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PLINIUS KAITAKI
OUTPUT TERMINALS
The connection of the outputs of the Kaitaki Preamplifier must be made by an
‘instructed person’ or by suitable ready made interconnect cables only. Connections
for power amplifiers are provided at the rear of the unit. If using single-ended RCA
outputs, connect your Kaitaki to the RCA inputs on the back of the power amplifier.
Make sure you connect the red coded cable to the red RIGHT RCA output, and
the white (or black) cable to the black LEFT RCA output. Also make sure the RCA
connectors are a snug fit and are inserted all the way in. For XLR output connection,
make sure you connect the RIGHT XLR output and LEFT XLR output to the right and
left inputs of your Power Amplifier respectively. Also make sure the XLR connectors
click into place.
NOTE: DO NOT connect XLR and RCA at the same time, use only one or the other.
The only time the outputs are not ‘live’ is when the Preamplifier is in mute or standby.
TERMINATION QUALITY
Quality of the connections must be examined to ensure that high-performance,
trouble-free operation is enjoyed. Check that the connections are tight but do not
over tighten. Be sure to use good quality connectors with a firm fit.
PHASING (OR POLARITY)
It is important to achieve good stereo imaging in your listening room. By observing the
wiring instructions for your preamplifi er, each power amplifi er/loudspeaker combination
should be in phase. If you experience poor stereo image and/or a lack of bass, check
that the loudspeaker wiring has been connected correctly. If in doubt, consult your
Plinius dealer for advice. Naturally it is also important to make sure all the leads
carrying signals for the RIGHT channel loudspeaker are connected to the RIGHT input
to the amplifier from your preamplifier or CD player etc. Signals for the LEFT channel
should be wired in a similar fashion.
USING HT BYPASS INPUT
The Kaitaki Preamplifier features a home theatre input to bypass the preamplifier
stage when used in home theatre or multimedia installations. When HT Bypass is
selected, the signal will pass from the HT Bypass input directly to the Kaitaki output
and on to the connected power amplifier.
KAITAKI OUTPUTS
POWER AMPLIFIER INPUTS
