User manual ISOTEK MINI SUB

[. . . ] We believe all products benefit from their own clean power supply, therefore we advocated the concept of using (smaller) individual filters on each component, with these being specifically designed for their purpose, this dramatically reduces and stops component cross contamination and dispels the belief that one size fits all. Every single component used in our designs is extensively tested for quality, reliability and purpose. Our circuit designs are extensively `field' tested before coming to market so we can guarantee the widest compatibility with third party products. Within the market of premium audio it is vital to offer exceptional performance and value for money. [. . . ] If you have to locate the unit on the floor we strongly recommend you do not place the unit near heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts. Good air circulation is essential to prevent heat build up within the chassis. Do not place the Mini Sub or Vision on a soft surface, for example a rug or carpet, which could block the ventilation intakes on the underside of the unit. Do not let any liquids spill onto or objects fall into the chassis. Should either of these events happen immediately switch off the unit at the wall socket, wait for at least one minute, unplug all other cables and return it to your authorised IsoTek dealer for a full service. ! 20Kg March 2004 C. Installation Placement Ideally the unit should be placed upon its own dedicated shelf of an audio grade equipment rack. If this is not possible the unit may be placed on top of or under other pieces of equipment to a maximum weight limit of 20kg. Due to the products careful screening by way of a large ground plan within the unit, no adverse effects should be caused by this placement. If you have to locate the unit on the floor or in any other location please refer to the safety section of this manual. Once the Mini Sub or Vision is placed connect the unit to a mains wall socket, we recommend that a good quality cable is used and that the wall socket is also unswitched. Turn off all equipment you wish to have a clean mains supply, unplug the cables relating to these from the wall socket or redundant distribution block you may have been using and plug these into the rear sockets of the Mini Sub or Vision. Outputs 1 & 2 (marked with a red dot) have been given a higher power rating and should be used for high current devices, for example power amplifiers, integrated amplifiers, projectors and plasma screens etc. The remaining four are suitable for all other equipment. We strongly recommend that a good quality mains cable is used and this cable is consistent throughout your system. Look for a cable with good conductors, for example oxygen free copper, this cable should also have a high degree of shielding from RFI. Rear elevation of the unit Equipment coupling IEC Inlet Dedicated earth post Outputs 1 & 2 high output System integration 6 high quality UK three pin outputs March 2004 D. Troubleshooting Fuse location Fault finding The front panel LED is not lit and the unit gives no power. Check that the mains inlet fuse is intact, this will be located in the drawer of the IEC socket at the rear of the unit on the left hand side. If there is not a fuse located or you have used up your supply please contact us on 01635 291357 or email support@isoteksystems. com so that we can forward you a free replacement. Check that the mains cable is securely plugged into the unit and the wall socket. Check the fuse within the plug is intact. Fuse holder of IEC inlet On rare occasions the fuse at the main distribution fuse box may also need to be checked. The Mini Sub & Vision, in its GII form remains safe even if mains polarity is reversed. However, we would strongly recommend a simple check of mains polarity. [. . . ] We recommend Clearlight Audio RDC products which we use on our higher end products, for example, Titan. Third party products IsoTek Cables Upgrades It is possible to increase the performance of the Mini Sub through ideal location and product placement, the use of isolation devices and contact conditioners for example. The Mini Sub can also be used to run front-end only equipment with one of our dedicated power amplifier products. For example, the introduction of a Titan for that specific purpose. Full details can be found from your local authorised IsoTek dealer or on our web site www. isoteksystems. com March 2004 G. [. . . ]