TAG MCLAREN AUDIO 60iRv sl Owner's manual

Brand: TAG MCLAREN AUDIO

Model: 60iRv sl

Category: Audio amplifiers

Type: Owner's manual

TAG MCLAREN AUDIO 60iRv sl is an integrated amplifier that provides versatility and capability to upgrade to a separate system in the future. Users can enjoy its remarkable features, which include selecting inputs, adjusting volume, and muting output via remote control for added convenience. Additionally, its versatile input and recording selection allows users to record one piece of music while listening to another, making it an excellent choice for music enthusiasts and audiophiles seeking high-quality sound reproduction.

ground

aux tuner cd

left

right

left

right

1 outin 2

left

right

serial

number

220-240V

~ 50-60Hz

Fuse: T2.5A L250V

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made in United Kingdom integrated amplifier 60iRv

right channel left channel

OUTPUT OUTPUT

POWER

AMP PRE

AMP

left

right

out 3 in out 2 in out 1 in

TAPE SOURCE

fuse

carrier tape in/out

sockets

power amplifier

input sockets

ground

terminal

preamplifier

output sockets

input

sockets

loudspeaker

terminals (left)

loudspeaker

terminals (right)

ac supply

socket

60R 1234567

cd tuner

RECORD

aux

tape 1

tape 2

tape 3

aux tuner

INPUT

tape 1

tape 2

tape 3

pre mute

MODE VOLUME

integrated

pre-power

pre-power av

integrated amplifier 60iRv

record

selector knob mode

selector knob headphone

socket

power

LED

input

selector knob volume

knob power

button

mute

LED remote control

window

contents

02 welcome

08 key features

10 getting started

14 selecting an input

16 operating modes

21 volume control

22 muting

23 headphones

24 grounding

25 connecting loudspeakers

33 running in and warming up

34 care and maintenance

36 technical data

40 international standards

Specification shown may vary for different countries

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Now,this blend of talent and

expertise has been combined

with the award-winning

experience of Audiolab to create

a company with a technical

advantage and access to

resources second-to-none in the

high end audio industry -

TAG McLaren Audio.

TAG McLaren Audio has been created with

one aim in mind:to produce the best high-

fidelity audio and audio-visual systems

available.Now the first fruits of that

alliance are ready – a unique new range of

audio products.

Throughout the F3 Series development

process,quality,performance and

reliability have been paramount,resulting

in unparalleled performance, operational

excellence and sheer listening pleasure.

celebrating a TAG McLaren victory

All TAG companies perpetually strive

for,and achieve, excellence and high-

performance in every area of their

business.

These qualities are demonstrated in the

fastidious standards that make TAG Heuer

watches some of the world’s most

admired;in the teamwork that makes TAG

McLaren’s motor racing team one of the

most successful in Formula One;and in the

advanced electronics technology that

makes TAG Electronic Systems the first

choice for many Formula One constructors

and high-performance car makers.

Derek Scotland (on the left) – Technical Director

Peter Stevens – Chief Industrial Designer

Dr. Zucker – Chief Executive

welcome to a new partnership

..in hi-performance, hi-fidelity

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We are convinced it will give you many hours of

listening pleasure.

The 60iRv is a versatile,remote controlled,integrated ampliﬁer

which acts as the command centre for your entire audio system.

It can easily be conﬁgured to work as a high-performance

preampliﬁer,power ampliﬁer or integrated ampliﬁer,thus

allowing you to upgrade your system in the future without

losing the investment you have placed in it today.

versatile input

and recording selection

The 60iRv has six selectable inputs and

three outputs for recording.For added

convenience you can select inputs,adjust

the volume or mute the output by remote

control.A separate signal path is provided

for recording,with its own independent

input selector,so you can record one piece

of music while listening to another.

low intermodulation distortion

The theoretically-ideal amplifier

reproduces sound perfectly over an infinite

range of frequencies – starting from well

below the audible range and extending far

above the capabilities of human hearing.

Although sound outside the human hearing

range of approximately 20 to 20,000 Hz

cannot be heard,it can significantly distort

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Thank you for purchasing the TAG McLaren Audio integrated ampliﬁer 60iRv.

the quality of music reproduction through

an effect that audio engineers call

‘intermodulation distortion’.This type

of distortion moves imperfections that

originate outside the hearing range back

into the audible frequencies.To minimise

this effect,TAG McLaren Audio amplifiers

have a frequency response which extends

both above and below the range of normal

human hearing.

exceptional low-frequency response

The 60iRv uses two different technologies

to achieve fidelity at low frequencies.

The preamplifier section uses capacitors

to block the unacceptable Direct Current

(DC) while allowing the desirable sound

signals to pass through unimpeded.

TAG McLaren Audio has expended many

years of design effort on the special

integrated amplifier 60iRv

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large power supply (which accounts for

the high weight of the 60iRv) and highly-

specified output circuitry.The output

terminals are duplicated for your

convenience in case you wish to bi-wire

your loudspeakers.

future-proof

The 60iRv is future-proof.It is the perfect

ampliﬁer if you want to upgrade your audio

system at a later stage.The 60iRv circuitry

can easily be split into its separate

preampliﬁer and power ampliﬁer sections,

allowing you to use higher-grade component

units,such as our preampliﬁer PA20R or our

stereo ampliﬁer 100P.Even bi-amping,using

an ampliﬁer such as our 60P or 100P,

becomes a straightforward upgrade.

circuitry which, without compromising

sound quality,accommodates the high-

quality,low-distortion capacitors that must

be used.

straight line technology

In the power amplifier section, a feedback

circuit eliminates DC offset voltage and

allows the signal path to be direct coupled

without any capacitors.This arrangement,

which we at TAG McLaren Audio call

‘Straight Line Technology’, is easy to

describe but not easy to realise.The design

has taken our expert engineers years to

perfect.

supersonic high-frequency response

In order to reproduce high frequencies,

the 60iRv is constructed using highly-

rated,high-precision components.

The circuit has been painstakingly

designed to avoid any possibility of signals

picking up interference and to minimise

the effects of intermodulation.

sophisticated muting

The 60iRv has a sophisticated muting

system,which stops you hearing loud,

annoying switching noises and protects

the amplifier and loudspeakers.

substantial power

The 60iRv’s power rating of 60 watts is

very conservative,as the 60iRv can

typically provide 72 watts into 8 Ω,115

watts into 4 Ω,and 150 watts into 2 Ωfor a

short period. Performance of this calibre is

essential to drive even the least sensitive

loudspeakers without distortion,and has

been achieved through the use of a very

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The 60iRv combines the convenience of an

integrated amplifier with the versatility to

easily upgrade to separates at a later stage.

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‘Straight Line Technology’ with direct coupled signal and

feedback paths

Versatile integrated ampliﬁer, with relay-switched, independent

preampliﬁer and power ampliﬁer sections, giving a future-proof

upgrade path to higher-grade separates

High-quality audio components

Rated 60 W, typically 72 W into 8 Ωcontinuous (rated 95 W,

typ. 115 W into 4 Ωand rated 130 W, typ. 150 W into 2 Ωfor

short periods)

Mains supply interrupt monitor

Class A preampliﬁer stage

Direct input to power ampliﬁer section

Six line level inputs for: CD, tuner, auxiliary, and three tape

recorders

Independent input selection for listening and tape recording

Four pairs of loudspeaker terminals (for bi-wiring or multi-room)

Two low-impedance stereo outputs from preampliﬁer to allow

long cable runs

Three stereo outputs for recording

Headphone output for a wide range of impedances with

automatic muting when headphones are plugged in

Volume control and input selector can be operated manually or

by remote control

Remote control also operates selected TAG McLaren Audio F3

Series CD players

Sorbothane®sonic isolation feet, specially designed by

TAG McLaren Audio(1)

08 09

key features key features

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1. For the very best performance we recommend that our units are placed on

individual shelves and are not stacked one on top of another

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We know you are keen to get your 60iRv working. This section

will have you listening to your favourite music as quickly as

possible. If you fold out the front cover of this booklet you will

locate diagrams which will help you ﬁnd your way around

your 60iRv(1).

Make sure that all the components of your audio system are

disconnected from the AC supply whenever you change any

connections.

On the back of your 60iRv you will ﬁnd four pairs of loudspeaker

terminals, each pair consisting of one red and one black.

The terminals on the back of the 60iRv use BFA(2) sockets.

The BFA plug pushes into the middle of the terminal.

Use high-quality loudspeaker cable terminated in BFA plugs(3) to

connect the red(4) terminal of your right loudspeaker to one of the

red terminals marked OUTPUT right channel on the back of the

60iRv(5). Then connect the black terminal of your right loudspeaker

to one of the black terminals marked OUTPUT right channel on

the back of the 60iRv.

Connect the left loudspeaker to a pair of left channel terminals

in the same way.

before

you start

loudspeaker

terminals

loudspeaker

connection

10 11

getting started getting started

1. Throughout this instruction manual (except in titles), bold print indicates the

lettering that you will find on the panels of your 60iRv

2. In models for countries where the AC supply is115V, the terminals accept 4 mm

‘banana’ plugs instead of BFA plugs. 4 mm plugs are not permitted in Europe.

Please see page 25 for more details of the terminals

3. If you prefer to use a cable which does not have BFA plugs, please see page 26

4. If your loudspeaker terminals are not colour coded – red corresponds to positive

(+) or signal and black corresponds to negative (-)

5. Each pair of terminals is marked 1and 2. You can use either 1or 2; they are

connected together internally

6. The diagram is for illustrative purposes only; it is not to scale and does not show

all connections. Please see page 25 for more details on connecting loudspeakers

right channel

OUTPUT

left speaker

right speaker

outin

The diagram shows a

standard loudspeaker

arrangement(6)

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Turn the VOLUME right down (all the way anticlockwise).

Set the INPUT selector to the input to which you connected your

sound source.

Set the MODE selector to the integrated position(3).

Press the power button in. The blue power LED will come on.

Wait for about 20 seconds until the mute LED on the front panel

goes out(4).

Start playing your sound source.

Turn up the VOLUME, sit back and enjoy the music.

setting controls

switch on

You will need a source of audio signals (such as our CD player

CD20R or our tuner T20) to feed into your 60iRv. Use a good-

quality, screened phono-phono audio cable to connect the phono

output sockets of your sound source to the appropriate pair of

left and right sockets marked SOURCE aux,tuner,cd or TAPE in

1,in 2 or in 3 on the back of your 60iRv(1).

Check that the power button is out so that power is off when you

plug in(2). Using the cable supplied, connect the socket on the

back of your 60iRv to an AC supply outlet. For the best sound

quality, we recommend that you do not use multi-plug adaptors.

sound source

connection

power

connection

12 13

getting started getting started

1. The inputs for cd, tuner, aux, TAPE 1, TAPE 2 and TAPE 3 are all the same

electrically. They are named for your convenience

2. The power button is a latching switch. One press will hold it in, the next will

release it

3. The operating modes are explained on page 16

4. The output is muted when the power is switched on to allow all the voltages to

stabilize. This protects your 60iRv and your loudspeakers and prevents

unpleasant switching noises from upsetting your listening experience

aux tuner

INPUT

tape 1

tape 2

tape 3

pre mute

MODE

integrated

pre-power

pre-power av

VOLUME

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Your 60iRv has six line level inputs which can be selected by

name(1). The input for listening can be selected independently

from the input for recording so you can listen to one source and

record another at the same time.

The signal from your chosen input source will be ampliﬁed and

sent to the loudspeaker terminals, the headphone socket and the

preampliﬁer output. To select your source, turn the INPUT selector

until the mark on its side points to the name of the input that you

want to listen to.

You can also select an input for listening by pressing the button

on the remote control marked with the name of the input(3).

The remote control can also be used with selected TAG McLaren

Audio F3 Series CD players. For details, please see the separate

remote control instructions.

The signal from the input that you select for recording will be sent

to the record output sockets marked TAPE out 1, out 2 and out 3(4).

To select your source for recording, turn the RECORD selector

until the mark on its side points to the name of the input that you

want to record(5).

The record output is not affected by the muting or volume controls.

inputs for

listening

using the

remote control

inputs for

recording

cd tuner

RECORD

aux

tape 1

tape 2

tape 3

left

right

out 3 in out 2 in out 1 in

TAPE

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selecting an input selecting an input

1. The inputs for cd, tuner, aux, TAPE 1, TAPE 2 and TAPE 3 are all the same

electrically. They are named for your convenience

2. In some operating modes the preamplifier output is isolated (see page 16)

3. When you use the remote control, the INPUT knob on the front panel will turn

automatically to point to the input selected. Make sure that nothing interferes

with the free movement of the knob when you use the remote control

4. The TAPE out 1,out 2 and out 3 sockets are connected together internally and

are identical electrically

5. A loop is created if a tape recorder output and input are both connected to your

60iRv and the same tape recorder is selected as the record input. This may

cause feedback if your recorder is set to record. To avoid this possibility we

recommend that you select the input for recording before you set your recorder

to record.

aux tuner

INPUT

tape 1

tape 2

tape 3

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The highly-ﬂexible 60iRv will take you into the world of high-

performance audio separates. To provide full versatility, the 60iRv

consists of a high-ﬁdelity preampliﬁer and a high-performance

power ampliﬁer inside the same unit. The MODE selector controls

relays which connect the preampliﬁer to the power ampliﬁer and

to the outside world in different conﬁgurations, without affecting

the sound quality.

The function of each mode is explained on the following pages.

To select the operating mode, turn the MODE selector until the

mark on its side points to the name of the operating mode that

you require(1).

You can also use the MODE selector to mute the 60iRv (see

page 22).

Turn the MODE selector to integrated if you want to use the

preampliﬁer in conjunction with the power ampliﬁer in your

60iRv as one integrated unit.

In this mode, the output of the preampliﬁer is connected internally

to the input of the power ampliﬁer. The preampliﬁer output

sockets and the power ampliﬁer input sockets are both isolated

and cannot be used. The signal from your chosen sound source

will be ampliﬁed and sent to the loudspeaker terminals.

selecting

the mode

integrated

amplifier

mode

16 17

operating modes operating modes

1. As you change modes you will hear a clicking sound as the relays change their

settings

2. In this diagram, and those that follow, this symbol means that the relay

switch is open and the signals are blocked, while this symbol means

that the switch is closed and the signal is connected. The black lines show which

signal route is active

pre mute

MODE

integrated

pre-power

pre-power av

pre mute

MODE

integrated

pre-power

pre-power av

source

preamp power

amp

This diagram shows the

connections inside the

60iRv when it is set to

integrated mode(2)

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Turn the MODE selector to pre if you want to use your 60iRv as

a stand-alone preampliﬁer without the power ampliﬁer. You may

want to do this if, for example, you have another, higher-quality,

power ampliﬁer (such as our 100P).

In this mode, the power ampliﬁer section of the 60iRv is fully

isolated and switched off. To listen to your sound sources, you

need to connect the preampliﬁer output of the 60iRv to one or

more external power ampliﬁers.

Turn the MODE selector to pre-power av(1) if you want to use

the preampliﬁer and power ampliﬁer sections of your 60iRv

separately. The internal connection between the preampliﬁer

and the power ampliﬁer is opened. This mode is useful for

connecting external sound processors, such as surround sound

decoders or loudspeaker equalizers, between the preampliﬁer

and the power ampliﬁer.

pre-power

av mode

pre mode

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operating modes operating modes

1. av stands for audio visual

pre-amp out

(connect to external power amplifier)

source

preamp power

amp

sound

processor

preamp

out power amp

source

preamp power

amp

This diagram shows the

connections inside the

60iRv when it is set to

preamplifier mode

This diagram shows

the connections inside

the 60iRv when it is set

to pre-power av mode,

an optional sound

processor is shown

for illustration

pre mute

MODE

integrated

pre-power

pre-power av

pre mute

MODE

integrated

pre-power

pre-power av

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Turn the MODE selector to pre-power if you want to use the

power ampliﬁer in your 60iRv in conjunction with an external

ampliﬁer (such as our 60P or 100P), as part of a multiple

ampliﬁer arrangement (e.g. for loudspeakers in another room

or for bi-amping as described on page 29).

In this mode, as in the integrated mode, the output of the

preampliﬁer is internally connected to the input of the power

ampliﬁer. However, the preampliﬁer output sockets are also active

and can be used to send signals to another ampliﬁer. The power

ampliﬁer input sockets are isolated and cannot be used.

The VOLUME knob alters the signal level of the loudspeaker

terminals, the headphone socket and the preampliﬁer output(1).

It does not affect the output from the record sockets (TAPE out 1,

out 2 and out 3).

Turn the VOLUME knob clockwise to increase volume and

anticlockwise to decrease volume. When supplied with an input

with a peak level of 2 V rms (the typical output from a CD

player), your 60iRv gives its full rated output with the VOLUME

knob in the middle of its travel. Turning the knob past this point

may distort the sound and could damage your loudspeakers.

Alternatively you can use the volume + button on the remote

control to increase volume and the volume – to decrease it(2).

volume

pre-power mode

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operating modes volume control

pre-amp out

(connect to external power amplifier)

source

preamp power

amp

1. In some operating modes, the preamplifier output is isolated (see page 16)

2. When you use the remote control, the VOLUME knob on the front panel will turn

automatically. Make sure that nothing interferes with the free movement of the

knob when you use the remote control

VOLUME

This diagram shows the

connections inside the

60iRv when it is set to

pre-power mode

pre mute

MODE

integrated

pre-power

pre-power av

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muting headphones

The mute controls switch off the signal from the loudspeaker

terminals, the headphone socket and the preampliﬁer output.

They do not affect the output from the record sockets.

There are two ways of manually muting the output: you can use

the MODE selector on the front panel or you can press the mute

button on the remote control.

An LED on the front panel indicates that the 60iRv is muted.

Turn the MODE selector until the mark on its side points to mute

to switch off the output as described above.

Press the mute button on the remote control to switch the output

on and off(1). The output will also switch back on if you turn the

VOLUME knob.

The 60iRv also mutes brieﬂy whenever you change an INPUT or

a MODE until all voltages have stabilized.

muting using

the mode knob

muting using

the remote

control

automatic

muting

Turn the VOLUME down before you connect your headphones.

Insert the headphone plug into the 1/

4” (6.3 mm) stereo jack

socket on the front panel of your 60iRv(1).

When you plug in your headphones, the loudspeaker and

preampliﬁer outputs are automatically muted(2).

headphone

connection

loudspeaker

muting

1. If the 60iRv has been muted using the MODE selector then the mute button on the

remote control has no effect

1. If you want to use headphones which have the smaller 1/8” (3.2 mm) jack plug,

you should obtain an adaptor from your retailer. Remove the adaptor from the

socket when you are not using the headphones or the output will remain muted

2. Plugging in headphones also isolates the power amplifier input

pre mute

MODE

integrated

pre-power

pre-power av

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connecting loudspeakers

The AC mains supply normally operates at either 50 or 60 Hz

(depending on which country you are in). Under some

circumstances, this can cause an audible hum in your

loudspeakers.

Should you have any problems with hum in your system, please

contact your retailer.

To minimise the possibility of mains hum in your system:

do not link the ground terminals of separate audio units

together.

use screened cable for your signal connections and keep

the left and right channel cables close together.

All the units in the TAG McLaren Audio F3 Series are double

insulated and do not require safety ground connections.

Although a ground terminal is provided on the 60iRv, for your

convenience your system does not need to be connected to

ground (audio engineers call this ‘ﬂoating‘). However, if you want

to ground your system, please contact your retailer who will be

able to assist you.

grounding

avoiding hum

grounding your

system

right channel

OUTPUT

The connection between your 60iRv and your loudspeakers

is crucial to the sound quality of your entire audio system.

Please follow these recommendations to achieve the best results.

Your 60iRv is speciﬁed to operate with 8 Ωloudspeakers, but it

can be used with 4 Ωloudspeakers. The 60iRv may also be

connected to loudspeakers which have a transient impedance

of less than 4 Ω(1).

Always switch off your 60iRv before changing any connections.

Always use high-quality loudspeaker cable.

On the back of your 60iRv, you will ﬁnd four pairs of loudspeaker

terminals, each pair consisting of one red and one black

terminal. Two pairs are provided for each stereo channel (i.e.

right and left) to allow you to ‘bi-wire’ the loudspeakers as

explained on page 28.

loudspeaker

terminals

1. These ratings are for music signals only. If the 60iRv is amplifying a continuous

sine wave, an 8 Ωload must be used

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connecting loudspeakers

We recommend that you use loudspeaker cables terminated in

BFA plugs or spade terminals. These plugs are designed to ﬁt the

terminals on the back of the 60iRv(1). The BFA plug and socket

ensures that you cannot touch the high-voltage output conductors.

Screw the knob of the terminal all the way in and push the plug

into the centre of the knob.

If you do not have BFA plugs, you can use ‘spade’ connectors.

Unscrew the terminal enough to push the spade into the slot in the

side of the terminal, then tighten the terminal by hand. You should

not use tools to tighten the terminal; over-tightening will reduce

the sound quality.

If you choose to use bare wire, there is a hole in the side of the

terminal to accommodate it. Make sure that there are no strands

of wire sticking out of the terminal.

connection

methods

connecting loudspeakers

1. The BFA connector complies with current EU safety standards, which do not

allow the use of 4mm ‘banana’ plugs. 4mm terminals are permitted (and are

fitted to the 60iRv) in countries where the AC supply is 115 volts

standard

connection

The simplest way to connect your loudspeakers is to run a single

cable (consisting of two wires) to each one. For each stereo

channel connect the red terminal on the loudspeaker to the red

terminal on the 60iRv labelled OUTPUT 1(1). Repeat for the black

terminals(2).

If your loudspeaker has separate connections for high and low

frequencies, make sure these are linked together.

1. The pairs of terminals are marked 1and 2. You can use either 1or 2as they are

connected together internally

2. Connecting black to black and red to red ensures that the‘phasing’ is correct. If

this is wrong it can affect the sound. If your loudspeaker terminals are not colour-

coded, black corresponds to negative (-) and red corresponds to positive (+) or

signal. Please refer to your loudspeaker manual for details

3. This diagram, and those that follow, are for illustrative purposes only; they are

not to scale and do not show all connections

This diagram shows a

60iRv connected to

loudspeakers with a

single input(3)

right speaker

left speaker

lf outin

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With many high-quality loudspeakers, you can make separate

connections to the high- and low-frequency drivers(1). In such

cases, you may want to run separate cables for the high and low

frequencies as shown in the diagram. To do this, you will need

to remove the links, provided as part of the loudspeaker, which

connect the drivers. Please refer to your loudspeaker instructions

to ﬁnd out how to do this.

Bi-wiring provides separate paths for high- and low-frequency

signals, improving the sound quality in many cases.

bi-wiring

connecting loudspeakers

1. The ‘driver’ is the mechanism inside the case of the loudspeaker which actually

makes the sound. Most high-quality loudspeakers have drivers for high, low and

often middle frequencies and the capability to connect them separately.

However, the lack of this facility is not necessarily a sign of low quality (as some

of the finest loudspeakers in the world have proved)

connecting loudspeakers

To improve the sound further, you can use separate ampliﬁers

for high and low frequencies. This will allow you to increase the

volume without distorting the sound. As each ampliﬁer is

operating in a smaller bandwidth, intermodulation distortion

may also be reduced.

Set your 60iRv to pre-power and connect PREAMP out on the

60iRv to the input of a second power ampliﬁer (such as our

100P). Connect the 60iRv to the high-frequency drivers and the

100P to the low-frequency drivers(1).

1. This simple connection method works with any combination of TAG McLaren

Audio F3 Series amplifiers because they have matched gains. If you want to

connect a different manufacturer’s amplifier, you may need to use an active

crossover or a gain-setting facility. Please contact your retailer for advice if you

wish to do this

bi-amping

This diagram shows a

60iRv bi-wired to

loudspeakers

This diagram shows a

60iRv connected to a

TAG McLaren Audio

100P stereo power

amplifier for bi-amping

left speaker

right speaker

lf outin

left speaker

right speaker

out

outin

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If your second ampliﬁer is matched to your 60iRv (as is the case

with our 60P), you can connect it as shown here.

Set your 60iRv to pre-power av. On the 60iRv connect PREAMP

out 1 right to POWER AMP in right and also connect PREAMP

out 2 right to POWER AMP in left.Next, connect PREAMP out

1 left on the 60iRv to INPUT left on the 60P. Finally, connect

OUTPUT left to OUTPUT right on the 60P. On each ampliﬁer

connect one of the stereo outputs to the high-frequency driver

and the other to the low-frequency driver.

bi-amping

alternative

arrangement

connecting loudspeakers connecting loudspeakers

You may prefer to use two monoblocs(1) (such as our 125M), in

conjunction with your 60iRv. This arrangement has the added

advantage of allowing you to place each ampliﬁer close to the

loudspeaker it is feeding, thus enabling you to connect them

together with short cables.

Set your 60iRv to pre. Connect PREAMP out left on the 60iRv to

INPUT on one of the monoblocs and PREAMP out right to INPUT

on the other monobloc. Connect each monobloc to a loudspeaker(2).

1. A ‘monobloc’ is a single-channel or mono power amplifier

2. For the best sound quality, we recommend that you place each monobloc near

the loudspeaker it is feeding and use short loudspeaker leads. Use high-quality

phono leads to connect the amplifiers

using

monoblocs

This diagram shows a

60iRv connected to a

TAG McLaren Audio

60P stereo power

amplifier for bi-amping

This diagram shows a

60iRv connected to two

TAG McLaren Audio

125M monobloc mono

power amplifiers

left speaker

right speaker

outin outin

left speakerright speaker

outin

outin outin

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Some high-quality loudspeakers have separate drivers for the

middle frequency range as well as high and low. In such cases,

it may be possible (for details refer to your loudspeaker

instructions) to run separate cables for each frequency range

to tri-wire the loudspeakers.

If you wish to do this, you will need to connect two wires to one

terminal. We recommend that you use stackable BFA plugs for

this purpose. These are available from your retailer.

The arrangements described above, and on previous pages, are

only suggestions and do not cover all the connection possibilities

for ampliﬁers and loudspeakers.

If you want to expand your audio system, please contact your

retailer who will be happy to discuss your speciﬁc requirements.

tri-wiring

other multiple

amplifier

arrangements

connecting loudspeakers running in and warming up

TAG McLaren Audio equipment is designed to give optimum

performance for many years.

Just like a high-quality car, the performance of your 60iRv

will improve during the ﬁrst few hours of operation. The electronic

components will then have reached and settled down to near-

perfect speciﬁcation.

Every time you switch on your 60iRv, the performance will

improve until the components reach their optimum operating

temperature.

running in

warming up

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There is a fuse in the power socket on the back of your 60iRv.

To change the fuse, unplug the power cable and pull out the fuse

carrier drawer(1).

The fuse carrier contains a spare fuse; this is the ﬁrst one that

you see when you open the carrier.

There are no other user-serviceable parts inside the 60iRv.

In order to maintain the appearance of your 60iRv, you can

clean it as follows:

before cleaning, always disconnect your 60iRv from the AC

supply.

any grease or dirt on the case may be removed with a soft,

lint-free cloth moistened slightly with a mild solution of warm

water and detergent or washing-up liquid. Do not use any

other solutions. Do not use any solvents or abrasives.

take great care not to get any liquid inside the case. If this

happens, you should have your 60iRv serviced.

fuses

cleaning

care and maintenance

1. You cannot open the fuse carrier drawer while the plug is in the socket

care and maintenance

The only service you should do to your 60iRv is described on the

left. All other servicing should only be carried out by one of our

authorised service agents.

If service is required, please contact your authorised TAG

McLaren Audio retailer. If your 60iRv is still under guarantee,

please refer to the guarantee card which gives you details on

how to claim against the guarantee.

Please keep the original packaging and use it whenever your

60iRv is transported.

service

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technical data

100 Ωnominal

greater than 7.76 V rms

1kΩnominal

0 dB (i.e. the record output level is the same as the input level)

47 kΩnominal

782 mV rms (for full rated output)

29.0 dB at 1kHz

power amplifier

gain

preamplifier

signal to noise

preamplifier gain

60 W per channel into rated load impedance (8 Ω)

95 W into 4 Ωand 130 W into 2 Ωfor short periods

72 W per channel into rated load impedance (8 Ω)

115 W into 4 Ωand 150 W into 2 Ωfor short periods

20 kΩnominal

175 mV rms

(relative to 0.5 V rms preampliﬁer output)

9 dB at 1kHz

greater than 80 dB

(relative to 0.5 V rms preampliﬁer output)

preamplifier

input level

preamplifier

input impedance

rated output

power

(both channels driven)

typical output

power

(both channels driven)

This section is for those of you who really want to know the

‘insides‘ of your 60iRv. You will not miss out on any of the functions

or performance of your 60iRv if you choose not to read any further.

preamplifier output

impedance

preamplifier

maximum output

record output

impedance

record output gain

power amplifier

input impedance

power amplifier

input level

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technical data

10 – 35 ˚C

50 – 60 Hz

110 – 120 V or 220 – 240 V

The voltage is marked on the rear of the unit

less than 300 W

445 mm wide

75 mm high

350 mm deep

ac supply

frequency

ac supply

voltage

power

consumption

operating

temperature range

crosstalk rejection

channel separation

polarity (phase)

greater than 80 dB (relative to 0 dBW)

1Hz – 65 kHz

± 0.5 dB

less than 0.07%

greater than 60 dB at 1kHz

greater than 80 dB at 1kHz

non-inverting for all inputs and outputs

330 Ω(suitable for headphones of 8 Ω– 2 kΩimpedance)

total harmonic

distortion +noise

dimensions

(including feet,

terminals and controls)

We reserve the right to alter design and specification without notice

Specification may vary for different countries

frequency response

(-3 dB)

frequency response

(20 Hz – 20 kHz)

headphone output

impedance

power amplifier

signal to noise

The rated and typical performance applies when the mains supply voltage is either

230 V AC for 220 - 240 V units or 115 V AC for 110 - 120 V units

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