Creek Audio Stereo Power Amplifier User's Manual
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1. Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier it will sense this and cause the output to be disconnected to avoid damaging the voice coil of the loudspeakers In the event of a failure of the amplifier the speaker output and or the mains supply will be disconnected This may require it to be returned to the dealer for servicing Please check with the dealer first for advice Creek Link Destiny products have a special CAN bus serial link to enable them to be joined together and controlled and viewed from a remote location such as another room This will require an optional CAN to RS232 adapter and proprietary room controller Check Creek s website for release date details Radio Interference The Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier is designed to work properly in normal domestic operating conditions However the amplifier s performance may be affected if sited near to a radio transmitter such as a mobile phone etc Re siting the amplifier or the radio transmitter will normalise the situation Your Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier is designed to give you years of reliable use If you need more assistance itis always advisable to go back to the supplying dealer for his expert help If you are unfortunate enough to need service work to be carried out on your amplifier it should be returned to your dealer in the original packing if possible Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier SPECIFICATION Measured at 230 V or 115 V Not recommended for use into more than 2 p2. by Hi Fi enthusiasts that leaving equipment powered up continuously can improve the performance However this small improvement in sound quality comes at the expense of higher power consumption from the mains which will not only cost more but will also reduce the working life of the Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier We recommend that if the equipment is not being used for an extended period of time switch it off from the mains switch on the rear panel Normal performance can be achieved in a short period of time Set up To obtain the best results make sure that the Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier is placed on a stable shelf or Hi Fi equipment rack such as the Creek Audio Rack It is important to allow adequate ventilation to the heatsink in the centre of the amplifier so avoid obstructing the ventilation slots on the top and bottom of the case It will be necessary to place the amplifier on the top of other equipment to allow for this Always have the volume control set at minimum on your pre amp or integrated amp when switching on and off to avoid any sudden loud noises Operating the Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier Quick set up Connect an input signal from a Pre Amplifier or Integrated Amplifier from the Pre Amp output to the Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier input using a high grade interconnect cable Connect loudspeakers to the screw terminals on the rear panel of the Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier using high grade speaker cables Switch the am
3. loudspeakers to the loudspeaker terminals in the correct phase Cables are normally polarised with a line or raised bump on the positive side If one channel is not connected in the same polarity as the other a severe loss of bass performance and a spreading of the stereo image will result 2 Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier A second set of terminals marked B allows the user to select from the loudspeaker push buttons on the left side of the front panel The options include Speakers Off when using headphones Speakers A Speakers B or Speakers A B together It is NOT recommended to use loudsepakers of less than 4 Ohms resistance or more than 2 pairs of 8 Ohm speakers running in parallel from the amplifier at one time However bi wiring of one pair of speakers using the four terminal posts per channel can improve the sound of your system Consult your deal er for more details IMPORTANT Do not short the loudspeaker cables together when the other ends are still connected to the amplifier as permanent damage can result If it is necessary to move or change the location of the loudspeakers make sure that you first switch off the amplifier from the mains or select Standby LED Indicators When the Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier is first switched on the power LED will glow orange while in Standby By waking the amplifier from Standby the LED will then turn green When using this power amplifier in conjunction with the Creek Destiny Int
4. Ci Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier Operating Instructions Thank you for purchasing the Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier You are now in possession of a State of the Art power amplifier The function and operation of the Destiny Power Amplifier is very simple However the following notes are provided to explain all aspects of its design and use Mains Connection After unpacking the amplifier please keep the packing material in a safe place for possible future use In the pack there is a separate mains cable suitable for connecting to the mains supply in the country of use The IEC socket end of the cable should be firmly inserted into the connector on the rear panel marked Mains Input Remember do not overload the mains wall socket with too many plugs or adaptors The high quality performance of the amplifier will be impaired if the electrical supply to it is in poor condition If in doubt consult a qualified electrician or your dealer The Mains Input connection is also fitted with two fuses specifically suited to the supply voltage of the country of use The correct value is clearly marked on the rear panel next to the Mains Input Should it be necessary to replace the fuse ensure that you use the same type as specified on the rear panel i e 5 x 20mm cartridge type T 3 15 A surge resisting for 220 240V 50Hz AC T 6 3 A surge resisting for 110 120V 60Hz AC T 8A surge resisting for 100V Japan Power Consumption It is appreciated
5. airs of 8Q loudspeakers Power Output into 8Q both channels driven rated mains voltage Dynamic Power into 8Q Power Output into 4Q both channels driven Dynamic Power into 4Q Dynamic Power into 2Q Dynamic Power into 1Q Limited by protection Total Harmonic distortion 20 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response 1dB 3dB Slew Rate Gain in passive unbalanced mode Input Sensitivity for 100W into 8Q Input Impedance unbalanced input Output Impedance 100 Hz 10 W 8Q Damping Factor Signal to Noise Ratio A weighted re 0 dB Separation Crosstalk 1 kHz Maximum Power Consumption Inputs Passive unbalanced Active balanced Standby Power Consumption Loudspeaker Outputs Switchable mains voltage selector Weight net Size W x H x D mm inches gt 100 Watts gt 150 Watts gt 160 Watts gt 250 Watts gt 380 Watts gt 250 Watts lt 0 02 1 Hz to 30 kHz 0 1 Hz to 65 kHz gt 50 V per uS x 48 33 6 dB 589 mV 60 k Q gt 0 034 Q gt 235 gt 78 dB gt 60 dB 400 Watts 2 inputs switchable Via gold plated RCA sockets Via locking XLR sockets gt 1 Watt Switchable A B 115 230 V AC external 10 kgs 22 lbs 430 x 70 x 280 mm 17 x 2 4 x 11 SRC2 Remote control functions Power Speakers Mute Supplied with Destiny Integrated Amplifier MAINS VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY IN INTERNALLY SET FOR THE COUNTRY OF USE Creek Audio Ltd reserves the right to change or modify the specification of its products without
6. al creekaudio com Pre power Connections The Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier input is available through RCA and or XLR sockets on the rear panel This is helpful if you wish to bi amp the Destiny Integrated Amplifier The default setting from the factory is for the RCA sockets to be selected The RCA inputs connect the source to the input of the Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier in passive mode That is to say there is no additional circuitry involved However the XLR inputs are there to allow a balanced source to be connected to the power amplifier This is achieved internally via a balanced to unbalanced converter which is an active circuit If required the XLR input can be used as a second un balanced input if the connection is made to one or other sides of the XLR input hot or cold To select the desired sockets press the input select button on the rear panel An LED will light above the socket which is selected NB Switch the amplifier off before making any changes in order to avoid any pops clicks or other unwanted noises Loudspeaker Connections The loudspeakers should be connected to the terminals marked A using a suitable pair of cables designed specifically for audio use High grade touch proof terminals on the rear panel allow for 4mm plugs bare wire or spade lugs to be connected Tighten the terminal fully after fitting the speaker wire Please consult your dealer for advice if you are unsure It is very important to connect the
7. egrated Amplifier pressing the MUTE button on the Creek SRC2 system remote handset will cause the speaker selection LED s to turn orange Pressing the button again will un mute the amplifier and the LED s will turn green again Please note that muting can only be cleared by the Creek SRC2 system remote handset or by pressing the power amplifier standby switch If the amplifier stops working and the Power LED turns red it indicates a fault Return the amplifier to the supplying dealer for inspection Remote Control The Creek SRC2 System Remote Control handset supplied with the Destiny Integrated Amplifier and Destiny source products allows the user to operate the Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier power on off loudspeaker selection and mute by an infra red signal using standard Philips RC5 codes Protection Modes The Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier has a sophisticated computer controlled protection mechanism against over temperature over current drive and output DC offset If the amplifier is driven hard for a long time and has insufficient ventilation or if the ambient temperature is high the signal will be muted to enable the amplifier to cool down to an acceptable working temperature If the output load is too low and the input signal too high it will overdrive the amplifier So for a short period of time the amplifier will be muted Reducing the input level will restore the correct operation If direct current DC is input to the
8. plifier on with the rear panel switch next to the power cord marked 0 for off and 1 for on Press the push button marked Standby on the right hand side of the front panel Select the desired input using the selector button on the rear panel next to the input sockets Select the desired loudspeaker output from the front panel Turn the volume to the desired level on the Pre Amp or Integrated Amplifier and enjoy the music All these settings will be remembered by the Destiny Stereo Power amplifier the next time you switch it on Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier Front Panel Speaker Selector Switching Standby pr rezy AO fe Destiny Power Amplifier Rear Panel Power Creek Speakers Inputs Switch Link A AC Mains Input Speakers Input amp Mains Fuse B Select Button Input Connection amp Switching The push button switches on the left hand side of the rear panel marked Input are used to select and listen to either of two inputs The Destiny Stereo Power Amplifier has both un balanced sockets via RCA sockets and balanced inputs via XLR sockets To select the desired input press the button to toggle between the inputs as indicated by LED s above the sockets For additional information and options for Destiny products ask your dealer for full details or view Creek s website www creekaudio com You may also write to technic
9. prior warning Warranty If within two years of purchase date your Destiny product proves to be defective for any reason other than accident misuse neglect unauthorized modifcation or fair wear and tear Creek Audio Ltd will at its discretion replace the faulty parts without charge for labour or return carriage within the U K This warranty is valid only in the U K and given in addition to statutory rights Service enquiries outside the U K should be addressed first to the supplying dealer and or the Creek distributor importer Warranties granted in these countries are entirely at the discretion of the distributor Creek Audio Limited 12 Avebury Court Mark Road Hemel Hempstead HP2 7TA England Telephone 44 0 1442 260146 Fax 44 0 1442 243766 C Email info creekaudio com Internet www creekaudio com
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