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X-PLORA
V8
INSTALLATION
Issue 3: 19
th
October 2006
Page 5
of
14
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of your new X-PLORA
V8
DAB/FM tuner.
The X-PLORA
V8
is an advanced DAB/FM receiver with
radio text features for FM. Its case design complements the X-
V8
series components which include an Integrated amplifier
and CD player all in the same convenient size.
The tuner is designed to bring DAB into the realms of hi-
fidelity sound reproduction to complement the very latest
technology DAB/FM receiver circuit. Great attention has been
paid to internal layout, isolating each circuit section to prevent
possible interaction. The result is a DAB/FM tuner which has
a smoother response than previously possible with none of the
“hardness” of other units.
The resultant performance achieved by this unit is among the
best in the world. It has excellent signal to noise ratio, low
distortion, extraordinary resolution and fine detail.
UPGRADE PATH
Early in 2007 two interesting new X-
V8
series products are
coming.
- The TRIPLE-X170 PSU is an upgrade Power Supply Unit.
It increases the power of your X-T100 to 85+85 wpc and
improves its peak current. The TRIPLE-X170 PSU will power
the X-T100, X-RAY
V8
and X-PLORA
V8
simultaneously. Any
product connected to it will sound better.
- The X-DAC
V8
is a super-performance Digital to Analogue
Converter with a tube output. Its performance is verging on
state-of-the-art and sounds extraordinary. The X-DAC
V8
is
self-powered and also has power supply outlets for the X-
RAY
V8
and X-PLORA
V8
. When the X-RAY
V8
is paired with
the X-DAC
V8
, what you have is a mini KW25 system (the
KW25 Transport/DAC received incredible reviews which
recon it’s probably the best CD player ever).
INSTALLATION
Position the X-PLORA
V8
on a stable, horizontal surface
where there is no risk of it being knocked, or subjected to
vibration such as from loudspeakers.
AERIAL (ANTENNA)
For ease of installation, a tri-band aerial is supplied with the
unit. This covers the FM, DAB II, III and L-bands and picks
up sufficient signal for most domestic purposes. However, if
FM stereo background noise is obtrusive, radio text is
corrupted or DAB cut-out is experienced, or unit is to be used
in a fringe area, a rooftop DAB and FM aerial may be
required. Please contact an approved aerial contractor with
good local knowledge.
The tri-band aerial is plugged into the tri-band antenna F
connector at the rear of the unit, and should be securely
fastened by tightening the nut.
AUDIO CONNECTIONS
Outputs: Connect your amplifier’s left and right TUNER or
AUX (line level) inputs to the RCA sockets on the back panel
marked as LEFT and RIGHT outputs.
If desired, the unit can also be attached to an external DAC
of your choice. The unit outputs COAX and OPTICAL digital
signal stream at 48kHz.
NOTE: The digital output works for DAB
and
FM.
POWER CONNECTION
The power lead should be connected to a Musical Fidelity
power supply unit designed for this product, such as the
TRIPLE-X (see your dealer for more information). The
connector from this tuner mates with the 4-way socket
labelled X-PLORA
V8
on the rear of the power supply unit.
The connector should fit comfortably with a small click when
properly seated.
Do not force the connector.
CLEANING
Before cleaning the unit, switch off power at the mains
switch and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
Clean the cabinet and remote control unit using a moist cloth.
We do not advise using solvents, white spirit or thinners as
they could damage the surface finish.