RS-100 - Vitus Audio Manual.pdf · RS-100 | Version 1 5 from the creator Foreword First of all, thank you for choosing the Vitus Audio RS-100 power amplifier, we are sure you will

RS-100Owner’s Manual

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Information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice, and whilst it is checked for accuracy, no liabilities can be accepted for errors.

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table of contents

on a personal noteCertificate . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

from the creatorForeword . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

introduction About this manual . . . . . . . . 6Introduction to the Reference Series . . . . . . . 6Turning the RS-100 on and off. . 7

1. getting startedUnpacking the box . . . . . . . . 8What’s in the box . . . . . . . . . 8RS-100 Functions of the front panel . . . . . . . . . . 9

2. connectingRS-100 rear panel . . . . . . . . . 10Connecting the RS-100 . . . . . 10

3. operation & serviceSafety notice . . . . . . . . . . . 12Mains supply voltage . . . . . . 12Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . 12Mains fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Replacing a blown fuse . . . . . 14

4. specificationsRS-100 Measurements . . . . . . 16RS-100 Specifications . . . . . . 17

5. appendixConnecting devices 1 . . . . . . 18Connecting devices 2 . . . . . . 19

6. warrantyWarranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

7. picturesRS-100 Front . . . . . . . . . . . 23


on a personal note

Certificate

Model: RS-100

Product ID/Serial

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Product Build Date

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Signed

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All products details, specifications and measurements are recorded for your RS-100 and kept by Vitus Audio.

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from the creator

ForewordFirst of all, thank you for choosing the Vitus Audio RS-100 power amplifier, we are sure you will enjoy it for many years to come. When purchasing a Vitus Audio product, you are guaranteed a musical performance,which exceeds the current musical standards. Vitus Audio is dedicated to musical performance rather than technical details and high performance measures. We believe that many manufactures are blinded by the current available theory, instead of looking for new answers.

At Vitus Audio everything works until proven not to. This way we always try to push the limits and explore the unexplored. As a result of this, many of the solutions we use today are considered to be “impossible to ever get working”,however they have convinced many people and reviewers world wide of the opposite. Before any of our new topologies are implemented in our products, they are carefully reviewed by our dedicated listening panel. This way we can guarantee the correct level of musically performance and robustness.

Generally we’re after super neutral, super detailed and super dynamic reproduction without “loosing” the nerve in the music which often is a drawback of many high end amplifiers. Our real strongholds are complete silence, unbelievable depth and width in the soundstage resulting in a far more open sound with higher resolution -you could say, closer to the artist. As a result of the above, our amps do not “focus” on any specific frequencies - i.e. no extension of top or bass, which of course results in high clarity of the midrange since it’s “naturally present”!

Hans Ole Vitus


introduction

About this manual

This is your RS-100 owner’s manual. The following pages will describe, as clearly as possible, how to get your RS-100 operating fast and simple. Although some operations are self-explanatory, we strongly suggest you read this manual to avoid any damage to the unit. The manual is designed to be helpful. If there are points you feel we could cover better, or that we have missed out – please tell us.

Important information is presented like

this. Ignoring this information may cause damage to you or the unit. Damage coused to the unit by ignoring this information might invalidate the warranty.

Introduction to the Reference SeriesThe Vitus Audio Reference Series is a true high-end series of products, which is build on our true dedication to neutral music reproduction. Every detail is carefully thought through, and all choices made during development, where based purely on listening, and not measuring. Only the best available materials are used to ensure an overall quality which will last for many years, when treated right.

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This amplifier is VERY heavy – make sure to be

at least two people to unpack the unit. You might damage both your back and the amplifier if extra care is not applied. Vitus Audio A/S cannot be held responsible for any damage that is a consequence of uncareful handling of the unit.

Turning the RS-100 on and off.

Always turn on the products beginning from the source:

CD player a pre-amplifier a power amplifier.

Always turn off your products in reverse order:

Power amplifier a pre-amplifier a CD player.

Not following this procedure,may cause damage to any of your products/speakers.

Damage caused to any of your products/speakers by not following this procedure will invalidate the warranty.

Figure 1 Box exploded view

Foam top 1

Foam bottom

Box

Foam top 2

Foam Sides6 pieces

RS-100

Brochure

Manual

Power Cable


Unpacking the boxAfter you have opened the top, it is possible to remove the top protective foam which gives you direct access to the amplifier. In the top you will find the remote, the power cord and brochures. Now remove the side protective foam, this will make it easier to grab hold of the RS-100. Two people carefully lift the amplifier out of the box, and put it directly onto the floor.Store the empty box and the protective foam for later use.

What’s in the boxFoam top 1Vitus Audio Brochure

RS-100RS-100 ManualPower Cable

Foam top 2Foam Sides 6 piecesFoam bottomBox

1. getting started

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STANDBY.Puts the RS-100 to standby.In this mode the controls of the RS-100 are deactivated.

The RS-100 does not shut down in standby mode in order to maintain an optimal working temperature

Figure 6 RS-100 Front panel.

INPUTSTANDBY

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RS-100 Functions of the front panel

INPUT.Press. Choose between input 1 and input 2

Press and hold. Mutes the RS-100.Press to unmute.

RS-100 rear panel

OutputsSpeaker left

Speaker right

Ground/Earth

Inputs.Input 2. XLR

Input 1 RCA

Power

Figure 4 Plugs

Speaker out

Speaker out

Ground

RCA

Power

XLR in


2. connecting

Connecting the RS-100Place the RS-100 on its shelf. Connect all the sources to the inputs of the RS-100, (labelled INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 on the rear panel.) Connect the Speaker output of the RS-100.

This is a true balanced amplifier, DO NOT connect the ”-“output (Figure 3) to any ground source, including chassis or signal ground, this will damage the amplifier.

Figure 3 ”-“output

Figure 5 RS-100 Rear panel.

MODEL RS-100

SERIAL No.100VOLTS 50 / 60 Hz

115 230

GND / EARTH

Input 2 Input 1 Input 2Input 1

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-

This is a true balanced powerampli�er. DO NOT under any circumstance

connect (-) speaker output to ground.

Caution

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This is a true balanced powerampli�er. DO NOT under any circumstance

connect (-) speaker output to ground.

Caution

To prevent �re and shock hazard, do not expose this device

to rain and moisture

Warning

Use this connection with careConnecting it to other unitswith impropper GND may

damage this unit. Suchdamage will not be covered

by warranty!

Caution

NEUTRIK

PUSH

NEUTRIK

PUSH

MAINS

To prevent �re and shock hazard, do not expose this device

to rain and moisture

Warning

Ground

Speaker out RCA in Power

XLR in

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3. operation & service

Safety noticeThe Vitus Audio RS-100 contains no user serviceable parts except from the mains fuse. Do not attempt to open the case. There are potentially dangerous voltages present inside. Should your RS-100 show signs of malfunction, then please contact your dealer or Vitus Audio.

Mains supply voltageAny unit may be set for operation in 100V, 115V or 230V A.C. Units are shipped set for the mains supply voltage according to the destination. The voltage setting can be updated later by your dealer, if necessary.

MaintenanceVitus Audio products are designed to run for many years without the need for regular maintenance. Our products contain no user serviceable parts except from the mains fuse. Should your RS-100 show signs of malfunction, please contact your dealer or Vitus Audio.



Mains fuseThe mains fuse is accessible from the outside of the amplifier. You will find the mains fuse, just below the power inlet. If the fuse blows, then you can easily replace it. The fuse only blows on the occurrence of power surges or if there is a fault in the unit. Normally power surges cause no other damage other than blowing the fuse. When the fuse blows repeatedly on replacement, then the unit most likely has a malfunction. In case of malfunction the unit must be returned to Vitus Audio for repair.

Fuse type: 20x5mm 6,3A T(230V) /10A T(115V) / 12A T(100V)HRC fuse

Replacing the fuse with a fuse of a type and rating different from the original fuse, might result in damage to the unit and injury to you (the user). Damage to the unit as a result of wrongly replacing the mains fuse, will invalidate the guarantee.

For an explanation of how to replace the fuse see chapter 3 “replacing a blown fuse”.

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4 There is a spare fuse available in the fuse carrier.

2 Loosen the fuse carrier.Using a flat object for example a flat screwdriver.

3 Pull the fuse carrier out.

1 The fuse carrier is placed on the back under the power connector

Replacing a blown fuseREMOVE THE POWER CABLE

In the following steps we will show you how to replace a blown fuse.

5 Take the blown fuse out of the fuse carrier and throw it away.

spare fuse

the fuse carrier

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6 Flip the spare fuse out using a pointy object..

7 Place the spare fuse in the fuse carrier and click the fuse in place.

9 Push the fuse carrier back into the machine.


4. specifications

RS-100 Measurements

Front panel: Anodized Aluminium

Body: Powder coated Aluminium

Total weight: 40 KG

Figure 2 Device overview

165 mm 18

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m 165 mm

435 mm

435 mm

35 mm


RS-100 Specifications

4. specifications

INPUT XLRAnalog

RCAAnalog

Available 1 1

Sensitivity 0,7 VRMS 1,4 VRMS

Impedance 100KΩ 100KΩ

Slew rate 35V/ μs 35V/ μs

POWER CONSUMPTIONStandby 3WRMS

Class AB 90WRMS

DIMENSIONS

Hight 195 mm

With 435 mm

Depth 435 mm

Weight ~42Kg

OUTPUT SpeakerRight

SpeakerLeft

Available 1 1

Impedance 75 kΩ 75 kΩ

Power WRMS (8/4 ohm) 300/600 300/600

Frequency response +800kHz +800kHz

Signal to noise ratio > 100dB > 100dB

THD + noise > 0,01% > 0,01%

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5. appendix

Connecting devices 1

The RL-101 is connected to an RS-100 and to a Home Theater. The RS-100 is powering the speakers. The Media Center is connected to an input with a fixed volume. This means that the volume control of the RL-101 is disabled on this input and the volume is controlled by the Home theater.

Units

RL-101RS-100RCD-010RP-100

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Surround

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Connecting devices 2

The Media Center is connected to the RCD-100.The RCD-100 is used as a DAC. The RI-100 is powering the hi- and mid-tones. The RS-100 is connected to the PRE-OUT of the RI-100. The RS-100 is powering the bass

Units

Speakers (Hi-Mid)Speakers (Low)RI-100RS-100RP-101RCD-100Media CenterTurntableHeadphones

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WarrantyWarranty Statement (modified to fit Vitus Audio)

1. TERMS AND CONDITIONS

LIMITED WARRANTYVitus Audio 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 three (3) years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser or no later than five (5) years from the date of shipment to the authorized Vitus Audio cooperating partner, whichever comes first, exceptingany cosmetic damage to chassis parts. (See 6)

2. CONDITIONSThis 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 Vitus Audio or authorized Vitus Audio repair center. The product must be packed in its original box and returned to Vitus Audio or an authorized repair center by the customer at his or her sole expense. Vitus Audio will pay return freight of its choice.

IMPORTANT!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, date of purchase, the name and address of the purchaser and authorized dealer and the price paid by the purchaser. Vitus Audio 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. REMEDYIn 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 Vitus Audio or an authorized Vitus Audio repair center where the defect will be rectified without charge for parts and labor, except chassis parts. (See 6)

4. LIMITED TO ORIGINAL PURCHASERThis 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 WARRANTYThis Warranty expires on the third (3rd) year anniversary of the date of purchase or no later than the fifth (5th) anniversary of the date of shipment to the authorized Vitus Audio cooperating partner, whichever comes first.

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6. CHASSISDamage or cosmetic defects are not warranted.

7. DEMONSTRATION EQUIPMENTEquipment used by an authorized cooperating partner 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 authorized cooperating partner. After the first year, demo equipment needing warranty service must be packed in its original box and returned to Vitus Audio by the cooperating partner at his or hers sole expense. Vitus Audio will pay return freight of its choice. A returned product must be accompanied by a written description of the defect on a VITUS AUDIO RETURNED GOODS AUTHORIZATION form. Dealer-owned demonstration equipment sold at retail within three (3) years of date from 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 three (3) Year Limited Warranty remaining (as measured from the date of shipment of the equipment to the Vitus Audio partner. 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 in its original box, and returned to Vitus Audio or an authorized Vitus Audio repair center by the customer at his or her sole expense. Vitus Audio will pay return freight of its choice.

8. MISCELLANEOUSAny 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 countries do not allow limitation 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 country to country.

9. WARRANTORInquiries regarding the above Limited Warranty may be sent to the followingaddress:

AVA Group A/SSandgaardsvej 31, BirkDK7400 HerningDenmarkAtt.: Customer Service

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10. WARRENTY OUTSIDE DANMARKVitus Audio has authorized distribution in many countries in the world. In each country, the authorized importing retailer or distributor has accepted the responsibility for warranty of products sold by that retailer or distributor. Warranty service should normally be obtained from the importing retailer or distributor from whom purchased your product. In the unlikely event of service required beyond the capabilities of the importer, Vitus Audio will fulfill the conditions of the warranty. Such products must be returned at the owner’s expense to the Vitus Audio factory, together with a photocopy of the bill of sale for that product, a detailed description of the problem, and any other information necessary return shipment. In many cases the retailer your purchased the product from, will handle this for you.

11. FURTHER INFORMATION Should you have any further questions related to our warranty – please contact us at the following email: [email protected]

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Handcrafted in Denmark

v i t u s a u d i o

AVA Group A/S (Vitus Audio), Sandgaardsvej 31, DK-7400 Herning, Denmark, Phone: +45 9626 8046, Fax: +45 9626 8045

e-mail: [email protected], web site: www.vitusaudio.com

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RS-100 - Vitus Audio Manual.pdf · RS-100 | Version 1 5 from the creator Foreword First of all, thank you for choosing the Vitus Audio RS-100 power amplifier, we are sure you will