Musical Fidelity KW550 User Manual

KW550

KW-SERIES TUBE INPUT INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Thank you for purchasing the Musical Fidelity KW550

This model uses our finely tuned pre- and power amplifier techniques to achieve both an excellent technical

specification and unparalleled sound quality, using a top quality 6SL7 tube line level preamplifier stage and

two monobloc power amps capable of driving over 550W.

The KW550 is a perfect answer to most integrated requirements in a single, beautifully engineered package.

Used properly and carefully, it should give many years of outstanding musical reproduction.

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 your audio system,

Please consult your dealer who is there to help and advise.

KW550

CONTENTS

PAGE Section
3

Safety information

- - Mains plug (U.K. only)
Modification warning

4 General advice

- - Installation precautions
User information

5 Disposal information

EU disposal information

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6 Installation

7

Facilities and connections

8

9 Remote control

Introduction

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Installation

-

Audio connection

-

Cleaning

- - Illustrations – Main unit front & rear panels
Illustrations – Power unit front & rear panels

- Operation and illustration

10 Amplifier connections

11 Amplifier operation

- Input connections, output connections

- Starting Volume, Phono, CD, AUX1,
AUX2, AUX3, TAPE, recording

12 Amplifier problems?

- Basic amplifier fault finding

13 Amplifier specifications

14 Manual history

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KW550

SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT! (U.K. only)

This unit is supplied in the U.K. with mains lead fitted with a moulded 13 amp plug. If, for any reason, you need to cut
off the plug, please remove the fuse holder and dispose of the plug safely, out of reach of children.

It must not be plugged into a mains outlet.

The wires in the mains lead supplied with this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code:

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 13 amp fuse must be used.

WARNING:
ANY MODIFICATIONS TO THIS PRODUCT NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED

BY MUSICAL FIDELITY WHO IS THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR
STANDARDS COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER'S AUTHORITY TO
OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT.

Green and yellow..............Earth

Blue................................Neutral

Brown.................................Live

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KW550

GENERAL ADVICE

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS & USER INFORMATION

Your new KW550 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 shown on the back of the product.

Only connect the KW550 to a mains outlet having the same voltage as marked at the back of the unit.

Always ensure that when disconnecting and reconnecting your audio equipment the mains supply is switched
off.

Position the mains lead and signal interconnects where they are not likely to be walked on or trapped by items
placed on them.

Do not use near water, or place water-filled containers on the KW550, for example, a flower vase or potted
plants. If water does spill inside, immediately pull out the mains plug from the wall socket and inform

your dealer, who should then check the unit before further use. Entry of liquid into the KW550 is
dangerous, and may cause electric shock or fire hazard.

Do not place the unit near direct heat sources such as radiators, direct sunlight or other equipment.

Do not remove any covers or try to gain access to the inside. There are no internal adjustments or fuses you
can replace yourself. Refer all service work to an authorised Musical Fidelity agent.

Note: Unauthorised opening of the equipment will invalidate any warranty cl aim.

Dust regularly with a soft cloth or soft brush but be careful when using cleaning or polishing agents - they may
harm the surface finish.

The electronics in modern hi-fi equipment is complex and may, therefore, be adversely affected or damaged by
lightning. For protection of your audio system during electrical storms, remove the mains plugs and disconnect any
aerial lead.

If after-sales service is required, to help your dealer identify the KW550 please quote the serial number located on the
rear panel of the unit.

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KW550

ITEM DISPOSAL INFORMATION

DISPOSAL

The crossed out wheeled bin label that appears on the
back panel of the product indicates that the product must not be
disposed of as normal household waste. To prevent possible harm
to the environment please separate the product from other waste to
ensure that it can be recycled in an environmentally safe manner.
Please contact your local government office or your retailer for
available collection facilities.

DISPOSITION

La poubelle sur roulettes barrées X, qui apparaît en logo
sur le panneau arrière du produit, indique que celui-ci ne doit pas
être traité comme un déchet domestique commun. Afin de protéger
l'environnement, ce produit électronique devra être géré
séparément et donc recyclé selon les nouvelles normes
Européennes Rohs concernant les déchets d'appareils électroniques.
Prière de contacter les services concernés gouvernementaux ou
votre point de vente pour l'élimination et l'enlèvement de déchets
électroniques équipés de composants électroniques.

DISPOSAL

La etiqueta cruzada hacia fuera del compartimiento que
aparece en el panel trasero del producto indica que el producto no
se debe reciclarse como basura normal de la casa. Para prevenir
daños posible al ambiente separe por favor el producto de otras
basura para asegurarse de que puede ser reciclada de una manera
ambientalmente segura. Entre en contacto por favor a su oficina
gubernamental local o a su minorista para las instalaciones
disponibles de la colección.

RIFIUTI

L'etichetta del cassonetto barrato riportato sul retro
dell'apparecchio indica che il prodotto non deve essere smaltito
tramite la procedura normale di smaltimento dei rifiuti domestici.
Per evitare eventuali danni all'ambiente, separare questo prodotto
da altri rifiuti domestici in modo che possa venire riciclato in base
alle procedure di rispetto ambientale. Per maggiori dettagli
sulle aree di raccolta disponibili, contattate l'ufficio govenativo
locale od il rivenditore del prodotto.

FACHGERECHTE ENTSORGUNG:

Das auf der Geräterückseite angebrachte Label deutet
darauf hin, dass das Produkt nicht mit konventionellem
Hauskehricht entsorgt werden darf. Um Schäden und
Verschmutzungen an Umwelt und Mensch zu vermeiden, muss das
Produkt fachgerecht entsorgt und von anderem Abfall getrennt
werden. Wenden Sie sich bei Fragen hierzu an Ihren Fachhändler
oder an eine öffentliche Informationsstelle.

AFVAL

Het label op de achterzijde van dit apparaat, een
afvalbak op wielen met een kruis doorgehaald, geeft aan dat dit
apparaat niet samen met gewoon huishoudafval mag worden
weggegooid. Om mogelijke schade aan onze leefomgeving te
voorkomen dient dit apparaat, gescheiden van gewoon
huishoudelijk afval, te worden afgevoerd zodat het op een
milieuvriendelijke manier kan worden gerecycled. Neem voor
beschikbare inzamelplaatsen contact op met uw gemeentelijke
reinigingsdienst of met uw elektronica leverancier.

HÄVITTÄMINEN

Yliruksattua jäteastiaa kuvaava tarra tuotteen
takalevyssä kertoo, että tuotetta ei saa käsitellä normaalina
talousjätteenä. Ympäristön suojelemiseksi on tuote pidettävä
erillään muusta jätteestä ja se on kierrätettävä ekologisesti
kestävällä tavalla. Ota yhteyttä laitteen myyjään tai Pirkanmaan
Ympäristökeskukseen lähimmän kierrätyskeskuksen löytämiseksi.

AFSKAFNING

Logoet med en skraldespand med kryds over på bagsiden
af apparatet indikerer at dette produkt ikke må kasseres som normal
husholdningsaffald. For at forebygge mulig skade på miljøet, bedes
De separere dette produkt fra andet affald, og sikre at det bliver
genbrugt på en miljørigtig måde. Kontakt venligst de lokale
myndigheder eller din forhandler for oplysning om nærmeste
tilgængelige opsamlingssted for elektronikaffald.

∆ΙΑ∆ΙΚΑΣΙΑ ΑΠΟΡΡΙΨΗΣ
ΤΟ ΣΗΜΑ ΜΕ ΤΟΝ ∆ΙΑΓΕΓΡΑΜΜΕΝΟ

ΤΡΟΧΗΛΑΤΟ ΚΑ∆Ο ΑΠΟΡΡΙΜΑΤΩΝ ΣΤΗΝ ΠΙΣΩ
ΟΨΗ ΤΟΥ ΜΗΧΑΝΗΜΑΤΟΣ
∆ΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ ΤΟ ΠΡΟΙΟΝ ΑΥΤΟ ∆ΕΝ ΠΡΕΠΕΙ ΝΑ
∆ΙΑΧΕΙΡΙΣΘΕΙ ΣΑΝ ΣΥΝΗΘΙΣΜΕΝΟ ΟΙΚΙΑΚΟ ΑΠΟΒΛΗΤΟ.
ΠΡΟΣ ΑΠΟΦΥΓΗ ΕΝ∆ΕΧΟΜΕΝΗΣ ΕΠΙΒΑΡΥΝΣΗΣ ΤΟΥ
ΠΕΡΙΒΑΛΛΟΝΤΟΣ, ΞΕΧΩΡΙΣΤΕ ΤΟ ΠΡΟΙΟΝ ΑΠΟ ΤΑ
ΑΛΛΑ
ΑΠΟΡΡΙΜΑΤΑ ΩΣΤΕ ΝΑ ΕΞΑΣΦΑΛΙΣΘΕΙ Η ΑΝΑΚΥΚΛΩΣΗ
ΤΟΥ ΜΕ ΤΟΝ ΠΡΕΠΟΝΤΑ ΤΡΟΠΟ.
ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΟΥΜΕ
ΥΠΗΡΕΣΙΑ ΑΝΑΚΥΚΛΩΣΗΣ Η ΜΕ ΤΟ ΚΑΤΑΣΤΗΜΑ
ΑΓΟΡΑΣ ΓΙΑ ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΕΣ ΛΕΠΤΟΜΕΡΕΙΕΣ.

ΝΑ ΕΠΙΚΟΙΝΩΝΗΣΕΤΕ ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΤΟΠΙΚΗ

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