Plinius 8150 - User Manual

Plinius 8150 instruction manual. Page 1
CONGRATULATIONS on your decision to become the proud owner of the
PLINIUS 8150 fully Integrated Amplifier.
This manual has been prepared to help you understand the operation of your amplifier and
to provide some information about its design and the variety of ways it may be used.
We have designed and manufactured this amplifier to faithfully and accurately reproduce
music. This hand built instrument should give a lifetime of pleasure and with a little care
and a full understanding of the operating recommendation in this manual the Plinius 8150
should provide trouble free performance.
Every component used within the 8150 has been chosen for sonic excellence and the
potentiometers have been selected from Audiophile quality types.
Serial Number:
Date of Manufacture:
Final Test Certified by:
Phono stage set for: Moving Magnet. Moving Coil.
PLEASE TAKE TIME TO READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE
USING YOUR AMPLIFIER.

Summary

Warning and Safety Precautions

Amplifier Facilities and Features

Front Panel Controls

Details the main switch, record selector, source selector, and volume control on the front panel.

Rear Panel Connectivity

Covers RCA inputs, phono stage settings, output terminals, and pre-out connections.

Additional Rear Panel Functions

Explains processor loop, mute function, speaker connection, phasing, and connection quality.

Installation and Operation

Mains Voltage and Placement

Guidance on verifying mains voltage, ideal placement, ventilation, and amplifier warm-up.

Rear Panel Connections and Power

Details rear panel layout, tape dubbing, mains power connection, and wiring codes.

Fuses and Loudspeaker Setup

Information on mains/rail fuses and advice for connecting HiFi quality loudspeakers.

Remote Control and Servicing

Instructions for remote control maintenance, general servicing, and cleaning the unit.

Specifications

Appendix 1: Phono Stage Configuration

Plinius 8150 Specifications

General

Type	Integrated Amplifier
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	> 100 dB
Power Output	150 W per channel (8 ohms)
Damping Factor	200
Input Impedance	47 kOhm
Total Harmonic Distortion	<0.05% (1kHz, full power)
Input Sensitivity	300mV (line level)