background image

Revision 1.40 Sterling 
 

- 4 -  

Audion International 

 

 

 

Valves/Tubes 

 
You will now need to place the valves/tubes into your Audion. The 
Sterling  Mark 1 and 2  use a E88CC or 6922 in the left hand side 
front and a 5687 on the right hand side front. All Models use either 
EL34 or KT88/KT90 valve/tubes in the rear sockets  depending on 
model ordered 
 
 

EL34 or Kt88

El34 or Kt88

5687

6922

Audion Sterling Mark 1

 

 

EL34 or Kt88

El34 or Kt88

6922

6922

Audion Sterling Mark 2

 

 
 
If you have never handled a valve/tube before be careful  – they 
are similar in properties to a light bulb and just as easily breakable. 
In use they can run as hot as a light bulb – 

SO BE CAREFUL

.  

 
The smaller 5687, E88CC or 6922 valve/tube will only fit one way 
around into its respective socket. Before inserting check that the 
pins are straight and that there is no physical damage to the glass 
envelope. A small downward push is all that is needed to insert the 
valve/tube make sure that the pins align and that the orientation is 
correct. 
 
The larger rear valve/tubes EL34 or KT88. Both valve/tubes, when 
viewed from underneath have a notch and will only fit one way into 
the socket. Look at the socket and align the valve so that the notch 
aligns with the notch on the socket when viewed from above with 
the front facing you. A small downward push is required to insert 
correctly. Do not use excessive force.  
 
All Audion valve/tubes are dynamically selected and where 
applicable are supplied as matched pairs. All are supplied with a 
six (6) month return to base warranty. 

Summary of Contents for Mk1

Page 1: ...ernational Sterling Power Amplifiers User Manual Models Covered Stereo 12 Watt Mk 1 2 Stereo Plus 18 Watt Mk 1 2 Stereo Integrated 12 18 Watt Mk 1 2 Stereo Integrated Remote 12 18 Watt Mk 1 2 Parallel Single Ended Mk 1 2 Push Pull Mk 1 2 ...

Page 2: ...signed to minimise magnetic interference and reduce internal noise to an absolute minimum All our amplifiers are hand built using only the finest components available Our Mark 2 range is entirely hard wired offering even better quality Our new look and our higher specification Mark 2 range are our guarantee to you of quality Warranty All of our products carry a 2 two year worldwide parts and labou...

Page 3: ... amplifier Before attempting to connect your Audion please read carefully and understand thoroughly the contents of this manual Keep this manual near you when installing your Audion so it is handy for reference This manual is designed to assist both novice and experienced persons in achieving satisfaction from your Audion It describes the features and operation Please Note As with any electrical p...

Page 4: ... 5687 E88CC or 6922 valve tube will only fit one way around into its respective socket Before inserting check that the pins are straight and that there is no physical damage to the glass envelope A small downward push is all that is needed to insert the valve tube make sure that the pins align and that the orientation is correct The larger rear valve tubes EL34 or KT88 Both valve tubes when viewed...

Page 5: ...itry risk electrical shock to yourself and invalidate your Audion s warranty Installation Positioning Your Audion You will probably have in mind the location to place your Audion but remember valves tubes get warm and need a good circulation of air Connecting Your Audion is supplied with a power cord for your country of operation However we recommend connecting your input and loudspeaker cables pr...

Page 6: ...top white sockets are for the Left input s the bottom red sockets are for the Right channel s Next connect the loudspeaker cables to your Audion For all Stereo models the left and right channels are marked by red black colouring and also ground channel name ie left right etc Your loudspeaker cables should be of a suitable quality and connect to the corresponding red black binding posts of the loud...

Page 7: ...o zero On the rear panel locate the on off button Push the button downwards to position 1 this has now turned your Audion on You will notice if everything has been installed correctly that your valves tubes are starting to glow your Audion is now Warming up We recommend that an initial few minutes is allowed for the warm up process to take place A valve tube will change its audio characteristics s...

Page 8: ... circumstances should solvent or solvent based products be used on or near your Audion Please remember to fill in and return your warranty registration form to us at the address at the end of this manual Please Check our website for updates to this manual http www audion co uk Enjoy your Audion Have you tried Audion cables We have power loudspeaker and interconnects They are available in two range...

Page 9: ...Full output Noise CCIR 85 db Consumption 180 Watts Tubes 2 x KT88 1 x 5687 1 x E88CC Stereo Integrated remote 12 Watt Mk 1 Power 2 x 18 Watts Class A into 8 Ohms at 240V AC Load 4 8 Ohm Nominal Distortion 1Watt 0 1 No Feedback Frequency Response 14 to 34KHz 1 db Sensitivity Variable 200mV Full output Noise CCIR 85 db Consumption 130 Watts Tubes 2 x EL34 1 x 5687 1 x E88CC Stereo Plus Integrated re...

Page 10: ...able 200mV Full output Noise CCIR 85 db Consumption 160 Watts Tubes 2 x KT88 1 x 5687 1 x E88CC Push Pull 45 Watt Mk 1 Power 45 Watts Class A into 8 Ohms at 240V AC Load 4 8 Ohm Nominal Distortion 1Watt 0 1 No Feedback Frequency Response 10 to 34KHz 1 db Sensitivity Variable 200mV Full output Noise CCIR 85 db Consumption 160 Watts Tubes 2 x KT88 1 x 5687 1 x ECC88 Push Pull 45 Watt Mk 2 Power 45 W...

Reviews: