Constellation Taurus Panduan Pemilik - Halaman 5

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Speakers

The Taurus produces sufficient voltage and current to drive practically any loudspeaker made, regardless of the

speaker's impedance, sensitivity or power rating. However, the Taurus Stereo and, especially, the Taurus Mono

have enough power to damage some loudspeakers if used carelessly. When you turn up the volume on your pre-

amp, do it gradually. If you hear distortion, crackling noises, or mechanical thumps from the speaker, turn the vol-

ume down immediately. You can best appreciate the Taurus's performance by connecting it to a full-range

loudspeakers. It will sound excellent with small speakers, too, but if you use small speakers, avoid turning the vol-

ume to maximum. Constellation Audio is not responsible for damage of any speaker connected to the Taurus.

Before you make or change any speaker connections, be sure to turn off the master power switch on the back panel

and let the unit cool down for at least 1 minute.

BE VERY CAUTIOUS if you intend to connect the output of the Taurus to the speaker-level input of a powered

subwoofer or subwoofer amplifier. It could result in serious damage to the Taurus amplifier. Before attempting

this, read the full explanation on page 6.

In the event of malfunction

Do not under any circumstances open the cabinet of the amplifier. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

Opening the cabinet can present a shock hazard even if the AC power is disconnected. Any alteration or modifica-

tion of the amplifier's internal parts or circuit will immediately void your warranty. If your amplifier does not

function correctly, refer to the Troubleshooting section at the end of this manual. If you are still unable to resolve

the problem, contact your Constellation Audio dealer. If any liquid is spilled on the amp, or if any metal object

(such as a staple or a paper clip) is inadvertently forced in through the vents, immediately disconnect the AC pow-

er and contact your Constellation Audio dealer.

1. BAL input

Use this XLR balanced input for connection to balanced-output preamps

of other brands. To select this input, set the input switch to BAL (upper

position). To remove the XLR plug, push on the tab above the jack and

pull the plug out.

2. Direct input

Use this XLR balanced input only with the Constellation Audio Pictor,

Virgo, Altair or Inspiration Preamp 1.0 preamps. This connection forms

Constellation Direct—an interface that is precisely balanced, and which

bypasses the Taurus's input stage. To select this input, set the input switch

to Direct (middle position). To remove the XLR plug, push on the tab

Taurus Mono inputs

above the jack and pull the plug out.

3. RCA input

This input is provided as a convenience.

Use it if you elect to feed the amplifier

with an unbalanced signal source. To

select this input, set the input switch to

RCA (lower position). However, to get

the best performance from the Taurus

you must use an XLR input.

Taurus Stereo inputs