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Ayre AX-5Owner’s ManualIntegrated Amplifier

Refer to your notes describing which sourcecomponents are connected to which numberedinput.Use the right-hand knob to scroll to the desirednumbered in

Re-Entering Basic Setup ModeTo re-enter the basic setup mode to make changes tothe names of inputs, make sure that the amplifier isin the low-power co

Controls andOperationIncluded with the Ayre AX-5 is a remote-controlhandset. Illustrations of the controls on theamplifier are shown to the far left,

Volume ControlThe volume level may be controlled with either theright-hand knob or the remote-control handset,displaying the volume setting on the fro

AX-5 to “zero” while retaining the current volumesetting in memory. Pressing either button a secondtime restores the volume to the previous level.When

Tape Outputs/Basic Setup ModeThe left-hand button on the AX-5 activates twofunctions—the tape outputs and the basic inputsetup mode.Tape OutputsThe ta

Display BrightnessThe brightness of the front-panel display may becontrolled via the remote control. There are threebrightness levels and a “display o

Disc Player ConfigurationAs shipped from the factory, the remote controlhandset is configured to operate the Ayre C-5xeMPdisc player. The button with

The remote handset may also be easily configuredto operate either the Ayre CX-7eMPCD player,C-5xeMPStereo Universal player, or DX-5Universal A/V Engin

Optimization andCustomizationIn most audio systems, the AX-5 amplifier onlyrequires that the desired inputs be activated bynaming them. Each source co

To enter the advanced setup mode, make sure thatthe amplifier is in the low-current consumptionstate (green LED illuminated on the right-handbutton).

Custom NameA custom name (up to 3 characters) may be createdas follows:1) From the advanced set up menu, rotate theleft-hand knob to scroll to the sel

The gain offset offers an adjustment from +0 dB to+6 dB in 1.5 dB increments. Therefore the sourcecomponents with lower output levels may beboosted to

The chosen input is now programmed for ProcessorPass-Through operation, disabling the nowredundant volume control of the AX-5. When thatinput is selec

However, in certain extremely rare situations, it ispossible that the AyreLink communication systemwill require adjustments to the configurationsettin

In this case there is no default AyreLink code thatwould select this input.To address these issues, the setup menu allows eachnamed input to be associ

Overall GainThe volume control for the AX-5 amplifiercomprises a 69 dB range. For most audio systemsthis will provide more than enough range, allowing

easily configured to operate an Ayre CX-7eMPCDplayer (or other disc player that utilizes the RC-5remote control protocol), or also an Ayre DX-5Univers

then in turn control amplifiers linked by theAyreLink communications system. Connect theAyreLink ports of your components in a daisy-chainfashion as d

During level-sensitive operation, applying a voltageto the trigger input will set the amplifier to the“Operate” mode. When the applied voltage drops t

Table ofContentsWelcome to Ayre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Connections and Installation . . . . . . .

Numbers andSpecificationsPower Output 125 watts per channel continuous into 8 ohms250 watts per channel continuous into 4 ohmsMaximum Input Level 8 V

In Case ofTroubleThe Ayre AX-5 provides comprehensive protectionfor both your amplifier and loudspeakers, includingfaults that may occur in your sourc

Rail FusesFour internal power supply fuses protect both theloudspeakers from excessive current and theamplifier from short-circuits. If any of these f

DC OffsetThe Ayre AX-5 incorporates a circuit to detect thepresence of DC at the output terminals which couldbe harmful to the loudspeaker. In this si

Statement ofWarrantyNorth American WarrantyYour Ayre AX-5 integrated amplifier is warrantedagainst defects in materials and workmanship for aperiod of

North American Warranty Statement1. If any defects are found in the materials orworkmanship of this Ayre product within thewarranty period, the unit w

4. Ayre strives to manufacture the finest possibleequipment, and therefore reserves the right to makeimprovements on its products, without necessarily

A Place forNotesSerial Number:Purchase Date:Dealer:Salesperson:_______________________________________________________________________________________

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Connections andInstallationThe Ayre AX-5 is easy to use. The followingguidelines will ensure that the installation goessmoothly.As shipped from the fa

InputsWhen you have a choice, abalanced connection will offerslightly higher sound qualitythan a single-endedconnection.The Ayre AX-5 offers four pair

Do not connect the loudspeakeroutputs to any speaker switch-box,accessory, or test equipment that has acommon ground connection.Tape OutputsThe Ayre A

AC PowerThe AX-5 may be plugged directly into anunswitched wall outlet. Although proprietary RFI(radio-frequency interference) filtering is built into

Setup andConfigurationDue to the large number of available inputs (six) onthe AX-5, activating only the desired inputs allowsfor simpler operation of