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KLIMAX Loudspeaker System
Owner’s Manual
Klimax 350, 340, 320 English
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Wiring and amping options
The standard Klimax 350 is supplied with terminal link strips (factory-fitted). The links
connect the terminals together for single-wiring, or can be cut or removed to provide
multi-wiring or multi-amping options.
When connecting the standard models in passive mode, it will benefit the sonic
performance to upgrade from single-wiring. Using a separate cable for each drive unit
connection (multi-wiring) will tend to provide the best sound from a single amplifier
channel; or to provide further improvement, use a separate amplifier channel for each
drive unit connection (multi-amping).
For best audio performance however, your loudspeakers should be driven in AKTIV
mode, which provides benefits over and above that which can be gained from multi-
wiring/ multi-amping (see
Aktiv operation
section, above).
Please ensure that the positive (+) or red-coloured connectors from your amplifier(s)
connect to the positive (+) connectors on your loudspeaker(s). And that the negative (-)
or black-coloured connectors from your amplifier(s), connect to the negative (-)
connectors on your loudspeaker(s).
Where external amplification is being used, Linn power amplifiers are recommended. If
non-Linn amplifiers are being used in a multi-amping situation, please ensure that the
gain figures match each other, in order to avoid any imbalance.
Link strip information
To remove / fit the link strips:
•
Loosen the outer section of each binding
post on one row of terminals (do not
remove these posts completely).
•
Slide the link strip diagonally outwards to
remove.
•
When refitting the strips, please ensure
that they are fully and correctly inserted.
•
Ensure that all the binding posts are tight
(whether the strips are being refitted or
not).
•
Repeat the process for the second row.
To modify the link strips for multi-wiring or multi-amping applications:
•
Remove the link strip from the loudspeaker,
as explained above.
•
Determine where you require to make the
cut (see multi-wiring/ multi-amping options
below for guidance).
•
Using a pair of strong snips or a small
hacksaw, cut at an angle (example shown),
using the holes as guides for cutting
position and to help make snipping easier.
If you will be using both sides of the
separated link, ensure your cut creates a
definite gap in order to eradicate the
possibility of the links accidentally
re-connecting, when fitted to the
loudspeaker. Cutting across both holes as
shown will ensure a good spacing.
•
File down any sharp edges to prevent the
possibility of injury.
Important notes on using the link strips
The configurations below are only suggestions - others are possible. If you are trying
other setups, we would advise that you consult an authorised Linn retailer and please
bear in mind the following points:
Never use the strips to link positive (+) and negative (-) terminals together.
When multi-amping, ensure that the link strips do not short-circuit amplifier channels
together. Shorting the outputs of separate amplifier channels together can damage the
amplifier(s) and loudspeaker drive units.
Do not connect more than one strip per terminal.
