Classe Audio SSP-600 Manuale utente

Owner’s Manual
SSP-600
Surround Processor
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Manuel du propriétaire
SSP-600
Préamplificateur/processeur Surround

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NOTICE
All of us at Classé take extreme care to ensure that your purchase will remain a prized investment. We are proud to inform you that all
Classé components have been officially approved for the European Community (CE) mark.
This means that your Classé product was subjected to the most rigorous manufacturing and safety tests in the world. The CE mark certifies
that your purchase meets or exceeds all European Community requirements for unit-to-unit consistency and consumer safety.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment gener-
ates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna;
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver;
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected;
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
The information contained in the manual is subject to change without notice. The most current version of this manual will be posted on
our web site at http://www.classeaudio.com.
Manufactured under license under one or more of the following patents: U.S. number 3,959,950, Canadian numbers 1,004,603 and
1,037,877.
THX and Ultra 2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of THX Ltd. Surround EX is a jointly developed technology of THX and Dolby
Laboratories, Inc. and is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Used under authorization. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
“DTS”, “DTS-ES Extended Surround” and “Neo:6” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
Marking by the “CE” symbol (shown left) indicates compliance of this device with the EMC
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and LVD (Low Voltage Directive) standards of the European
Community.
Classe products are designed to comply with international directives on the Restriction of Hazardous
Substances (RoHS) in electrical and electronic equipment and the disposal of Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE). The crossed wheelie bin symbol indicates compliance and that the
products must be appropriately recycled or processed in accordance with these directives.

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Important Safety Instructions
Caution:
Please read and observe all warnings and instructions in this owner’s manual and all those marked on the unit.
Retain this owner’s manual for future reference.
1. Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Do not open the cover for any reason. There are no user-
serviceable parts inside. An open unit, particularly if it is still connected to an AC source, presents a potentially
lethal shock hazard. Refer all questions to authorized service personnel only.
2. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to water or moisture. If a liquid does enter your
component, immediately disconnect it from the AC mains and take it to your Classé dealer for a thorough
checkup.
3. Do not place your component near any heat-producing device such as a radiator, stove, etc. Keep it away
from direct sunlight.
4. Connect your component only to an AC source of the proper voltage. The shipping container and the rear
panel serial number tag will indicate the proper voltage. Use of any other voltage may damage the unit and void
the warranty.
5. AC cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them. Do not stress the AC cord by stretching it to a plug. If damage does occur to the AC cord, take it
to your Classé dealer for a thorough checkup and proper repair or replacement.
6. If your component will be out of use for an extended period of time (vacation, etc.), you may wish to unplug
the power cord from the AC source to prevent any chance of problems from a voltage surge or lightning strike.
7. NEVER wet the inside of this product with any liquid.
8. NEVER pour or spill liquids directly onto this unit.
9. NEVER block air flow through ventilation slots or heatsinks.
10. NEVER bypass any fuse.
11. NEVER replace any fuse with a value or type other than that specified.
12. NEVER attempt to repair this product. If a problem occurs, contact your Classé dealer.
13. NEVER expose this product to extremely high or low temperatures.
14. NEVER operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.
15. ALWAYS unplug sensitive electronic equipment during lightning storms.
Please record the serial number for your new Classé component here for future reference.
Serial #: __________________

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Contents
Welcome to the Classé family ..........................................................................6
Unpacking and Placement ...............................................................................7
unpacking your surround processor .......................................................... 7
placement ................................................................................................ 7
ventilation ................................................................................................ 7
custom installations .................................................................................. 7
serial number ........................................................................................... 7
register your purchase! ............................................................................. 7
warm up/break-in period .......................................................................... 8
please read this manual… ........................................................................ 8
Operating Voltage ............................................................................................9
A Word About Installation ..............................................................................10
Special Design Features .................................................................................11
high-bandwidth video circuitry .............................................................. 11
transcoding ...................................................................................... 11
THX Ultra 2® ........................................................................................... 11
Re-Equalization™ ............................................................................ 12
Timbre Matching™ .......................................................................... 12
Adaptive Decorrelation™ ................................................................ 12
Advanced Speaker Array™ ............................................................... 12
THX Ultra 2 Music Mode ................................................................. 13
THX Ultra 2 Cinema Mode .............................................................. 13
Boundary Gain Compensation ......................................................... 14
flexible GUI ........................................................................................... 14
customizable volume control ................................................................. 14
highly refined circuit design ................................................................... 15
extensive listening tests .......................................................................... 15
extraordinary longevity .......................................................................... 15
Initial Setup ...................................................................................................16
Front Panel .....................................................................................................19
Rear Panel .....................................................................................................22
The Remote Control .......................................................................................31
Understanding Surround Sound .....................................................................33
how many channels? .............................................................................. 33
matrix or discrete? .................................................................................. 33
multichannel formats ....................................................................... 34
post-processing possibilities ................................................................... 34
multichannel formats ....................................................................... 35
Using the SSP-600 .........................................................................................36
source selection ..................................................................................... 36
mode selection ....................................................................................... 36
video preview ........................................................................................ 37
controls .................................................................................................. 37
system trims ..................................................................................... 38
zone control .................................................................................... 38
position select .................................................................................. 39

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The Menu System ..........................................................................................40
system setup ........................................................................................... 40
volume setup ......................................................................................... 41
rotary ............................................................................................... 41
max volume ..................................................................................... 43
startup volume ................................................................................. 43
mute setup ....................................................................................... 44
input setup ....................................................................................... 44
speaker setup ................................................................................... 47
profiles ............................................................................................ 49
triggers setup ................................................................................... 50
teach IR .................................................................................................. 50
display setup .......................................................................................... 51
brightness ........................................................................................ 51
timeout ............................................................................................ 51
language .......................................................................................... 52
OSD ................................................................................................ 52
temp. display ................................................................................... 52
volume ............................................................................................ 52
Dolby/DTS setup .................................................................................... 53
Dolby Pro Logic II ........................................................................... 53
DTS Neo:6 ....................................................................................... 54
remote Fkeys .......................................................................................... 54
cautionary note on Fkey use ............................................................ 55
status ...................................................................................................... 55
version info ...................................................................................... 55
sensors ............................................................................................. 55
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................56
Care & Maintenance ......................................................................................58
Specifications ................................................................................................59
Dimensions .................................................................................................118

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Welcome to the Classé family
Congratulations on your purchase of a Classé product. It is the result of many years of
continuous refinement, and we are sure that you will enjoy it for many years to come.
We value our relationship with our customers. Please allow us to stay in touch with
you by returning your warranty card now, before you pack up the shipping carton of
your new product and forget all about it. Doing so will enable us to let you know about
any possible future upgrades or updates that might become available for your Classé
component.
Sending in your warranty card also registers your product with us so that warranty
service can be obtained easily and quickly, even if you have mislaid your original sales
slip.
You will find the warranty registration card at the end of the separate warranty policy
booklet, enclosed.
Please take a few minutes to fill out the warranty registration card and
drop it in the mail. Or if you prefer you may register your purchase
online at www.classeaudio.com.

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Unpacking and Placement
unpacking your
surround processor
Carefully unpack your surround processor according to the supplied instructions, and
remove all accessories from the carton.
Important! Keep all packing materials for future transport of your Classé product.
Shipping your new component in anything other than its purpose-
designed packing material may result in damage that is not covered by
the warranty.
placement As with any surround processor, it is best to place the SSP-600 centrally within your
system, since it is the hub to which all other components are connected. It should also
be located at a convenient height for both visibility and use, since you generally interact
with your surround processor more than any other component (changing inputs,
adjusting volume, etc.).
Note that adequate clearance for the AC cord and connecting cables must be
left behind the SSP-600. We suggest leaving eight inches (20 cm) of free space
behind your surround processor to allow all cables sufficient room to bend
without crimping or undue strain.
Classé recommends that the unit not be placed directly on the top surface of a power
amplifier (or any other heat source).
ventilation Your Classé surround processor generates a certain amount of heat in the course of
normal operation. Be sure to allow three inches of clearance above it and three inches
to each side to allow heat dissipation through air circulation. Avoid placement on soft
surfaces that would restrict airflow (such as plush carpeting).
custom installations Drawings are included in this manual to facilitate special installations and custom
cabinetry (see the section Dimensions). An optional, purpose-designed rack mount kit is
available for this product. Contact your Classé dealer for more information.
serial number The serial number for your surround processor is found on the rear of the unit. Please
note and record this number on the page entitled Important Safety Instructions for your
future reference.
register your purchase! Having found the serial number, now would be a good time to fill out the registration
card. Please register your purchase so we can advise you of updates and other items of
interest.
It will take only a minute or so. Please complete the card now, before you forget.

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warm up/break-in period Your new Classé surround processor will deliver outstanding performance immediately.
However, you should expect to hear it improve somewhat as it reaches its normal
operating temperatures and its various components “break-in.” It has been our
experience that the greatest changes occur within the first 300 hours, as the surround
processor reaches thermal equilibrium and the capacitors fully form. After this initial
break-in period, the performance of your new product should remain quite consistent
for years to come.
The only exception to this rule is if the unit is unplugged for an extended period of time,
allowing it to cool down. Depending on the degree of cooling involved, you should
expect a brief warm-up period before the surround processor’s sound quality is at its best.
Unless your surround processor was allowed to become quite chilled, subsequent thermal
re-stabilization should not take long. Fortunately, you should never have to repeat the
initial 300 hour break-in period.
please read this manual… Please take a few minutes to review this manual, and to familiarize yourself with your
new surround processor. We understand that you are anxious to plug everything in and
get started. However, reading this manual and following the advice it gives will ensure
that you get all the benefits you deserve from having purchased such a fine piece of
equipment.

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Operating Voltage
The SSP-600 surround processor is set at the factory (internally) for 100V, 120V, 230V,
or 240V AC mains operation, as appropriate for the country in which it is to be sold.
(230V only in European Union countries, in compliance with CE regulations.) The
voltage setting may not be changed by the user.
Make sure that the label on the rear panel of your surround processor indicates the
correct AC operating voltage for your location. Attempting to operate your surround
processor at an incorrect voltage may damage the unit.
Warning: The voltage setting of your surround processor may not be changed by
the user. There are no user-serviceable parts within the unit. Please refer
any problems to an authorized Classé service center.
If the AC mains voltage indicated on your surround processor is incorrect, please contact
your local, authorized Classé dealer or distributor.
The SSP-600 can easily be powered by a normal 15-ampere AC mains line. If other
devices are also powered from the same AC line, their additional power consumption
should be taken into account.
The SSP-600 includes protection circuitry that will prevent the surround processor from
operating at dangerously high or low voltages.
• At startup: the AC mains voltage must be within a range of approximately -15%
to +10% of its nominal value at startup, or the surround processor will not turn
on. For example, a 120V unit requires the AC mains to be between approximately
95V–135V in order to turn on.
• Overvoltage during operation: if the AC mains voltage surges by roughly 10%
or more during operation, the surround processor will enter protection mode and
shut down. The standby LED (Light-Emitting Diode) will flash to indicate the
protection mode has been engaged. An error message will be displayed on the
LCD touchscreen.
• Under-voltage during operation: if the AC mains voltage sags by 15% or
more, the surround processor will continue to play (since this does not present a
particular danger to the surround processor), but note that it may not be able to
achieve its usual standard of performance under these compromised conditions.
The standby LED will flash to indicate the condition.

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A Word About Installation
Every effort has been made to make the Classé SSP-600 simple and straightforward to
install and use.
Still, we have no way to evaluate other variables such as the size and shape of your room,
its acoustics, and the associated equipment you have chosen to use with your surround
processor. All of these factors influence the ultimate performance of your system.
For this reason, we strongly encourage you to have your system
installed and calibrated by your dealer, whose experience, training,
and specialized equipment can make a profound difference in the final
performance of the system.
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