Octave v70se User Manual

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CONTENTS
Page
Introduction ................................................................................................. 3
1. Description of the V 70 SE ........................................................................... 7
2. Safety instructions ....................................................................................... 8
2.1 Before you begin .......................................................................................... 8
2.2 Placement .................................................................................................... 9
2.3 Warranty ....................................................................................................... 9
3. Getting started .............................................................................................. 10
3.1 Unpacking, package contents ...................................................................... 10
3.2 Removing the grille ...................................................................................... 10
3.3 Installing the power tubes ............................................................................ 11
3.4 Switching on for the first time: the soft-start feature .................................... 11
3.5 Checking the tubes (BIAS) ........................................................................... 12
3.6 Connecting other components ..................................................................... 12
3.7 Connection options: overview ...................................................................... 13
4. Front panel controls ..................................................................................... 14
5. Rear panel connections ............................................................................... 16
6. Advanced functions and connection options ................................................ 18
6.1 Protection ..................................................................................................... 18
6.2 Soft-Start ...................................................................................................... 18
6.3 Ecomode ...................................................................................................... 19
6.4 Front Channel ............................................................................................. 20
6.5 Pre-Out regulated ........................................................................................ 20
6.5.1. Using with an active subwoofer ................................................................... 20
6.5.2. Using in bi-amped systems .......................................................................... 20
7. Tubes ........................................................................................................... 21
7.1 Removing the grille (see 3.2) ....................................................................... 21
7.2 Tube layout .................................................................................................. 21
7.3 BIAS measurement facility ........................................................................... 22
7.4 Replacing the tubes ..................................................................................... 24
7.5 Running in the tubes .................................................................................... 24
7.6 Tube service life ........................................................................................... 24
8. The programmable remote control ............................................................... 25
9. Optional Phono - MC/MM ............................................................................. 25
10. Using Black Box or Super Black Box ........................................................... 26
10.1 The Black Box option ................................................................................... 26
10.2 The Super Black Box option ........................................................................ 27
11. Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 28
11.1 Faults caused by external issues ................................................................. 28
11.2 Faults caused by tubes ................................................................................ 30
12. Specifications and dimensions ..................................................................... 32
13. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ............................................................. 35

Octave v70se Specifications

General

Brand	Octave
Model	v70se
Category	Amplifier
Language	English