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- Page 1 Scan the QR code using a smart-phone device, for product warranty registration online. Artera Pre User Manual...
- Page 2 AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR Mains Supply: The mains operating voltage of all QUAD WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD-DO NOT OPEN Artera series units is shown on the rear panel. If this voltage does not match the mains voltage in your area, consult your QUAD dealer about converting the unit.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
QUAD Artera Pre CONTENTS INTRODUCTION …………………………………………………………………………………………………… REMOTE HANDSET .…………....…………………………………………………………………..…… CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ………......…………………………………………………… CONNECTIONS ………......……………………………………………………………..……. SYSTEM OPERATIONS …………………………………………………………………....……….…… 10 MENU OPTIONS ……………………………………………………………………………….…………... 12 WARRANTY COVERAGE …………………………………….…………….……………………….………..15 SPECIFICATIONS …………………………………….…………….……………………….……….....…. 18... -
Page 4: Introduction
Placement The unit must be mounted on a solid, level and stable surface. The QUAD Artera Pre should be mounted on a shelf with sufficient ventilation above and to the sides and rear. -
Page 5: Remote Handset
Press to confirm the menu settings Press to switch channels/menu settings Volume– Press to decrease volume Press to select XLR input channel Press to select Artera Pre control mode Phono Press to select PHONO input channel Aux1/2/3 Press to select Analogue input channel... -
Page 6: Controls And Functions
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS VOLUME+ VOLUME- HEADPHONE JACK SOURCE REMOTE INPUT POWER/MUTE STANDBY POWER OFF Artera Pre TRIG RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT AUX1 AUX2 AUX3 PHONO AC220-240V~50/60Hz 20W ANALOGUE ANALOGUE FUSE T500mAL 250V INPUTS OUTPUTS POWER MAINS INPUT FUSE 12V TRIGGER... -
Page 7: Connections
CONNECTIONS Open the carton box, take out the glass top and the Artera Pre separately. Place the Artera Pre onto a sturdy shelf or table. Put the glass top on the lid of Artera Pre after making all connections. Before making any connections to your high fidelity equipment make sure that all units in the system are switched off and unplugged at the mains. - Page 8 RIGHT LEFT The PRE single-ended output The single-ended analogue signal output of QUAD Artera Pre is for connecting to a unit with single-ended inputs such as a power amplifier. The AUX output (fixed level - line output) The AUX direct output is used for connecting to a unit with single-ended inputs that requires no preprocessing or volume control of the signal, for example an integrated amplifier, audio processor, AV controller or an audio recording device.
- Page 9 To connect the Triggers, you will need a cable terminated with 3.5mm jack plugs. One end plugs into the TRIG IN of the slave unit and the other to the TRIG OUT of the master control unit. In the diagram below we show how you can use the Artera Pre TRIG OUT to switch the Artera Stereo Power Amplifier using its TRIG IN.
- Page 10 System connection...
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Page 11: System Operations
Red. Now press the Standby button on the Artera Pre or on the remote handset, the Display of Artera Pre lights up and the indicator at the bottom goes off. - Page 12 When first switched on: The system sets the default volume level to 20 - a safe low level. When next switched on: When coming out of standby the Artera Pre will be set to the previous used volume setting, except if louder than 50, in which case the volume will default to 50.
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Page 13: Menu Options
MENU OPTIONS Press and hold the Prog key on the handset to enter the menu settings. The menu is operated using the central keys on the remote control; Left , Right, Up, Down and Enter. Move along the menu options using the Left Right keys. To access a setting press Enter then use Left Right keys to change the setting and confirm the selection by pressing Enter. - Page 14 Phono The Artera PRE has a built-in low noise precision RIAA amplifier for use with turntables fitted with either MM or MC cartridges. Select MM or MC to match your cartridge type; MM is the default setting. To avoid hum, the GND cable of your turntable tonearm should be connected to Artera Pre’s GND terminal.
- Page 15 Default Channel Artera Pre can default to your choice of input when switched on. Alternatively it can be set to “Recall Last Input”. The unit is set to “Recall Last Input” by default. Default Channel Recall Last Input Auto Standby Artera Pre features three modes of Standby, all of which can be set through the menu settings.
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Page 16: Warranty Coverage
QUAD speakers are built to provide a lifetime of sonic pleasure. We hope you will derive many years of good service from our products. QUAD warrants its products, subject to the following terms and conditions below, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship. - Page 17 Please note, QUAD is not able to supply parts or replacement items to any other entity than the official distributor or authorised service centre. Other than the warranty and services set out in this warranty, to the fullest extent permitted by law, QUAD shall not be liable to you and/or any third party or entity whatsoever for: Any loss, damages and/or malfunction caused to any product(s) which is/are connected to any of the products ·...
- Page 18 IAG Service Dept. 13/14 Glebe Road Huntingdon Cambridgeshire PE29 7DL Tel: +44(0)1480 452561 Email: service@quad-hifi.co.uk For information on other authorised service centres worldwide contact QUAD International, UK. A world wide distributors list is available on the QUAD website: www.quad-hifi.co.uk...
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Page 19: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS (All measurements made with 230V AC supply and all voltages are rms values) Type Artera Pre Analogue Inputs 3 x RCA (AUX1, 2 & 3), XLR, Phono MM/MC Analogue Outputs 1 x RCA (PRE OUT), 1 x RCA(AUX), 1 x XLR 1 x 6.35mm Headphone Jack... - Page 20 IAG House, 13/14 Glebe Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE29 7DL, UK Tel: +44(0)1480 452561 Email: service@quad-hifi.co.uk http://www.quad-hifi.co.uk IAG reserves the right to alter the design and specifications without notice. All rights reserved © IAG Group Ltd. QUAD is a member of the International Audio Group.