Aesthetix Janus Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 6)

It is possible for the phono section to overload the line section. Distortion on peaks is the most

obvious indication, but sometimes it can be a less obvious compression of dynamics and an

upper midrange hardness. Simply lowering the gain of the phono section will eliminate this

problem. The selected gain is stored in non-volatile memory and will therefore not be lost even

if the power is disconnected.

The mute button is active while in the gain adjustment mode.

The below chart shows the recommended gain settings by cartridge output level. These

recommendations will produce the best signal-to-noise ratio and lowest distortion. It is advised

to try one setting above and below the recommended value to determine the best setting for your

system.

Cartridge output level (millivolts) Recommended Gain Setting

Less than .2 75dB

.2 - .5 62dB

.6 - 1 56dB

1.1 - 2 50dB

2.1 - 5 44dB

5.1 - 7 38dB

LOADING ADJUSTMENT

Pressing the load button will show the loading for the phono section. Press the right side of the

display glass to decrease the loading (increased ohms), and the left side of the glass to increase it

(decreased ohms). The loading displayed is in ohms, and an H on the display indicates kilo

ohms.

The correct loading will be achieved when music has the right balance of dynamics, high

frequency extension and lack of glare or brightness. Generally speaking, less loading (higher

ohms) results in more high frequencies and more dynamics but can be too bright with some

cartridges. More loading (lower ohms) can reduce brightness but if overdone can result in

reduced dynamics and a dull, lifeless quality. Consult your dealer for loading recommendations

on the cartridge(s) you are using. The selected load setting is stored in non-volatile memory and

will therefore not be lost even if the power is disconnected.

The mute button is active while in the loading adjustment mode.

DEMAGNETIZER

Important note: Do not use the demagnetizer with a moving magnet (MM) cartridge. Damage

to the cartridge will occur.

Pressing the demag button will activate the cartridge demagnetizer for phono section. The

demag light will illuminate, the output will be muted and the demagnetizing signal will be

applied to the cartridge. When the demagnetizing cycle is complete, the demag light will

extinguish and normal operation will return. No buttons are active while demagnetizing.

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