HIGH POWER AUDIOPHILE AMPLIFIER WITH DAC AND PREAMP VOLUME CONTROL Installation Manual
Important Safety Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, stoves or any other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Chapter 1: Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Ready to Rumble! - A Quick Look at the Bijou 600. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Chapter 2: Quick Start Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 1: Introduction Introduction Thank you and congratulations for purchasing your AudioControl Bijou 600. This installation manual is your guide to installing and using the Bijou 600 Amplifier and DAC, including information on its more advanced features. The table of contents will help you navigate to the area of the manual you are looking for.
Chapter 1: Introduction Ready to Rumble! - A Quick Look at the Bijou 600 AudioControl’s Bijou 600 is in a new class of compact, high-powered amplifiers with a built-in audiophile-grade DAC designed specifically to provide greater performance and higher sound quality for all analog and digital systems, including streaming audio components like Sonos® home entertainment. The Bijou 600’s powerful amplifier delivers 100 Watts of power per channel into 8 Ohms and 200 Watts per channel into 4 Ohms.
Chapter 2: Quick Start Guide Quick View 20 1 1. 2. 2 Input Selection LEDs IR Remote Control Window 5 7 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 6 8 9 3. 4. 14 10 11 12 Power On/Off Switch AC Voltage Selector AC Input RS232 Remote Control Control Switches Speaker Outputs Crossover/ Bridged LEDs IR Input and Output 21 22 3 4 13 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.
Chapter 2: Quick Start Guide Quick Start It takes just a few steps to get your AudioControl Bijou 600 up and running. The steps below are explained in more detail throughout this manual. This example shows a typical single-source digital setup. (The numbers in the illustration correspond to the numbers in the procedure steps.) 1. Connect one source component (i.e. digital music player, SONOS™ CONNECT, television, receiver, CD player, Xbox, toaster etc.
Chapter 3: Hookup Diagrams Typical Three-Source Setup The Bijou 600 allows multiple sources to be connected to the various analog and digital inputs. Each source is selected using the RTR-1 remote control. Additional adjustments to the audio performance can be made using all features of the Bijou 600. The Bijou 600 will conveniently remember all volume and AccuBASS™ settings for each input. 1. Connect a digital source to the Bijou 600 using one of the digital coaxial or optical inputs. 2.
Chapter 3: Hookup Diagrams Typical Single-Source Setup 1. Connect one analog or digital source to the Bijou 600 using the right (R) and left (L) analog RCA jacks (analog) or one of the digital coax or optical inputs. 2. Connect a pair of your favorite speakers to the right and left speaker outputs of the Bijou 600, ensuring that polarity matches. 3. Turn on the Bijou 600 power switch. (Note: whenever connecting inputs, switch the Bijou 600 off first, make changes and then switch it back on). 4.
Chapter 3: Hookup Diagrams 2.1 Speaker Setup and 4.1 Parallel Speaker Setup The Bijou 600 has been designed to equalize and improve the performance of all speaker set-ups. The power of the amplifier combined with the audio performance and quality of AudioControl’s Wolfson-engineered, digital to analog converter (DAC) results in a dramatic improvement in the performance of all speaker set-ups throughout the house. 2.1 Speaker Set-up The standard set-up for a 2.
Chapter 3: Hookup Diagrams Bridged Mono and Powered Subwoofer Speaker Setup This system shows two Bijou 600 amplifiers used in bridged mono mode to produce 400 Watts per speaker into 8 Ohms. A powered subwoofer is also shown. The Bijou 600 crossover is used to reduce the bass playing in the main speakers (80 Hz HP) and let it play in the powered subwoofer instead (80 Hz LP). The first Bijou 600 is the Master unit where all source connections and volume adjustments are made.
Chapter 3: Hookup Diagrams Stereo and Mono Passive Subwoofer Speaker Setup This system shows the first (Master) Bijou 600 being used in stereo mode, and the second (Link) Bijou 600 being used in bridged mono to power a passive subwoofer. The Master Bijou 600 crossover is used to reduce the bass playing in the main speakers and let it play in the subwoofer instead. Adjust the level of the subwoofer by using the AccuBASS control on the Master Bijou 600. (The remote will not affect the Link Bijou 600.
Chapter 4: Installation Installation The Bijou 600 is a compact yet high performance amplifier and audiophile DAC. As such, it delivers incredible sound performance. • Care should be taken in finding the best location to place the unit for optimal performance. • The Bijou 600 loves speakers and can be situated to fit in with any speaker set up from the most powerful free-standing speakers to the smallest desktop configuration.
Chapter 4: Installation 14 Cables We recommend the use of high-quality analog and/or digital cables. All cables should be kept as short as practically possible. Power cabling should be kept as far away as possible from audio cables. Speakers The Bijou 600 is designed to work with all 8 Ohm and 4 Ohm speaker setups.
Chapter 4: Installation Speaker Connections Establish a standard connection color code and stick with it. One conductor of the speaker wire is normally marked by a different color (silver versus copper) or there is ribbing on one side. Typically this marked conductor is used for the positive (+) speaker leads. Really good wire has Positive and Negative printed right onto the wire jacket. Match the polarity markings on the unit with the polarity markings on your speakers.
Chapter 5: Features Front Panel Features 1 2 1. Active Input Indicator – Blue LED 1 – Digital Input 1 is selected Blue LED 2 – Digital Input 2 is selected Blue LED 3 – Analog Input 3 is selected Notes: The inputs are selected using the RTR-1 remote control or RS232. When the Bijou 600 receives a command from the RTR-1 remote control or RS232, the input LED will flash. When the Bijou 600 is muted, all the input LEDs will be off. When AccuBASS is selected, the input LED will be a brighter blue. 2.
Chapter 5: Features Rear Panel Features 5 7 5. 6 8 9 10 11 12 Power Switch – In the OFF position, the AC line voltage is disconnected from all internal circuits, and no amount of remote control pressing, input signals playing, RS232 communications, telepathy, or loud yelling will turn it back on.
Chapter 5: Features 8. RS232 Connector – This 3-pin connection allows for computer control of the amplifier using RS232 communications. The pins are as follows: Pin1: RX (RS232 receive) Pin 2: Ground Pin 3: TX (RS232 transmit) Further details of this rather splendid and useful feature can be found on our website. 9. Control Switches of Destiny – These 8 DIP switches allow you to set up the amplifier just the way you like it.
Chapter 5: Features DIP Switch Configuration Note: Switch ‘UP’ is OFF; Switch ‘Down’ is ON DIGITAL 1 VOLUME DEFEAT - This switch should be engaged when it is desirable to control the volume of channel 1 from an external source only, such as the volume control on an iPod, tablet etc. Only the volume control is defeated.
Chapter 5: Features 5 7 6 8 9 10 11 12 10. Speaker Connector – This is where joy meets world: the speaker-level output of the amplifier connects to the wiring of your speakers. The connection is made using the supplied push-on 4-pin Euroblock connector. Make a note of the polarity markings and make sure they match those of your speakers (positive to positive or red speaker terminal, negative to negative or black speaker terminal).
Chapter 5: Features 14. Bridged Mono Out – This RCA line-level output is used to send the right channel output to feed the analog input of another Bijou 600 amplifier that is also set in bridged mono mode and is powering your right speaker. The output is a copy of the right channel of the currently-selected input, and it is affected by the volume level, AccuBass level, and the 80 Hz LP crossover. This output is off when headphones are used. 15.
Chapter 5: Features RTR-1 Remote Control Features 20 21 22 23 25 26 24 20. Input Selection 1, 2, 3 – Press these buttons to select the desired input, either digital inputs 1 or 2, or analog input 3. The Bijou 600 front panel LED will light for the selected input. 21. Power On/Standby – Press this to awake the Bijou 600 from its standby slumbers or (if it is already on), to put it into standby. In standby, the Bijou 600 is in a low power mode to conserve electrons.
Chapter 5: Features Additional Features and Support Additional information on the features below, as well as great support and hints and tips on the Bijou 600 can be found on our website: www.audiocontrol.com (navigate to the download section of the Bijou 600 product page). 12V Trigger Input Alternatively, email our team at sound.great@audiocontrol.
Chapter 6: Adjustments Adjusting the AccuBASS AccuBASS Bass Level Adjustment AudioControl's AccuBASS circuit is designed to help recover the bass that goes missing in compressed music files, or when volume is increased and the bass frequencies roll away. The AccuBASS is adjusted using the RTR-1 remote control to give your system great bass at all volume levels, and add back in an incredible-sounding richness to your music. 1. Engage AccuBASS by pressing the AccuBASS button on the RTR-1 remote control.
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Many problems can be eliminated by re-checking the wiring and settings of the unit. If a problem cannot be solved using the guide below, please call the AudioControl team for further assistance, or e-mail us at sound.great@audiocontrol.com 1. No Sound a. Check the unit is plugged in and the front panel On/Standby LED is blue. When it is dim red, the unit is in standby mode, and if it is bright red, it is in protection mode. b.
Chapter 8: Specifications Specifications As technology advances, AudioControl reserves the right to continuously change our specifications, like our Pacific Northwest weather, although we are working on changing that as well. Digital Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x Optical Toslink and 2 x Coax SPDIF Analog Inputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stereo L/R RCA unbalanced Speaker Level Outputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-Pin Euroblock connector RS232 . .
Chapter 8: Specifications Block Diagram TX = PIN 2 1 5 GND = PIN 5 RX = PIN 3 RS-232 CONNECTION TO RIALTO 600 6 9 DB-9 FEMALE (BACKSIDE) This is a handy-dandy wiring diagram of a common DB-9 connector to a 3-pin Euroblock connector for RS232 communications and control 27
Chapter 8: Specifications Dimensions 8.500" 7.507" 1.
Chapter 9: Service Service AudioControl has a reputation for providing some of the best support and service in our industry. Our technical team takes pride in ensuring we respond to any customer needs, by providing support through our website and live on the phone from our base here in Seattle, USA. If the unit needs service, first contact your local dealer or international distributor for advice. You can also contact our tech support team either by email or phone from 8am-5pm Pacific Standard Time (PST).
Chapter 10: Please Remain Calm The Warranty People are confused by warranties! Lots of fine print. Months of waiting around. Well, fear no more AudioControl is here. Our warranty is designed to make you rave about AudioControl. It’s a warranty that looks out for our customers, plus helps you resist the temptation to have your friend, “who is good with electronics”, try to repair your AudioControl product. So go ahead, read this warranty, then register your AudioControl product at www.audiocontrol.
Chapter 10: Please Remain Calm Legalese Section This is the only warranty issued by AudioControl. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have rights that vary from state to state. Promises of how well your AudioControl product will work are not implied by this warranty. Other than what we’ve said we’ll do in this warranty, we have no obligation, express or implied. We make no warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.
Chapter 11: Complementary Doodle Pages Favorite Settings System Input 1 Input 2 Switch Positions Speakers ON Input 3 Subwoofer Installation Manual
Chapter 11: Complementary Doodle Pages System Input 1 Input 2 Switch Positions Speakers ON Input 3 Subwoofer 33
Chapter 12: Accessories Optional Installation Accessories These optional accessories help to mount the Bijou 600 in a wide range of installation options. They come with all required screws, and the rack mount kits come with rack mount screws. Please contact our website for more details, prices, and ordering instructions.
Chapter 12: Accessories RM-212 In-Wall Back Box RM-211 Mounting Brackets Allows a Bijou 600 to be in-wall mounted. It requires an RM-211 mounting bracket kit, sold separately. Two L-brackets allow a Bijou 600 to be wall or surface mounted, or used with the RM-212 in-wall box, or RM-213 component mount plate RM-213 Component Mount Plate Allows a Bijou 600 to be mounted vertically to the back of a TV monitor. It requires an RM-211 mounting bracket kit, sold separately.
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