Octave V 80 SE User Manual

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7. ADVANCED FUNCTIONS
7.4. Ecomode – soft-start and reduced power consumption mode
The Ecomode is a safety and energy-saving feature that automatically switches off the amplifier's
tube circuitry during breaks of more than 10 minutes.
Ecomode reduces the overall power consumption of the amplifier to under 30 W, compared with 180
W in normal operation. When it detects a signal, the V 80 SE reactivates automatically and is ready
for use again within 30 seconds.
Rear panel switch settings
Ecomode
A: Switch left: Ecomode on
B: Switch right: Ecomode off
Front LEDs
Ecomode is signal-actuated; after a 10-minute silence, Ecomode switches in automatically. The soft-
start LED [7] illuminates to show that Ecomode is active. As soon as the Ecomode circuit detects the
presence of an input signal (from the CD player, for example) it will automatically power the V 80 SE
up. The process takes approximately 30 seconds, after which time the soft-start LED will extinguish
to show that the V 80 SE is ready for use.
Note:
If you switch the V 80 SE on with Ecomode active, it will go through the restart procedure. If it fails to
detect a music signal, it will shut down after 10 minutes.
A
B

Octave V 80 SE Specifications

General

Brand	Octave
Model	V 80 SE
Category	Amplifier
Language	English