Musical Fidelity X-LPSV8 manual Installation, Introduction, Power Connections, Audio Connections

X-LPSV8				INSTALLATION
INTRODUCTION	POWER CONNECTIONS
Congratulations on the purchase of the new X-LPS V8 phono	The X-LPS V8 requires a free mains socket for its power
preamp. Great attention has been paid to internal layout,	supply. The power supply then connects using its flying lead
isolating each circuit section to prevent possible interaction.	to the DIN 24V AC socket at the back of the unit. We advise
The unit features our highly refined low noise input amplifier	that you use only the supplied X-series adaptor for this unit,
circuit coupled with a low output impedance close tolerance	or a suitable Musical Fidelity power supply.
RIAA stage to improve record delivery and dynamics. Two	AUDIO CONNECTIONS
types of cartridge are catered for, moving magnet and moving
coil, to allow full choice in selecting preferred cartridge type	Inputs: Connect turntable cartridge input to RCA MM or MC
for the system.	inputs as required.
The resultant performance achieved by this unit is among the	(see	p.7 For more information). Use good quality fully
	connected (signal and ground) coaxial phono cables for all
best in the world. It has excellent signal to noise ratio, low
	signal connections.
distortion, wide bandwidth, huge dynamic range,
extraordinary resolution and fine detail.	Grounding post: Connect turntable ground lead (if present)
CLEANING	to green earthing		post. The	post		accepts bare		wire, spade
	connectors or 4mm banana plugs.
Before cleaning the unit, switch off power at the mains switch
	NB	grounding	apparatus	in	a	system	can	sometimes
and remove the mains plug from the wall socket.
	aggravate rather than alleviate				hum; some		experimentation
Clean the cabinet and remote control unit using a moist cloth.
	may be necessary to obtain ultimate noise levels. Remember
Using solvents, white spirit or thinners is not advised, as they
	especially with MC input, the X-LPS V8 is an extremely
could damage the surface finish.
	sensitive amplifier!
INSTALLATION	Outputs: Connect output sockets to a LINE level input e.g.
Position the X-LPS V8 on a stable, horizontal surface where
	AUX input on the amplifier/preamplifier.
there is no risk of it being knocked, or subjected to vibration
	The X-LPS V8 outputs provide a highly amplified LINE level
such as from loudspeakers.
	signal and MUST NOT be connected to a PHONO input
The X-LPS V8 must be protected from humidity - if the unit
is moved from a cold place to a warm room, leave the unit for
an hour or so to allow sufficient time for the moisture to
evaporate.

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