Electrocompaniet ECI 5 - Manual (Page 3)

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Balanced XLR input and operation:
The balanced mode can only be used if the signal source has a balanced output. Use an
XLR interconnect with GND on pin 1, + on pin2, and - on pin 3. To use the balanced input
single ended, connect the ECP5XLR in the XLR
Single ended RCA input and operation:
The left channel is the top row on the rear, marked black. All inputs are similar regarding
sonic performance. Unused inputs may be shorted to ground, using a RCA shorting plug.
HT (Home Theatre)
Is a direct input where the volume potentiometer is bypassed. ECI 5 will work like a power-
amplifier with fixed gain.
REC. outputs are used for recording.
The source you listen to will be monitored through this output. The record output is not
influenced by the volume control setting, but will be shut off by the MUTE function. Never use
shorting plugs in outputs.
PRE OUT:
The pre out is dependent by the volume control setting, and MUTE function. These outputs
(balanced and single ended) can be used to control an additional power amplifier. If more
than one amplifier is used, and these amplifiers are DC coupled on the input side, they will
influence on each other when the amplifiers are switched on/off. To avoid any problem, these
amplifiers must be turned on/off simultaneously. Never use shorting plugs on the outputs.
Speaker output:
Never short the positive output to ground or chassis.
Switch the amplifier off when connecting the speakers.
How to power up your system
You should always power up your system the following way:
Signal sources (CD player, tuner etc.) first.
Allow a 30 seconds warm-up before you turn on the ECI 5.
When switching off your system:
Start with the ECI 5, then the signal sources.