Genesis Reference Amplifier Owners Manual Ver 2.0
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Once you decide on the placement of the amplifier module, and connect the
power transformer using the supplied Power Umbilical, locate the power
transformer module as far away from the listener as possible. The Power
Umbilical will only go in one way so the assembly should be obvious. Align
the plugs to the like-colored sockets, insert and twist until the lock “clicks”.
If you have the optional Maximum Dynamic Headroom Reservoir (MDHR),
place that on top of the amplifier module
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, and connect the two using the
short Power Umbilical supplied with the MDHR. Then, connect the power
transformer module to the MDHR.
Before you plug the power cord in the power transformer, please make
sure that you have the power transformer with the proper voltage for
the country you are in.
Taiwan, Japan and North America will require the
115V version. Most European countries and other Asian countries will
require the 230V version. Also, make sure that you have the appropriate
power transformer for the amplifier model that you have.
Connect the loudspeakers to the 5-way binding posts using good quality
loudspeaker cables, and the appropriate RCA or XLR interconnects to the
pre-amplifier.
Safety Information
1.
Never try to disassemble the amplifier as you may be exposed
to dangerous voltages. Even after turning the amplifier off and
unplugging it from the wall socket, it will retain a lethal electrical
charge for a very long time. There is huge energy storage in the
power supply capacitors (and even more so in the MDHR!!).
2.
Do not attempt to modify the amplifier. The device has been
tested and adjusted for optimal operation and should give you
years of trouble-free service.
3.
Do not connect/disconnect the power supply and power
transformer from the amplifier module without turning the
amplifier off first.
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Note that the rubber feet of the MDHR
may
mark the top of the amplifier
module, but this is easily cleaned off using rubbing alcohol or “Goof Off”.
However, please note that the placement and material of the rubber feet will
serve to further damp the top plate of the amplifier module. Do not be
tempted to use cones or other forms of isolation between the MDHR and the
amplifier module. The top of the amplifier chassis holds the signal path.
