Luxman C-1000 f, C-600, B-1000 f Control Amplifier, E-1, E-600, EQ-88, MT-88, OPEQ-88 Phono Stage, M-800 A, M-600 A Amplifier Owner's Manual

C-1000f
Control Amplifier
Owner’s Manual
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within an equilateral triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enRiskclosure that may be
of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
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user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Risk of Electric Shock
WARNING - TO REDUCE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
To prevent the risk of electric shock,
do not remove cover or
back plate. No user serviceable
parts inside.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS!
PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE
OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.
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Read these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the
apparatus.
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Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
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Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
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Do not expose this equipment to
dripping or splashing and ensure that no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases
or beverages, are placed on the
equipment.
To completely disconnect this equipment
from the AC. mains, disconnect the
power supply cord plug from the AC
socket.
The power supply cord should be kept in
good condition, if it gets chewed up by a
pet, it should be replaced.
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Thank You
Your decision to purchase this Luxman
one of the most discriminating music
exquisite audio reproducing equipment
dedication to Quality is your assurance
enjoyment from this unit.
C-1000f Control Amplifier singles you out as
listeners. Luxman have been hand-crafting
in Japan since 1925. Luxman’s relentless
that you will receive many years of musical
Please take a short time to read the information in this manual. We want you to be as
familiar as possible with all the features and functions of your new Luxman.
Important Safety Instructions
Contents
Front Panel Controls
Rear Panel Inputs & Outputs
Remote Control Layout
Balance Control (Preset)
Preset Index
Tone Controls
Tone Controls Index
Remote Control (batteries)
Installation
Connections
Home Theater Processor connection
Subwoofer connection
Block Diagram - General
Block Diagram – LECUA 1000
Block Diagram – REGULATOR, POWER SUPPLY
Specifications
Warranty
Remote Control Code
Luxman Worldwide Contacts
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Front Panel Controls
1.
OPERATION SWITCH / Power Stand-by / On, push button turns the C-1000f either ON
or OFF (stand-by).
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OPERATION INDICATOR; LED blinks gently initially to show that it is warming up, will shine
constantly once the C-600f is fully operational. The legend Warming Up will be displayed
meanwhile.
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NPUT SELECTOR; select any one of the eight music signal sources, either from this knob on the
front panel or from the remote control
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STAND-BY INDICATOR, glows yellow while in stand-by.
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OPERATION DISPLAY; the illuminated display makes it easy to view the selected music source
& the volume setting, even from a distance.
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VOLUME CONTROL; adjust the Volume Control for the desired listening level. The VOLUME
control adjusts the overall loudness of the signals being fed to the loudspeakers. It is fully
electronic and can also be adjusted from the remote control handset. The VOLUME control does
not affect recordings made using the Tape outputs.
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Front Panel Controls
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VOLUME DISPLAY, the illuminated display makes it easy to view the gain setting even from a
distance.
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OUTPUT MODE - Bi Amp The blue LED shows that the unbalanced output is active. →
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OUTPUT MODE – Unbal. The blue LED shows that the unbalanced output is active.
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OUTPUT MODE – Bal. The blue LED shows that the balanced output is active.
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BAL INVERT INDICATOR; The blue LED shows that the phase is inverted.
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REMOTE SENSOR receives commands from the Remote Control. There must be a clear line-ofsight path from the remote control to this window; if that path is obstructed, the remote control
may not work.
NOTE: Direct sunlight or very bright ambient lighting may affect the operating range and angle for the
remote control handset.
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Rear Panel Controls
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UNBALANCED OUTPUTS need to be connected to an outboard amplifier(s).
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UNBALANCED INPUTS, Line 1 – 3 These inputs accept the stereo output signal from CD,
SACD, DVD-Audio, Tuner (XM, Sirius).
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BALANCED INPUTS 1 – 2. These inputs accept the stereo output signal from CD, SACD,
DVD-Audio, or Tuner.
The balanced input is desirable for minimizing earth loop generated mains hum and ripple,
or high frequency interference, if a noise problem occurs.
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GROUND POST. Accepts a ground wire from an external phono stage.
This terminal does not have to be used, but you may connect it to a suitable ground on an
amplifier for example, which under some circumstances will reduce hum and ripple.
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BALANCED OUTPUTS need to be connected to an outboard amplifier(s).
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REMOTE CONTROL TRIGGER. Generates a 12 volt DC trigger signal which will activate
a LUXMAN B-1000f, M-800A or M-600A. It toggles between Stand-By and Operate. Uses
a simple RJ-11 connector (normally used for the phone lines).
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Rear Panel Controls
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MAIN POWER Switch. If you are not using your C-1000f for an extended period of time
and want to turn off the power completely. The remote control will not be able to activate
the control amplifier.
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LINE PHASE SENSOR. Here is a clever device found on the back of almost every Luxman
powered product. You press the button and it will check the phase of the electricity it is
receiving. If the AC outlet in the wall is incorrectly wired, meaning the live and neutral are
swapped, a red LED will turn on to warn you. You only need to press it once, when you are
installing a product to check that everything is in order. It’s a simple mistake, that occurs
often, and one that can undermine your listening enjoyment.
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AC INLET Connect the C-1000f power cord to a live AC outlet. Refer to information on the
back panel to deter-mine the correct voltage.
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Remote Control
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Operation (On / Stand-by) push button turns the C-1000f either ON or OFF (stand-by).
The muting circuit operates for about 60 seconds after the power is turned on, until
the circuitry stabilizes. No sound is heard during this period.
While the unit is warming up, you will see the legend:
WARMING UP
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Input Selection; select any one of the eight music signal sources, either from the rotary
selector on the front panel or from the remote control. The front panel display will show the
Input Selected on the top line, with the Volume setting underneath, as in:
IN : LINE -1
VOL : -71 dB
While the balanced inputs will look like this:
IN : BAL. -1
VOL : -71 dB
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Remote Control
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Output Mode cycles between modes: BAL → Bi-Amp → UNBAL → .The blue LEDs
will illuminate which outputs are active on the front panel display.
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Balanced Output Phase Invert; this will invert the phase from where it is set. The
blue LED shows that the phase is inverted.
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Volume Control; adjust the Volume Control for the desired listening level. The
VOLUME control adjusts the overall loudness of the signals being fed to the loudspeakers.
It is electronic with 72 discrete steps and can be adjusted from the remote control handset.
IN : BAL. -1
VOL: --dB
At this setting the volume is turned off. You can raise the volume using the
button.
volume
You should acquire the habit of lowering the volume, when changing between inputs or
before playing a record.
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Remote Control
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Mute (Volume). Press the MUTE Button to temporarily lower the sound to the speakers.
Mute mode is indicated by the active Legend flashing.
MUTE
Press MUTE again to restore sound. Mute does not affect recordings made using the Tape outputs
(REC OUT) but will affect the signal going to the Preamplifier output (Pre Out).
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Dimmer (Display) Cycles through four levels of intensity:
Normal → Dim → Dimmest → Display Off → Normal.
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Output Channel Preset Depends on which Output Mode is selected.
UnBalanced and Balanced offer LR Balance . While Bi-Amp Cycles through two
controls: LR Balance → L-Ηi R−Ηi (Output Balance between the two different outputs)
→ LR Balance (Channel Balance between the two different L & R channels)
BALANCE Control will adjust the Balance between the Left and Right channels. Plus or
minus 8 dB.
PRESET - Balance
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Press PRESET once, LR Balance will appear.
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Press ENTER once,
L-CH R-CH
0 dB
0 dB
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Use the
button to lower by 1 dB increments. To raise, press
for 1 dB increments.
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Press ENTER once, to lock the setting.
each time
Bal. & Unbal. PRESET
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Bi-Amp. PRESET
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Remote Control
THE REMOTE CONTROL’S RANGE is approximately 16’ or 5 meters, within a 30 degree
window.
NOTE: Direct sunlight or very bright ambient lighting may affect the operating range and angle
for the remote control handset
BATTERY REPLACEMENT. The battery well is easily accessed by sliding back the lower rear
cover. Two good quality AA batteries will need to be replaced approx. once a year.
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Installation
The C-1000f can be placed upright on a table or shelf, standing on its four feet. It also can be
custom installed in piece of furniture or cabinet of your choice.
Always provide adequate ventilation for your C-1000f. Cool operation ensures the longest possible
operating life for any electronic instrument. Do not install the C-1000f directly above a heat generating component such as a high powered amplifier. If all the components are installed in a single
cabinet, a quiet running ventilation fan should be utilized to maintain all the system components at
the coolest temperature.
Allow at least 2’ above the control amplifier, 2” all around.
SINGLE ENDED INPUT & OUTPUT CONFIGURATION (LINE -1)
INPUT
OUTPUT MODE
VOLUME
BAL INVERT
LR BALANCE
MUTE
DIMMER
LINE -1
UNBALANCE
-36dB
INVERT
L-CH:0dB, R-CH: 0dB
OFF
MAX
BALANCED INPUT & OUTPUT CONFIGURATION (BAL -1)
INPUT
OUTPUT MODE
VOLUME
BAL INVERT
LR BALANCE
MUTE
DIMMER
BAL -1
BALANCE
-36dB
INVERT
L-CH:0dB, R-CH: 0dB
OFF
MAX
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Connections
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Now you are ready to take advantage of Luxman’s long standing tradition of excellence in the C1000f Control Amplifier. The C-1000f’s reproduction is sonically transparent and absolutely accurate.
CD, DVD, SACD, TUNER connection Input for a CD or other line-level signal source. Use
a twin RCA-to-RCA lead to connect the CD player’s left and right ‘Audio Outputs’ to this input.
The C-1000f only accepts analogue signals from your CD player.
PHONO (Record Player)
You will need to connect the output from your phono cartridge to an outboard phono stage (such as
the E-1, E-600 or EQ-88 + MT-88 + OPEQ-88), then connect the output of the phono stage to an
input on the C-600f. If you hear a lot of hum, you will most likely need to run a copper cable
between the record player’s chassis to the phono stage and possibly to the SIGNAL GROUND
(No.21).
Balanced Connection Pin Out
Please refer to Balanced Output Phase Invert; on Page 10 for details on how to change
the phase for the output.
1. Ground
2. Cold –
3. Hot +
1. Ground
2. Hot +
3. Cold -
In the USA, most balanced products use Pin 2 = Hot or +. So Luxman’s Japanese products
use the reverse mode from the American POV. The output phase can be adjusted from the
remote control.
NOTE: Always turn the amplifier off before connecting or disconnecting cables from the Output
sockets.
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Connections
SUBWOOFER CONNECTION
Quite often there are two ways to connect one or two subwoofer(s) to one’s system.
Speaker output (High Level) or Line Level.
Speaker (High Level) Connection
Simply connect a speaker cable either to the Speaker Terminals and then to the Speaker terminal
INPUT on the Subwoofer. Or alternatively connect an additional speaker cable to the speaker’s
binding post and the other end to the Subwoofer’s Speaker terminal INPUT.
Please ensure that you do not invert the phase by mixing the Left and Right Channel connections.
Best to run one cable at a time and connect Left to Left at each end, then repeat the process for
the Right channel.
Preamplifier (Line Level) Connection
1. Connect the L female RCA (white) end of your interconnect cable to the C-600f’s L OUTPUT
and connect the other end to the L INPUT on your subwoofer.
2. Ditto for the R channel (red), repeat as above.
HOME THEATER PROCESSOR
In the situation where you would like your C-1000f to drive the front Left and Right speakers of your
Home Theater audio system and still be able to enjoy stereo CDs & LPs played through the C1000f.
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Connect an RCA cable from the Output of you HT Processor, this will connect to the input that
you assign of the C-1000f.
Select the assigned input on your Luxman control amplifier from the Input Selector
Set the volume control to -21 dB. (Actual Unity Gain is -11 dB)
Now calibrate the output volume of your Home Theater Processor to have an
equal amplitude measurement from all your multi-channel speakers as measured at
the central listening position.
When you are finished with the Home Theater and want to listen to music again, simply turn
the volume back down to -50 dB and change inputs.
You should acquire the habit of lowering the volume, when changing between inputs or before
playing a record.
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C-1000f Specifications
Input Sensitivity / Input
Impedance
Single-ended / mV/47.5K 300 ohms, Balanced / mV/67.0K 300 Ω
Output / Output
Impedance
Single-ended / rated 1 V/564 Ω maximum 5.8 V,
Balanced / rated 1 V/600 Ω maximum 6.2 V
Total Harmonic
Distortion
Single-ended / 0.009% (20 Hz ~ 20KHz),Balanced / 0.018% (20 Hz ~
20KHz)
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20KHz (+0, - 0.1dB), 5Hz to 116KHz (+0, - 3.0dB)
S / N Ratio
Single-ended / 123 dB (A-IHF), Balanced / 120 dB (A-IHF)
Input
5 x RCA Single-ended, 2 x XLR Balanced inputs
Output
2 x RCA Single-ended, 2 x XLR Balanced outputs
Front Panel
Rear Panel
Auxiliary Equipment
Remote
Control
functions
Stand-by / Operate Switch, Input Selector
Volume Control and monitor switch, Output Mode &
Balanced Invert.
Main power switch and signal ground post
Remote Output RJ-11 (two) Phase-line sensor,
AC inlet.
Stand-by / Operate Switch, Input Selector
Volume up / down, mute, output mode, phase invert,
balance,
Display Dimmer, preset controls,
tone controls, REC output
Power Consumption
21 W (Normal Operation), 2.3 W (Standby)
Dimensions, Weight
440 (W) x 117 (H) x 407 mm (D), 29 lbs (13.0Kg)
Accessories Supplied
Remote Control (RA-60), power cables (JPA-10000)
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Warranty
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Luxman warrants the product designated herein to be free of manufacturing defects in material
and workmanship, subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth, for a period of five (5) years
from the date of purchase by the original purchaser or no later than six (6) years from the date
of shipment to the authorized Luxman dealer, whichever comes first, excepting vacuum tubes
which are warranted for 90 days only (See 6).
2.
CONDITIONS
This Warranty is subject to the following conditions and limitations. The Warranty is void and
inapplicable if the product has been used or handled other than in accordance with the
instructions in the owner's manual, abused, or misused, damaged by accident or neglect or in
being transported, or the defect is due to the product being repaired or tampered with by
anyone other than Luxman or an authorized Luxman repair center. The product must be
packed and returned to Luxman or an authorized Luxman repair center by the customer at his
or her sole expense. Luxman will pay return freight of its choice. A RETURNED PRODUCT
MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION OF THE DEFECT AND A
PHOTOCOPY OF THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE RECEIPT. This receipt must clearly list model
and serial number, the date of purchase, the name and address of the purchaser and
authorized dealer and the price paid by the purchaser. Luxman reserves the right to modify the
design of any product without obligation to purchasers of previously manufactured products
and to change the prices or specifications of any product without notice or obligation to any
person.
3.
REMEDY
In the event the above product fails to meet the above Warranty and the above conditions have
been met, the purchaser's sole remedy under this Limited Warranty shall be to return the
product to Luxman or an authorized Luxman repair center where the defect will be rectified
without charge for parts or labor, except vacuum tubes (See 6).
4.
LIMITED TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER
This Warranty is for the sole benefit of the original purchaser of the covered product and shall
not be transferred to a subsequent purchaser of the product.
5.
DURATION OF WARRANTY
This Warranty expires on the third anniversary of the date of purchase or no later than the fifth
anniversary of the date of shipment to the authorized Luxman dealer, whichever comes first.
6.
VACUUM TUBES
Vacuum tubes are warranted for the original 90-day period only.
7.
DEMONSTRATION EQUIPMENT
Equipment used by an authorized dealer for demonstration purposes is warranted to be free of
manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the
date of shipment to the dealer. Vacuum tubes are warranted for 90 days.
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Warranty contd.
After the first year, demo equipment needing warranty service must be packed and returned to
Luxman Service Center by the dealer at his sole expense. Luxman will pay return freight of its
choice. A returned product must be accompanied by a written description of the defect on an
LUXMAN RETURNED GOODS AUTHORIZATION form. Dealer-owned demonstration
equipment sold at retail within three (3) years of date of shipment to the dealer is warranted to
the first retail customer to be free of manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for
the duration of the 3-Year Limited Warranty remaining (as measured from the date of shipment
of the equipment to the dealer). Vacuum tubes are not warranted for any period under these
conditions of sale. In the event warranty service is needed under these conditions, the owner of
the equipment must provide a copy of his purchase receipt, fulfilling the requirements
described under "2. Conditions" above. The product must be packed and returned to Luxman
or an authorized Luxman repair center by the customer at his or her sole expense. Luxman will
pay return freight of its choice.
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MISCELLANEOUS
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES RELATING TO THE ABOVE PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED
TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. THE WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO ANY
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL COSTS OR DAMAGES TO THE PURCHASER. Some
states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to
you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
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US WARRANTOR
Inquiries regarding the above Limited Warranty may be sent to the following address:
Higher Note, PO Box 698, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92693.
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