Placement
In order to deliver its full performance,
the Q
base
should be placed on a stable
solid surface, ideally on a dedicated
shelf on an audio rack or amp stand. It
should be positioned to allow maximum
separation between the system’s AC
power cords and signal leads.
Connection
Each Q
base
has an IEC input on one
end. The unit is symmetrical so that
this can be arranged to the left or right
as circumstances dictate. In order to
install your QRT unit, first switch off
your system. Then connect the Q
base
to
the wall, using a Nordost or other high
quality power cord. The system’s units
should then be connected to the Q
base
in the order shown by the diagrams on
the left.
It is important to connect the line-stage
or integrated amplifier to the Primary
Earth socket located at the center
of the ground star. Principal sources
should be connected in system order
between the AC input and the Primary
Earth, balanced by power amp(s) and
secondary sources on the other side of
this central socket.
While the high-quality WBT binding-post
should be connected to an independent
clean ground, the system will function as
normal without this connection. However,
providing a clean signal ground is one
of the most cost-effective upgrades you
can make to any audio or video system,
as well as maximizing the benefits of the
Q
base
Focussed Earth technology.
Finally, turn on the AC supply to
the Q
base
, followed by the system
components, running from sources first
to power or integrated amplifier last. Sit
back and enjoy the results.
Installation
