Classe Audio SSP-800 owner manual Placement considerations Warm-up/break-in period

placement considerations

Important!

warm-up/break-in period

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Before installing your SSP-800 into the system, be sure to read the following placement suggestions.

•Do not place the SSP-800 directly on the top surface of a power amplifier or any other heat source. Also keep the processor out of direct sunlight.

•Place the SSP-800 so that the IR window on the front panel is clearly visible and not blocked.

•Position the SSP-800 in a central and convenient location for both visibility and use. The processor is the hub for all other component connections and generally your primary interaction point. In addition, by placing the processor close to the other system components, you’re minimizing the cable lengths and hence reducing the amount of noise that’s introduced into the system through the cabling.

•Leave adequate clearance behind the SSP-800 for the AC cord and connecting cables. We suggest eight inches (20 cm) of free space to allow cables sufficient room to bend without crimping or undue strain.

•Allow at least three inches (7.5 cm) of clearance above and to each side of the processor for ventilation. Do not obstruct the area around the processor so that excess heat can dissipate through normal air circulation. Avoid placing the processor on a soft surface, such as plush carpeting, that may restrict airflow.

Obey all placement considerations. Not obeying the placement considerations may result in damage that is not covered under the warranty.

Your new Classé processor delivers outstanding performance immediately. However, you can expect to hear subtle improvements as it reaches normal operating temperatures and various components, especially capacitors, “break-in”.

In our experience, you can expect the greatest changes within the first 300 hours. After initial break-in, you’ll enjoy consistent performance levels for years to come.

The only exception is if the unit is unplugged for an extended period of time, during which the processor will cool down. Depending on the degree of cooling involved, you should expect a brief warm-up period before the Surround Sound Processor’s sound quality is at its best.