User manual

Signal routing and Connections
ActiveDrive accepts an ANALOG input through a
female balanced 3 pins XLR connector
1
. There is also
an output 3 pins XLR male connector
2
should you wish
to piggyback multiple units or use a dedicated Arteluthe
low frequency unit.
Master gain
The master gain knob
3
should be used only to adjust
the level of the incoming signal, or to correct minor
differences in channel outputs.
The master gain is adjustable from - infinity (full
counterclockwise) to + 6 dB (full clockwise). Preferred
position is 0 dB, with the knob indicator in upright
orientation.
It is important to adjust the output level of
the DAC (or pre-amplifier) head unit so
that the master gain knob can be set at
mid point (0 dB).
Make sure you never OVERLOAD the
analog input as this would saturate the
DACs in the ActiveDrive™. Overload
happens when the Master Gain is set to a
too low position, and when the source
unit (pre-amplifier or other) is set too high.
Please note that the use of high quality 3 pins XLR
terminated cable is strongly recommended for best
possible sound. Arteluthe offers 3 pins XLR cables
in different length, please consult your Arteluthe
dealer for details.
Please note: when plugging or unplugging
XLR signal cables make sure master gain
controls are in the - infinity (fully
counterclockwise) position to
prevent any transient.
Please note: always turn the unit OFF
when plugging or unplugging the AC
cable.
The unit should be turned OFF when not
in use
Power receptacle
ON / OFF
Fuse. Note: the fuse included is of the type 3.15A 250V 5x20 FAST and
should be replaced at factory.
(4) IEC Mains
connector
(3) Master Gain
Arteluthe Satie Active
User Manual
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Please note that the use of high quality 3 pins XLR
terminated cable is strongly recommended for best
sound quality. Arteluthe offers 3 pins XLR cables in
different length, please consult your Arteluthe dealer
for details.
(1) XLR balanced
3 pins female
Input connector
(2) XLR balanced 3
pins male output
connector