Chord Electronics TToby User Manual

Chord Electronics
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TToby

Manual

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Contents 0.0

1.0 Safety instructions 03

1.1 Introduction 04

1.2 Protection against liquids & heat 05

1.3 Dismantling & Radio 06
frequency interference

1.4 Connecting your equipment 07

3.0 Getting to know TToby 17

3.1 Getting to know TToby 18

3.2 The front panel 19

3.3 The top panel 20

3.4 The rear panel 21

2.0 Warranty 08

2.1 Warranty period & registering 09
your purchase

2.2 Making a claim & warranty exclusions 10

4.0 Setting up TToby 23

4.1 Placement 24

4.2 Connecting TToby to 25
ancillary equipment

4.3 Line level inputs 26

4.4 Audio outputs 27

4.5 Power-on sequence 28

4.6 Earthing issues in Europe 29

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Contents

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Safety instructions 1.0

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Protection against liquids & heat

1.3 Dismantling & Radio Frequency interference

1.4 Connecting your equipment

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Safety
instructions

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Introduction 1.1

TToby is a compact
and incredibly dynamic
power amplifier.

Before operation, we strongly
advise that you read this user
manual thoroughly, storing it in a
safe place along with your original
receipt of purchase, in case you
should require assistance in the
future.

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Protecti on agai nst
liqui ds & heat

1.3 D ismantling & r adio frequen cy
interference

1.4 Connecting your equipment

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1.1 Introduction

1.2 Protecti on agai nst
liqui ds & heat

1.3 D ismantling & r adio frequen cy
interference

1.4 Connecting your equipment

Protection against
liquids & heat

The TToby is not
protected against liquids

of any kind. Never place
containers of liquid on TToby.
Never allow TToby to come
into contact with moisture or
liquids; doing so could result in
electrocution or damage to the
TToby’s internal circuitry.

Be aware that liquids, including
water that has dried, can leave
minerals that can aect the
PCB and other components,
which could eventually lead to
oxidisation and short-circuiting.

If the TToby comes into contact
with moisture or liquids,
immediately disconnect from
the mains power supply, and
connected equipment, and
contact Chord Electronics for
further advice.

1.2

The TToby has internal
thermal protection which

will increase the speed
of the cooling fans if excessive
temperatures are being reached.
Should this occur then check that
TToby has adequate ventilation
and/or reduce the volume level
until TToby has cooled and the
fans slowed.

Never operate the TToby near
sources of heat or naked flames
as this will decrease the lifespan
of the internal components. It is
advised that you do not operate
the TToby in an area of direct
sunlight or on top of significant
heat- producing devices.

Please be aware that it is entirely
normal for the TToby to become
warm during use, particularly
within a stacked configuration.
If you are concerned about the
temperatures, please switch
the device o and consider a
dierent placement.

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1.1 Introduction

1.2 Protecti on agai nst
liqui ds & heat

1.3 D ismantling & r adio frequen cy
interference

1.4 Connecting your equipment

Dismantling & radio
frequency interference

There are no user­serviceable components

within the TToby or
its power supply. Dangerous
voltages/currents exist within
the TToby and its power
supply, posing a severe risk of
electrocution and/or fire.

Never attempt to
open, dismantle or

apply internal third­party devices to it or insert
anything other than the listed
interconnects or speaker cables
within this user manual.

If the TToby develops a fault or
the casework becomes damaged,
immediately disconnect from
the mains power supply and
connected equipment and
contact Chord Electronics for
further advice.

1.3

With a thick, solid aluminium
chassis, TToby’s casework
largely protects the sensitive
internal circuitry from radio
frequency interference. However,
for optimal performance, it is
recommended that the following
points are observed:

1.Consider placing the
TToby away from
wireless routers.

2.Separate the
TToby from
amplifiers using

toroidal transformers.

3. Operate mobile
phones at a distance
to avoid interference.

Although the TToby
is largely shielded, it

can generate radio
frequency interference that
may have an eect on radio
and television reception. If this
occurs, please reconsider your
placement.

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Connecting your equipment 1.4

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Protecti on agai nst
liqui ds & heat

1.3 D ismantling & r adio frequen cy
interference

1.4 Connecting your equipment

Before connecting the TToby
to any equipment, consult the
manufacturer’s user guide to
confirm compatibility.

When connecting the TToby to
any equipment please make sure
that all devices are o, including
the TToby.

Once connected, switch all
equipment on starting with
the source and ending with the
amplification.

Initially, operate the any
connected equipment on its
lowest gain setting and lowest
volume setting, gently increasing
to a comfortable listening level.

Never operate connected
equipment to the TToby
at excessive sound levels;
permanent hearing damage and
loss can occur.

If the power supply is
prematurely disconnected TToby
may still remain active for up to
15 seconds, however, this may
cause damage to connected
equipment.

WARNIN G: Never
disconnect t he

power ca ble during
operation. Only disconnect
when T Toby is o. If the
power ca ble is di sconn ected
durin g operation there is a
risk of damage to connec ted
equipment.

The included 10A Mains IEC cable
lead plugs into the TToby.

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