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A300 

Instructions for Use.  Page 3 of 9

GENERAL ADVICE

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS and USER INFORMATION

Your new A300 is designed and built to provide trouble-free performance but as with all elec-
tronic devices it is necessary to observe a few precautions.  

Heed all warnings on the back of the unit.

Only connect the A300 to a mains outlet of the voltage marked on the back of the unit.

Position the mains lead, speaker leads and signal interconnects where they are not likely
to walked on or trapped by items placed on them.

Do not use near water.

Do not place the unit near direct heat sources such as radiators or other equipment that
produces heat.

Do not place the unit where it can be subjected to direct sun-light.

Do not remove any covers or try to gain access to the inside.  The warranty is invalid if
the unit has been tampered with.  There are no user adjustments within.  Refer all service
work to an authorised Musical Fidelity agent.

Dust regularly with a soft duster or soft brush but be careful when using cleaning or 
polishing agents - they may harm the surface finish.

There are fuses in the A300.  In the unlikely event that one blows, take your unit to your
audio dealer.  Do NOT try to replace the fuse yourself or you will invalidate the warranty.

The remote control enables you to activate the main functions of the amplifier from the comfort
of your armchair.  The following should be noted when operating the amplifier using the remote
control.

- Point the remote control (transmitter) towards the I.R. lens (infra red) on the amplifier.
- Visual contact must exist between the transmitter and receiver.
- If the range of the remote control decreases dramatically, replace the 

batteries with new ones.  

Before Switching on the Stereo System

Please read carefully the instructions on the following pages.  The functional arrangement of
the controls makes the stereo system fairly easy to operate.  You should nevertheless study
these instructions to get the best from your equipment.

Important! Unauthorised opening of the equipment will invalidate any warranty claims

.

Note: To help your dealer identify your amplifier if after-sales service is required, please quote
the serial number located on the rear panel of the unit.

issue 3/13.07.2000

Summary of Contents for A300

Page 1: ... ideas and principles developed in the legendary XA1 Integrated amplifier but with subtle changes and improvements Aesthetically the A300 is a perfect match for the A3 CD player and the A3 FM Tuner Together they form one of the finest hi fi systems that you can own today Dust regularly with a soft duster or soft brush but be careful using cleaning or polishing agents they may harm the surface fini...

Page 2: ... red The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black If connecting to a BS1363 plug a 13 amp fuse must be used WARNING Radio Frequency Interference RFI This hi fi product has been tested to ensure that its operation will not be adversely affected by normal background levels of RFI It is possible that if this product is subjected...

Page 3: ...leaning or polishing agents they may harm the surface finish There are fuses in the A300 In the unlikely event that one blows take your unit to your audio dealer Do NOT try to replace the fuse yourself or you will invalidate the warranty The remote control enables you to activate the main functions of the amplifier from the comfort of your armchair The following should be noted when operating the ...

Page 4: ...tton and LED 8 AUX input select button and LED 9 SACD input select button and LED 10 TAPE input select button and LED 11 Tape monitor button and LED A300 back panel layout 12 RIGHT speaker output 13 Phono earth connection 14 MM MC selection switch 15 Phono input 16 CD input 17 Tuner input 18 AUX input 19 SACD input 20 TAPE input 21 TAPE RECORD output 22 PREAMP output 23 LEFT speaker output 24 IEC ...

Page 5: ...e volume control to minimum 4 Now you can switch on the power and carefully advance the volume to the level you want and enjoy the music CONNECTIONS All connections should be made with the power OFF The A300 has 1 phono input which can be used for either moving magnet MM or moving coil MC cartridges The A300 also has 5 line level inputs CD Tuner Aux SACD and Tape All line level inputs are electric...

Page 6: ...the mute button again to switch the mute off the red led will light again PREAMP OUTPUT The A300 has a permanently active pre amp output situated on the back panel This provides extra flexibility for use in multi room or surround sound systems etc This signal comes from the A300 s internal preamp and its output level is thus con trolled by the front panel volume control This output allows easy upg...

Page 7: ... the source selector button on the front panel The selected source will now be sent to the Tape Record output for recording by the attached tape machine You will also be able to hear the selected source through the loudspeakers Note you can adjust the listening level with the volume control without affecting the recording level OFF TAPE MONITORING In conjunction with a 3 head cassette deck off tap...

Page 8: ...s are connected correctly Remote control unit will not operate POWER switch set to OFF Set switch to ON Batteries not inserted in remote control unit Insert batteries Batteries flat Change batteries Remote control not pointed at IR receiver lens Ensure line of sight between remote control and IR receiver lens is not obstructed Range of remote control has dramatically reduced Batteries running out ...

Page 9: ...m S N Ratio line inputs 83dB A weighted Ref 1W 100dB A weighted Ref 150W S N Ratio MM 78dB A weighted Ref 1W 82dB A weighted Ref 150W S N Ratio MC 70dB A weighted Ref 1W 73dB A weighted Ref 150W Power consumption 600W Max Dimensions Amplifier 440 x 116 x 400mm W x H x D Height includes feet Depth includes terminals Power requirements 100 115 230V AC 50 60Hz Factory preset Weight 16 kg un boxed A30...

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