and immediacy of a live performance are apparent from the first listening. The combination of superb resolution and a natural, rela[...]

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    Overview and Introduction The dps turntable is manufactured in Germany by Bauer Audio, with distribution in North America handled by Ayre. The unique design of the dps turntable design offers a compelling combination of high performance, ease of use, and an elegant appearance. One key feature of the dps turntable’s design is the use of a precisio[...]

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    Connections and Installation The Ayre 3-Phase Power Supply is easy to connect and use. The following guidelines will ensure that the installation goes smoothly. Location A good location for your power supply is at an easily accessible height in an open-backed cabinet or on a shelf. The internal power transformer creates a low-level stray magnetic f[...]

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    AC Power The Ayre 3-Phase Power Supply may be plugged directly into an unswitched wall outlet. Although proprietary RFI (radio-frequency interference) filtering is built into the unit, in some situations an AC power-line filter (such as those offered by Ayre) may provide additional sonic benefits. AyreLink Ports The AyreLink communication system pr[...]

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    AyreLink connections are made with commonly available two-line telephone line cords using modular (RJ-11) connectors. (These are the cords that connect the telephone set to the wall in many countries.) They are readily available in different lengths and various colors at most electronics stores. Be sure to use two-line telephone cords to make AyreL[...]

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    Controls and Operation The Ayre 3-Phase Power Supply has a front-panel button that controls the turntable motor. The unit can also control other linked components via the AyreLink communication system. Status LED and Standby Button The status LED on the front panel is also the standby button. Pressing this button selects between the “Standby” a[...]

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    To select 45 rpm operation, while the unit is in “Standby” mode simply press and hold the front-panel button for two seconds. The status LED will glow violet to indicate 45 rpm. AyreLink The AyreLink communication system provides integrated control functions for your audio system. Linked components will turn on automatically with the touch of a[...]

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    Standby A short press on the standby button of the Ayre 3-Phase Power Supply will turn that individual component off. A longer press (more than two seconds) will turn off all linked components. A long button press provides a simple way to turn the entire system off from any linked component. Display Brightness Changing the brightness level on the d[...]

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    Optimization and Customization The 3-Phase Power Supply is configured from the factory for a normal LED brightness in most installations. However, in certain circumstances it may be desirable to reduce the brightness of the status LED. In addition, information is given to configure other linked components for operation with the 3-Phase Power Supply[...]

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    The unit will remain in configuration mode for ten seconds. During that time, pressing the front-panel button will change the default setting for the brightness of the status LED as noted below: One press – Low brightness Two presses – Medium brightness Three presses – High brightness After the ten-second configuration period has elapsed, the[...]

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    When the inputs of an AyreLink-equipped preamplifier or integrated amplifier are activated by naming them, many of the common names will have an AyreLink alphabetical code automatically associated with it. For example, the input name “Phono” is associated with the AyreLink code “P” by default. In this way, when the dps turntable’s 3-Phase[...]

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    Numbers and Specifications Output Frequency 33- 1 / 3 rpm = 50 Hz 45 rpm = 67.5 Hz Frequency Accuracy ± 0.1% Power Consumption 50 watts maximum Dimensions 8- 5 / 8 " W x 13- 3 / 4 " D x 3- 7 / 8 " H 22 cm x 35 cm x 10 cm Weight 16 pounds 7.5 kg 13[...]

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    In Case of Trouble The Ayre 3-Phase Power Supply provides comprehensive circuitry to protect the unit against faults. AC Line Voltage If the AC line voltage drops below 80% of normal (brown-out), the unit will revert to the red “Warm-Up” mode with the output disabled. After the voltage returns to normal, the initial warm-up cycle will begin aga[...]

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    If overheating occurs, be sure to correct the cause before continuing to use the 3-Phase Power Supply. Once the unit has cooled the unit will revert to the green “Standby” condition. To restore the unit to the blue “Operate” mode, simply press the front panel button. Status LED Summary Red Warmup / Brownout – The low-distortion oscillator[...]

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    Statement of Warranty North American Warranty Your Ayre 3-Phase Power Supply is warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of ninety days from the date of original purchase. This ninety-day coverage is automatic upon acceptance of delivery and no registration is required. Additionally you have the option, at no cost, to ext[...]

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    North American Warranty Statement 1. 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 Acoustics, Inc. (Ayre) or its authorized agent. 2. Purchaser must return the product, packed in the original shipping carton, freight prepaid to: Ayre Acoustics,[...]

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    4. Ayre strives to manufacture the finest possible equipment, and therefore reserves the right to make improvements on its products, without necessarily assuming any 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 impli[...]

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    A Place for Notes Serial Number: Purchase Date: Dealer: Salesperson: ________________________________________ ________________________________________ ________________________________________ ________________________________________ 19[...]

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    20 Rev. 1.0[...]

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    Ayre Acoustics, Inc. 2300-B Central Avenue Boulder, Colorado 80301 www.ayre.com +1-303-442-7300[...]