PS Audio Sprout100, Owner'S Reference Manual

Page 1: ... 4826 Sterling Drive Boulder CO 80301 PH 1 800 PSAUDIO www psaudio com 15 067 21 1 Rev A 2018 PS Audio Inc All rights reserved Owner s Reference Sprout100 Sprout100 ...

Page 2: ... 4826 Sterling Drive Boulder CO 80301 PH 1 800 PSAUDIO www psaudio com 15 067 21 1 Rev A 2018 PS Audio Inc All rights reserved Owner s Reference Sprout100 Welcome Sprout100 1 ...

Page 3: ...int where they exit from the apparatus Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time When making connections to this or any other component make sure all components are off Turn off all systems power before connecting the PS Audio component to any other component Make sure all cable terminations are of the highest quality There are no user serviceable fuses ...

Page 4: ...saudio com 15 067 21 1 Rev A 2018 PS Audio Inc All rights reserved Owner s Reference Sprout100 Table of Contents 3 Warnings Welcome Table of Contents Introduction Specifications Operating Guide Troubleshooting Warranty Notes 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 16 17 20 21 24 25 26 ...

Page 5: ...imidating it should also appeal to those who have been there done that and seek a better simpler way to play music in their home But at PS Audio we believe enjoying Live Sound is more journey than destination Live Sound is our philosophy Our ethos At PS Audio we are always inspired by new technologies We seek out and seize opportunities to better our products performance and to better your experie...

Page 6: ...100 240VAC 50 60Hz with auto detect you can take your new integrated amplifier abroad for maximum flexibility By adapting new high resolution low distortion topologies a beefy 240 watt power supply and bleeding edge ICEpower amplifier technology Sprout100 offers increased headroom lower noise floor and extended and nuanced frequency response Z feedback innovations reveal temporal accuracy and incr...

Page 7: ... 1 PCM 96KHz max 24 bits USB type B 1 PCM 384KHz max 24 bits DSD64 DoP DSD128 DoP Bluetooth w Antenna Audio Outputs RCA Analog Unbalanced 1 stereo pair RCA Mono Subwoofer 1 summed output Headphones 1 4 Stereo TRS Stereo Speaker Outputs Banana Jack Type Mechanical Product Width 6 2 Product Height 1 9 Product Depth 8 2 chassis only not including knobs 9 2 including connectors and knobs Weight 2 9lbs...

Page 8: ...HD 0 01 1W 1KHz into 4Ω Frequency Response 1dB 1VRMS out 20Hz 20Khz into 4 8Ω Signal to Noise 100dB at max power into 4Ω Headphone Output Power 32Ω 500mW 300Ω 125mW THD 0 01 1KHz 50mW into 32 Ω Signal to Noise 105dB at max power into 300Ω Analog Output Maximum Output 3 0VRMS 9 5dBV THD 0 01 1VRMS 1KHz Signal to Noise 105dB 3VRMS ref Phono Input Cartridge Type Moving Magnet Cartridge Output 3mV 10m...

Page 9: ... 4826 Sterling Drive Boulder CO 80301 PH 1 800 PSAUDIO www psaudio com 15 067 21 1 Rev A 2018 PS Audio Inc All rights reserved Owner s Reference Sprout100 8 Operating Guide ...

Page 10: ... com 15 067 21 1 Rev A 2018 PS Audio Inc All rights reserved Owner s Reference Sprout100 9 14 067 58 X MPP B Sprout II Front Panel 5 1 2 3 4 Front Panel View 1 2 3 4 5 1 4 Headphone output Input Selector Knob Volume Knob IR Sensor LED Status Indicator Operating Guide ...

Page 11: ...rved Owner s Reference Sprout100 10 14 067 59 X MPP B Sprout II back panel 1 3 9 1 7 5 11 4 10 2 8 6 10 11 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 7 Rear Panel View Right Speaker Output Optical Input Left Speaker Output Bluetooth Antenna Ground Terminal AC Power Input Vinyl Input Subwoofer Output Analog Output USB Input Analog Input Operating Guide ...

Page 12: ...100 has four inputs Vinyl Analog Digital Bluetooth Sprout100 does not have a dedicated AC mains switch As such it is recommended to make all input and output connections before connecting the AC mains voltage Sprout100 has an LED indicator to display different playback conditions White Sprout100 is on with Bass boost enabled Blue Sprout100 is on with Bass boost disabled Dim White Blue Sprout100 is...

Page 13: ...ograms like TIDAL or iTunes Using a standard USB 2 0 certified cable connect Sprout100 to your computer s USB port Then be sure to select the digital input on the front panel If you are running a Mac computer or a Windows 10 PC the driver for Sprout100 is built in If you are instead on a Windows 8 1 or earlier computer you will need to download and install the USB driver To download the USB driver...

Page 14: ...ransceiver You will need to select the Bluetooth input on the input selector to enable this input Sprout100 s Bluetooth transmitter will broadcast its ID automatically You only need to enable Bluetooth on your device and select Sprout100 from the available devices To use Sprout100 for vinyl the vinyl input must be connected only to a turntable The vinyl input on Sprout100 was optimized for 5 6mV m...

Page 15: ...output Whatever you are listening to on Sprout100 will be available on this output Many system pairs benefit from the addition of a subwoofer which serves to augment the low bass giving a much richer full range musical sound Most subwoofers have RCA input connections Sprout100 s subwoofer output is the single ended summed Right Left channel signal and is ideal for Subwoofer with an RCA input and b...

Page 16: ...If you were to attempt to ground the black output the unit will possibly go into protection as soon as music is played Protection mode is indicated by a Red LED on the front panel NOTE The amplifier has a DC voltage that is present between all of the speaker output jacks and the chassis DO NOT attempt to connect or disconnect speakers while the power cable is plugged in Doing so could damage your ...

Page 17: ...rk with any AC voltage supply from 100 240VAC 50 60Hz To power on Sprout100 you simply need to press the volume button The indicator light will illuminate Press the volume button once more to power it down into standby mode Sprout100 will save your volume level when switched into standby mode As well Sprout100 will save your bass boost setting NOTE Sprout100 reverts back to its factory volume and ...

Page 18: ...ll always override TOSLINK To allow the TOSLINK input to function turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable Make sure that you have the Digital input selected It is important to minimize potential Bluetooth interference from some household appliances such as some power sources or other wireless devices 2 4 GHz or 5 GHz phones Microwave ovens Direct Satellite Service DSS Wireless speakers C...

Page 19: ... the hum in your speakers go up and down with volume Take note so we can come back to this answer Question 2 Using the front panel input select knob select different inputs Does the hum go away Is it only audible with vinyl selected or all inputs Question 3 Disconnect all inputs Remove the cables connecting the receiver power amplifier or device powering your speakers Only the speaker cables louds...

Page 20: ...now be gone Once identified you can either replace that piece of gear or read our extended hum fixing guide found here http www psaudio com ps_how how to find and fix hum extended Yes to question 3 If steps 1 and 2 were no but removing all inputs eliminates the hum it is likely you have what is called a ground loop Ground loops are common when video equipment is connected In particular a cable TV ...

Page 21: ...eference Sprout100 If you simply cannot solve the issue you are having you are encouraged and welcome to contact us directly We are more than happy to assist you with any problem you are having 720 406 8946 1 800 PSAUDIO Or email our team for a prompt written reply at Service psaudio com If All Else Fails Email Phone Troubleshooting 20 ...

Page 22: ...e completed online by phone by mail or by email You may wish to sign up for PS Audio s monthly newsletters specials product updates and or Paul s Daily Posts What Does this Warranty Cover This warranty covers defects in material and workmanship for products purchased from PS Audio or its authorized dealers and agents What Will PS Audio Do to Correct the Problem In the event your product fails your...

Page 23: ...nconsistent with PS Audio s operating instructions available for download at psaudio com Lack of routine maintenance Connection to an improper voltage supply Alterations or modifications to the unit Improper or unauthorized repair including repairs not authorized by PS Audio or a PS Audio authorized repair center Fire lightning flood acts of God or other contingencies beyond the control of PS Audi...

Page 24: ...oduct The warranty may be transferred to a subsequent purchaser during the 3 year warranty period To do this you must contact PS Audio directly to set up transfer of registration How Do I Get Warranty Service To locate an authorized PS Audio repair center for service assistance or for help with the operation of a product or just for information please contact PS Audio customer support Warranty Ser...

Page 25: ...y packaging to return your product after a repair How State Law Applies This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Warranty Service Outside of the US PS Audio has authorized distribution in many countries of the world In each country the authorized importing distributor has accepted the responsibility for warranty of products sol...

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