Adcom GTP-860II - Manual (Page 5)

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Congratulations on your decision to
purchase the GTP-860
II 7.1 tuner/
preamplifier. Multichannel audio and
home theater are better than ever.
Your new ADCOM component was
designed to deliver all the impact
of your favorite action flick and the
subtle harmonic texture that makes
high resolution audio amazing.
Audition the GTP-860
II paired with
an ADCOM power amp and DVD player
and you will experience what high
performance is all about. To realize
the full potential of your GTP-860
II,
and before making any connections
to it, please read these operating and
installation instructions thoroughly.
Key Features
• Dolby Digital and DTS decoding
• ADCOM 7.1m2
• Component video switching
• 24 bit/192kHz DACs
• RDS tuner
• External 5.1 input
• Torriodial power transformer
Unpacking the GTP-860 II
Before your new ADCOM preampli-
fier left our factory, it was carefully
inspected for physical imperfections
and tested for all electrical parameters
as a routine part of ADCOM’s system-
atic quality control. This, along with
full operational and mechanical test-
ing, should ensure a product flawless
in both appearance and performance.
After you have unpacked the GTP-
860
II, inspect it for physical damage.
Save the shipping carton and all pack-
ing material as they are intended to
reduce the possibility of transporta-
tion damage should the preamplifier
ever need to be shipped again. In the
unlikely event damage has occurred,
notify your dealer immediately and
request the name of the carrier so a
written claim to cover shipping dam-
ages can be initiated. The right to a
claim against a public carrier can be
forfeited if the carrier is not notified
promptly in writing and if the shipping
carton and packing materials are not
available for inspection by the carrier.
Save all packing materials until the
claim has been settled.
Placing the GTP-860 II
Although the GTP-860 II does not
generate much heat, it is good prac-
tice to ensure the preamplifier’s
long-term, trouble-free operation to
provide adequate ventilation for the
unit. Therefore, the GTP-860
II should
be kept away from external sources
of heat such as radiators and hot-air
ducts.
We recommend that you exercise care
when placing components on top of
the GTP-860
II. If you are placing a
heat producing component (such as
an amplifier) on top of or below the
GTP-860
II, it is recommended that you
allow at least three (3) inches vertical
spacing for proper airflow.
We also recommend that you leave five
(5) inches of space behind the unit for
additional airflow and to allow space
for interconnects to hang freely.
If you observe these recommendations,
the GTP-860
II will perform reliably
in any reasonable environment. You
should also pay attention to such nor-
mal considerations as protection from
excessive dust and moisture.
The optimal performance of your new
GTP-860
II will ultimately depend on
the care with which you make the con-
nections between the amplifier, pream-
plifier and loudspeakers. All input and
output signal connections should be
made only with high quality, low-loss,
low capacitance cables. For recom-
mendations of the type and quality of
interconnections that are best for your
applications, consult with your ADCOM
dealer.
Safety Information
There are no user serviceable parts
inside. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
The unit must be connected to a power
supply only of the type and voltage
specified on the rear panel. Connect
the component to the power outlet only
with the supplied power supply cable or
an exact equivalent. Do not modify the
supplied cable. Do not defeat grounding
and/or polarization provisions. The
cable should be connected to a 3-pin
polarized wall outlet, matching the
wide blade of the plug to the wide slot
of the receptacle. Do not use extension
cords. Do not route the power cord
where it will be crushed, pinched,
bent, exposed to heat, or damaged in
any way. Pay particular attention to
the power cord at the plug and where
it exits the back of the unit. The power
cord should be unplugged from the wall
outlet if the unit is to be left unused
for a long period of time. Immediately
stop using the component and have
it inspected and/or serviced by a
qualified service agency if:
• the power supply cord or plug has
been damaged;
• objects have fallen or liquid has
been spilled into the unit;
• the unit has been exposed to rain;
• the unit shows signs of improper
operation; or
• the unit has been dropped or
damaged in any way.
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