Linear Tube Audio MicroZOTL MZ2S User Manual Download Page 2

Universal voltage power supply – works in any country automatically (the LPS can be 
easily switched by the user between the two most widely used voltages, with the 
exception being Japan)  

Front switch selects between three* inputs 

Preamp output 

*Earlier versions of the amp had only two inputs or the option between two and three. The 
current model is only offered with three inputs.

Advantages of ZOTL technology 

Eliminates intermodulation distortion  

Low impedance output easily matches wide range of speakers and headphones 

Designed by David Berning – one of world’s leading amplifier designer 

Same technology and tone as Berning amps that cost thousands of dollars more  

No heavy audio transformers on the audio board 

Patented impedance conversion technology 

Tubes operate in a low current manner to last over 10,000 hours 

Power Supply 

The power supply for the unit is in a separate case.  The external power supply has a connection 
to the AC cord and a connection for 12V Output. A cable with 5.5mm OD, 2.5mm ID locking 
barrel connectors on either end is attached between the power supply and the main amplifier unit.  
Other manufacturer’s power supplies may be used as long as they supply 12VDC at 2.5 amps. 
The MicroZOTL2.0 is fused at 2.5 amps (5x20mm fast-blow).   

Power Sources* 

The universal input features automatic voltage selection, and requires no rewiring to change from 
100VAC to 240VAC, or from 50Hz to 60 Hz. Power consumption is 33 watts. 

*The LPS requires manual switching from 115V to 220V, which can easily be done without 
opening the power supply case. 

Operation 

Operation of the MZ2 amplifier is straightforward. The amplifier can be used with a high-level 
source such as a CD player or DAC directly, and the level control on the amplifier can be used as 
a volume control.  

Summary of Contents for MicroZOTL MZ2S

Page 1: ...th the power button on the faceplate You may want to attach interconnects or speakers before powering on but it isn t necessary If you are using the MZ2 as a preamp it is best to have your power amp o...

Page 2: ...manner to last over 10 000 hours Power Supply The power supply for the unit is in a separate case The external power supply has a connection to the AC cord and a connection for 12V Output A cable with...

Page 3: ...r outputs 1 watt 4 ohms If your speakers are 93db efficiency or higher speakers can be driven to a surprising volume with only a watt 93 db is recommended only for near field listening For a small roo...

Page 4: ...ier and when powering your system off first turn off the power amplifier then turn off the MZ2 This is not an issue when using tube power amps Front View Inputs There are three inputs that are switche...

Page 5: ...lt operation one jumper should be installed across 1 and 3 and a second jumper should be installed across 2 and 4 If you accidentally plug a 12 volt tube into a microZOTL configured for 6 volts it won...

Page 6: ...pecial transformers operating at a constant RF carrier frequency of 250kHz Because the audio signal is riding on a carrier it is not subject to parasitic elements of the transformer that would distort...

Page 7: ...tubes is aligned with the slot on the tube socket The amplifier is self biasing so there are no adjustments necessary The tube sockets we use are very tight proceed gently and gradually when changing...

Page 8: ...protection of all corners and avoidance of any looseness in the carton 3 This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from physical abuse or unauthorized alterations or repairs or from tube rolli...

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