Linn Klout manual

OWNERS MANUAL LINN KLOUT[...]

Y ear 2000 Compliance Linn has used all reasonable endeavours to ensur e that the software in the pr oducts manufactured by it is capable of normal operation before, during and after 1 January 2000 and in respect of past, pr esent and futur e dates without r eplacement, alteration or upgrade (“Y ear 2000 Compliant”). Linn, however , gives no ex[...]

i IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION Explanation of symbols used in this manual and on the product: This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltages within the enclosure of sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of importance maintenance and serv[...]

ii MAINS PLUGS This appliance is supplied with a non-rewireable mains plug for the intended country . Replacement mains leads can be obtained from your Linn retailer . Should you need to change the plug please dispose of it carefully . A plug with bared conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket. The Brown wire must be connected to the Liv[...]

iii 11. Grounding or Polarization. Do not defeat the precautions taken to ground or polarize the supply to the appliance. 12. Power Cord Protection. Route power cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, power sockets and at the point where they e[...]

UK USERS PLEASE READ THIS IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. FUSE REPLACEMENT This appliance is fitted with a non-rewireable 13 Amp mains plug. The plug contains a 5 Amp fuse. If the fuse has blown it can be replaced: a) pull out the red fuse cover/carrier . b) remove and dispose of the blown fuse. c) fit a new 5 Amp BS1362 approved fuse into the carr[...]

1 USIC is very important for people. It stimulates the imagination, helps them relax, can change their mood, and of course provides entertainment and pleasure. A good hi-fi works well enough to deliver these benefits. It also helps you appreciate music you never thought you would. At Linn we devote our energy to improving standards of music reprodu[...]

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3 NTRODUCTION The Linn KLOUT power amplifier has many unique attributes which set new standards in both mechanical and electronic engineering. The KLOUT is designed to partner the Linn KAIRN pre- amplifier , from which it can be operated directly . The KLOUT is housed in a one-piece, solid extrusion, engineered to maximise strength and heat dissipa[...]

4 INST ALLA TION Unpack the KLOUT and retain the packing for future transportation. CAUTION T ake care when handling the KLOUT . It weighs 11kg and should be lifted carefully to avoid damage to yourself and the product. Do not stack a KLOUT with other products which will obstruct the airflow , or which cannot support the weight. W ARNING Never atte[...]

5 VENTILA TION Every power amplifier requires ventilation. Position the KLOUT in such a way as to allow free movement of air around the heatsinks. Up to five KLOUT s can be stacked on top of each other without risk of overheating. We do not recommend stacking the KLOUT on any other product. The KLOUT will automatically shut down if it gets too hot.[...]

6 CAUTION When passively bi-amping or tri-amping loudspeakers remove any connecting links that are at the speaker input terminals. Failure to do this will short the amplifier outputs together and may damage the power amplifier . OUTPUT CONNECTIONS Connection of the KLOUT to the loudspeakers should be made with a good quality cable. We recommend the[...]

7 ADDITIONAL CONNECTIONS T o operate the KLOUT via the KAIRN, connect the KAIRN REMOTE IN socket to the KLOUT REMOTE OUT socket. Additional KLOUT s can be chained using phono-phono interconnects from the REMOTE IN socket of one KLOUT to the REMOTE OUT socket of the next KLOUT . MAINS CONNECTION W ARNING The KLOUT must be switched off and disconnect[...]

8 NOTE As more KLOUT s are chained with the REMOTE link, the delay to switch on will increase by a few seconds per KLOUT . T o switch off manually , press the switch on the KLOUT to OFF From the KAIRN, simply switch off the KAIRN. When the KLOUT is switched off, the green indicators will light red after a brief delay before fading out. The KLOUT is[...]

9 GENERAL SYSTEM INST ALLA TION TURNT ABLES For best results a turntable should be placed on a small, light, rigid table, or alternatively wall mounted on a light, rigid shelf. CD PLA YER The KARIK and NUMERIK should be positioned on a level surface. Extensive internal screening in the KAIRN pre-amplifier , KREMLIN tuner , KARIK and NUMERIK facilit[...]

10 MAINTENANCE FUSE PROTECTION A fuse is fitted to the power input socket on the rear of the KLOUT . There is also a space to store the spare fuse provided. W ARNING The KLOUT must be switched off and disconnected from the mains before checking the fuse. If you require to check the fuse, unplug the mains cord and use a small screwdriver to open the[...]

11 GENERAL SYSTEM INST ALLA TION This product is guaranteed under the conditions which apply in the country of purchase. In addition to any statutory rights the customer may have, we undertake to replace parts which have failed due to faulty manufacture for a period of time. T o help us, please ask your Linn retailer about the Linn warranty scheme [...]

12 SPECIFICA TIONS DIMENSIONS Width - 320mm Depth - 326mm Height - 80mm (incl. feet) INPUT IMPEDANCE 5 Kilohms VOL T AGE GAIN 28.5 dB POWER OUTPUT 80 Watts per channel into 8 Ohms 160 Watts per channel into 4 Ohms POWER CONSUMPTION 840 V A maximum MAINS SUPPL Y/FUSE 220V/240V T3.15 Amps antisurge 100V/120V T6.3 Amps antisurge[...]

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