Focal ARCHE Manuel D'utilisation page 22

ARCHE
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U s e r m a n u a l
Quick-start guide:
1. Connect the audio signal from the source to Arche, using the digital (USB, TOSLINK) or analogue inputs.
2. Connect Arche to an earthed socket using the power cable supplied. Arche is compatible with an
alternating current operating range of between 85 and 265 V.
3. Switch on the audio source and check that the output level of the audio source connected to Arche is
set to 0dB or its maximum output level.
5. Switch on Arche.
6. Connect a set of headphones to one of the outputs on the front (1/4" - 6.35mm stereo jack or 4-pin XLR
jack).
7. Increase Arche's output level until you reach the required volume.
8. Once you have finished your session, we recommend switching off the equipment in the following order:
a. Switch off Arche.
b. Switch off the audio sources.
Arche
ATTENTION :
The amplifier part of Arche is not suitable for electrostatic headphones.
Arche is a digital-to-analog audio converter as well as a headphone amplifier. The digital-to-analog
converter is compatible with sampling frequencies of up to PCM 32 bit/384kHz and up to DSD256 11.28MHz.
You can use the multifunction button on the front to navigate through the various menus and settings
available, and to manage the output level for the amplifier.
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