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QUAD II Classic - User Manual

QUAD II Classic
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Owner’s Manual
Quad Electroacoustics Ltd, IAG House,
Sovereign Court, Ermine Business Park,
Huntingdon PE29 6XU
England
www.quad-hifi.co.uk
Tel: 01480 447700 Fax: 01480 431767
Quad II Classic
Monobloc Valve Power Amplifier
KT66 KT66
Classic

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QUAD II Classic Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandQUAD
ModelII Classic
CategoryAmplifier
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Precautions

Service & Information

Authorised QUAD Service Centres in the U.K. and North America

Lists authorised service centres in the UK and North America for product support.

Specifications

Introduction and Preliminaries

Introduction

Introduces the QUAD II Classic amplifier as a re-creation of the legendary QUAD II.

Preliminaries

Covers items included in the QUAD II Classic amplifier carton and initial setup advice.

Installation and Operation

Installation

Details on connecting the amplifier, including mains voltage and fuse ratings.

Output Transformer

Explains the function and potential damage risks of the output transformer.

Overall Volume Levels

Guidance on adjusting volume and avoiding overloading the amplifier or loudspeakers.

Care and Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the equipment's surface safely.

Guarantee and Product Registration

Information on the product warranty period and the need for registration.

Conclusion

A concluding statement reflecting on the product's heritage and user expectations.

Technical Considerations and Usage

Valves Get Hot

Advises on the heat generated by valves and the need for adequate ventilation.

Valve Amplifiers Work at High Voltages

Warns about high voltages inside and advises against opening the case.

Valves are Microphonic

Explains microphonics in valves and recommends speaker placement to avoid vibration.

Interconnects and Cables

Guidance on choosing and using signal and loudspeaker cables.

Connections

Details on input connections, including RCA phono and speaker terminals.

Loudspeaker Connections

Step-by-step guide for correctly connecting loudspeakers to the amplifier.

Final System Connections

Instructions for making final connections with power off and volume at minimum.

Operation

Instructions to maximize performance and lifespan, including initial power-up.

Running In New Equipment

Recommendation for an extended running-in period for new valve equipment.

Warming Up Before Use

Advises allowing amplifiers time to warm up before playing music.

Valve Lifetimes

Explains factors affecting valve lifespan and recommends switching off when not in use.

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