Ayre Acoustics AX-7 manual

Ayre AX-7 Owner’s Manual Integrated Amplifier A y r e[...]

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Table of Contents Welcome to Ayre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Connections and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Controls and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Numbers and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Statement of Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13[...]

Welcome to Ayre Please send in your warranty registration card so we can stay in contact with you. Your Ayre AX-7 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, relaxed qualit[...]

Connections and Installation The Ayre AX-7 is easy to hook up and use. The following guidelines will ensure that the installation goes smoothly. Location Do not stack the Ayre AX-7 directly with other components, as this may restrict the air flow or induce hum into the audio circuitry. A good location for your integrated amplifier is near eye level[...]

Inputs When you have a choice, a balanced connection will offer slightly higher sound quality than an unbalanced connection. The Ayre AX-7 offers two pairs of balanced inputs and two pairs of unbalanced inputs. Balanced connections are made via three-pin XLR connectors, while unbalanced connections are made via RCA connectors. The FET switches used[...]

tape outputs are switched on and off at the front panel. Please refer to the section “Controls and Operation” for further information. If a recorder is not installed in your system, the “Moon” input performs exactly like the other unbalanced inputs. If you are connecting a recorder to your system, be sure to connect its outputs to the “Mo[...]

AC Power The best sound quality is normally achieved when the AX-7 is plugged directly into the wall outlet, without using any power strips or power line conditioners. Connect the Ayre AX-7 to an unswitched power source. When the unit is first connected to the AC power, the input selector will default to “Star”, the volume control will default [...]

Controls and Operation At the heart of the Ayre AX-7’s control system is a sophisticated microprocessor. This microprocessor is normally “asleep” and all digital systems are turned off, including the master clock. When the microprocessor receives a command, either from the front panel or the remote control, it “wakes up” to execute the co[...]

low setting. After that, the current volume setting is retained in memory, and will remain constant when changing inputs or when the unit is placed in “Standby”. Input Source Selection The source component may also be selected with the remote control. The input selector buttons are located at the right side of the unit. Icons that match the con[...]

Mute Muting and un-muting may also be performed with the remote control. The mute button provides an easy way to temporarily turn the volume of the AX-7 to “zero”. The current volume control setting is retained in memory and appears on the display. When the unit is placed in “Standby”, the mute function is reset. Tape Output The “Tape Out[...]

Standby The standby function may also be operated with the remote control. The Ayre AX-7 is very energy-efficient, and only consumes about as much power as a standard light bulb when playing. If you wish to further reduce power consumption when not playing music, the unit may be placed in standby mode. In standby mode, the output stage is turned of[...]

The chosen input is now programmed for “Processor Pass-Through” operation, disabling the now redundant volume control of the AX-7. When that input is selected, the preamplifier section of the AX-7 is set to unity gain (0 dB), and the volume is controlled directly from the surround-sound processor. The volume indicator of the AX-7 will display ?[...]

Numbers and Specifications Power Output 60 watts per channel continuous into 8 ohms 120 watts per channel continuous into 4 ohms Maximum Input Level 4 V rms – unbalanced inputs 8 V rms – balanced inputs Input Impedance 20 k Ω – unbalanced inputs 40 k Ω – balanced inputs (20 k Ω per phase) XLR Input Polarity Pin 1 = Ground Pin 2 = Non-[...]

Statement of Warranty Please take a moment to fill out and return the enclosed warranty registration card. Your Ayre AX-7 integrated 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. Al[...]

or to Ayre’s authorized agent. 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 Ayre. Out-of-warranty claims will be billed for labor, materials, return freight, and insurance as required. Any product for which [...]

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 w[...]

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