Warning – Under no circumstances should any attempt be made to
circumvent the ground system to the AC line for any reason
. Using a
ground lifted system can be potentially extremely dangerous, both to persons that might
come in contact with the unit, and to the unit itself, and proper RF shielding cannot be
attained without a secure ground connection.
Damage to the unit that is the result of improper AC connection and grounding will not be
covered under the warranty.
Prior to connecting this preamplifier to any audio or video equipment in your system,
make sure this unit’s power (and the rest of the equipment connected to its input and
output channels) is turned off. Adding or removing input or output cables to the
preamplifier while the system is powered on can cause damage to the preamplifier and
possibly also to the rest of the system.
Water and Moisture
The TP-2.5 should be kept away from sources of water or moisture. If liquid enters the
unit it must be immediately returned to your dealer for servicing. In this case you
should under no circumstances try to power the unit on - there are hazardous voltages
present in this unit that can cause serious injury if they come in contact with you.
Location and Ventilation
Warning – To avoid risk of failure due to overheating, do not stack components
The TP-2.5 chassis emits heat and needs proper ventilation to ensure long operational life.
Under no circumstances should the TP-2.5 be stacked on top of or below any other unit.
Ensure that the TP-2.5 is installed in a location that is stable and well ventilated. If the
preamplifier is placed in a built-in installation, ensure that there is adequate room for air to
flow through the ventilation openings. Allow at least 3 - 5 inches clearance on the top and
around the sides of each chassis of the preamplifier. The warranty does not cover units
that are damaged due to overheating from incorrect installation.
It is also recommended that the TP-2.5 be sited at least 3 feet away from the power
amplifier to prevent possible noise introduction into the system.
Tiptoes or other isolation accessories may prove useful in reducing mechanical vibrations
or other external vibrations that might affect sonic performance, and we have found that
such accessories can offer definite beneficial sonic improvements when used correctly. In
all cases this preamplifier should only be installed in a location that is stable, as warranty
does not cover damage due to the unit falling.
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