Musical Fidelity A-3 Integrated Owners manual
A3
DUAL MONO INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Thank you for purchasing the Musical Fidelity
A3 remote control integrated Amplifier.
Used properly and carefully, it should give you many
years of outstanding musical reproduction.
The A3 operates in Class A/B which in our experience
offers the ultimate in musical accuracy and pleasure.
The A3 is based on ideas and principles developed
in the legendary X-A1 Integrated amplifier
but with subtle changes and improvements.
Aesthetically, the A3 is a perfect match for the
A3 CD player and the A3 Tuner.
Together, they form one of the finest hi-fi systems
that you can own today.
Dust regularly with a soft duster or soft brush but be
careful when using cleaning or polishing agents - they may
harm the surface finish.
If you have any questions about anything in your
audio system, please consult your dealer who is there to
help and advise you.
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A3 Instructions for Use. Page 1 of 9
SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT!
This unit is supplied in the UK with a mains lead fitted with a moulded 13 amp plug.
If, for any reason, you need to cut off this plug, please observe the following safety precautions.
Please dispose of the cut-off plug safely. It must not be plugged into a mains power supply.
The wires in the mains lead supplied with this appliance are coloured in accordance
with the following code:
Green and yellow..............Earth
Blue...............................Neutral
Brown................................Live
WARNING - This appliance must be earthed
As the colours of the wires of the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug
which is marked with the letter E or coloured green or green-and-yellow, or by the earth
symbol.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the
letter L or coloured red.
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the
letter N or coloured black.
If connecting to a BS1363 plug, a 10 amp fuse must be used.
WARNING - Radio Frequency Interference (RFI)
This hi-fi product has been tested to ensure that its operation will not be adversely affected by
normal background levels of RFI. It is possible that if this product is subjected to abnormally
high levels of RFI the unit may be susceptible and not perform as expected. In the unlikely
event of this happening on a regular basis, please contact Musical Fidelity's service department.
The unit has also been tested to ensure that it does not radiate excessive levels of RFI that could
affect other pieces of electronic or electrical equipment.
The electronics in modern hi-fi equipment is complex and hence may be damaged by lightning.
It is possible that during electrical storms the operation of some equipment may be adversely
affected. For complete protection of your hi-fi system during such storms, mains plugs and aerial leads should be disconnected.
Always ensure that when disconnecting and reconnecting your hi-fi equipment the mains
supply is switched off.
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A3 Instructions for Use. Page 2 of 9
GENERAL ADVICE
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS and USER INFORMATION
Your new A3 is designed and built to provide trouble-free performance but as with all electronic
devices it is necessary to observe a few precautions.
Heed all warnings on the back of the unit.
Only connect the A3 to a mains outlet of the voltage marked on the back of the unit.
A3 will operate in accordance with its specifications as long as the environmental conditions are kept in the following ranges:-
Temperature 5 to 45 degrees Celsius
Humidity 10 to 90% non condensing
Position the mains lead, speaker leads and signal interconnects where they are not likely
to walked on or trapped by items placed on them.
Do not use near water. The unit shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the unit.
Do not place the unit near direct heat sources such as radiators or other equipment that
produces heat.
Do not place the unit where it can be subjected to direct sun-light.
Do not remove any covers or try to gain access to the inside. The warranty is invalid if
the unit has been tampered with. There are no user adjustments within. Refer all service
work to an authorised Musical Fidelity agent.
Dust regularly with a soft duster or soft brush but be careful when using cleaning or
polishing agents - they may harm the surface finish.
There are fuses in the A3. In the unlikely event that one blows, take your unit to your
audio dealer. Do NOT try to replace the fuse yourself or you will invalidate the warranty.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the unit.
ATTENTION:- This amplifier can run at high temperatures. Under no circumstances
place anything over the unit, such as newspapers or clothing. Under no circumstances
place anything under the unit between the feet. Position in a well ventilated area.
Keep out of reach of children.
For battery disposal, refer to the manufacturers instructions.
Important! Unauthorised opening of the equipment will invalidate any warranty claims.
Note: To help your dealer identify your amplifier if after-sales service is required, please quote
the serial number located on the rear panel of the unit.
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