Pro-Ject Audio Systems BOX-DESIGN Stereo Box DS2 Manuel utilisateur
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Pro-Ject Stereo Box DS2
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Dear music lover,
Thank you for purchasing an integrated amplifier from Pro-Ject Audio Systems.
In order to achieve maximum performance and reliability you should study these instructions for use carefully.
Warning of a hazard for the user, the unit or possible misuse
Important notice
Safety instructions
AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. Before connecting to the mains, make sure that the
voltage in your area meets the voltage requirements printed on the power supply.
The power supply is used to connect/disconnect the unit from the mains. Make sure that the power supply
is easily accessible at all times. Never handle the device, the power supply while your hands are wet or
damp. Avoid letting liquids enter the device or the power supply. Never place any item containing
liquid, such as a flower vase on or near the device. Never spill any liquid on the device or the power
supply. Never place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles on or near the device. The product
shall not be used in damp or wet locations, next to a bathtub, sink, swimming pool or any other similar
conditions.
Connectors
1. Make all connections except the connection to the headphone and USB whilst the unit is
disconnected from the mains.
2. Never connect or disconnect the power supply to or from the unit whilst the power supply is connected
to the mains. Never use any other power supply than the supplied one, with the exception of dedicated
Power Boxes which can replace original power supplies.
3. Take care to connect the left and right channels of RCA inputs correctly. The right channel is usually
marked red, the left channel black or white.
4. Speaker connections for the left speaker are located on the right hand side of rear view above,
connections to right speaker are located on the left side. Speaker connectors marked red represent +
according indicators on speaker terminal.
Mains power connection and methods to switch the unit on and off
Connect the low voltage plug from the power supply to the Power 36V DC socket of the unit before
connecting the power supply to the mains. Stereo Box DS2 can be switched on and off by using 2 different
methods which are equal in priorities.
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1. Using front pushbutton to switch on or into standby
The pushbutton on the front panel of the unit alternately turns the power on or returns it to standby mode. The
blue LED on the front panel shows that the unit is powered on. If a trigger signal is present Stereo Box DS2
can’t be switched off by the pushbutton.
2. Remote power on - triggers
Stereo Box DS2 can be switched on via other Box Design components when a 12V trigger voltage is present
at the 2.5mm socket marked Trigger Input. Special power-on cables (polarity ) in diverse lengths are
available as accessories. The remote power-on signal can be relayed to further units via the Trigger Output
socket. When the 12V trigger signal is switched off, Stereo Box DS2 will also switch off.
Trigger cables may only be plugged into the sockets when the amplifier is disconnected from the power
supply and from the mains. Failure to do so may result in damage of the unit.
Line output
A power amplifier or active loudspeakers can be connected to the output sockets marked Var Output.
Record output, connecting a headphone amplifier
Fix Output connects an analogue record device or a Pro-Ject Head Box headphone amplifier.
Connection to the speakers
The output terminals accept loudspeaker cables terminated with 4mm Banana plugs, spades connectors or
naked wire.
Phono input
Connect the tonearm signal lead to the Phono input of the amplifier. The MM/MC switch on the back panel
allows to adapt to connected cartridge type. The earthing wire may be connected to the screw terminal if you
encounter hum problems when using the turntable.
Line inputs
Line level sources such as CD player, radio or TV can be connected to the input sockets marked In2, In3 or
In4.
Remote control
turns the unit on or back into standby
and adjust the sound volume
- and select the inputs
Blank button confirms Bluetooth pairing
Activate/deactivate mute
+
1
ON/OFF
0
VOL
0+
VOL
1
0
CH
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Front panel controls
Input selector
After the unit is powered on, pressing the buttons◄ and ►next to the LEDs inputs indicators select desired
input.
Volume
Adjust the volume to the desired level, using the large knob on the front panel.
Connecting a headphone
Connect the headphones to the ¼“ (6,3mm ) jack socket on the front of the unit. Once headphone jack is
connected into the socket, rear panel outputs are muted.
+6dB button
gain of the preamplifier for all inputs is increased by 6dB if pressed
Bluetooth connection
Make sure the antenna is attached to its connector In5 BT on the back panel prior using Bluetooth. If the Pair
LED is on, active audio connection with Bluetooth device is established.
Pairing with Android devices
Open Settings and tap on Bluetooth. Turn on Bluetooth and tap on Scan. Searched devices will show up.
Tap on Stereo Box DS2 and confirm presented pairing code on your Android device. Then press Pair button
on MaiA DS (alternatively Blank button on remote control) when the blue Pair LED starts blinking. When
paired with Stereo Box DS2, your Android device will show "Connected to media Audio". Now you can play
music from your Android device over Bluetooth to Stereo Box DS2.
Older devices may request a pairing code. Enter "0000" and confirm. No more confirmation on
Stereo Box DS2 is then needed.
Bluetooth pairing with Apple devices
Tap on Settings, tap on Bluetooth, turn on Bluetooth. Your device will automatically start searching for
available devices. Tap on Stereo Box DS2 and confirm by pressing Pair button on Stereo Box DS2
(alternatively Blank button on remote control) when the blue Pair LED of is blinking.
A new connection is only possible if the Pair LED is off (it indicates that no device is connected).
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Replacing batteries
Proceed as follows:
•Unlock and slide open the battery case cover
•Replace the battery.
Make sure the battery is the right way round !
•Close the battery case cover
Battery type: 1 x CR2032 / 3V or 1 x CR2025 / 3V
Do not dispose the batteries as ordinary domestic refuse. Please dispose your exhausted batteries at
the appropriate collection sites - usually located at supermarkets and drugstores.
Technical specifications Pro-Ject Stereo Box DS2
Power Output @ THD+N=1%: 2 x 135W/4 ohms and 2 x 80W/8 ohms
Channel separation: > 65dB at 10kHz
Noise floor: > -85dB (20Hz –20kHz)
THD+N: < 0,03% @ 3W
Gain: 32 dB (measured via line level input),
Frequency response: 20Hz - 25kHz (max. deviation -0,1dB +0,2dB)
Headphone amp
Power Output @ THD+N=1%: 200mW (into 300ohms)
Signal to noise ratio -110dB
THD +N < 0,05%
Gain 11dB
Crosstalk 65dB
Frequency response 20Hz - 80kHz (+- 0,2dB)
Line level inputs: 3 pairs RCA cinch connectors
Line input sensitivity: 320mV(78W/8 Ohms)
Line input sensitivity + 6 dB: 160mV (78W/8 Ohms)
Line input impedance: 50kohms
Phono input: 1 pair RCA
Phono input sensitivity: suitable for MM, MI and MC cartridges
Phono input impedance: MM 47k ohms / MC 100 ohms
Phono input gain: MM 42 dB/ MC 58 dB
Variable line level output: 1 pair RCA
Bluetooth range: 10 meters in direct visibility between source and receiver
Trigger input: 12V on/off detector
Tigger output: 12V
Outboard power supply: 36V/5,5A DC, suitable for your country's mains supply
Replacement battery remote control: 1 x CR2032 / 3V or 1 x CR2025 / 3V
Dimension (W x D x H): 206 x 240 x 71 aluminium;
240 x 240 x 72 wood
Weight (without power supply): 1 770 g aluminium,
2 000 g wood
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Service
Should you encounter a problem which you are not able to alleviate or identify, please contact your dealer for
further advice. Only if the problem cannot be resolved there, the unit should be sent to the responsible
distributor in your country.
Warranty
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused by not adhering to these instructions
for use. Modification or changes to any part of the product by unauthorized persons release the
manufacturer from any liability over and above the lawful rights of the customer.
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Pro-Ject Audio Systems is a registered Trademark of
H. Lichtenegger.
This guide was produced by: Pro-Ject Audio Systems
Copyright ©2019. All rights reserved.
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changes to the technical specification without prior
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