Getting Started
I N T R O D U C T I O N
F E A T U R E S
• 2 x 75W (8 ohms) / 2 x 115W (4 ohms) amplifier
• ST MOSFET TDA7293 dual parallel amplifier
• ES9038Q2M 32-bit DAC
• Bluetooth 5.0 (aptX / aptX HD) input
• HDMI ARC support
• PC USB port for replaying stereo from a compatible host
• MQA full decoder for PC USB / coaxial SPDIF / optical SPDIF inputs
• Roon Tested for PC USB
• Low-noise moving magnet phono stage
• Dedicated current-feedback headphone amplifier
• USB firmware update functionality
• 2 x Analogue inputs
• 1 x Phono (MM) input
• 1 x Coaxial SPDIF digital input
• 1 x Optical SPDIF digital input
• 12V Trigger input
• Pre-amplifier output
• Loudspeaker output
• Headphone output
• Trigger output
U N P A C K I N G T H E E Q U I P M E N T
Unpack the product fully. The carton should contain:
• The LEAK STEREO 230 amplifier
• One IEC power cord suitable for your area
• One remote handset
• One antenna (for metal enclosure version only. The LEAK STEREO 230 with wooden chassis does not have antenna)
• The LEAK STEREO 230 user manual
U S B D R I V E R S ( A N D F I R M W A R E U P D A T E S )
To download Windows Drivers, please see the separate manual. Any firmware updates will also be available from www.leak-hifi.co.uk
P L A C E M E N T
The unit must be mounted on a solid, level and stable surface.
Before you connect the LEAK STEREO 230 to the AC mains power, ensure your AC mains voltage corresponds to the rating on the rear panel of the product.
If in doubt, consult your dealer. If you move to an area which has a different AC mains voltage, seek advice from a LEAK appointed dealer or a competent
service technician.
The LEAK STEREO 230 is a high-performance, high-fidelity integrated amplifier designed for the audio enthusiast. It is designed to be the perfect match to a
wide variety of sources and provides the necessary amplification to realise the highest quality of your stored music through your loudspeakers and headphones.
The LEAK STEREO 230 can be connected to both analogue and digital sources, thanks to its diversity of inputs. A built-in Moving Magnet (MM) phono pre-am-
plifier allows for direct connection to turntable record players. It also offers a newly developed HDMI ARC connectivity function to realise the highest quality
audio in AV applications, for a fully equipped integrated amplifier to meet the demands of modern audiophiles and cinephiles.
The LEAK STEREO 230 will operate as a high-fidelity Digital Audio Converter (DAC). You can also stream music to the LEAK STEREO 230 from any Bluetooth
device such as portable music players and smartphones. The LEAK STEREO 230 is designed with the innovative built-in aptX codec so that you can hear
CD-quality audio over the Bluetooth wireless connection.
To ensure proper operation, please read this owner's manual carefully before using the product. After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference.
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