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3 General Installation
Naim equipment is designed to offer the finest
performance possible avoiding compromise
wherever practical. This can lead to circumstances
that may be unfamiliar. The notes that follow
contain advice specifically related to Naim
equipment as well as more general warnings about
the use of domestic audio products. Please read
them carefully.
3.1 Siting The Equipment
Some Naim equipment is extremely heavy. Check the weight of
the equipment prior to lifting and if necessary use more than
one person so that it can be moved safely. Ensure that your
equipment rack or table can easily support the weight and is
stable.
3.2 Switching On
Always use the switch on the product rather than a mains
outlet switch to switch the product on.
A “thump” may be heard from the loudspeakers as power
amplifiers are switched on. This is normal, will not cause
any loudspeaker damage and does not point to any fault
or problem. A mild “pop” may also be heard shortly after
equipment is switched off.
3.3 Running In
Naim equipment takes a considerable time to run in before
it performs at its best. The duration varies, but under some
conditions the sound may continue to improve for over a
month. Better and more consistent performance will be
achieved if the system is left switched on for long periods. It is
worth remembering however that equipment left connected to
the mains can be damaged by lightning.
3.4 Radio Interference
In some circumstances, depending on where you live and the
earthing arrangements in your home, you may experience
radio frequency interference. Controls on broadcasting in some
territories allow very high levels of radio frequency radiation
and both the choice and exact siting of equipment may be
critical. Susceptibility to radio frequency interference is related
to the wide internal bandwidth necessary for high sound
quality. A radio frequency filter kit is available for some Naim
equipment but sound quality will be progressively compromised
as more elements of the kit are fitted. In situations of extreme
radio interference Naim equipment may be unsuitable.
3.5 Lightning Precautions
Your Naim hi-fi system can be damaged by lightning and should
be turned off and disconnected from the mains when there is
risk of lightning strike. For complete protection all mains plugs
and any aerial cables should be disconnected when not in use.
3.6 Problems?
Consumer protection varies from country to country. In
most territories a retailer must be prepared to take back
any equipment he has sold if it cannot be made to work
satisfactorily. A problem may be due to a fault in the system
or its installation so it is essential to make full use of your
dealer’s diagnostic skills. Please contact your local distributor,
or Naim Audio directly, if any difficulties cannot be resolved.
Some Naim equipment is made in special versions for
different territories and this makes it impracticable to arrange
international guarantees. Please establish the local guarantee
arrangements with your retailer. Contact Naim Audio directly
for help and advice if necessary.
3.7 Service and Updates
It is essential that repairs and updates are only carried out by
an authorised Naim retailer or at the factory by Naim itself.
Many components are custom made, tested or matched and
appropriate replacements are often unobtainable from other
sources.
Direct contact to Naim for service or update information should
be made initially through Customer Services:
Tel:
+44 (0)1722 426600
Email:
Please quote the product serial number (found on its rear
panel) in all correspondence.
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