Advantage I-200 User manual

I-200
integrated power amplifier
users and maintenance guide

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TO PREVENT FIRE OR
SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
DO NOT OPEN THE UNIT’S CASE.
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE.
REFER ALL SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO
ALERT YOU TO THE PRESENCE
OF UNINSULATED, DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE WITHIN THE UNIT’S
CASE THAT MAY BE OF
SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO
CONSTITUTE A RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK.
THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO
ALERT YOU TO THE PRESENCE
OF IMPORTANT OPERATING
AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS IN THE
LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING
THIS UNIT.

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Thank you for purchasing the ADVANTAGE I-200
integrated amplifier.
Your I-200 is a state-of-the-art unit, and has been
assembled by highly skilled ADVANTAGE craftsmen to
provide you with many years of listening pleasure.
We encourage you to read this manual carefully, and to
follow the safety and operating instructions within.

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“BURN-IN”
Due to the extremely short signal paths designed and built
into this piece of equipment, a significant “burn-in” period
is required before the unit will reach its maximum sonic
potential.
We recommend the unit be left on (or in standby mode) at
all times, especially during the first 5-6 weeks of operation,
in order to speed the “burn-in” process.

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I-200
integrated power amplifier
users and maintenance guide

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Front Panel…………………………………………………..6
Remote Control…………………………………………..7&8
Rear Panel…………………………………………………..9
Set-Up & Maintenance……………………………………10
Warranty……………………………………………………11

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The front panel of the ADVANTAGE I-200 integrated
amplifier contains only the display window to indicate the
current status of the unit.
All functions and programming features of the I-200 are
accessed through the remote control.

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1.Standby
Switches the unit between operational and
standby modes, and, if other ADVANTAGE products
are connected via the data bus, these will also be
switched into the standby mode.
2 & 3. STEP (+ and -)
To select the current input source to your I-
200, the step buttons are used to switch between the
two balanced and five unbalanced inputs as shown
on the display.
4 & 5. REC (+ and -)
Not used for I-200. Record out has the same
source as main out.
6 & 7. BAL (+ and -)
The BAL(ANCE) controls are used to
increase/decrease the left/right channel output level.
8 & 9. VOL (+ and -)
To set the output volume level the VOL(UME) buttons are used to increase (+) or
decrease (-) the volume level.
10. DIM
The DIM button gives the listener the ability to adjust the display brightness of the I-
200 to match the lighting conditions of the listening room. The lighting intensity can be set to
three different levels or simply shut off by repeatedly pressing the DIM button.
11. DISPLAY
If you wish to get a quick overview of the current settings of your I-200, you can use
the DISPLAY button to step through the unit’s menu system.
12. EDIT
The EDIT button gives the user the ability to change the alias name of each of the
two balanced and five unbalanced inputs. To perform this function, depress the EDIT button
until the first letter of the current inputs alias name begins to flash. To change the flashing
letter, press the VOL+ or VOL-buttons until you find the letter or character you would like to
use. To
move to the next position press the STEP+ (or STEP-to go back). When you are finished
editing the alias name, press EDIT again to store the new name in memory. To abort the
editing process without saving the changes, press the STANDBY button.
13. SURR

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To set the I-200 surround sound mode, press the SURR(OUND) button and select the
input (from the menu) that you have dedicated for the use of your surround sound processor.
14. EXT
Your I-200 remote control may also be used to control other ADVANTAGE products
through the use of the external data communication jacks located on the rear of the unit.
When connected via the data bus, each unit will automatically detect the others presence.
Press EXT(ERNAL DATA BUS) to step through the different units in the data chain and stop
at the one you wish to control; then press the CMD(COMMAND) button.
15. CMD
The CMD(COMMAND) button gives the user access to the different commands and
information available on the selected unit. To change a setting (power amplifier standby, for
example), press the VOL+ or VOL-buttons.
16. MUTE
If you wish to temporarily make the I-200 silent, press the MUTE button (this action
will not change the volume level). To return to listening, simply press the MUTE or VOL+
buttons.
To compensate for varying output levels of source equipment ( CD, DAC, video, etc.), the I-
200 allows the user to chance the input sensitivity of the two balanced and five unbalanced
inputs, so that volume adjustment is not necessary when switching between inputs.
To change he input level, select the input you wish to change, then step through the menu by
pressing DISPLAY until “Input level” is shown in the display window. To adjust input
sensitivity, simply press VOL+ to increase the input level or VOL -to decrease the input level.
When set to the desired level, press DISPLAY again to exit the menu. The new level will now
be stored in memory.
If you do not wish to use this feature, it is best to leave the input levels at their factory preset
level of “0”.
The I-200 is equipped with a memory module which will remember all of the
settings you have edited, allowing automatic access to the same settings
(volume, input selection, alias names, etc.) that you last used before placing
the unit into standby mode.
The I-200 is also equipped with a microprocessor that monitors the status of
the unit for temperature, DC offsets, etc.. If a problem occurs, the I-200 will
automatically enter the “protection mode”. This mode is indicated in the
display as “prot circ” activated. If activation of the protection circuit occurs,
turn the amplifier off by use of the main power switch located on the back
panel. Leave the unit turned off for one half (1/2) hour and then turn it on
again. If the display still shows “protection mode” engaged, bring the amplifier
to your nearest authorized ADVANTAGE service center.

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1. Speaker terminals
2. Tape Out (Recording)
3. Unbalanced Inputs (Lines 1-5)
4. Balanced Inputs
5. Data Buss Connectors
6. Fuse Access Hatch
7. Mains Plug
8. Master On/Off Switch
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2
3
4
5
6
7
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1. The I-200 integrated amplifier functions best when placed on a flat, stable
surface.
2. Never place the I-200 near heat sources such as radiators, stoves,
fireplaces or other heat-producing appliances. Avoid placing the I-200
where it will be subjected to direct sunlight or extremely low temperatures.
3. To clean the unit, use only a soft tissue (Kleenex brand). Never apply
abrasive cleaners to the outer surfaces of the unit.
4. The I-200 integrated amplifier is completely controlled by the remote control
handset. If the unit does not respond to commands from the remote control,
the useful life of the batteries may have expired. To replace the batteries,
open the battery access door on the back of the remote control and replace
the four AAA batteries.
5. For best results, the I-200 should be left on or in the standby mode at all
times. The unit should not be switched off via the master ON/OFF switch
unless the unit will not be being used for a significant period of time (during
vacations, etc.).
6. Make sure that the remote control sensor window on the front of the unit
and the remote control emitter lens are kept clean and dust free.
7. During unpacking and setup, never tip the unit back in a way that puts
pressure on the connectors located on the rear of the unit.
8. In the event of a fuse failure, locate the fuse access hatch under the AC
mains plug. Replace the fuse only with the exact type originally provided
with the I-200.
9. Avoid placing the I-200 near strong electromagnetic fields, such as large
power amplifiers. Placement of the unit near these fields can lead to
problems with hum.

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Contact your authorized ADVANTAGE dealer for details of our warranty
policy. All service on this equipment must be performed by an authorized
ADVANTAGE repair facility.