ASR Basis Exclusive User Manual

ASR Audio Systems Friedrich Schaefer, D- 35 745 Herborn +49 (27 72) 42 905
Table of contents of this manual
1.0 Receiving the ASR Basis Exclusive 2
1.1 Unpacking the ASR Basis Exclusive 2
1.2 Setting up the ASR Basis Exclusive 2
1.3 Important safety precautions 3
2.0 Connecting the ASR Basis Exclusive 4
2.1 Connecting to a preamp or an integrated amplifier 4
2.2 Connecting the tone arm cable 4
2.3 Connecting the separate battery power supply 5
3.0 Adjusting the ASR Basis Exclusive 6
3.1 Switching in unbalanced mode 6
3.2 Adjusting the input resistance in balanced mode 6
3.3 Adjusting the input resistance in unbalanced mode 8
3.4 Adjusting the input capacity 10
3.5 Settings the gain 10
3.6 Settings the low frequency cut OFF 10
3.7 Settings for common cartridges 11
4.0 Operating the ASR Basis Exclusive 12
4.1 General Operation 12
4.2 Monitor Leds 12
4.3 Battery capacity display 13
4.4 Option : Mono switch 13
5.0 Maintenance of the ASR Basis 13
5.1 Cleaning of acrylic material 13
5.2 Removal of scratches 13
5.3 Trouble-shooting 13
5.4 Battery life expectancy 15
5.5 Just in case: repair 15
6.0 The ASR Basis Exclusive technical description 15
6.1 Function of the the main unit 15
6.2 Function description of the separate battery power supply 16
7.0 Technical Data 17
High End Phono-Pre-Amplifier ASR Basis Exclusive version 2010 Page 1

ASR Basis Exclusive Specifications

General

Brand	ASR
Model	Basis Exclusive
Category	Amplifier
Language	English

Summary

Receiving the ASR Basis Exclusive

Unpacking the ASR Basis Exclusive

Inspect for shipping damage and identify accessories provided with the unit.

Setting up the ASR Basis Exclusive

Verify AC voltage compatibility and optimal placement of the unit.

Important safety precautions

Essential safety guidelines for operation, handling, and electrical safety.

Connecting the ASR Basis Exclusive

Connecting to a preamp or an integrated amplifier

Connect the unit to your audio system's inputs via RCA or XLR.

Connecting the tone arm cable

Connect the turntable's tone arm cable for MC/MM cartridges.

Connecting the separate battery power supply

Detailed steps for connecting the external battery power supply.

Adjusting the ASR Basis Exclusive

Choosing the input mode, switching in unbalanced mode

Configure input mode using DIP switches for unbalanced connections.

Adjusting the input resistance in balanced mode

Set input resistance for balanced connections using DIP switches.

Adjusting the input resistance in unbalanced mode

Set input resistance for unbalanced connections using DIP switches.

Adjusting the input capacity

Set input capacitance for optimal cartridge matching.

Setting the gain

Adjust the amplification gain using DIP switches.

Setting the low frequency cut OFF

Configure low-frequency cut-off to reduce rumble.

Settings for common cartridges

Recommended DIP switch settings for various cartridge types.

Operating the ASR Basis Exclusive

General Operation

Controls and functions of the main unit's front panel knob.

Monitor Leds

Understand the meaning of LEDs indicating operation status.

Battery capacity display

Monitor battery charge level via LED indicators on the power supply.

Mono switch

Use the optional rear-panel mono switch for mono records.

Maintenance of the ASR Basis

Cleaning of acrylic material

Proper cleaning methods for the acrylic surfaces using supplied kit.

Removal of scratches

How to remove scratches from the acrylic material.

Trouble-shooting

Common issues and their potential solutions.

Battery life expectancy

Information on battery lifespan, care, and replacement.

Just in case: repair

Procedures for contacting authorized support for repairs.

The ASR Basis Exclusive technical description

Function of the main unit

Detailed description of the main unit's Phono Preamplifier functionality.

Function description of the separate battery power supply

Details on the operation and circuitry of the battery power supply.

Technical Data