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- Page 1 300B Headphone and Speaker Amplifier Single-Ended, Class-A Owner’s Manual Please review this manual before operating your WOO AUDIO™ product. ©2015 W OO A UDIO I nc. A ll r ights r eserved. www.wooaudio.com ...
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Page 2: Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information CAUTION: These amplifiers are shipped without the vacuum tubes installed. It is necessary to install the tubes first. It is essential that the tubes are installed correctly or serious damage that is not covered by the warranty will result. Turn off immediately in the event of malfunction Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the equipments, turn it off immediately. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS OVERVIEW QUICK INSTALLATION OPERATION COMPATIBLE TUBES FAQ - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS WARRANTY AND SERVICE RECOMMENDED SETTINGS PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ©2015 W OO A UDIO I nc. A ll r ights r eserved. www.wooaudio.com ... -
Page 4: Overview
Overview Thank you for choosing a Woo Audio product. The WA5 / WA5-LE is finely hand- crafted amplifier that delivers uncompromised performance and superior listening experience. v Discrete headphone circuit. Discrete speaker circuit (WA5 only) v High-end output transformer-coupled design v... -
Page 5: Quick Installation
Quick Installation What’s in the box? ① A mplifier unit ② P ower s upply u nit ③ O ne m atched p air o f 3 00B t ubes ④ ... - Page 6 Installing the 6SN7 and 5U4G tubes: Note: avoid oil or smudge on the tube glass, clean hands before installation. 1. Find the correct tube for the socket. There is a label below each tube socket that indicates a standard tube for the amplifier. For example, a 6SN7 tube should install on the “6SN7”...
- Page 7 4. Check installation. The tube pins should be inserted fully into the tube socket receptacles. û ü Installing the 300B tubes: Be aware that the large pins should be inserted into the large pin receptacles. ©2015 W OO A UDIO ...
- Page 8 Selecting AC voltage: WARNING: failure to select the correct voltage will result in damage of the amp. Switch to label “230” for Switch to label “115” for AC210 to 240V voltage. AC100 to 125V voltage. Installing the power cord: Plug the power cord into the AC inlet, see ① in the below diagram. The AC inlet socket is a standard IEC type.
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Page 9: Back Panel Diagram
② V oltage selection switch (compatible with 100v-220v) ③ DC outlet (use included DC cord) ④ DC inlet ⑤ Speaker terminals (WA5 only) ⑥ R CA and XLR inputs (for source connections e.g. CD player, DAC, Tape, Tuner, Turntable with Phono-stage, etc.) ©2015 ... -
Page 10: Operation
DO NOT o Turn on the amp before properly installing ALL tubes. o Use tubes that are not supplied or approved by Woo Audio. o Turn on the equipment without checking the correct AC voltage setting. o Remove any tubes or DC cord while the amp is powered ON or in operation Touch tubes (extremely hot) after warm-up. - Page 11 Please do NOT leave the amplifier ON while away and unattended. Warning: The amplifier MUST have a “load” via the headphones or speakers (WA5) when powered ON. Running the amplifier without a “load” could damage to power transformers. ©2015 W OO A UDIO ...
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Page 12: Turning On The Amplifier
Front panel diagram: HP (high power) headphone output ① 4-pin XLR ② Multi-functional switch (SPK position is not selectable on WA5-LE) ③ V olume control ④ S ource i nput s elector ⑤ ¼ ” s tereo T RS ( high p ower) h eadphone output ⑥ ... -
Page 13: Compatible Tubes
Compatible Tubes Model# Adapter Comment 6SN7 * / GT / WGT No 5692 No 6CG7 Yes ... -
Page 14: Faq - Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions There is abnormal sound right after turning on the amplifier. This is normal from a cold start as the tubes are warming up to get into the proper working state. The noise will disappear gradually. Can I change headphone while the amplifier is on? Yes, but you must first minimize the volume. - Page 15 The LED and the tubes do not light. First check if the AC cord is installed. Then, check if the fuse is burnt. See the following instruction on how to replace a fuse. The fuse type is 2-3A, slo-blo. ð ð...
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Page 16: Warranty And Service
Warranty and Service Woo Audio warrants this product free from defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year from the original date of purchase. The tubes are warranted for 30 days unless otherwise stated. In the event that your Woo Audio product requires servicing, please contact us directly to get a return instruction. -
Page 17: Recommended Settings
Recommended Settings High High High Headphones Power Power Impedance Impedance Level Level Abyss AB-1266 AKG K1000 Audeze EL Series Audeze LCD Series Audio Technica ATH-W5000 Audio Techinca ATH-AD2000X Audio Techinca ATH-W1000 Beyerdynamic 600 Ohm models Beyerdynamic 250 Ohm Models Beyerdynamic 32 Ohm Models Denon D7000/7100... - Page 18 ©2015 W OO A UDIO I nc. A ll r ights r eserved. www.wooaudio.com Rev 1 .0. J uly 2 7, 2 015 18 ...
- Page 19 Weight (AMP & PSU): 70 pounds Woo Audio is committed to continuously improve its products. We reserve the right to improve the design without notice. ©2015 W OO A UDIO I nc. A ll r ights r eserved. ...
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