Linn CLASSIK Owner's Manual

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INDEPENDENT CD/CONTROL/POWER AMPLIFIER OWNERS MANUAL PACK 325/G LINN CLASSIK ...

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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 s...

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ii GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read instructions. Read the safety and operating instructions before operating the appliance. 2. Retain instructions. Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference. 3. Heed warnings. Observe all w...

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iii 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 5 Amp fuse. If the fuse has blown it can be replaced as follows: a) Pull out the red fus...

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iv 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 designat...

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v Contents Introduction ........................................ 1 Your Linn CLASSIK ........................................ 2 Special features of the CLASSIK ........................................ 3 Setting up the CLASSIK ...........................

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vi Using the CLASSIK with other sources ........................................ 27 Selecting a source ........................................ 27 Changing the volume and balance ........................................ 28 Changing the bass and trebl...

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vii Copyright and acknowledgements Copyright © Linn Products Limited. Linn Products Limited, Floors Road, Waterfoot, Glasgow, G76 0EP, Scotland, United Kingdom. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieva...

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1 Introduction We believe that good music is not a luxury, but a necessity, and we at Linn have dedicated the better part of two decades to making sure that our customers are given the best possible experience of the music they love. In other words, ...

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2 Your Linn CLASSIK Every hi-fi system has three sections: source, control, and playback. The Linn CLASSIK combines these in a single unit to give you a high-performance CD player, control amplifier, and power amplifier within the same case. Source T...

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3 Special features of the CLASSIK In addition to providing all the features you would expect on a full-scale hi-fi system, the CLASSIK also provides many other unique features. Standby modes The Linn CLASSIK has a standby mode which reduces power con...

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4 Tape monitor facility You can make tape recordings from the Linn CLASSIK, and monitor the result using the special tape monitor inputs. A record lock feature ensures that you cannot accidentally disturb a recording when switching between the input ...

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5 Setting up the CLASSIK This chapter explains how to unpack your CLASSIK, and how to set it up with a pair of loudspeakers and any other hi-fi components you own. Unpacking The CLASSIK comes in a box with the following accessories: • The CLASSIK h...

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6 Positioning the CLASSIK You can position your CLASSIK almost anywhere you find convenient, but there a few considerations to bear in mind. The CLASSIK is a high-powered amplifier in a compact case and in normal use the case will get quite warm. If ...

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7 Connecting the CLASSIK The following diagram shows the connections for the rear panel of the CLASSIK: WARNING: The CLASSIK should be switched off before connecting or disconnecting any of the plugs on the rear panel, or you may generate surges whic...

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8 Connecting a tape recorder To make recordings in conjunction with the CLASSIK, connect the TAPE OUT sockets to the line input of the tape deck and the monitor sockets to the line output from the tape deck. The TAPE IN sockets can be used to connect...

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9 Connecting the mains supply Connect the mains lead to the CLASSIK and plug it into a suitable power outlet. ...

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10 Using the CLASSIK This chapter gives general information about using the front panel and switching the CLASSIK on and off. The next few chapters then give detailed information about using each of the CLASSIK’s functions. Using the front panel We...

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11 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 a source. ADJUST Adjust the balance, bass, or treble. VOL- and VOL+ Adjust the volume. å Stop the CD playing ...

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12 Using the handset The CLASSIK is supplied with a remote control handset, and this provides access to all of the functions available from the front panel. In addition it provides several more advanced features, including selecting tracks by number,...

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13 Switching on and off To switch on To switch the CLASSIK on press the power button on the front panel. When you first supply power the CLASSIK will be in standby state and the front panel display shows CD/CA. This display indicates that the CLASSIK...

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14 Playing discs This chapter describes how to use the CLASSIK’s CD functions. It begins with an explanation of the simpler functions for playing, pausing, stopping, and searching discs, using either the front panel or the handset. It then describe...

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15 To stop the disc Press åå åå å (front panel) or STOP (handset). To change discs You can press åå åå å (front panel) or OPEN (handset) to open the drawer at any time, regardless of which source is selected, so you can change a CD withou...

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16 Playing from a specific track You can skip between tracks using the SKIP keys. Alternatively you can select a track using the number keys on the handset. To skip between the tracks Press [[ [[ [ or ]] ]] ] (front panel) or SKIP ”” ”” �...

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17 To choose a track number greater than 9 Press and hold the button for the first digit. Then press the second digit. The track will start playing automatically. Note that if you enter a track number that doesn’t exist the last track will be selec...

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18 Playing a disc or selection repeatedly The CLASSIK allows you to play the entire disc repeatedly, or to repeat a selection between two points on a disc. To repeat the entire disc Press REPEAT (handset). The REPEAT indicator will be lit, and the en...

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19 Selecting index points Some discs include index points, to allow you to select a specific point within a track. When you are playing a disc with index points the track index display will show the number of the current index point. To select an ind...

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20 Advanced CD functions This chapter describes the more advanced capabilities of the CLASSIK that allow you to programme how the tracks on a disc are played. Programme modes You can choose to play a specific selection of tracks in a specified order,...

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21 Programming a selection of tracks (programme mode A) In programme mode A you can choose to play a specific selection of tracks in a specified order. To create a programme Before starting, make sure you have inserted a disc and that it is stopped. ...

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22 To store the programme Press STOP (handset). The display will then show the total number of tracks you have programmed in the play list; for example 12. You can programme a play list of up to 20 tracks. When the play list is full the programme wil...

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23 Excluding tracks (programme mode B) In this programme mode you can omit one or more tracks when the disk is played. To create a programme Before starting make sure that you have inserted a disc and that it is stopped. Press and hold DISPLAY (hands...

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24 To store the programme Press STOP (handset). The display will then show the total number of tracks you have programmed to be omitted; for example 7. You can enter a list of up to 20 tracks to be omitted. When the list is full it will be stored aut...

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25 Shuffle and Random play The Shuffle and Random play modes let you add variety to your CDs by allowing you to play the tracks in a random order. You can either choose to play all the tracks once, in random order (Shuffle), or play the disc repeated...

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26 Playing the introduction of each track IntroScan provides a convenient way of reviewing a disc, or locating a specific track on a disc. It automatically plays 10 seconds of each track, in numerical order. To select IntroScan Press INTRO (handset)....

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27 Using the CLASSIK with other sources This chapter describes how to use the preamplifier and control sections of the CLASSIK to adjust the sound either from the integrated CD player, or from a source from one of the other inputs. Selecting a source...

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28 Changing the volume and balance By default, when the CLASSIK comes out of standby the volume is automatically limited to a maximum value of 30. If you prefer you can choose how the CLASSIK powers up from several alternatives; see Customising the ...

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29 To change the balance Press ADJUST (front panel) briefly. Then use VOL- and VOL+ to set the balance as required. Alternatively press BAL L or R (handset). The balance can be changed from 9- (fully left), through 00 (central), to -9 (fully right). ...

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30 To change the bass Press and hold ADJUST (front panel) for approximately 1.5 seconds, and release the key before the display bar reaches the centre of the display. The display will then show b followed by the current bass setting. Then press VOL- ...

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31 Recording a source The CLASSIK allows you to record from the internal CD player and all the inputs except TP2. Pressing the RECORD key stops you accidentally changing the input while recording. When the RECORD indicator is lit you can only switch ...

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32 Using the clock, timer, and alarm The CLASSIK includes a built in clock, so that you can check the time while listening to music. You can also choose to have the time displayed while the CLASSIK is in standby; see Customising the CLASSIK , page 4...

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33 To set the clock Turn off the CLASSIK, using the power switch on the front panel. Press and hold PLAY (front panel) while turning on the power. Keep the key depressed until the display shows Set clc. First set the hours using [ and ] (front panel)...

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34 Using the timer The timer allows you to put the CLASSIK to standby after a specified time. For example, you can drift off to sleep listening to your favourite CD without having to worry about switching it off. The timer delay can be set to 0 (off)...

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35 Using the alarm The CLASSIK includes a daily alarm which can switch on the CLASSIK at a specified time each day, select an audio input at a volume setting of your choice, and if the CD input is selected, automatically start playing a particular CD...

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36 To set the alarm time Press ALARM (handset). The display shows Set alarm and then prompts for you to enter the time. Use TIME- and TIME+ (handset) to set the hours. Then press ALARM and use TIME- and TIME+ (handset) to set the minutes. You are now...

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37 To set up the source Press ALARM (handset) to indicate that you want to set up the source. The display shows Src?. Use TIME- and TIME+ (handset) to select the source you want to listen to, and press ALARM (handset) to select it. If you have chosen...

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38 To set the volume level Press ALARM (handset). The display shows Vol? followed by the initial volume setting of 15. Press TIME- or TIME+ if you want to choose a different volume level. Finally press ALARM (handset) to activate the alarm. The displ...

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39 To switch off an alarm Press ALARM (handset). The display shows Set alarm and then prompts for you to set the time. Use TIME- and TIME+ (handset) to set the time to ----. Press ALARM (handset) again. The display will show off and the alarm is swit...

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40 Customising the CLASSIK The CLASSIK includes a number of user options, to allow you to change the way the unit operates to suit your personal preferences. The user options are initially set to standard values, designed to suit most tastes, but thi...

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41 To choose a specific user option Press VOL- (front panel) until the display shows the number of the user option you want to change, together with its current value. Each time you press the key the display shows the next user option, stepping back ...

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42 User options The following table lists the user options provided. In each case the default value is shown underlined. Number Name Description Values Explanation U1 Default Volume The default volume setting 0 = Vol 15 Vol 15 on power up, or the def...

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43 Number Name Description Values Explanation U4 Auto-Listen When the product receives 0 = Disabled The product will not any CD command (eg PLAY) respond to the CD or tuner in a non-CD mode (eg tuner function commands unless selected) it will select ...

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44 Number Name Description Values Explanation U7 Retain User Retains the last user CD 0 = No Do not retain last CD CD Settings settings before power off; settings. ie the last track played, the 1 = Yes Retain last user CD settings display mode, and C...

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45 Then press and hold the VOL+ key on the front panel while powering up the product until the text init appears on the display. Release the VOL+ key. The product will now power up configured with its default settings, as shown underlined in the abov...

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46 Troubleshooting and maintenance CD handling precautions Handling Hold the compact disc so that you don’t touch the playing surface. Do not attach paper or tape to either the playing side or the label side of compact discs. Never play cracked or ...

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47 you are listening to the CD, the display will always revert back to showing the current CD status after amplifier commands such as VOLUME, BALANCE, BASS, TREBLE, and MUTE, etc have been actioned. The following is a list of symptoms and cures. Ther...

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48 Poor response to handset commands Direct sunlight, computer monitors, and fluorescent lights can seriously interfere with infra-red handset reception. Placing the CLASSIK near any of these sources of interference can affect the response to handset...

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49 For technical support and product queries/information: Our address is: Linn Products Limited Floors Road Waterfoot Eaglesham Glasgow G76 0EP Scotland Telephone: 44-(0)-141 307 7777 UK Helpline: 0500-888909 E-mail: [email protected] Facsimile: 44...

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50 Technical information Specifications General Dimensions 80mm x 320mm x 325mm (3.15" x 12.6" x 12.8") (H x W x D) Weight 6kg Power consumption 325W maximum in normal operational state. 25W typical use. < 3W in standby state. Main ...

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51 Preamplifier specification Inputs TUNER/TAPE1/TAPE2/AUX, 318mV RMS (sensitivity), 10KΩ (load) Outputs Tape output: equal to auxiliary input level (unity gain) Output impedance: 100Ω Minimum load: 5KΩ Line output Output impedance: 100Ω Mini...

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53 Symbols M key 11, 28 å key 11, 14 > key 11 [ and ] keys 11, 16 O key 11, 13 A acknowledgements vii ADJUST key 11, 29 alarm 3 setting 36 switching off 39 B balance, changing 29 BALANCE indicator 29 bass and treble changing 29 contr...

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54 H handling CDs 46 handset 12 number keys 12 headphones, connecting 8 I index points, selecting 19 infra-red sensor 6 inserting a disc 14 introduction 1 IntroScan play mode 20, 26 K key functions 11 L locking a recording 31 loudspeakers ...

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55 repeating a section of the disc 18 the entire disc 18 replacing the fuse iii resetting 44 S safety instructions i, ii searching 17 sections control 2 playback 2 source 2 selecting a source 27 selection of tracks, programming 21 setting ...

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56 user options (continued) Auto-Memory 42 CD Play on Power-up 43 changing 40 Default Volume 42 Disable Sleep Mode 42 resetting 44 Retain User Amplifier Settings 43 user options (continued) Retain User CD Settings 44 V ventilation 6, 47 VO...

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