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CHAKRA
Power Amplifiers
Owner’s Manual
Installation English
IInstallation
Unpacking
Each CHAKRA amplifier is supplied with the following accessories:
PMains lead
PSignal leads - lead type will suit amplifier's input connection (balanced or phono)
- one lead per amplifier channel (e.g. 4-channel amplifier will
receive 4 leads)
PWarranty card
PThis manual
Positioning
Ventilation requirements
Despite the efficiency of the design, your CHAKRA amplifier still requires to
dissipate considerable power in the form of heat. It should therefore be sited in a
position that does not restrict the airflow around it.
For best results:
PAllow at least 10 cm / 4" free space above and at each side of the unit.
PIf the unit is sited in a cabinet, air must be able to flow through from front-to-
back. An enclosed cabinet will severely restrict heat dissipation.
PEnsure that nothing is placed above or below the amplifier that might block or
restrict the vents.
PDo not place anything directly in front of the amplifier.
If the CHAKRA amplifier has inadequate ventilation and/or is played very
enthusiastically for a period of time, its temperature may rise above the designated
operating level and the affected channels will shut down until they have cooled
sufficiently.
Other devices
Ideally, your CHAKRA amplifier should not be located directly above or adjacent to other
heat-producing products such as radiators, other power amplifiers etc.
If multiple amplifiers are being used and space is restricted, placing them side by side is
preferable to stacking.
It is advisable to site your CHAKRA amplifier away from (and if possible connected to a
power socket on a different circuit from) powerful electrical or electronic products such
as TV sets, computers, cookers, fridges etc. This will prevent the possibility of the strong
electrical and electromagnetic emissions or interference given off by such devices
adversely affecting the performance of your amplifier.