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Table of Contents
Section 1 — Introduction
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1.1
About ANK Audio Kits ……………………………………………..…………………………..……………..…......
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1.2
Evolution of the L1 EL84 Integrated Amplifier V2
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1.3
Equipment
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1.3.1
Overview of the Kit
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1.4
Tips and Suggestions …………………………………………………….………….………………………..….…
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1.4.1
Soldering
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1.4.2
Components
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1.4.3
Resistor Sizes ……………………………………………….……….………………………………….......
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1.4.4
Capacitor Voltage Ratings
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1.4.5
Electrolytic Capacitors ……………………………………………………………………………..……
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Diodes ………………………………………….……………………………..………………………………..…
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1.4.7
Hardware/Mechanical …………………………………………………………………………..………
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1.4.8
Wire Stripping and Tinning
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1.4.9
Wire Color
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1.4.10 Optional Finishing Touches
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1.5
Build Process …………………………………………………………………………….…………………..………...…
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1.5.1
Some Good Rules of Thumb for Building Your Headphone Amplifier
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1.5.2
Organization of this Manual
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1.5.3
Electrical Safety Warning
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Section 2 — Chassis, AC, and Mains Transformer installation
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2.1
Overview
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2.2
Installing the Feet
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2.3
Installing the Mains Transformer
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2.4
Installing the Chassis Ground Screw
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2.5
Installing the IEC and Rocker Switch
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2.6
Wiring the IEC, Rocker Switch, and Chassis Ground
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IEC PCB Wiring …………………………..………………...............................…....................……………………… 26
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Connecting and Mounting the IEC PCB …………………………..….......................……………………… 29
Section 3 — Dyna-Choke Installation
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3.1
Overview
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