Argon Audio SA1

User Manual

Introduction

Dear Customer,

Quality has always been our driving force and founding Argon Audio is a natural extension of this philosophy. We have 20 years' experience in creating and specifying high quality products, manufacturing them and selling them on to end users with Value-for-Money as the primary aim. And Argon Audio is a brand fully compliant with these values. Design, and engineering is done in Denmark and manufacturing takes place in the Far East, where quality vendors are highly competitive - and as a result supply outstanding Value-for-Money products. To the delight of both ourselves and our customers!

Congratulations with your SA1, may it bring years of enjoyment.

1.1 Contents of the box:

ARGON AUDIO SA1
Quick Start Guide
Power cable
Remote control w/batteries

We recommend that you keep the original box and packing material for future transportation. We also recommend that you keep this User Manual for future use.

1.2 Safety Instructions

CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use this product near water or moisture. Do not spill liquids on the product. Clean only with a dry cloth.
Place the unit on a solid surface.
Do not put it in a closed bookcase or a cabinet that may keep air from flowing through its ventilation openings.
Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other appliances that produce heat.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs and the point where they exit from the product.
During Lightning storms, unplug the product from the power source or if unused for long periods of time. This will prevent lightning and power-line surge damage to the product.
Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please contact the manufacturer to be referred to an authorized service center near you.
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral power circuits as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Never push any object through the product openings, as this can result in fire, electric shock or damage.
Use proper power sources. Plug the product into a proper power source, as described in the operating instructions or as marked on the product.

[Lightning bolt symbol] If there is a Lightning flash with an arrow head on product, it's intended to alert the User of the presence of un-insulated "dangerous voltage" within the product, that might be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

[Exclamation point symbol] If there is an Exclamation point on the product, it's intended to alert the User that there is important operating and maintenance (servicing) information in the User manual.

[Double rectangular symbol] If there is a double rectangular symbol on the product, it means that the product is double insulated. Earth connection is not required.

2. Usage, controls and connections

2.1 Overview of Front

The front panel features the following controls:

[1] Power On/Off: Press to power ON, press to power OFF.
[2] Remote eye sensor: Receives signals from the remote control.
[3] Input indicator: Shows the currently selected input source.
[4] Volume control and selector: Turn left or right for volume +/-, press the button for input select.

2.2 Overview of Back (inputs and connections)

The rear panel provides various connection options:

[1] Ground (GND): Connection for turntable grounding.
[2] USB power: Connect power to a Chromecast device.
[3] Phono (MM) for turntable only: Connect a turntable, remember to connect "Ground" [1] as well.
[4] Line in for analogue sources (AUX): Connect any analogue audio source with a Left/Right cable.
[5] Optical 1 (D1), optimized for TV input: Digital input, connect a TV to this input.
[6] Optical 2 (D2), optimized for Hi-Fi listening: Digital input, connect an audio product to this input.
[7] Pre out for pre-amplifier or subwoofer: Connect to an external Power Amplifier or a Subwoofer to this output.
[8] Speaker right: Unscrew the plug to mount the un-isolated speaker cable or use a banana plug. Ensure '+' and '-' are connected correctly to the SA1 and your loudspeakers.
[9] Speaker left: Unscrew the plug to mount the un-isolated speaker cable or use a banana plug. Ensure '+' and '-' are connected correctly to the SA1 and your loudspeakers.
[10] Power: Insert the power cable that comes with the SA1, and connect to an electric outlet.

2.3 Overview of Remote control (functions)

The remote control allows you to operate the SA1:

[1] Power ON/OFF: Press to turn power on or off.
[2] Input selector: Press to choose your desired input source.
[3] Volume up/down: Press to adjust volume up or down.
[4] Pairing of Bluetooth device: Press to pair a new Bluetooth device.
[5] Skip track in Bluetooth mode: Press to skip track forward or backwards.
[6] Mute or un-mute the sound: Press to Mute or un-mute the sound.

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 normal speaker cable.
Connect your source player (tablet, laptop, mobile phone, CD player, TV) to an input on the amplifier, using the input connection that fits your source device best.
The SA1 has a pre out, enabling you to connect an active subwoofer or a power amplifier.

4. Special Functions and Features

4.1 Remote control function with Samsung, Sony and Denon remotes

Argon SA1 is designed with IR commands from common Sony and Samsung TVs. This allows you to use your Sony or Samsung IR remote control for basic commands such as volume up, volume down, and mute.

If your remote control does not send IR commands (e.g., a Smart remote), some newer TVs support IR learning. This feature allows you to program your TV remote to control your SA1. Check your TV's setup menu for this feature. Consult your TV's manual if you are unsure.

4.2 Auto sense (APU Auto Power Up)

When in standby mode, the SA1 will automatically start up when you begin playing music from your source (Note: Auto sense is not available for the Phono/Turntable input).

Bluetooth devices will automatically connect to already paired devices.

You can disable the Auto sense feature by pressing and holding the Power button on the remote for 5 seconds. All LED indicators will light up for 2 seconds, indicating that APU is disabled. The SA1 will function normally with APU enabled upon the next power-on.

If you wish to disable auto sense on all inputs permanently, you should always power the amplifier off manually using the remote (and holding the power button for 5 seconds when doing so).

4.3 Auto standby (APD Auto Power Down)

The SA1 will automatically enter standby mode after 15 minutes of inactivity (no music playing).

The timeout for Bluetooth connection loss with a Bluetooth device is also 15 minutes.

4.4 Un-Pair Bluetooth devices

To un-pair a Bluetooth device, press and hold the pairing button for 5 seconds. The indicator light will flash, and the device will be unpaired.

5. Specifications

Integrated Stereo amplifier (hybrid digital technology)
Power 8 ohm: 2 x 40 watt in 4/8 ohm (20-20.000Hz, THD 0,03%)
Dynamic Power (IHF) in 8 ohm: 50 watt
Dynamic Power (IHF) in 4 ohm: 100 watt
Frequency range: 3-60.000 Hz
THD (20-20.000 Hz): <0,03%
Energy usage in standby: <0,5 watt
Inputs: 2 x optical digital (standard and low jitter), L/R analog stereo-in (RCA), Turntable MM input, wireless Bluetooth aptX HD
Outputs: Pre out for external power amplifier, subwoofer or head phone amplifier, 5V USB-output for Chromecast Audio
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 till 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
Size: 22,0 x 6,3 x 25,2 cm (WxHxD)
Weight: 2,2 kg

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