Hegel Rost User manual

Röst User Manual

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A word from Bent 5
What’s in the box 6
Quickstart 7
General Use 10
Connections 11
Network Configuration 12
Using AirPlay 13
Remote Control 15
Special Functions 16
General Information 18
Additional Information 19
Index


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Congratulations, on your new Hegel Röst.
All Hegel products are based on a simple
philosophy: Add as little as possible. Keep
the music signal as close to the original as
possible. We always chase lower distortion
and lower noise. The music is reproduced
as close to the original as possible and is
limited only by the quality of the record-
ing. Our aim is to give you the best pos-
sible music experience. Our minimalistic
Scandinavian design is styled to fit in with
any interior. The products shall be easy to
operate and manufactured according to
the best quality principles.
“Röst has to be the best looking amplifier
we’ve created so far. The beautiful new
white color and gorgeous new high end
display, makes it a big step up in Hegel
design. We kept the wave aluminum front,
but updated the color and finish. With all
the newest Hegel technology, such as our
AirPlay integration, IP control and new
Soundengine making it not only look good,
but sound excellent. Don’t let it’s small size
fool you, this little amp packs a punch.
With a damping factor of 2000 it has
excellent bass control, making 2*75watts
control big speakers without a hitch.”
Bent Holter
Founder Hegel Music System

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Amplifier
Accessory Box
Power Cord
User Manual
Remote
Control
What’s In The Box

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Quickstart
1. Connect your speakers
For the best audio experience the distance
between the listener and each speaker should
be the same.

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Quickstart
2. Connect a source
Unbalanced Analog
Balanced Analog
Coaxial Digital
USB Computer
Network streaming
Optical Digital

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Quickstart
3. Connect the power cord
4. Turn on the amplifier
Power Switch

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On/Off
The Röst amplifier is switched on and off
with the power button, located on the un-
derside of the amplifier, towards the front of
the unit. When powered up, the Röst takes
a few seconds to calibrate. During this time,
the outputs are muted.
NOTE: When powered up, the outputs are
muted and the right hand part of the display
flashes for a few seconds, indicating mute.
This is normal, and is part of the start-up
procedure.
NOTE: When the Röst has been switched off,
wait 30 seconds before powering on again.
Display
The left side of the display shows the se-
lected source input, while the volume value
is shown on the right side of the display. A
flashing volume value indicates the amplifier
is in mute mode.
Headphone Output
Connect the 6.3mm headphone jack to
the front of the Röst. This activates the
headphone volume control and mutes the
speaker outputs.
NOTE: Variable Line Output is still active.
Source Selector
The input source selector knob is on the left
side of the front panel.
Volume
The volume control knob is on the right
side of the front panel. The volume level is
indicated by a number between 0 and 99 on
the right side of the display, with 0 being the
mute level and 99 being max volume. The
Röst powers up with a preset volume value.
The volume level is adjusted by turning the
volume knob clockwise or counter clockwise,
or by using the Hegel remote control.
Mute
Pressing the mute button on the Hegel
remote control mutes the outputs on the
amplifier. The volume number flashes to
indicate that mute is on. Press the mute
button, or adjust the volume level, to switch
mute off.
Status Indicators
The Hegel Röst will display the product status.
If it is connected to a network
If there is a network problem
General Use

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Always power the amplifier off before con-
necting input/output audio cables and the
power cable.
Speakers
• Right outputs
• Left outputs
Line Outputs
• Variable Line Level (RCA)
Analog Inputs
• Balanced (XLR): Standard balanced
analog input (Pin 1 is Chassis Ground;
Pin 2 is Positive Phase; Pin 3 is Negative
Phase)
• An1(RCA): Standard analog input
• An2(RCA): Standard analog input
If you want to connect Röst to a Home
Theater, see page 16
AC Power Connection
• AC Power connector with fuse holder:
230V/115V/100V AC depending on
country.
Digital Connections
• Coax1: Input Coaxial/RCA
• Optical1: Input TOSLINK/EIAJ Optical
• Optical2: Input TOSLINK/EIAJ Optical
• Optical3: Input TOSLINK/EIAJ Optical
• Computer USB input
• Home network connection (LAN - RJ45)
Connections
Unbalanced Inputs Balanced Inputs
An2 Right Left
An1
Left
Right
Line Output
Variable
Speakers Left
Right
Digital Inputs
Optical2 USBOptical3Coax1 Optical1 Network
Amplifier circuit protected by Hegel US Patent No 6.275.104 Röst Integrated Amplifier,
Hegel, Oslo, Norway

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Use the Network Configuration page to
change the name, the IP settings and up-
date the firmware.
PC: Open the Network Settings, under
Media devices the Hegel Röst will appear.
If the Hegel Röst does not appear, make
sure the network is setup to hand out IP
addresses automatically. When you click on
the Hegel Röst, the Network Configuration
page opens.
MAC: Open the Safari browser. Under book-
marks, you will find the Bonjour tab, and
here the Hegel Röst will appear.
If you can’t find the Bonjour tab, select on
(Preferences -> Advanced -> Bonjour) in the
Bookmarks Menu.
Playing Files on a Network Device
The Hegel Röst can function as a DLNA
Digital Media Renderer. This means that
it can receive and play media files from a
UPnP/DLNA compatible media player.
For details on how to set up your media
player, please refer to the user manual sup-
plied with the player.
The Hegel Röst supports the following for-
mats from a UPnP/DLNA compatible player:
PCM (WAV/AIFF), FLAC, Ogg and MP3.
For more tips and tricks about how to use
the Röst with a NAS drive, DLNA players
and other software solutions, go to
www.hegel.com/products/integrated/Röst.
Network Configuration

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Use AirPlay on the Hegel Röst to send the
music stream from your AirPlay compatible
device to the amplifier. First, connect the
Hegel Röst to the local network using an
Ethernet cable from the local network (LAN
- RJ45) on the back of the amplifier to your
router.
Make sure the Hegel Röst is connected to
your network.
When connected, the unit sets up to DHCP,
and automatically receives an IP-address
and integrates in your home network. All
AirPlay compatible devices will now detect
the Hegel Röst in their list of AirPlay speak-
ers. It will be displayed as “Röst”, followed
by a unique number.
To activate the AirPlay function on your AirPlay
compatible device, first make sure the
device is connected to the same network
as the Hegel Röst. For details on this please
check the device manual. Select the AirPlay
icon, then select the Röst. You are now
ready to send the music stream to your
amplifier.
Using AirPlay
Playing from iTunes on your Hegel Röst:
Install iTunes 11, or later, on your Mac or
Windows computer. Launch iTunes, press
the AirPlay Logo, and select the Röst. To
play to more than one speaker, select the
AirPlay logo, then ”multiple”and select, the
speakers that you want to listen to. The
volume on each individual speaker can be
adjusted.
WARNING: After selecting the Röst as the
output, always remember to check the
iTunes volume-setting before pressing
play. The Röst will change its volume to the
volume set in iTunes, when iTunes starts
playing to the Röst.
Unbalanced Inputs Balanced Inputs
An2 Right Left
An1
Left
Right
Line Output
Variable
Speakers Left
Right
Digital Inputs
Optical2 USBOptical3Coax1 Optical1 Network
Amplifier circuit protected by Hegel US Patent No 6.275.104
Röst Integrated Amplifier,
Hegel, Oslo, Norway


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The Hegel Röst can be controlled with the
included Hegel RC8 Remote Control. The
RC8 controls other Hegel products, such
as amplifiers and preamplifiers, and most
Media players on your Mac/PC, avoiding the
need for multiple remote control device
The remote control uses two standard 1.5-
volt LR03 AAA batteries. To insert the bat-
teries, use a crosshead (Phillips) screwdriver
to gently remove the four screws on the
underside of the remote control.
Insert the batteries with the correct polarity
with + sign and – sign, as shown inside the
battery holder. Be careful when inserting the
batteries to not damage the battery holder.
Replace the cover. Insert the screws by gen-
tly turning them by hand, to avoid damaging
the threads in the remote control chassis.
Do not tighten the screws too much, as this
can damage the screws and the soft metal
chassis of the remote control.
Caution: Do not drop the remote control
on the floor, as this can damage its internal
parts and the battery holder.
To avoid damage to the remote control by
leakage from the batteries during transport
and storage, the remote control is supplied
without batteries from Hegel.
Remote Control - RC8
Remote control buttons (starting top left)
1. Skip to previous track on most computers/media players
2. Play/Pause on most computers/media players
3. Skip to next track on most computers/media players
4. Input source selector button for Hegel DACs
5. ECO will put certain Hegel equipment in low power mode
6. Display on/off (hold for off)
7. Skip to previous track on Hegel CD-players
8. Play/Pause for Hegel CD-players
9. Skip to next track on Hegel CD-players
10. Switches up to next input on your Hegel amplifier
11. Stop/Eject for Hegel CD-players
12. Volume up for Hegel amplifiers
13. Switches down to previous input on your Hegel amplifier
14. Mute for Hegel amplifiers
15. Volume down for Hegel amplifiers

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Display On/Off
The DISP button on the RC8 remote control
may be used to turn the display of the Röst
on or off. Hold the DISP button for more
than 1 second to turn the display off.
Press the button turn the display on.
Home Theater or Standard Analog Input
The Analog2 can be changed into a Home
Theater input. This will set the Volume at a
fixed high volume level. Use the RC8 remote
to change the settings. Hold computer play
until the setup menu appears. Use comput-
er prev/next to navigate to “Home Theater”
and press computer play. Now you can
chose between Analog 2 or Home Theater.
Then press computer play to confirm. Now
don’t press anything for 15sec, and the Röst
will return to normal mode.
WARNING: Activating Home Theater sets
the volume at a high fixed level. This may
harm your speakers if a fixed level input is
connected.
Set Power Up-Volume
A user defined volume value may be used as
the power-up volume. The current volume is
set as the power-up volume by pressing and
holding the DAC+ button while pressing Vol-
on the RC8 remote control.
Max Volume
A user defined volume value may be used as
the max volume.
The current volume is set as the max volume
by pressing and holding the DAC+ button
while pressing Vol+ on the RC8 remote
control. To reset, put to max voulme, press
and holding the DAC+ button while pressing
Vol+ on the RC8 remote control.
Special Functions

Special Functions
Reset to Factory Default Settings
By pressing and holding the DAC+ button
while pressing Mute on the RC8, the Röst
will be reset to factory settings. This will
clear all user defined settings, including IP
settings, and reinitialize Röst.
Using the USB Connection:
When you connect Röst to a computer with
a USB cable (not included), the Röst will au-
tomatically install itself as a USB soundcard
on all newer versions of Windows and MAC
OS X, and most newer versions of Linux.
When your computer is connected with
the USB-cable you may use the supplied
remote control to skip/play/pause in most
media players.
The first time you connect your computer to
Röst: Connect the computer to the internet
and close all media players, such as iTunes
or Windows Media Player.
Troubleshooting with MAC:
Röst connected but no sound out of the
speakers: Go to System Preferences –
Sound – Output and select “TE7022 Audio
w/ SPDIF” as the Output Device.
24 bit Audio:
Röst can receive 24-bit music files through
the USB interface. Sending 24-bit audio sig-
nals, from your computer, may require some
set-up in your media player. Setup varies
depending on the operating system and the
media player. Consult the FAQ section of the
media player for details.
CD-quality and lower resolution files:
No additional set-up is needed.

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Transport and Shipment
When packing the amplifier for shipping,
follow these instructions to avoid damaging
the unit:
Insert the amplifier into the plastic bag.
Ensure the plastic bag does not press tightly
on the knobs as this may
damage them during transportation.
Place the amplifier into the shock absorb-
ers. Place the amplifier with absorbers into
the original cardboard box.
Cleaning
Fingerprints or stains on the front panel
or top cover can be removed with a cloth
moistened with warm water or a mild
detergent suitable for cleaning mirrors and
windows.
Technical Specifications
Röst Integrated Amplifier
Power output 2*75W in 8 Ohms
Minimum load 2 ohms
Analog Inputs 1*balanced (XLR),
2*unbalanced (RCA),
Digital Inputs 1*coaxial S/PDIF,
3*optical S/PDIF,
1*USB,
1*Network
Line level Output 1*unbalanced variable(RCA)
Frequency response 5Hz-100kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio More than 100dB
Crosstalk Less than -100dB
Distortion Less than 0.01% @
50W 8 Ohms 1kHz
Intermodulation Less than 0.01%
(19kHz + 20kHz)
Damping factor More than 2000
(main power output stage)
Dimensions 8cm x 43cm x 31cm
(HxWxD)
12kg shipment weight.
3.15” x 16.93” x 12.20”
(HxWxD)
26.46lbs shipment weight.
General Information

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Warning
Hegel products should only be opened
or serviced by certified technicians. The
devices contain electronic components
that may cause severe electric shock. Work
performed on Hegel products by unquali-
fied personnel may cause serious damage
or personal injury.
The products must not be exposed to rain
or moisture.
Warranty
All Hegel products come with a 2-year
warranty against defective materials and
workmanship.
Opening of the product by non-authorized
personnel voids the warranty.
In case you need any assistance with your
Hegel product, please find your nearest
dealer or distributor by looking at the Hegel
web site \www.hegel.com. If you experi-
ence any problems locating your dealer or
distributor, please contact info@hegel.com
More Information
For more information, please visit
www.hegel.com/products/integrated/rost
Use and Placement
The Hegel Röst should be placed on a flat,
hard surface for proper cooling. A certain
space is required for air circulation above
and below the amplifier. The Amplifier must
never be placed on a carpet or similar sur-
face that obstructs air circulation through the
unit. Nor should it be covered while in use or
placed on a narrow shelf or other confined
space.
The Amplifier needs some break-in time
before maximum sound quality can be
experienced.
Never lift the amplifier by holding around the
volume knob or input selector knob. Röst is
heavy, and applying pressure may damage
the knobs.
The amplifier will automatically switch itself
off if overheated.
The amplifier will need some break-in time
before maximum sound quality can be
experienced.
AirPlay works with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch with iOS
4.3.3 or later, Mac with OS X Mountain Lion or later, and
PC with iTunes 10.2.2 or later.
“Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad”
mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to
connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respec-
tively, and has been certified by the developer to meet
Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible
for the operation of this device or its compliance with
safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use
of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect
wireless performance.
AirPlay, iPad, iPhone, iPod and iPod touch are trade-
marks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries. In Japan, the trademark “iPhone” is used
with a license from Aiphone K.K.
Additional Information

www.hegel.com
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