Page 3 - Important safety information
i Important safety information Explanation of symbols used in this manual and on the product: 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. This symbol is intended to alert the user to...
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ii GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read instructions. Read the safety and operating instructions before operating theappliance. 2. Retain instructions. Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference. 3. Heed warnings. Observe all warnings on the appliance and in the operatinginstru...
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3 34 iii UK USERS PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Fuse replacement This appliance is fitted with a non-rewireable 13 Amp mains plug. The plugcontains a 5 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 ...
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iv CE Declaration of Conformity Linn Products Ltd declare that this product is in conformance with the LowVoltage 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 Directivenumber 73...
Page 7 - Contents
32 locking a recording 18 M mains plugs i mains supply connecting 10 voltage selection 6 maintenance 28 modules audio 2 control 3 RS232 4 MUTE indicator 16 muting the sound 16 P phono input, positioning 7 phono source connecting 9 using 19 positioning 7 power amplifier, connecting 9 R RECORD key 12,...
Page 9 - Technical information; Specifications; vii; Copyright and acknowledgements
9 30 Technical information Specifications General Dimensions 80mm x 320mm x 325mm (3.15" x 12.6" x 12.88") (H x W x D) Weight 4kg Power consumption 8W maximum Mains supply fuses 100–115VAC T800mA 220–240VAC T400mA Mains supply tolerance ±10% with no performance change Audio Input impedan...
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viii 29 America: Linn Incorporated 4540 Southside Boulevard, Suite 402, Jacksonville Florida 32216 Telephone: (904) 645 5242 Facsimile: (904) 645 7275 E-mail: [email protected] 3
Page 11 - Maintenance; Introduction; LinnK
7 28 Unexpected response to direct source keys or power up commands If the KOLEKTOR behaves in an unexpected way during power up, check the values set in your user options. Certain user options may interfere with your required choice so it is a good idea to read the section User options, page 24, be...
Page 12 - Your Linn KOLEKTOR; Troubleshooting
2 M SR C- RE CO RD LIN N K OL EK TO R SR C+ VO L- VO L+ HE AD PH ON E tu 2 Your Linn KOLEKTOR As the name implies we intended the KOLEKTOR to gather together the signals from the ever increasing number of sound sources, and control them with high quality, direct signal handling and a simple, flexibl...
Page 13 - Factory default settings
5 26 Factory default settings The KOLEKTOR Preamplifier provides a Reset to Factory Defaults option which allows you to reset the unit back to its factory settings. This restores the user options to their initial values, and resets the inputs to their initial source names. To reset the KOLEKTOR VOL+...
Page 14 - Special features of the KOLEKTOR
4 Interface module This attention to detail also applies to the RS232 module. There is no electrical connection between the RS232 ports and the internal circuitry. This prevents any noise from the external controlling system entering the audio circuitry. We hope that this information explains a bit ...
Page 15 - User options
3 24 User options The following table lists the user options provided. In each case the initial value is shown underlined. Number Name Description Values U1 Default Volume The default volume setting on power up. 0 = Volume 15 Ignored if U5 is enabled. 1 = Volume 30 U2 Enable Sleep Defines the sleep ...
Page 16 - Setting up the KOLEKTOR; Unpacking
6 Setting up the KOLEKTOR This chapter explains how to unpack your KOLEKTOR, and how to set it up with your other hi-fi components. Unpacking The KOLEKTOR is supplied complete with the following accessories: • The KOLEKTOR handset • A mains lead • Mains fuses • This manual We recommend you retain th...
Page 17 - Changing user options; Positioning the KOLEKTOR
22 Changing user options The KOLEKTOR provides 12 user options to allow you to change the way the unit operates to suit your personal preferences. To change the user options VOL- SWITCH ON POWER """" 1 0 Switch off the KOLEKTOR, using the power switch on the front panel. Press and ho...
Page 18 - Connecting the KOLEKTOR
8 the front panel should be kept out of direct sunlight, and it should not be obscured. Note that certain types of halogen lamps, and low-energy or fluorescent bulbs, can also interfere with use of the handset if they are near to the infra-red sensor. Connecting the KOLEKTOR The following diagram sh...
Page 20 - Configuring the inputs
10 Connecting the mains supply Connect the mains lead to the KOLEKTOR and plug it into a suitable power outlet. 19 Customising theKOLEKTOR This chapter explains the advanced features of the KOLEKTOR, including configuring the source inputs and the user options. Configuring the inputs The KOLEKTOR al...
Page 21 - Recording a source; Using the KOLEKTOR; Using the front panel
7 18 Recording a source The KOLEKTOR allows you to record from any source to the tape output, and lock the source so that you cannot accidentally select another source while recording. To set up a recording RECORD CD cd 1 SOURCE cd 1 SOURCE LOCK First select the source you want to record using SRC- ...
Page 22 - Changing the bass and treble
12 The function of each key is explained in the following table: Press this key To do this M Mute or unmute the sound. SRC- and SRC+ Select the previous/next source. RECORD Lock and unlock the current input to avoid accidentally changing the input while recording. VOL- and VOL+ Adjust the volume. * ...
Page 23 - Changing the balance; Using the handset; LINN
5 16 To change the volume VOL+ VOL- 27 VOLUME Press VOL- or VOL+ (front panel or handset), or hold down the corresponding key to decrease or increase the volume continuously. You can change the volume in precise steps of 1dB from 0 to 60. To display the current volume setting press either key briefl...
Page 24 - Switching on and off; Selecting a source; Changing the volume
3 14 Switching on and off To switch on To switch the KOLEKTOR on press the power button on the front panel. When you first switch on the KOLEKTOR the display shows the name of the currently selected source and the input number it uses. To customise the display operation see U2, U9, and U10 in User o...
