Bel Canto Design eVo2iTM manual Placement and Initial Setup, Design Features

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Placement and Initial Setup

Because the eVo2i runs cool it can be placed in many system locations without compromise. We do not recommend placing weights or other objects directly on the eVo2i. This may mar or scratch the chassis finish. Do not use harsh chemicals when cleaning the outside of your eVo2i.

Single Ended RCA and Balanced XLR connectors are available. XLR jacks allow balanced hookup using the stan- dard pin configuration:

Pin 1 Ground

Pin 2 Input +

Pin 3 Input -

IMPORTANT: Make all connections before powering your unit.

Design Features

The elegant simplicity of the signal path and gain stage allows the eVo2i to pre- serve audio signal quality. Audio Grade decoupling capacitors and resistors, star grounding and careful signal routing insure that low-level signals are preserved.

Input processing provides one balanced XLR connection, three RCA jack connec- tions and Tape In. Tape Output is an RCA output with an active audio-grade buffer to isolate the internal signal bus from the tape output. Line out RCA connection offers flexi- bility of use with a sub woofer, external amplifier for bi-amping or outboard signal processor.

The volume control is a precision analog stepped attenuator controlled by a micro- controller. This device provides extremely low noise and distortion coupled with high accuracy. The sonic quality is superior to the best potentiometers and insures no wear.

High efficiency Digital Power Processing eVo power amplifier.

Efficiency >90% insures cool operation.

THD and IMD <0.05%

Damping Factor >100

High thermal stability in all stages

Fully regulated, low noise supplies for all analog stages

Soft clipping with uncompromised low level distortion performance

Ultra-low power dissipation for ‘green’ amplification

Protection circuitry outside signal path

Programmable features allow you to dis- able (except TAPE), name and set volume for listening and soft mute levels for ALL inputs individually

The eVo2i powers on in Soft Mute Mode. Soft Mute Mode is a fully adjustable setting that also can be selected as a muting option during regular listening.

© 2002-2004 bel canto design, Ltd.

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eVo2i User’s Guide rev081104

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Contents EVo2i Users GuideWarranty Information Two-Channel Integrated Audio AmplifierPower Connection UnpackingPlacement and Initial Setup Design FeaturesFront Panel and Remote Controls Volume UpVolume Down ConditioningMute EVo2i Back Panel Inputs 1 toTape In/Tape Out Line OutInputs Configuration Menu Setup Menu OptionsLoudspeaker Connection Save Config ? Menu Erase Config ? MenuSpecifications EVo2i User’s Guide rev081104