Linn CHAKRA C 2100, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...CHAKRA Power amplifiers English Owner s Manual TM C 2100 C 3100 C 4100 C 5100 C 6100 C 2200 C 3200 C 4200 ...

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Page 3: ... The mains plug must be accessible at all times Use the mains switch if applicable when the apparatus is not in use 18 Power lines An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines 19 Outdoor antenna grounding If an outdoor antenna is connected to the apparatus ensure that the antenna system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static build up In the USA see a...

Page 4: ... the receiver is connected P Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 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 10 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 blown fuse c Fit a...

Page 5: ...rks used in this publication Linn and the Linn logo are registered trade marks of Linn Products Limited CHAKRA AKTIV and KLIMAX are trade marks of Linn Products Limited The information in this manual is furnished for informational use only is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Linn Products Limited Linn Products Limited assumes no responsibility or liab...

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Page 7: ... 4 Mains supply 4 Audio connections 5 Back panels Phono 7 C2100 7 C3100 7 C4100 8 C5100 8 C6100 8 C2200 9 C3200 9 C4200 9 Back panels Balanced 10 C2100B 10 C3100B 10 C4100B 11 C5100B 11 C6100B 11 C2200B 12 C3200B 12 C4200B 12 Operation 13 General 13 Signal sensing 13 Protection 13 Technical Specifications 14 Guarantee and Service 15 Channel Configuration Table 17 ...

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Page 9: ... technology was first used in the KLIMAX CHAKRA 500 Twin That same technology has now been employed in this range to offer outstanding performance The CHAKRA range The following CHAKRA power amplifier models are available Model Number of channels Power rating C 2100 Two 100 W C 3100 Three 100 W C 4100 Four 100 W C 5100 Five 100 W C 6100 Six 100 W C 2200 Two 200 W C 3200 Three 200 W C 4200 Four 200...

Page 10: ...grated circuit Linn s execution of the monolithic to bi polar transition is unique and a patent application for the design has been registered When output current is less than a few amps all the power output comes from the monolithic IC maximising the speed and linear properties of this design At higher output currents the bi polar transistors provide the majority of the output current leaving the...

Page 11: ...aced above or below the amplifier that might block or restrict the vents P Do not place anything directly in front of the amplifier If the CHAKRA amplifier has inadequate ventilation and or is played very enthusiastically for a period of time its temperature may rise above the designated operating level and the affected channels will shut down until they have cooled sufficiently Other devices Idea...

Page 12: ...models due to space restrictions on the back panel AUDIO OUT is not available on all channels models 5 POWER switch For switching the power to the amplifier on and off Note this is not a standby switch but cuts the mains supply to the unit 6 MAINS INPUT See Mains supply below Mains supply The CHAKRA amplifier must always be earthed when connected to mains power Use the earthed moulded mains lead s...

Page 13: ... For the balanced audio connection we recommend the use of the lead supplied or an interconnect lead with its connections configured to match with the CHAKRA input connections as shown A Audio connections Connect each channel as shown Phono models Balanced models ...

Page 14: ... of 4 mm banana plugs or can be used as binding posts for the connection of bare wires or spade terminated cables by loosening the outer section of the binding post do not attempt to completely remove this outer section inserting the cable or terminal and re tightening the binding post to clamp it in place Ensure that all the binding posts are tight ...

Page 15: ...ons adjustments indicated by numbers 1 to 4 are repeated for each channel C 2100 C 3100 0 87 1 0 87 1 32 5 2 21 11 8 2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 0 16 1387 6 81 56 25 6 7 7 6 872 5 1 1 9 9 11 63 5 11 63 5 0 87 1 0 87 1 0 87 1 32 5 2 21 11 8 2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 0 16 1387 6 81 56 25 6 7 7 6 872 5 1 1 9 9 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 ...

Page 16: ...2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 0 16 1387 6 81 56 25 6 7 7 6 872 5 1 1 9 9 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 C C 6100 0 87 1 0 87 1 0 87 1 0 87 1 0 87 1 0 87 1 32 5 2 21 11 8 2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 0 16 1387 6 81 56 25 6 7 7 6 872 5 1 1 9 9 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 Notes See page 4 for furthe...

Page 17: ...1 11 8 2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 0 16 1387 6 81 56 25 6 7 7 6 872 5 1 1 9 9 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 287 C C 4200 0 87 1 0 87 1 0 87 1 32 5 2 21 11 8 2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 11 8 2 1 287 0 16 1387 6 81 56 25 6 7 7 6 872 5 1 1 9 9 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 287 Notes See page 4 for further details The connections adjustments indicated by numbers 1 to 4 are repeated for e...

Page 18: ...for each channel For balanced models due to space restrictions on the back panel AUDIO OUT is not available on all channels models C 2100B 32 5 2 21 0 16 1387 6 81 56 25 6 7 7 6 872 5 1 1 9 9 11 63 5 11 63 5 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 386 C C 3100B 32 5 2 21 0 16 1387 6 81 56 25 6 7 7 6 872 5 1 1 9 9 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 386 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 ...

Page 19: ...9 9 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 386 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 C C 6100B 32 5 2 21 0 16 1387 6 81 56 25 6 7 7 6 872 5 1 1 9 9 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 386 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 Notes See page 4 for furt...

Page 20: ... 9 9 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 32 5 2 21 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 11 8 2 287 11 8 2 287 C C 4200B 0 16 1387 6 81 56 25 6 7 7 6 872 5 1 1 9 9 11 63 5 11 63 5 11 63 5 32 5 2 21 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 0 87 1 11 8 2 1 386 11 8 2 287 11 8 2 287 11 63 5 Notes See page 4 for further details The connections adjustments indicated by numb...

Page 21: ...el will shut down in order to protect the amplifier and the loudspeaker drive unit s to which it is connected Please note all channels that are powered by that same power supply will also shut down so more than one channel may be affected Duration Once the condition that caused the amplifier to activate its protection has passed the amplifier will automatically resume normal operation How long the...

Page 22: ... 3 approx 6 5 Kg 14 4 lbs RCA phono XLR 4 mm banana Binding post 250 V T10 A 100 120 Vac 220 240 Vac 50 60 Hz 300 W 14 W Phono 15 5 W XLR 25 6 26 6 27 6 28 6 29 6 30 6 31 6 32 6 19 6 20 6 21 6 22 6 23 6 24 6 25 6 26 6 7K5 Ω phono 7K8 Ω XLR 790 mV rms 1 58 V rms 0 01 100 W rms into 4 Ω 56 W rms into 8 Ω Unconditionally stable into all loudspeaker loads 1 4 Hz to 41 kHz 30 1 V Six channel power ampl...

Page 23: ...parts inside the product and all enquiries relating to product servicing should be referred to authorised retailers only Technical support and information For technical support product queries and information please contact either your local retailer or one of the Linn offices opposite Full details of your local retailer distributor can be found on the Linn web site www linn co uk Important P Plea...

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Page 25: ...or each AKTIV module in the table below the relevant channel number to allow you to quickly and easily note the position of each module for future reference If you have other CHAKRA amplifiers the tables below can be used to note their configuration CHANNEL Configuration Gain setting 1 2 3 4 5 6 CHANNEL Configuration Gain setting 1 2 3 4 5 6 CHANNEL Configuration Gain setting 1 2 3 4 5 6 CHANNEL C...

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