Brinkmann MARCONI - User Manual

Manual for brinkmann Preamplifier MARCONI
Design : Service :
Brinkmann Audio Ing.-Büro R. Klatt-Milsmann
Im Himmelreich 13 Deppendorfer Str. 151
88147 Achberg DE 33793 Bielefeld DE
Germany Germany
Tel.: 08380 / 981195 Tel.: 05203 / 883033
Fax: 08380 / 981233 Fax: 05203 / 883034
www.brinkmann-audio.com R.Klatt-Milsmann@gmx.de
info@brinkmann-audio.com
Legal Regulation of the European Community :
This amplifier had been designed and testet according to the guidelines IEC55013 and
IEC55020, it meets the safety requirements IEC60065.
Informations for Safety :
The preamplifier MARCONI is only to be used in dry rooms with an average temperature
and is only allowed for 220-240V, 50Hz alternating current.
The power supply is only to be connected to grounded wall sockets.
Please connect or disconnect only when the amplifier is not connected to the mains.
The amplifier is not switched off in the stand-by modus.
Always disconnect the amplifier from the mains when it is not used for a longer period of
time ( during holidays etc. ) !
Never lift or remove the glass plate while the amplifier is connected to the mains !
Attention, dangerous voltage !
Repairs, modifications etc. are only to be carried out by the company brinkmann itself or
by specially authorized workshops ! Please allow some time before lifting the glass plate, so
high voltages can reduce.
Always keep the amplifier away from wet, heat and open fire. Never expose it to the blazing
sun ! Never place receptacles with fluids on the amplifier.
The amplifier is equipped with a temperature limiter that switches off at about 65°C ; to
guarantee a flawless function please make sure to have a free space for air circulation
measuring 30cm above the preamplifier and 10cm on each side. The heatsinks are never to
be covered !

Summary

Informations for Safety

General Safety Precautions

Covers usage in dry rooms, power connection, disconnecting, and handling the glass plate.

Handling and Environment

Details on repairs, voltage warnings, avoiding wetness, heat, direct sun, and ensuring air circulation.

Technical Information

Device Controls and Operation

Explains the puristic design, controls, operation settings, and buffer stage for tape output.

Display Functionality

Describes how the display shows output gain, channel information, and signal phase.

Connectivity and Control

Inputs and Outputs

Lists asymmetrical and symmetrical line inputs, record output, and power amplifier outputs.

Remote Control Usage

Details the remote control buttons, sensor placement, and battery replacement.

Setup and Adjustments

Preamplifier Adjustments

Explains input selection, mute function, and DC-offset protection.

Initial Setup and Placement

Guides on connecting inputs/outputs, power supply, placement, and tube replacement.

Detailed Technical Specifications

Performance Metrics

Lists distortion, signal-to-noise ratio, bandwidth, output, and input characteristics.

Physical Dimensions

Provides casing dimensions for the preamplifier, power supply, and granite plate.

Brinkmann MARCONI Specifications

General

Type	Integrated Amplifier
Dimensions	420 x 120 x 330 mm (W x H x D)
Weight	16 kg
Damping Factor	> 100
Outputs	1 x Pre-out
Total Harmonic Distortion	< 0.1 %