Once you decide on the placement of the amplifier module, and connect the power transformer using the supplied Power Umbilical, locate the power transformer module as far away from the listener as possible. The Power Umbilical will only go in one way so the assembly should be obvious. Align the plugs to the
If you have the optional Maximum Dynamic Headroom Reservoir (MDHR), place that on top of the amplifier module2, and connect the two using the short Power Umbilical supplied with the MDHR. Then, connect the power transformer module to the MDHR.
Before you plug the power cord in the power transformer, please make sure that you have the power transformer with the proper voltage for the country you are in. Taiwan, Japan and North America will require the 115V version. Most European countries and other Asian countries will require the 230V version. Also, make sure that you have the appropriate power transformer for the amplifier model that you have.
Connect the loudspeakers to the
Safety Information
1.Never try to disassemble the amplifier as you may be exposed to dangerous voltages. Even after turning the amplifier off and unplugging it from the wall socket, it will retain a lethal electrical charge for a very long time. There is huge energy storage in the power supply capacitors (and even more so in the MDHR!!).
2.Do not attempt to modify the amplifier. The device has been tested and adjusted for optimal operation and should give you years of
3.Do not connect/disconnect the power supply and power transformer from the amplifier module without turning the amplifier off first.
2Note that the rubber feet of the MDHR may mark the top of the amplifier module, but this is easily cleaned off using rubbing alcohol or “Goof Off”. However, please note that the placement and material of the rubber feet will serve to further damp the top plate of the amplifier module. Do not be tempted to use cones or other forms of isolation between the MDHR and the amplifier module. The top of the amplifier chassis holds the signal path.
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