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8. USING THE AMPLIFIER IN A STANDARD SYSTEM
This section describes how to connect and set up the Emperor Integrated amplifier for use in a standard
2-channel system with passive loudspeakers as shown in figure 4.
We have also assumed that this is an established system and the only thing being changed is the
integrated amplifier. If any other components in the system are also being changed, please refer to the
user manual(s) of the item(s) concerned for guidance.
1. Ensure that all equipment in the system is switched off.
NEVER make or break connections to any amplifier when it is switched on. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in damage to the amplifier and your loudspeakers.
2. Connect right channel output of your main source to either, one of the amplifier’s right channel
unbalanced inputs (figure 3, J), or one of its right channel balanced inputs (figure 3, M). Where possible,
we recommend that you use the balanced inputs for your main sources, as this will usually produce
superior results.
Connect the left channel output of this source to the matching left channel input of the amplifier – for
example, if you have used the right channel unbalanced #2 input, you must also use the left channel
unbalanced #2 input.
Repeat this procedure with the remaining sources.
Make sure that all the plugs are pushed fully home into their sockets and that the left and right channels
for each source are not accidentally swapped over.
Try to arrange for the input cables to be separated as much as possible from where power cables will run.
This will reduce the chance of hum and other mains borne noise being picked up by the inputs.
3. Connect the right channel loudspeaker cables to the amplifier’s right channel loudspeaker terminals,
figure 3, R.
Ensure that that the loudspeaker’s +ve terminal is connected to the amplifier’s +ve loudspeaker terminal
and that the loudspeaker’s -ve terminal is connected to the amplifier’s -ve loudspeaker terminal.
Repeat the process for the left channel.
These terminals will accept both banana plugs and spade terminals. Where possible we recommend that
cables fitted with spade terminals are used, as this gives a superior connection.
If using banana plugs, ensure that each plug is pushed fully home into the hole in the centre of the terminal.
Figure 4. Standard 2-channel system.
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