JDS Labs EL AMP II User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | AMPLIFIERS
EL AMP II
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SECTION 1
QUICK SETUP
STEP 01
Connect AC power adapter to rear power jack
(16VAC), then connect to wall outlet
STEP 02
Connect a cable from your audio player to the
RCA Input jacks
SECTION 2
CONFIGURATION
Connectivity
EL AMP II accepts analog input via RCA jacks.
Maximum RCA Analog Input Level (High Gain): 2.2 VRMS (+9 dBu)
Maximum RCA Analog Input Level (Low Gain): 9.9 VRMS (+22 dBu)
STEP 03
Connect headphones to the front
headphone output jack
STEP 04
Press the power button on the rear side of the
amplier. Keep volume low until music is
playing
STEP 05
Slowly raise the volume knob to an
appropriate listening level. See listening tips on
page 5
Setting Gain
Press the gain button to toggle between low or high gain amplication. Always use the lowest
gain necessary.
Switch to high gain only when you’re unable to achieve desired listening volume at low gain.
Source Safety
EL Amp II is DC coupled for maximum signal quality and requires an input source with < 4.5mV
of DC oset for safe operation. All JDS Labs DACs and consumer audio sources are safe to use.
If you experience warm headphones, a loud pop when changing gain, or severe rustling sounds
while adjusting volume, immediately power o and contact the manufacturer of your audio
source to ensure DC oset is below 4mV.

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HEADPHONE OUTPUT MODE
RCA OUTPUT MODE
EL Amp II can amplify headphones to
dangerously loud audio. Listen safely to
conserve your hearing:
www.hearingloss.org
EL AMP II uses a high current power supply
and runs warm to the touch. Avoid
covering the top and sides.
EL AMP II can be safely powered on 24/7.
For maximum relay lifespan, cycle power at
least once per month.
Do not lift the amplier by knob, or turn
knob beyond its limits.
Use gentle force when inserting or
removing cables.
To ensure an optimal noise oor,
always position headphone ampliers as
far away as possible from wireless devices.
Preamp-Output Functionality
EL Amp II provides headphone output and RCA Preamp Outputs. Hold the Power/Mode button
for at least 1 second to toggle between these modes. Only one mode is active at a time. Volume
is adjustable in either mode.
Listening Tips
Operating Care
USB
INPUT DAC
HEADPHONE
AMPLIFIER
AUDIO TO
HEADPHONES
RCA JACKS
(LINE-OUTPUT)
SPEAKERS
MUTE
USB
INPUT DAC
HEADPHONE
AMPLIFIER
HEADPHONES
MUTE
RCA JACKS
(LINE-OUTPUT)
AUDIO TO
SPEAKERS

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Troubleshooting
Amplier does not turn on
Cause: Missing or loose power adapter connection.
Solution: Firmly connect AC adapter to 16VAC power jack.
Internal LED ashes, then turns o
Cause: Wrong power adapter detected.
Solution: Please see Power Adapters section below.
No sound in one channel
Cause: Bad cable, or incorrect computer settings.
Solution: Check balance settings; try another headphone or RCA cable. Some Mac OS X systems
will pan audio to the Left channel upon initial connection of a DAC. User must restore balance
to center.
Power Adapters
ATTENTION: Incorrect power adapters can result in capacitor
explosion hazards and device damage. Only use the power adapter
included with your Element:
Type: AC-to-AC Transformer Output Voltage: 16 VAC
Current: Minimum 1000mA Connector: 2.1x55.mm (ID x OD)
No sound from headphones
Cause: Wrong mode, or incorrect connectivity, or incorrect setup
Solution: Please see Connectivity page to toggle between Headphone or RCA Output. Check
cabling.
Application for Council Directives 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC, 2002/95/
EC.Conformity declared for EN55022:2011, EN611000-3-2, EN61000-3-
3, EN55024-2
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.