Speaker Connections; Assembling The Speaker Connectors - Madrigal Audio Mark Levinson ?20.6 Operating Manual

PRECAUTION
PRECAUTION
Assembling
the speaker connectors
Figure 6: Line-mount
speaker connector
assembly
6

Speaker connections

NEVER connect the Nº20.6 output terminals to any device other than a
loudspeaker.
NEVER short-circuit the amplifier output terminals.
The Nº20.6 is equipped with special gold-plated, self-locking speaker
connectors to optimize power transfer to the speaker cables. These
connectors are rated at 50A continuous/80A peak current capability
and represent an audible improvement over conventional
connectors. Two color-coded line-mount speaker connectors are
included in the accessory pack for use with the Nº20.6.
To take full advantage of the sonic quality of the Nº20.6, we
recommend using high-quality speaker cable. For more information,
see your Mark Levinson dealer.
Note: If you have no experience in soldering, please contact
your Mark Levinson dealer for assistance.
Barrel Nylon
sleeve
1. Disassemble the male connector by rotating the end cap
counterclockwise.
2. Slide the end cap over the cable.
3. Remove 9/16" (14mm) of insulation from the end of the speaker
cable.
4. Insert the cable conductor into the center pin. The insulation
should fit snugly into the flare.
5. Solder the cable to the center pin via the solder pocket. A high-
wattage soldering gun may be necessary to provide adequate
heat.
Don't over-solder. Excessive solder may cause the center pin to
short to the connector housing. This will prevent the amplifier from
operating properly.
6. Assemble the connector by inserting the center pin through the
nylon sleeve and into the barrel. Hold the barrel and tighten the
end cap with a 12mm open-end wrench (an adjustable wrench
may also be used).
Solder
pocket Flare
Center 9/16"
pin (14mm)
Speaker
cable
End
cap