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LINN KABER
OWNERS MANUAL
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Year 2000 Compliance Linn has used all reasonable endeavours to ensure that the software in the products manufactured by it is capable of normal operation before, during and after 1 January 2000 and in respect of past, present and future dates without replacement, alteration or upgrade (“Year 2000 Compliant”). Linn, however, gives no express warranties, representations or undertakings and to the maximum extent permitted hereby excludes any terms, warranties, representations or undertakings im
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Explanation of symbols used in this manual and on the product : This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltages within the enclosure of sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important maintenance and servicing information in the instruction and service manuals. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PA
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Copyright and acknowledgements : Copyright Linn Products Limited. Linn Products Ltd., Floors Road, Waterfoot, Glasgow G76 0EP, Scotland, U.K. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise without the prior written consent of the publisher. The information in this manual is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without noti
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USIC is very important for people. It stimulates the imagination, helps them relax, can change their mood, and of course provides Mentertainment and pleasure. A good hi-fi works well enough to deliver these benefits. It also helps you appreciate music you never thought you would. At Linn we devote our energy to improving standards of music reproduction, because we know that the better the sound the more you'll enjoy music at home. The addition of any Linn component will improve the sound qua
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NTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing our Linn KABER LS500 loudspeakers, which join the family of Linn loudspeakers, and use much of Ithe technology of the KEILIDH and the KELTIK. The KABERS are the result of extensive development work and reach what we believe to be new standards of performance in loudspeakers at this price level. Remember, as no loudspeaker is capable of improving the quality of the signal it receives, the KABER should be used with good quality ancillary equipment. 4
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ENERAL INFORMATION If you have chosen to install your KABERs yourself, follow the detailed INSTALLATION GUIDE further Gon in this manual. If you have any problems, please ask your Linn retailer to help. Linn retailers and their staff have been extensively trained to ensure that they have the knowledge and expertise to get the best possible sound from our equipment, so it makes sense for you to call on this skill whenever you need it. STANDS All loudspeakers perform best when rigidly mounted.
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CONFIGURATION The Linn KABERs are an extremely versatile loudspeaker, and can be used in a particularly wide range of configurations, each with a distinct performance advantage. This makes it easy for you to develop your system over its lifetime, without having to change any substantial component. The configurations possible are: - SINGLE-WIRED - BI-WIRED - TRI-WIRED - BI-AMPLIFIED - TRI-AMPLIFIED - TRI-AMPLIFIED AKTIV (dealer install only) KABERs are supplied configured for use i
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ACTIVE/PASSIVE With a passive loudspeaker, the signal from the amplifier is divided into three frequency bands, (bass, bass/mid and treble) by a passive filter built into the loudspeaker cabinet. This is powered by the signal itself, absorbing some of the amplifier power, and preventing the amplifier from accurately controlling the loudspeaker. Although the highest quality components are used in Linn loudspeakers, they have to handle extremely high power without overheating, and are less suitab
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NSTALLATION GUIDE Lift the cabinets from the carton by their sides to avoid damaging the drive units. If you can, keep the packing for possible future transportation. I COMPOSITE BASE To install the composite base, lay the speakers on their back or on top of a soft surface. Remove the four pozi-pan screws holding the transport base to the loudspeaker, and remove the base itself. Screw the composite base to the loudspeakers, and screw the floor spikes and locknuts into the sockets on the four
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CONFIGURATION As previously mentioned under GENERAL INFORMATION, KABERs are supplied configured for use in TRI-WIRED mode. (see below) To convert KABERs to BI-WIRED mode remove the black-ringed (negative) input terminal collars using the key provided. Fit the two way plate supplied over the bottom two sockets and replace the terminal collars. Repeat this operation with the red (positive) terminals. (see below) To convert KABERs to SINGLE WIRED mode follow the instructions above, but fit the th
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GRILLES To fit the grille, ensure that the shiny side of the material is to the outside. Find the knotted part of the grille elastic, and locate it in the slot below the bass driver that separates the top and bottom baffles. Place the knot about a third of the way in from a corner, then pull the grille up evenly over the baffle. Then find the joint in the rubber ring and locate it in the slot below the bottom baffle, again about a third of the way in from a corner. Pull the ring up so that it l
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CONNECTION Connection of the loudspeaker to the amplifier should be made with good quality cable. Linn K600 series cable is ideal for tri-wiring. The leads should be terminated with the connectors supplied. These ensure optimum contact and the use of other connectors could degrade the signal. All Linn cable is marked with the Linn symbol to indicate directionality. The end marked with the circular Linn symbol should point to the loudspeakers, and the other to the amplifier. LOUDSPEAKERS AMPLI
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POSITIONING KABER speakers have been designed to perform best when placed close to a wall. Ideally the rear of the loudspeaker should between 4" and 12" (10 cm and 30 cm) from the wall, and at least 18" (45 cm) from any corner. The distance between the loudspeaker and your normal listening position should form part of an equilateral triangle. They also benefit from being angled inwards slightly by between 5 and 10 degrees. These are general guidelines and a little experimentation with positio
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SPECIFICATIONS Type 3-way Infinite baffle loudspeaker Frequency response Active: 40Hz-20kHz +/- 2dB Passive: 60Hz-20kHz +/- 3dB Input Impedence Active: 8 Ohms per drive unit Passive: 4 Ohms Efficiency 87dB for 1W at 1m (1kHz) Amplifier requirements At least 60W per channel into 4 Ohms Wiring options Single-Wiring, Bi-Wiring, Bi-Amplification, Tri-Wiring, Tri-Amplification, Active Tri-Amplification Drive Units 19mm ceramic-domed treble, 2 x 125mm carbon-loaded bass/midrange Size 900mm (H) x 19
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GUARANTEE AND SERVICE This product is guaranteed under the conditions which apply in the country of purchase. In the UK and other markets, extended warranty is offered to customers who register their purchase with Linn. A Registration Card can be obtained from your retailer and should be stamped by him. WARNING Refer all enquiries to authorised dealers only. Unauthorised servicing or dismantling of the product invalidates the manufacturer's warranty. If you are in any doubt, please contact
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