Linn Chakra-C-5100, Chakra-C-4200, Chakra-C-4100, Chakra-C-3200, Chakra-C-3100 Owners Manual

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Linn Chakra-C-5100, Chakra-C-4200, Chakra-C-4100, Chakra-C-3200, Chakra-C-3100 Owners Manual

CHAKRA TM

Power amplifiers

English

C 2100 C 3100 C 4100 C 5100 C 6100 C 2200 C 3200 C 4200

Owner’s Manual

Important Safety Instructions

Explanation of symbols used on the rear or underside of the apparatus:

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 important operation, maintenance and servicing information in the instruction and service manuals.

For apparatus connected to the mains electricity supply

CAUTION

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER.

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

REPLACE THE MAINS FUSE IN THE PLUG WITH ONE OF THE SAME TYPE AND RATING.

DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN.

MAINS PLUGS

This apparatus 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 Live (Line) supply pin. The Blue wire must be connected to the Neutral supply pin.

The Green/Yellow wire must be connected to the Earth (Ground) supply pin.

Please contact your retailer or a competent electrician if you are in any doubt.

Refer to the rear or underside of the product for fuse and power consumption information.

Important Safety Information English

General Safety Instructions

1.Read these instructions.

2.Keep these instructions.

3.Heed all warnings.

4.Follow all instructions.

5.Do not use the apparatus near water, for example near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool etc.

6.Clean only with dry cloth.

7.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Site the apparatus so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the apparatus should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings, or placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.

8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised or grounding type plug. A polarised plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.Use only with the stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.

13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug has been damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15.Wall or ceiling mounting. Mount the apparatus to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

16.Power sources. Connect the apparatus to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or marked on the apparatus.

17.Mains plug. Use the mains plug to disconnect the apparatus from the mains supply. The mains plug must be accessible at all times. Use the mains switch (if applicable) when the apparatus is not in use.

18.Power lines. An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines.

19.Outdoor antenna grounding. If an outdoor antenna is connected to the apparatus, ensure that the antenna system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static build up. In the USA see article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 concerning installation requirements.

20.Telephone line. Do not connect the apparatus to a telephone line except where specifically instructed to do so.

21.Objects and liquid entry. Do not let objects or liquids fall into the apparatus. Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. Do not place a vessel containing liquid on top of the apparatus.

22.No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

23.The apparatus has been designed for use in moderate and tropical climates.

CHAKRA Power Amplifiers

Owner’s Manual

English Important Safety Information

UK USERS PLEASE READ THIS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Fuse replacement

This appliance is fitted with a non-rewireable 13 Amp mains plug. The plug contains a 10 Amp fuse. If the fuse has blown it can be replaced as follows:

a)Pull out the red fuse cover/carrier.

b)Remove and dispose of the blown fuse.

c)Fit a new 10 Amp BS1362 approved fuse into the carrier and push the carrier back into the plug.

Always ensure the fuse cover is fitted. If the fuse cover is missing do not use the plug. Contact your Linn retailer to obtain a replacement fuse cover.

Fuses are for fire protection and do not protect against electric shock.

Mains plug replacement

Should your mains plug need replacing and you are competent to do this proceed as follows. If you are in doubt contact your Linn retailer or a competent electrician.

a)Disconnect the plug from the mains supply.

b)Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely. A plug with bared conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket.

c)Only fit a 13 Amp BS1363A approved plug with a 10 Amp fuse.

d)The cable wire colours or a letter will be marked at the connection points of

most quality plugs.

Attach the wires securely to their respective points. The Brown wire must go to the Live pin, the Blue wire must go to the Neutral pin, and the Green/Yellow wire must go to the Earth pin.

e)Before replacing the plug top ensure that the cable restraint is holding the outer sheath of the cable firmly and that the wires are correctly connected.

WARNING

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive

Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council

The symbol (right) is shown on this product. It indicates that the product should not be disposed of with regular household waste, but should be disposed of separately.

Electrical and electronic equipment can contain materials that are hazardous to the environment and human health and therefore should be disposed of at a designated waste facility or returned to your retailer

for the appropriate recycling to take place (see www.linn.co.uk for further information).

If you wish to dispose of this product and the product still functions, please consider recycling/reusing it by donating it to a charity shop, selling it or part-exchanging it with your retailer.

CE Declaration of Conformity

Linn Products Ltd declare that this product is in conformance with the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC as amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC.

The conformity of the designated product with the provisions of Directive number 73/23/EEC (LVD) is proved by full compliance with the following standards:

Standard number	Date of issue	Test type
EN60065	2002	General requirements
		Marking
		Hazardous radiation
		Heating under normal conditions
		Shock hazards under normal
		operating conditions
		Insulation requirements
		Fault conditions
		Mechanical strength
		Parts connected to the mains supply
		Components
		Terminal devices
		External flexible cords
		Electrical connections and mechanical fixings
		Protection against electric shock
		Stability and mechanical hazards
		Resistance to fire

The conformity of the designated product with the provisions of Directive number 89/336/EEC (EMC) is proved by full compliance with the following standards:

Standard number	Date of issue	Test type
EN55013	2001	Conducted emissions
EN55013	2001	Absorbed emissions
EN55020	2002	Immunity

FCC notice

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CHAKRA Power Amplifiers

Owner’s Manual

Linn Products Limited, Glasgow Road, Waterfoot, Eaglesham, Glasgow, G76 OEQ, Scotland, United Kingdom

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the publisher.

Printed in the United Kingdom.

Trade marks used in this publication: Linn and the Linn logo are registered trade marks of Linn Products Limited. CHAKRA, AKTIV, and KLIMAX are trade marks of Linn Products Limited.

The information in this manual is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by Linn Products Limited. Linn Products Limited assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.

Linn Products Limited disclaims any proprietary interest in trade marks and trade names other than its own.

Manual part no: PACK 1006

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CHAKRA Power Amplifiers

Owner’s Manual

Contents
Introduction	1
The CHAKRA range	1
Features	2
Installation	3
Unpacking	3
Positioning	3
Connecting	4
Mains supply	4
Audio connections	5
Back panels (Phono)	7
C2100	7
C3100	7
C4100	8
C5100	8
C6100	8
C2200	9
C3200	9
C4200	9
Back panels (Balanced)	10
C2100B	10
C3100B	10
C4100B	11
C5100B	11
C6100B	11
C2200B	12
C3200B	12
C4200B	12

Contents English

Operation	13
General	13
Signal sensing	13
Protection	13
Technical Specifications	14
Guarantee and Service	15
Channel Configuration Table	17

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