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ABSOLARE Hybrid Stereo Amplifier User Manual 1.2
1. General Description
The Absolare Hybrid Stereo Amplifier is a tube input / solid state output hybrid
design, dual-mono stereo amplifier. The single ended tube input section is inspired
by the Absolare Preamplifier using two 12AU7/ECC82 (or compatible) tubes. The
output section is all solid-state.
2. Safety Issues and Warnings
- Be sure the voltage setting of the unit matches the applied voltage to power
input.
Operating voltage is fixed and must only be changed by an authorized service
agent.
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Do not connect unbalanced subwoofer input terminals to speaker outputs!
Absolare Hybrid Stereo Amplifier has a balanced output stage. Neither of the
speaker output terminals should be connected to ground. Doing so may permanently
damage the amplifier. Please consult your dealer about correct subwoofer
connection.
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This Amplifier is not bridgeable
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Do not short circuit the speaker terminals.
The output is protected for short
circuits, but speaker damage may occur from electrical pulses when the connectors
touch to each other.
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Do not touch tubes while operating
. Tubes are extremely hot devices and
contain very high voltages.
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Do not open bottom covers.
There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit.
