SA1 MK2 Stereo Amplifier With Bluetooth
Product Information
Specifications
- Model: Argon Audio SA1 MK2
- Power Output: [Insert power output]
- Inputs: Bluetooth, Phono, AUX, Optical, HDMI ARC
- Features: Auto Sense (APU), Auto Standby (APD)
Product Usage Instructions
1. Contents of the Box
The box contains the following items:
- ARGON AUDIO SA1 MK2
- Quick Start Guide
- Power Cable
- Remote Control with Batteries
It is recommended to keep the original box and packing material
for future transportation.
2. Usage, Controls and Connections
2.1 Overview of the Front
Front panel features include Power ON/OFF button, Remote Eye
Sensor, Input Indicator, and Volume Control and Selector.
2.2 Overview of the Back (Inputs & Connections)
Back panel features Ground (GND) connection, USB port, HDMI ARC,
Optical Input, Phono (MM), Line-in, and Pre-out connections.
3. Quick Start
- Connect the Power cord into an electric outlet and into the
back of the Amplifier. - Connect your speakers to the Amplifier using speaker
cable. - Connect your source player (TV, tablet, laptop, mobile phone,
CD player) to an input on the amplifier. - Utilize the pre-out to connect an active subwoofer or a power
amplifier.
4. Special Functions and Features
The SA1 MK2 offers Auto Sense (APU) and Auto Standby (APD)
features for user convenience.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How do I disable the Auto Sense feature?
A: To disable Auto Sense, press and hold the Power button on the
remote for 5 seconds. The LED indicators will light up for 2
seconds, indicating that the APU function is disabled.
Q: What is the timeout for Auto Standby?
A: The SA1 MK2 will automatically go into standby after 15
minutes if no music is playing. The timeout for Bluetooth
connection loss with Bluetooth devices is also 15 minutes.
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1. Contents of the Box
ARGON AUDIO SA1 MK2 Quick Start Guide Power Cable Remote Control with Batteries We recommend that you keep the original box and packing material for future transportation.
2. Usage, Controls and Connections 2.1 Overview of the Front
1. Power ON/OFF Press to power ON, press to power OFF.
2. Remote Eye Sensor 3. Input Indicator 4. Volume Control and Selector
Turn left or right for volume +/-, press the volume button for input selection. LED Input 1. Bluetooth
2. Phono 3. AUX 4. Optical 5. HDMI ARC
2.2 Overview of the Back (Inputs & Connections)
1. Ground (GND) Connection for turntable grounding.
2. USB Connect power to an external device, or update firmware
3. HDMI ARC For TV sound from any TV that supports HDMI ARC (2.0 PCM only)
4. Optical Input Digital input, connect an audio product to this input.
5. Phono (MM) for Turntable only
Connect a turntable, remember to connect “Ground” ( ) as well.
6. Line-in for Analogue Sources (AUX) Connect any analogue audio source with a pair of RCA cables.
7. Pre-out for Power-amplifier or Subwoofer Connect to an external power amplifier or subwoofer to this output.
8. Speaker Right Unscrew the plug to connect the un-isolated speaker cable or use a banana plug. Ensure that the positive (+) and negative () terminals are correctly matched between the SA1 MK2 and your loudspeakers: connect to and + to +.
9. Speaker Left Unscrew the plug to connect the un-isolated speaker cable or use a banana plug. Ensure that the positive (+) and negative () terminals are correctly matched between the SA1 MK2 and your loudspeakers: connect to and + to +.
10. Power Insert the power cable that comes with the SA1 MK2, and connect to an electric outlet.
2.3 Remote Control Overview (Functions)
1. Power ON/OFF Press to turn power on or off.
2. Input Selector Press to choose your desired input source.
3. Change track/Bluetooth Pairing “<” Skip track backwards (in Bluetooth Mode) “PAIRING” Press to pair a new Bluetooth device.
“>” Skip track forward (in Bluetooth Mode) 4. Volume up/down Press to adjust the volume up or down. 5. Mute or unmute the sound Press to mute or unmute the sound.
3. Quick Start
1. Connect the Power cord into an electric outlet and into the back of the Amplifier. 2. Connect your speakers to the Amplifier using speaker cable. 3. Connect your source player (TV, tablet, laptop, mobile phone, CD player) to an input on the
amplifier, using the input connection that fits your source device. 4. The SA1 MK2 has a pre-out, enabling you to connect an active subwoofer or a power amplifier.
4. Special Functions and Features
1. Auto Sense (APU – Auto Power Up) When in standby mode, SA1 MK2 will by default start up automatically once you start playing music from your source. (notice, there is No Auto sense on Phono/Turntable input).
Bluetooth will auto-connect to already paired devices.
You can turn the Auto sense OFF if you wish. Press and hold the Power button on the remote for 5 sec. All LED indicators will light up for 2 seconds, and the SA1 MK2’s APU is now disabled. When SA1 MK2 is powered on again it works normally again with the APU function.
If you do not want auto sense on the inputs at any time, you should always power the amplifier off manually with the remote (and hold the power button for 5 seconds when doing so).
2. Auto Standby (APD – Auto Power Down) The SA1 MK2 will automatically go into standby after 15 minutes if no music is playing.
The timeout for Bluetooth connection loss with Bluetooth devices is also 15 minutes.
3. Unpair Bluetooth Devices Press and hold the pairing button for 5 sec the light will flash and unpair.
5. Specifications
Technology
Class D
Power: Watt
4 Ohm 2 x 100 watt 8 Ohm 2 x 50 Watt
Frequency range
3-60.000 Hz
THD (20-20.000 Hz)
<0,03%
Energy usage in standby <0,5 watt
Dimensions (WxHxD)
22,0 x 6,3 x 25,2 cm
Weight
2,2 kg
Weight packaging
2.9 kg
Inputs: 1 HDMI ARC 1 x Optical digital L/R analogue stereo-in (RCA) Turntable MM input Wireless Bluetooth aptX HD
Outputs: Pre out for external power amplifier/Subwoofer
Features: Bluetooth-function with Qualcomm aptX HD Audio for optimal BT sound quality 32-bit ESS Sable DAC full balanced mode Full balanced signal path from DAC to speaker connections Separate power supplies for analogue and digital (6 power supplies in total)) Supports up to 24-bit/192kHz on optical inputs Auto power on/off on inputs incl. Bluetooth, but excluded turntable input
Gold plated connections Electronic protection against power overload and short circuit
Colors
Black
White
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