Input Source Selection and Functions of the Ayre K-5xe Amplifier

Input Source Selection

The input selector buttons are located below the display. Alpha-numeric labels that match the connector labels on the rear panel (B1, B2, S1, S2) are used to denote the inputs. When the unit is first connected to an AC power source, the “B1” input is selected by default.

	Tape Output
The “Tape Output” function	When the “Tape Output” button is pressed, the
does not operate on the “S2”	indicator will light up and the signal from the
input. This avoids the	currently selected source component will be routed
undesired possibility of	to the “Tape Out” connectors. This allows a
creating a feedback loop.	recording to be made.
	Turn the “Tape Output” off, unless a recording is
	being made. This will completely disconnect the
	recorder from the K-5xeMP(including the ground
	connection), avoiding the possibility of undesired
	ground loops.

Additional Functions

The following function is available only via the remote control handset.

Display

The display of the K-5xeMPmay be turned off if desired. A single blue light indicates that the

K-5XEMP specifications

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