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Linn LK85 User Manual

Linn LK85
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June 1999
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Contents
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................... 2
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BOUT THIS MANUAL.............................................................................................................................. 2
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ETAILER & DISTRIBUTOR OBLIGATIONS ................................................................................................... 2
H
OW TO USE THIS MANUAL...................................................................................................................... 2
INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................................... 3
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MPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION............................................................................................................ 3
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NSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................... 3
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LACEMENT.......................................................................................................................................... 3
POWER-UP PROBLEMS........................................................................................................................ 4
P
OWER UP PROBLEMS ............................................................................................................................ 4
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USE BLOWING...................................................................................................................................... 5
PROTECTION (TRIPPING) PROBLEMS ................................................................................................. 7
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MPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT TRIP PLEASE READ BEFORE FAULT FINDING ON TRIP PROBLEM..................... 7
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RIP PROBLEMS – FAULT TABLE............................................................................................................... 8
STAND-BY PROBLEMS......................................................................................................................... 9
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NFORMATION ABOUT THE STAND-BY FACILITY ............................................................................................ 9
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TAND-BY PROBLEM TABLE..................................................................................................................... 9
AMPLIFIER & AUDIO PROBLEMS........................................................................................................11
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MPLIFIER & AUDIO PROBLEMS...............................................................................................................11
DC
AT THE OUTPUT...............................................................................................................................11

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Linn LK85 Specifications

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TypeStereo Power Amplifier
Channels2
Gain28.6 dB
Signal to Noise Ratio> 100 dB
Damping Factor> 100
Power Output into 8 Ohms85W
Input Impedance10 kOhms
Input Sensitivity775 mV
Dimensions80 x 320 x 325 mm
Total Harmonic Distortion< 0.05%

Summary

Introduction

About this manual

Explains the purpose and scope of the service manual for Linn retailers and distributors.

Retailer & Distributor Obligations

Outlines the repair obligations for Linn Specialist Retailers and Distributors under warranty agreements.

How to use this manual

Guides users on effectively navigating the manual, including fault finding and using the glossary.

Installation

Important Safety Information

Crucial safety precautions for mains connections, lethal voltages, and handling the amplifier.

Placement

Advises on locations to avoid RF interference, excessive heat, humidity, and dust for optimal performance.

Handling & general maintenance

Details careful handling procedures, including anti-static precautions and power-off connection requirements.

Power-up Problems

Unit fails to power on

Addresses scenarios where the unit does not switch on, including dead power LEDs and no function.

Power LED status indicators

Explains the meaning of red power LED status and potential causes like trip or standby.

Intermittent power failure

Covers instances where the unit may intermittently fail to power up or shut down.

Incorrect voltage supply

Details problems caused by connecting the unit to an incorrect mains voltage supply.

Fuse blowing

Fuse blowing due to wrong type

Addresses fuse blowing when the incorrect fuse type or value is fitted.

Fuse blowing due to mains surges

Covers fuse blowing caused by power surges from the mains supply.

Fuse blowing due to incorrect voltage

Explains fuse blowing when the unit is connected to an incorrect mains voltage setting.

Fuse blowing due to transformer fault

Details fuse blowing when the internal transformer is faulty.

Fuse blowing due to faulty mains inlet

Identifies a faulty mains inlet as a cause for fuse blowing.

Fuse blowing due to diode fault

Addresses fuse blowing possibly caused by a short-circuit bridge rectifier diode.

Fuse blowing due to internal short

Covers fuse blowing caused by an internal short circuit within the unit.

Protection (Tripping) Problems

Understanding Trip conditions

Explains that amplifier trip (protection) is usually due to genuine system issues like overheating or over-current.

Identifying a tripped unit

Describes how to identify a tripped unit, primarily by the power LED turning red.

Over-temperature Trip explanation

Details factors contributing to over-temperature trips, such as high volume, poor ventilation, and ambient temperature.

Trip problems – Fault Table

Amp shutting down after 10-20 minutes

Addresses intermittent shutdown, possibly due to standby sensitivity settings, not actual tripping.

Amp tripping intermittently

Covers intermittent tripping, indicating a potentially damaging situation like overheating or over-current.

Amp permanently tripped

Deals with constant tripping where other causes are ruled out, often indicating blown monolithic ICs.

Stand-by Problems

Stand-by facility explanation

Details the automatic standby function, its timing, override, and sensitivity adjustments.

Amp goes into standby during music

Addresses the symptom where the amp enters standby mode while music is playing.

Unit never comes out of standby

Covers issues where the unit fails to exit standby mode, potentially due to blown ICs or faulty lines.

Unit never goes into standby

Details scenarios where the unit fails to enter standby mode, often due to sensitivity settings or internal link configuration.

Amplifier & Audio Problems

No output from one or both channels

Addresses loss of audio output in one or both channels, possibly with noise.

Clicking, buzzing or popping noise

Covers audio artifacts like clicking, buzzing, or popping at the output of both channels.

Mono output instead of stereo

Details issues where the output is mono, even with stereo input and equal channel balance.

Thumping/banging noise on input switch

Addresses speaker noise when switching between pre-amp inputs.

DC at the output

Normal DC reading when unconnected

Explains that a DC reading (around 2V) is normal when the unit is not connected to speakers or pre-amp.

DC voltage at output due to IC failure

Addresses DC voltage at the output due to blown monolithic ICs, suggesting board replacement.

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