Ayre K-5xe User Manual

Ayre K-5xeMPOwner’s ManualPreamplifier

Input Source SelectionThe input selector buttons are located below thedisplay. Alpha-numeric labels that match theconnector labels on the rear panel (

display is off. When commands are received, eitherfrom the front-panel buttons or the remote control,the display will be activated for a few seconds t

the K-5xeMPcan accept either balanced orunbalanced signals.To activate the “Processor Pass-Through” mode forthat input, remove the AC power from the K

Numbers andSpecificationsMaximum Input Level 4 V rms – unbalanced inputs8 V rms – balanced inputsInput Impedance 20 kΩ– unbalanced inputs40 kΩ– balanc

Statement ofWarrantyNorth American WarrantyYour Ayre K-5xeMPpreamplifier is warrantedagainst defects in workmanship and materials for aperiod of ninet

North American Warranty Statement1. If any defects are found in the materials orworkmanship of this Ayre product within thewarranty period, the unit w

4. Ayre strives to manufacture the finest possibleequipment, and therefore reserves the right to makeimprovements on its products, without necessarily

A Place forNotesSerial Number:Purchase Date:Dealer:Salesperson:_______________________________________________________________________________________

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Table ofContentsWelcome to Ayre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Connections and Installation . . . . . . .

Welcome toAyreYour Ayre K-5xeMPoffers a significant advance inthe musical performance of high-fidelity equipment.The warmth and immediacy of a live pe

Connections andInstallationThe Ayre K-5xeMPpreamplifier is easy to connectand use. The following guidelines will ensure thatthe installation goes smoo

with no moving parts. Please be aware that they canbe overloaded if the output voltage from the sourcecomponent is too high.Do not use a source compon

Main OutputsThe balanced outputs useXLR connectors, while theunbalanced outputs use RCAconnectors.The Ayre K-5xeMPoffers one pair of balancedoutputs a

Controls andOperationThe Ayre K-5xeMPpreamplifier may be controlledusing either the front panel buttons or the includedremote control handset. Basic f

Basic FunctionsThe following functions are accessible via both thefront panel buttons and the remote control handset.Volume ControlThe volume control