Summary of Amp 1
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A n t h e m a m p 1 o p e r a t i n g m a n u a l.
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C o n t e n t s page parts list ..................................................................................................................1 front & rear panels ................................................................................................2 control functions ...................
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We at sonic frontiers hope you will derive many years of listening pleasure with your new anthem amp 1. This operating manual contains important information regard- ing the operation and care of the amp 1. Be sure to read this manual carefully and follow these instructions in order to keep your unit...
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C o n t r o l f u n c t i o n s a l e d when the led is lighted the amp 1 is “on”, receiving power from the power supply. B on- of f butto n when in the on position (button depressed), high voltage power is received by the amp 1 circuitry from the power source. Due to the warm up characteristics of ...
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The amp 1 comes with seven (7) tubes, as follows: 12 ax7 (v2) first s tag e ampl if ication tube the first stage of amplification in the amplifier section of the amp 1 is achieved through the use of this dual triode, amplifying both channels, one per triode section. The 12ax7 may be replaced with th...
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Insertion of the tubes 1. Using the screwdriver supplied, remove the cover of the amp 1. For your convenience, only two of the screws are installed at the factory. 2. When handling the tubes, it is recommended that the cotton gloves provided be worn to prevent skin oils from depositing on the glass ...
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T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g if at any time the amp 1 fails to work properly, consult this checklist: 1. Check that the ac detachable power cord is plugged into the amp 1 detachable power cord socket (c) and is con- nected to a live source of ac power. For instance, if using a power bar, check that...
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Break -in t ime as with all audio electronic products, the ultimate sonic char- acter of the amp 1 will not be realized until and unless the unit receives a minimum of approximately 70 hours of signal break-in time (i.E. The amp 1 is on and outputting a signal). Plac ement for pr ope r ve ntilat i o...
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4. Sonic frontiers, inc. Shall not be responsible in any way for consequential or indirect damages or liabilities resulting from the use and operation of the product covered herein or resulting from any breach of this warranty or any implied warranty relating to said product. During this period, son...
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Bias adjustment warning: hazardous and potentially lethal voltages! The bias adjustment procedure described below involves working with equipment covers off and power applied, exposing the operator to potentially hazardous or lethal volt- ages. These tests and adjustments should be performed only by...
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All tests were performed with the audio precision system two. 10 t e c h n i c a l s p e c i f i c a t i o n s n o t e : specification ratings based on the nominal power line input for the country in which it is used p o w e r o u t p u t : 4 0 watts pe r channel continuous both channels driven, int...
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