Linn Chakra Power Amplifiers User's Manual: Chakra 2100, 3100
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1. A English CHAKRA Power amplifiers LINN C 2100 C3100 C4100 C5100 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 A 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 The2. Other devices Ideally your CHAKRA amplifier should not be located directly above or adjacent to other heat producing products such as radiators other power amplifiers etc If multiple amplifiers are being used and space is restricted placing them side by side is preferable to stacking It is advisable to site your CHAKRA amplifier away from and if possible connected to a power socket on a different circuit from powerful electrical or electronic products such as TV sets computers cookers fridges etc This will prevent the possibility of the strong electrical and electromagnetic emissions or interference given off by such devices adversely affecting the performance of your amplifier CHAKRA Power Amplifiers GA Owner s Manual LINN Installation English Connecting Back panel connectors and switches 1 SPEAKER outputs Amplified output for connection to loudspeakers 2 GAIN adjustment For increasing or reducing the gain IMPORTANT only for use when a Linn AKTIV module is fitted to the channel If no AKTIV module is fitted always leave set to 3 default gain setting If an AKTIV module is fitted this adjustment can be used to finely tune the AKTIV system to match the room acoustics 3 AUDIO IN For connection of the incoming audio signal 4 AUDIO OUT Allows the AUDIO IN signal to be relayed to another amplifier channel or another device e g subwoofer For balanced models due to space restrictions on
3. SPEAKER CHANNEL 4 AUDIO IN CHANNEL 4 SPEAKER CHANNEL 4 AUDIO IN CHANNEL 5 SPEAKER CHANNEL 5 AUDIO IN CHANNEL 4 SPEAKER MAINS INPUT L5 CHANNE ETA CHANNEL 4 AUDIO IN CHANNEL 5 AUDIO IN SPEAKER CHANNEL 6 AUDIO IN CHAKRA Power Amplifiers Owner s Manual LINN English Installation Notes See page 4 for further details The connections adjustments indicated by numbers 1 to 3 are repeated for each channel C 2200B CHANNEL 2 SPEAKER AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 CHANNEL 2 SEE UNDERSIDE FOR AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO QUT SAFETY DETAILS MAINS INPUT CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 SPEAKER SPEAKER SPEAKER AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz C 3200B CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 CHANNEL 2 SEE UNDERSIDE FOR CHANNEL 3 CHANNEL 3 AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT SAFETY DETAILS MAINS INPUT AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT 1 CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 CHANNEL 3 CHANNEL 4 1 SPEAKER SPEAKER SPEAKER SPEAKER AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz C 4200B CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 CHANNEL 2 SEE NDERSIDE FOR CHANNEL 3 CHANNEL amp CHANNEL 4 AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT SAFETY DETAILS MAINS INPUT AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT CHAKRA Power Amplifiers Owner s Manual LINN Opera
4. 20 6 21 6 22 6 19 6 20 6 21 6 22 6 19 6 20 6 21 6 22 6 19 6 20 6 21 6 22 6 19 6 20 6 21 6 22 6 19 6 20 6 21 6 22 6 19 6 20 6 21 6 22 6 Adjustable for AKTIV dB 23 6 24 6 25 6 26 6 23 6 24 6 25 6 26 6 23 6 24 6 25 6 26 6 23 6 24 6 25 6 26 6 23 6 24 6 25 6 26 6 23 6 24 6 25 6 26 6 23 6 24 6 25 6 26 6 23 6 24 6 25 6 26 6 Input impendance 7K5 Q phono 7K5 Q phono 7K5 Q phono 7K5 Q phono 7K5 Q phono 7K5 Q phono 7K5 Q phono 7K5 Q phono 7K8 Q XLR 7K8 Q XLR 7K8 Q XLR 7K8 Q XLR 7K8 Q XLR 7K8 Q XLR 7K8 Q XLR 7K8 Q XLR Input level for clipping 755 mV rms 755 mV rms 790 mV rms 790 mV rms 790 mV rms 11V rms 11V rms 11V rms Phono models Input level for clipping 1 51 V rms 151 V rms 1 58 V rms 1 58 V rms 1 58 V rms 2 2 Vrms 2 2 V rms 2 2 Vrms Balanced models Harmonic distortion lt 0 01 lt 0 01 lt 0 01 lt 0 01 lt 0 01 lt 0 005 lt 0 005 lt 0 005 Maximum output power 100 W rms into 4 Q 100 W rms into 4 Q 100 W rms into 4 Q 100 W rms into 4 Q 100 W rms into 4 Q 200 W rms into 4 Q 200 W rms into 4 Q 200 W rms into 4 Q per channel 56 W rms into 8 Q 56 W rms into 8 Q 56 W rms into 8 Q 56 W rms into 8 Q 56 W rms into 8 Q 111 W rms into 8 Q 111 W rms into 8 Q 111 W rms into 8 Q Load tolerance Unconditionally stable Unconditionally stable Unconditionally stable Unconditionally stable Unconditionally stable Unconditionally stable Unconditionally stable Unco
5. 50 60Hz ee SEE UNDERSIDE FOR SAFETY DETAILS MAINS INPUT CHANNEL 1 c CHANNEL 2 CHANNEL 3 SPEAKER SPEAKER SPEAKER 1 AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz M ee TE SEE UNDERSIDE FOR SAFETY DETAILS MAINS INPUT CHAKRA Power Amplifiers 5 Owner s Manual LINN English Installation Notes See page 4 for further details The connections adjustments indicated by numbers 1 to 4 are repeated for each channel CHANNEL 2 CHANNEL T CHANNEL 1 SPEAKER CHANNEL 2 AUDIO AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz SEE UNDERSIDE FOR SAFETY DETAILS MAINS INPUT CHANNEL 3 SPEAKER CHANNEL 1 SPEAKER gt CHANNEL 2 IN x CHANNEL 2 i CHANNEL 3 AUDIO AUDIO SPEAKER L AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz SEE UNDERSIDE FOR SAFETY DETAILS MAINS INPUT CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 SPEAKER CHANNEL 1 LINN CHAKRA Power Amplifiers Owner s Manual SPEAKER gt CHANNEL 2 CHANNEL 3 AUDIO AUDIO CHANNEL 3 SPEAKER CHANNEL 3 AUDIO CHANNEL4 CHANNEL 4 AUDIO CHANNEL 5 SPEAKER CHANNEL 4 AUDIO SPEAKER CHANNEL 5 AUDIO CHANNEL 3 CHANNEL 4 SPEAKER SPEAKER CHANNEL 5 AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz
6. CAN BE USED TO RELAY THE AUDIO IN SIGNAL TO ANOTHER POWER AMPLIFIER CHANNEL K OR OTHER AUDIO DEVICE EG SUBWOOFER Balanced models TO LOUDSPEAKER TO LOUDSPEAKER RED OR POSITIVE BLACK OR NEGATIVE CONNECTION CONNECTION CHANNEL 2 SPEAKER o o o CAN BE USED TO RELAY THE AUDIO IN SIGNAL TO ANOTHER POWER AMPLIFIER CHANNEL OR OTHER AUDIO DEVICE EG SUBWOOFER NOTE AUDIO OUT IS NOT AVAILABLE ON ALL BALANCED CHANNELS MODELS CHANNEL 2 CHANNEL 2 FROM PRE AMPLIFIER OR CHANNEL 2 AV SYSTEM CONTROLLER AUDIO IN CHAKRA Power Amplifiers Owner s Manual LINN English Installation Speaker terminals The binding post terminals can be used as sockets for the connection of 4 mm banana plugs or can be used as binding posts for the connection of bare wires or spade terminated cables by loosening the outer section of the binding post do not attempt to completely remove this outer section inserting the cable or terminal and re tightening the binding post to clamp it in place Ensure that all the binding posts are tight BANANA PLUG BARE WIRE CONNECTIONS SPADE TERMINATED CABLE CHAKRA Power Amplifiers EIS Owner s Manual Installation English Back panels Phono Notes See page 4 for further details The connections adjustments indicated by numbers 1 to 4 are repeated for each channel CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 SPEAKER SPEAKER AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V gt
7. SEE UNDERSIDE FOR SAFETY DETAILS MAINS INPUT CHANNEL4 AUDIO SPEAKER CHANNEL 5 AUDIO CHANNEL 6 AUDIO Installation English Notes See page 4 for further details The connections adjustments indicated by numbers 1to 4 are repeated for each channel C 2200 CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 SPEAKER SPEAKER AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 SEE UNDERSIDE FOR AUDIO SAFETY DETAILS MAINS INPUT C 3200 CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 CHANNEL 3 SPEAKER SPEAKER SPEAKER AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz CHANNEL 3 OF CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 SEE UNDERSIDE FOR AUDIO AUDIO SAFETY DETAILS MAINS INPUT CHANNEL T CHANNEL 2 W CHANNEL 3 CHANNEL 4 SPEAKER SPEAKER SPEAKER 1 SPEAKER AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz C 4200 i CHANNEL 3 CHANNEL 4 CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 SEE UNDERSIDE FOR AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO SAFETY DETAILS MAINS INPUT CHAKRA Power Amplifiers Owner s Manual LINN English Installation Back panels Balanced Notes See page 4 for further details The connections adjustments indicated by numbers 1 to 3 are repeated for each channel For balanced models due to space restrictions on the back panel AUDIO OUT is not available on all channels models C 2100B CHANNEL 1 c CHANN
8. AKTIV module in the table below the relevant channel number to allow you to quickly and easily note the position of each module for future reference CHANNEL Configuration Gain setting If you have other CHAKRA amplifiers the tables below can be used to note their configuration Configuration Gain setting CHANNEL Configuration Gain setting Configuration Gain setting PACK 1006 EFGI
9. 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 npun 9 10 1 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions 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 Clean only with dry cloth 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 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 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 gro
10. into the local mains supply as conventional large power supplies tend to do and if you upgrade from an amplifier with a conventional power supply to the CHAKRA amplifier aside from the benefits of the improved amplification the sound of your entire system will almost certainly improve as a result of the cleaner mains supply CHAKRA Power Amplifiers LINN Owner s Manual AKTIV operation All CHAKRA amplifiers support AKTIV operation Standard passive crossovers are driven by the audio signal itself and so some of the signal is effectively lost AKTIV crossovers are powered by the SMPS see above and therefore much more of the audio signal is delivered to the loudspeaker They are also able to exert a much greater degree of control over the signal and these qualities combine to provide a significant improvement in sonic performance over standard operation Your Authorised Linn Retailer can carry out the AKTIV conversion of any CHAKRA amplifier channel with the insertion of a specially designed Linn AKTIV module Protection Over current protection If the output current goes above the amplifier s designated safe operating level the affected channels shut down instantly for a few seconds in order to protect themselves and the loudspeaker drive units to which they are connected Over temperature protection Similarly if the amplifier s temperature rises above its safe operating limit the affected channels will cease operation unti
11. 55020 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 Copyright and Acknowledgements Copyright O 2005 Linn Products Ltd First edition March 2005 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 mechanic
12. EL 2 SPEAKER SPEAKER AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 SEE UNDERSIDE FOR AUDIO IN AUDIO IN SAFETY DETAILS MAINS INPUT C 3100B CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 SPEAKER SPEAKER SPEAKER AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz CHANNEL 1 CHANNEL 2 CHANNEL 3 SEE UNDERSIDE FOR AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN SAFETY DETAILS MAINS INPUT CHAKRA Power Amplifiers Owner s Manual LINN Installation English Notes See page 4 for further details The connections adjustments indicated by numbers 1 to 3 are repeated for each channel C 4100B CHANNEL 1 SPEAKER CHANNEL 1 AUDIO IN C 5100B CHANNEL 2 SPEAKER CHANNEL 2 AUDIO IN AUTO RANGING 100 120V gt 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz SEE UNDERSIDE FOR SAFETY DETAILS CHANNEL 1 SPEAKER CHANNEL 1 AUDIO IN C 6100B CHANNEL 2 SPEAKER CHANNEL 2 AUDIO IN CHANNEL 3 AUDIO IN CHANNEL 3 O SPEAKER AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V gt 50 60Hz DE SEE UNDERSIDE FOR SAFETY DETAILS CHANNEL 1 SPEAKER CHANNEL 1 AUDIO IN CHANNEL 2 SPEAKER CHANNEL 2 AUDIO IN CHANNEL 3 AUDIO IN CHANNEL 3 E SPEAKER AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz SEE UNDERSIDE FOR SAFETY DETAILS MAINS INPUT MAINS INPUT CHANNEL 3 CHANNEL 4 SPEAKER CHANNEL 3 AUDIO IN
13. al 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 Copyright and Acknowledgements English CHAKRA Power Amplifiers Owner s Manual LINN Contents English Contents Introduction The CHAKRA range Features Installation Unpacking Positioning Connecting Mains supply Audio connections Back panels Phono C2100 C3100 C4100 C5100 C6100 C2200 C3200 C4200 Back panels Balanced C2100B C3100B C4100B C5100B C6100B C2200B C3200B C4200B CHAKRA Power Amplifiers Owner s Manual RWWW ND O o o 0000 NUN os Operation General Signal sensing Protection Technical Specifications Guarantee and Service Channel Configuration Table 13 13 13 13 14 15 ES LINN Introduction CHAKRA power amplifiers are
14. al support and information For technical support product queries and information please contact either your local retailer or one of the Linn offices opposite Full details of your local retailer distributor can be found on the Linn web site www linn co uk Important e Please keep a copy of the sales receipt to verify the purchase date of the product e Please ensure that your equipment is insured by you during any transit or shipment for repair Guarantee and Services English Linn Products Limited Glasgow Road Waterfoot Eaglesham Glasgow G76 OEQ Scotland UK Phone 44 0 141 307 7777 Fax 44 0 141 644 4262 Helpline 0500 888909 Email helplineGlinn co uk Website www linn co uk Linn Incorporated 8787 Perimeter Park Boulevard Jacksonville FL 32216 USA Phone 1 904 645 5242 Fax 1 904 645 7275 Helpline 888 671 LINN Email helpline linninc com Website www linninc com Linn Deutschland GmbH Albert Einstein Ring 19 22761 Hamburg Deutschland Phone 49 0 40 890 660 0 Fax 49 0 40 890 660 29 Email info linngmbh de Website www linn co uk CHAKRA Power Amplifiers Owner s Manual LINN Channel configuration table The table below is provided to allow you to take a note of how your amplifier channels are configured and or connected AKTIV modules If your CHAKRA amplifier is fitted with Linn AKTIV modules labels may be provided with the modules If so stick the label for each
15. ire 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 fo
16. l the temperature drops to a safe level and will then automatically resume The term AKTIV refers to the proprietary Linn active modules and loudspeaker configuration Installation Unpacking Each CHAKRA amplifier is supplied with the following accessories e Mains lead e Signal leads lead type will suit amplifier s input connection balanced or phono one lead per amplifier channel e g 4 channel amplifier will receive 4 leads e Warranty card e This manual Positioning Ventilation requirements Despite the efficiency of the design your CHAKRA amplifier still requires to dissipate considerable power in the form of heat It should therefore be sited in a position that does not restrict the airflow around it For best results e Allow at least 10 cm 4 free space above and at each side of the unit e If the unit is sited in a cabinet air must be able to flow through from front to back An enclosed cabinet will severely restrict heat dissipation e Ensure that nothing is placed above or below the amplifier that might block or restrict the vents e Do not place anything directly in front of the amplifier min 4 min 4 10cm Installation English If the CHAKRA amplifier has inadequate ventilation and or is played very enthusiastically for a period of time its temperature may rise above the designated operating level and the affected channels will shut down until they have cooled sufficiently
17. n array of large bi polar transistors as Pr boosters around a monolithic single chip amplifier IC integrated circuit Linn s execution of the monolithic to bi polar transition is unique and a patent application for the design has been registered When output current is less than a few amps all the power output comes from the monolithic IC maximising the speed and linear properties of this design At higher output currents the bi polar transistors provide the majority of the output current leaving the monolithic to operate well within its capability and able to correct any error instantaneously The topology is very compact reducing the circuit area and length of the signal path and is also highly efficient producing much less heat than traditional designs Switch mode power supply A switch mode power supply SMPS is incorporated into all CHAKRA models SMPS is an electronic power supply which converts and regulates the incoming mains voltage and also provides the internal audio circuitry with excellent electrical isolation from the outside world The SMPS replaces the bulky heavy and noisy transformer as well as a number of other sizeable components The major benefits of SMPS over conventional power supplies include small size high efficiency fast response high mains input tolerance good load tolerance low acoustic noise and with its much reduced material use environmental friendliness Also SMPS does not emit distortion
18. nditionally stable into all loudspeaker loads into all loudspeaker loads into all loudspeaker loads into all loudspeaker loads into all loudspeaker loads into all loudspeaker loads into all loudspeaker loads into all loudspeaker loads Frequency response 1 4 Hz to 41 kHz 1 4 Hz to 41 kHz 1 4 Hz to 41 kHz 1 4 Hz to 41 kHz 1 4 Hz to 41 kHz 1 4 Hz to 41 kHz 1 4 Hz to 41 kHz 1 4 Hz to 41 kHz Default setting CHAKRA Power Amplifiers LINN Owner s Manual Guarantee and Service This product is guaranteed under the conditions which apply in the country of purchase and your statutory rights are not limited In addition to any statutory rights you may have Linn undertake to replace any parts which have failed due to faulty manufacture To help us please ask your Linn retailer about the Linn warranty scheme in operation in your country In parts of Europe the United States of America and some other markets extended warranty may be available to customers who register their purchase with Linn A warranty registration card is included with the product and should be returned to Linn as soon as possible Alternatively you can register your warranty online at www linn co uk Warning Unauthorised servicing or dismantling of the product invalidates the manufacturer s warranty There are no user serviceable parts inside the product and all enquiries relating to product servicing should be referred to authorised retailers only Technic
19. r 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 LINN CHAKRA Power Amplifiers Owner s Manual 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 EN
20. s Output connectors 4 mm banana Binding 4 mm banana Binding 4 mm banana Binding 4 mm banana Binding 4 mm banana Binding 4 mm banana Binding 4 mm banana Binding 4 mm banana Binding post post post post post post post post Fuse rating 250 V TIO A 250 V T10 A 250 V TIO A 250 V TIOA 250 V TIO A 250 V TIOA 250 V TIOA 250 V TIO A Mains input range 100 120 Vac 100 120 Vac 100 120 Vac 100 120 Vac 100 120 Vac 100 120 Vac 100 120 Vac 100 120 Vac 220 240 Vac 220 240 Vac 220 240 Vac 220 240 Vac 220 240 Vac 220 240 Vac 220 240 Vac 220 240 Vac Mains frequency range 50 60 Hz so 60Hz 50 60Hz 50 60 Hz 50 60 Hz 50 60 Hz 50 60 Hz 50 60 Hz Input power maximum 300 W 300 W 300 W 300 W 300 W 300 W 300 W 300 W Continuous Input power standby 10 W Phono 11 W Phono 13 W Phono 14 W Phono 14 5 W Phono 16 W Phono 19 W Phono 20 W Phono 11 W XLR 12 W XLR 14 W XLR 15 5 W XLR 17 W XLR 17 5 W XLR 19 5 W XLR 22 W XLR Gain Phono models 25 6 26 6 27 6 28 6 25 6 26 6 27 6 28 6 25 6 26 6 27 6 28 6 25 6 26 6 27 6 28 6 25 6 26 6 27 6 28 6 25 6 26 6 27 6 28 6 25 6 26 6 27 6 28 6 25 6 26 6 27 6 28 6 Adjustable for AKTIV dB 29 6 30 6 31 6 32 6 29 6 30 6 31 6 32 6 29 6 30 6 31 6 32 6 29 6 30 6 31 6 32 6 29 6 30 6 31 6 32 6 29 6 30 6 31 6 32 6 29 6 30 6 31 6 32 6 29 6 30 6 31 6 32 6 Gain Balanced models 19 6 20 6 21 6 22 6 19 6
21. tdoor 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 21 do so 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 LINN Important Safety Information English 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 f
22. the back panel AUDIO OUT is not available on all channels models 5 POWER switch For switching the power to the amplifier on and off Note this is not a standby switch but cuts the mains supply to the unit 6 MAINS INPUT See Mains supply below CHAKRA Power Amplifiers EIS Owner s Manual Mains supply The CHAKRA amplifier must always be earthed when connected to mains power Use the earthed moulded mains lead supplied Never use an unearthed mains plug socket or adapter with this unit The mains lead supplied may be fitted with a fused plug depending on local regulations If this is the case always replace this fuse with another of the same type and rating Your CHAKRA amplifier can be connected to any worldwide mains voltage with no adjustment The CHAKRA amplifiers incorporate Automatic Voltage Selection AVS and the power supply automatically adjusts for the incoming mains supply Installation English For the balanced audio connection we recommend the use of the lead supplied or an interconnect lead with its connections configured to match with the CHAKRA input connections as shown Audio connections Connect each channel as shown Pin 1 Shield Phono models Pin 2 Hot TO LOUDSPEAKER TO LOUDSPEAKER RED OR POSITIVE BLACK OR NEGATIVE CONNECTION CONNECTION Pin 3 Cold CHANNEL 1 AUDIO IN CHANNEL 1 SPEAKER FROM PRE AMPLIFIER OR pp AV SYSTEM CONTROLLER KO
23. the mains for 30 minutes or so and try again If it remains non operational consult your retailer who can examine your system and determine the source of the problem Operation English CHAKRA Power Amplifiers Owner s Manual LINN English Technical Specification Technical Specification Model C 2100 C 3100 C 4100 C 5100 C 6100 C 2200 C 3200 C 4200 Type Two channel power Three channel power Four channel power Five channel power Six channel power Two channel power Three channel power Four channel power amplifier amplifier amplifier amplifier amplifier amplifier amplifier amplifier W 381 mm D 355 mm W 381 mm D 355 mm W 381 mm D 355 mm W 381 mm D 355 mm W 381 mm D 355 mm W 381 mm D 355 mm W 381 mm D 355 mm W 381 mm D 355 mm H 80 mm incl feet H 80 mm incl feet H 80 mm incl feet H 80 mm incl feet H 80 mm incl feet H 80 mm incl feet H 80 mm incl feet H 80 mm incl feet W 15 D 14 H 3 W15 D 14 H 3 W 15 D 14 H 3 W15 D l4 H 3 W 15 D 14 H 3 W 15 D 14 H 3 W 15 D 14 H 3 W 15 D 14 H 3 approx approx approx approx approx approx approx approx Weight 5 2 Kg 11 4 lbs 6 0 Kg 13 2 Ibs 6 3 Kg 13 9 Ibs 6 5 Kg 14 4 Ibs 6 7 Kg 14 7 lbs 5 8 Kg 12 7 lbs 6 6 Kg 14 5 lbs 6 9 Kg 15 2 Ibs Input connectors RCA phono RCA phono RCA phono RCA phono RCA phono RCA phono RCA phono RCA phono phono models Input connectors XLR XLR XLR XLR XLR XLR XLR XLR Balanced model
24. the result of over five years continuous development of Linn s amplifier designs CHAKRA power amplifiers have been designed to offer true flexibility when building or upgrading an audio or home theatre system The wealth of options available for number of channels power output and connections enables you to choose the ideal power amplification solution for your system whether it is stereo or surround sound passive or active Linn s proprietary CHAKRA power amplification technology was first used in the KLIMAX CHAKRA 500 Twin That same technology has now been employed in this range to offer outstanding performance Introduction English The CHAKRA range The following CHAKRA power amplifier models are available Model Number of channels Power rating C 2100 Two 100 W C 3100 Three 100 W C 4100 Four 100 W C 5100 Five 100 W C 6100 Six 100 W C 2200 Two 200W C 3200 Three 200W C 4200 Four 200W Connector options Phono models use RCA phono connectors for the input and output signal connectors They are designed to accept unbalanced line level audio signals Balanced models use 3 pin XLR connectors for the input and output signal connectors They are designed to accept balanced audio signals See page 5 for more details of these connector types Per channel into 4 rms CHAKRA Power Amplifiers Owner s Manual LINN Introduction English Features CHAKRA amplifier technology The CHAKRA topology uses a
25. tion General The blue LED on the front panel will be dim when power is first applied and will remain dimmed when the amplifier is in standby mode Signal sensing When an input signal is detected the CHAKRA amplifier is enabled and the LED brightens In the absence of an audio signal the amplifier reverts to a low power standby mode after approximately 20 minutes The signal detector is quite sensitive and if there is noise in your system such as hum or hiss it could trigger the detector If this occurs try to eliminate the source of the noise Protection Operation If an amplifier channel overheats or detects an overload condition the power supply for that channel will shut down in order to protect the amplifier and the loudspeaker drive unit s to which it is connected Please note all channels that are powered by that same power supply will also shut down so more than one channel may be affected Duration Once the condition that caused the amplifier to activate its protection has passed the amplifier will automatically resume normal operation How long the channels remain in protection will depend on the cause If the protection operates for more than a few seconds it could indicate overheating which may take some minutes of cooling to rectify A lengthier delay 10 minutes or more could indicate a persistent overload condition e g one of the components connected to the amplifier is faulty Try switching the unit off at
26. unding 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 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 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with the stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 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 Wall or ceiling mounting Mount the apparatus to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer Power sources Connect the apparatus to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or marked on the apparatus 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 Power lines An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines Ou
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