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Bryston SP 1.7 User Manual

Bryston SP 1.7
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Source Selection: Accomodates 11 sources, up to 4
of which may be digital inputs
Digital Inputs: 4 coaxial
S/PDIF (RCA), 2 of which
may be assigned to optical
S/PDIF (TOSLINK)
Digital Inputs (Pro model): 1
AES/EBU, 4 coaxial
S/PDIF (RCA)
Stereo Analog Inputs: 6 stereo pairs (
RCA)
Discrete 5.1 Analog Inputs: 6 unbalanced (
RCA) for
Left, Centre, Right, Right Surround, Left Surround,
and Subwoofer
Main Audio Outputs: 6 unbalanced (
RCA) and 6 bal-
anced (
XLR) for Left, Right, Centre, Right Surround,
Left Surround, and Subwoofer
Additional Outputs for
ES/EX 6.1/7.1: Left Rear, Right
Rear (
RCA)
Audio Record Outputs: 2 stereo (
RCA) pairs from any
analog input
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz +/- 0.25 dB
THD
& Noise (20Hz to 20kHz at 3V output level): Less
than 0.006% in all modes; below 0.0025% in Bypass
mode.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Not less less than 100dB in all
modes; 110dB in Analogue Bypass Mode (Ref. 1V
input, maximum gain, 22kHz bandwidth).
Input Level: maximum 2 Vrms in DSP modes, 4Vrms
in Bypass Mode
Output Level: 8 Vrms (16 Vrms Balanced) in DSP
Modes; 10 Vrms (20 Vrms Balanced) in Bypass Mode
Output Impedance: 110 Ohms
D/A, A/D Conversion: Crystal Semiconductor 24-Bit
Delta-Sigma
DSP Engine: Motorola
Bass Management: 2nd Order high-pass filter (x5),
4th Order low-pass filter; Crossover Frequencies 60,
70, 80, 90, 100, 110, or 120 Hz
Display:Two-line, 16-alphanumeric characters per
line, black-on-green
Trigger Outputs: One 12
V on/off trigger; one 12
V
programmable
Power Requirements: 100
VAC, 115VAC, and
230
VAC models
Remote Functions: Power, master volume, source
switching, mode switching, mute, and trims (in test
mode)
Control Port: RS-232 (bidirectional, D9 connector)
port for integration of external control systems (
AMX,
Crestron, and others using character-based proto-
cols), and for control of external video switchers
Aux. Infrared Receiver Input: Mini-phone jack
XLR
Configuration: Pin 1 ground, pin 2 positive, pin
3 negative
Front Panel: Silver or Black; 17”-wide for shelf
mounting or 19” rack panel (2
RU, 3.5”/8.9cm.
high)
Weight: Approx. 22 lbs (10 kg)
Dimensions (including rubber feet):
Shelfmount
17”x13.5”x3.8”, 43.2cm.x34.3cm.x 9.7cm.
Rackmount 19”x13.5”x3.8”, 48.3cm. x 34.3cm. x 9.7cm.
Canada’s largest independent manufacturer of high-end audio electronics
for consumers and professionals. Founded 1962. Visit our website:
www.bryston.ca
Audiophile sound quality and construction: all analog
gain blocks are fully discrete; premium components and
hand-matched transistors used throughout; two sepa-
rate independent linear power supplies with toroidal
transformers isolate analog and digital circuitry pre-
venting crosstalk or interference.
Easy to use — automatically detects input signal bit-
stream type and adjusts mode.
LCD window shows
decoding and signal information and error messages;
LED indicators show button selections. Clean uncluttered
control layout.
Flexible input management: select from 11 sources,
including 6 digital and 1 with discrete analog 5.1 input.
Toggle button switches easily between digital and ana-
log inputs.
• 6 Balanced (
XLR) outputs.
6.1 and 7.1 channel RCA outputs for Surround
EX™ and
DTS -
ES modes.
Stereo and Mono down-mixing options for all surround
modes.
•Digital bass-management modes for all speaker setups.
•Bass redirection modes for any speaker set-up.
•Dynamic-limiting for late-night enjoyment of Dolby
Digital,
DTS.
•Music DSP modes: Natural, Club, Stadium, Hall,
Theatre, Church.
Party mode (5-channel summed mono distribution for
even room-coverage) and 5-channel Stereo option
(stereo fed to front & rear).
Easy set-up —
LCD window provides built-in menus for
speaker setup, and trim and delay adjustments, and dis-
plays error messages. Built-in test-signal generator and
test sequencer makes calibration simple.
Individually adjustable trims and delays for each chan-
nel. Level trims may also be fine tuned using the remote.
Each input can have preferred mode saved.
Integrates with external control systems (
AMX, Crestron,
and others).
•Control port for external video switchers including the
Bryston
SPV-1.
•Two
12-volt trigger outputs.
•Standby Power Mode allows remote power up.
Designed for easy upgrading to future formats.
Hand assembly.
•Tight quality control:
100-hour test and “burn-in”
• Rugged reliable construction.
20-year unlimited transferrable warranty.
Surround Processor
5.1, 6.1, 7.1
Processes Dolby, DTS, THX, and PCM formats: Dolby
Digital, Dolby Pro Logic and Pro Logic II,
DTS-ES
Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS Neo:6, THX
Surround
EX™, THX Ultra certified, PCM 32kHz, 44kHz,
48kHz, 96kHz sample rates.
Audiophile Stereo Preamplifier
Digital-bypass pure analog circuit path
Digital/Analog Multichannel Preamplifier
Home Theatre Control Center
5.1 analog direct pass-through for DVD-Audio Players
DSP Processor
Ambient Surround for music
Stereo 24/96 D/A Converter
For high-bit PCM audio
20-YEAR WARRANTY
Unlimited, unprecedented, unequaled
Hand-held,
30-button, infrared
remote control
contains a tilt switch
and photosensor that
automatically
backlights the keys
when it is picked
up in a darkened
room.
20-YEAR WARRANTY
Unlimited, unprecedented, unequaled
SP 1.7 Technical SpecificationsSP 1.7 Key Features
Bryston Limited P.O. Box 2170, 677 Neal Drive, Peterborough, Ontario Canada K9J 7Y4 1-800-632-8217
Home Theater
Processor/Preamplifier
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Bryston SP 1.7 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels7.1
Signal-to-Noise Ratio> 100 dB
Weight20 lbs
TypeSurround Processor
InputsHDMI
OutputsAnalog, HDMI
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz

Summary

Introducing the SP 1.7

Our Goal

Design objective for an uncluttered, easy-to-use home theater processor/preamplifier.

Performance Without Compromise

Highlights the SP 1.7's ability to meet demanding audio material parameters.

Easy to Use

Focuses on user-friendly design with automatic functions and clear displays.

Home Theatre Processing

Details digital signal processing, decoding, and surround formats like Dolby, DTS, THX.

Analog and Digital Control

Covers input/output options, including digital and analog inputs, and D/A processing.

Sonic Superiority

Stereo Preamplification

Describes the analog pre-amp bypass mode for a pure analog signal path.

Digital Signal Processing for Music

Lists DSP music modes for enhancing acoustic ambience.

Sonic Superiority by Design

Explains discrete analog circuitry, premium components, and dual power supplies.

The Result

Emphasizes the user experience of being immersed in the audio/video scene.

Reliability & Support

Built to Last

Discusses Bryston's use of custom materials and aerospace techniques for durability.

Hand Assembled with Care

Highlights hand assembly and individual testing by dedicated employees.

Unique Burn-In Procedure

Explains the 100-hour burn-in process for component maturation and failure detection.

Easy Future Upgrades

Details hardware and software upgradeability through ROM chips and digital board topology.

On-Line Customer Support

Mentions downloading technical bulletins and user manuals from the website.

Our 20-Year Warranty

Covers the unlimited, transferrable 20-Year Warranty.

SP 1.7 Key Features

Surround Processor Features

Lists supported formats (Dolby, DTS, THX) and sample rates.

Audiophile Stereo Preamplifier Features

Details analog path, discrete components, and ease of use.

Home Theatre Control Center Features

Covers multichannel preamplification, DSP, and input management.

Stereo 24/96 D/A Converter Features

Mentions music DSP modes and easy setup features.

SP 1.7 Technical Specifications

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