User manual FATMAN ITUBE CARBON EDITION

[. . . ] In order to obtain the best performance from this system please read this owners manual thoroughly and use your iTube only in accordance with its instructions. 2 ITube USER MANUAL ENGLISH Kit Contents · iTube Vacuum Tube Amplifier with iPod dock · Fatman 2-way bookshelf speakers in black high-gloss finish · Banana Plug speaker cables · Aux source audio cable for connecting CD player etc · Video cable to connect from docking station to TV 3 Safety Instructions Please read the following precautions before attempting to operate the iTube. · Read instructions - All safety and operating instructions should be read thoroughly before attempting to operate the Fatman iTube · Retain Instructions in a safe place for future reference · Follow all instructions detailed in this manual · Observe all safety warnings given in this manual · This unit should NOT be situated in close proximity to water. Avoid placement near bathtubs, sinks, washing machines, swimming pool, etc. [. . . ] This will avoid leakage or blowout of the vacuum tube due to sudden heat · The iTube should be serviced by an authorised service engineer in the event of any of the following circumstances 1. The power supply or cord sustains damage 2. The unit is struck by a falling object 3. The unit is exposed to rain or moisture. Liquid is inadvertently spilt on the unit 5. The unit does not seem to operate normally or exhibits a sudden change in performance 6. The unit has been dropped · Any unauthorised changes or modifications to this equipment would render the manufacturer's warranty null and void 4 ITube USER MANUAL ENGLISH Amplifier controls Input select FRONT PANEL IR receiver LED Power button Volume The indicator light above the power switch will illuminate when the power is ON. To switch power OFF, simply turn switch in the alternate direction. Before switching on the power, please set the volume control to a low setting to avoid damage to your speakers. Please note that a speaker protection circuit will mute speaker sound for a few seconds after power is switched ON. Line Inputs REAR PANEL Speaker Outputs Composite Video Output S-Video Output AC Power Input NOTE: Although product is pictured without the cage cover, the cage covering the tubes must be in place during operation. Keep away from babies and children ! ATTENTION: Your iTube should only be re-started 5 minutes after switching off, to avoid damaging the tubes. ! 5 Remote Control Play / Pause Up Menu Sub Menu Down menu Menu Album, Chapter, Playlist Mute Button Back Light Power Button Skip Track FF / RW Shuffle Repeat Bass Volume Treble Volume Master Volume Control speaker functions Power Button Press to turn on the iTube, power indicator will illuminate. Press the "+" button to increase master volume Press the "-" button to decrease master volume Treble Volume Press the "+" button to increase treble volume Press the "-" button to decrease treble volume Bass Volume Press the "+" button to increase bass volume Press the "-" button to decrease bass volume Control iPod functions When an iPod is docked into the dock and dock is turned on, some iPod functions can be controlled using the speaker system's remote control. Master Volume Play/Pause song Turn off iPod Skip to next song Start a song again Play previous song Fast forward song Press play/pause button Press and hold play button Press next/fast forward Press previous/rewind Press previous/rewind twice Press and hold next/fast forward Press and hold previous/rewind Rewind a song Album, playlist, chapter Press appropriate button for next and previous 6 ITube USER MANUAL ENGLISH iTube Carbon Edition Connections 7 How to Use CONNECTIONS · Before attempting to make any connections to or from the iTube firstly ensure that the iTube and all connecting devices are switched OFF. · When making connections to other devices from the iTube, take the time to ensure that they are correct. For instance, (L) Left to (L) left, and (R) right to (R) right. · Make sure connecting pins on wires are clean and dust free and that all connectors are inserted into the iTube fully and correctly. · Always turn both the power switches to the OFF position on the units when connecting or disconnecting the iTube tube amp or the power supply. SPEAKERS · When connecting speakers, ensure they have an impedance of between 4 & 8 ohms. [. . . ] - Reconnect the speakers ensuring the polarities are aligned to the iTube Acoustic image is unstable, characterised by unnatural sound and insufficient lowrange tonal quality iPod volume does not increase audio volume Crackling sound from speakers - The positive (+) and negative (-) polarities of the iTube and speaker system are not matched - iPod volume control only controls volume to the headphone jack - Bad connection - Use the iTube's amplifier volume control when the iPod is docked - Check connection if iPod is in docking station, check connection of the 3. 5mm stereo cable. Make sure it is connected 'line out' 'audio out' or 'headphone out' of your source and NOT 'speaker out' - Unplug the 3. 5mm stereo cable from the audio source, then plug it into the headphone jack of an alternative source (e. g. CD player, Mp3 player) - A problem with your audio source 10 ITube USER MANUAL ENGLISH SYMPTOM Sound is distorted POSSIBLE CAUSE - Volume level on iTube is too high - Sound source is distorted REMEDY - Decrease the volume to a more appropriate level - WAV and MIDI files are often of poor quality; therefore distortion and noise are easily noticed through a high quality system. [. . . ]