O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L Table of Contents INTRODUCTION The Concept Storage Intended Use Permissible Operating Conditions UNPACKING, CONNECTION AND USE Unpacking the Device Scope of Delivery Functional Overview Connecting the Device Operating the Device Important Notes TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...
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C O N D I T I O N E R Congratulations on your purchase and thank you for choosing Burmester. You have chosen a product that combines absolute fidelity and uncompromising quality with technical innovation and maximum versatility. Before using the device for the first time, we recommend that you read through the entire manual at least once so that you can make full use of the capabilities of this exceptional audio device.
O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L The Concept — The Burmester is the first high-end power conditioner that completely isolates a hi-fi system from both high and low-frequency power line noises. — Its active DC compensation (patented) eliminates low-frequency line noise, which causes transformer hum and impairs the sound.
C O N D I T I O N E R Intended Use This device is intended for use in home audio systems. Permissible Operating Conditions Please take care to only ever use your Burmester device under the following conditions: Maximum altitude: 2000 Humidity: <...
WARNING: SUFFOCATION HAZARD Your Burmester device is shipped in plastic bags to protect its surfaces. Keep these bags out of reach of children in order to prevent suffocation. ATTENTION: DANGER DUE TO IMPROPER INSTALLATION Consider the following points when choosing where to position the device: Never use the device outdoors.
9 4 8 P O W E R C O N D I T I O N E R Scope of Delivery SCOPE OF DELIVERY The scope of delivery for the device includes: Packaging with power conditioner Equipotential bonding conductor Power cable Set of warranty documents Operation manual...
O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L Functional Overview FRONT PANEL Conditioner LED indicates active conditioner function POWER LED illuminates when device is on Display indicates mains voltage in V or DC component in mV Stand-by LED indicates stand-by mode AC DC LED illuminates when display showing DC voltage Conditioner button activates conditioner function...
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9 4 8 P O W E R C O N D I T I O N E R REAR PANEL ( V EU-VERSION SHOWN) AC outlet MAINS OUT 1 AC outlet MAINS OUT 1 AC mains switch AC input terminal AC outlet MAINS OUT 2 AC outlet MAINS OUT 2 AC outlet MAINS OUT 3...
O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L Connecting the Device All the connection terminals are located on the rear of the device. All components of the music system must be switched off before connecting the device. CONNECTING THE DEVICE Make sure the AC mains switch ( ) is set to OFF.
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If you intend to operate your Burmester device at a different mains voltage to that set at the factory, you will need to send your Burmester device to our Sales team or our factory in Berlin so that the mains voltage can be adjusted accordingly.
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O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L AC OUTLETS/FILTERS The device is equipped with eight AC outlets for connecting hi-fi equipment; these are divided into four groups. The markings on the rear panel indicate which filters need to be connected to which AC outlets (FILTER).
9 4 8 P O W E R C O N D I T I O N E R Operating the Device CAUTION: RISK OF INJURY TO CHILDREN This device poses various injury risks if used improperly. Never leave your children unattended with the device.
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You can obtain a cable of the required length from your authorised Burmester dealer. The devices that are connected to their respective AC outlets will be turned on at the same time.
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9 4 8 P O W E R C O N D I T I O N E R ERROR PROTECTION is equipped with various protection circuits that are designed to protect it and the devices connected to it in case of a failure. OVERHEATING If the device exceeds the maximum permissible operating temperature, the overheating protection will automatically switch off the DC compensation.
O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L Important Notes HEAT BUILD-UP Be careful when touching the housing – it may get quite warm during operation. RESETTING If the unit does not respond when you press the control keys on the front, it can be reset to normal operation by switching it off and back on again using the AC mains switch on the back.
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The cable is triple- shielded, which provides it with outstanding electrical and magnetic insulation. Using the BURMESTER-POWER will give your entire hi-fi system a clear and detailed sound. 2 3 | 2 8...
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-F (Plug-F) Maximum power output Maximum power consumption 948-230-G (Plug-G) Maximum power output Maximum power consumption 948-120-B (Plug B) Maximum power output Maximum power consumption 948-100-B (Plug B) Maximum power output Maximum power consumption The technical specifications and design of this product are subject to change without notice.
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O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L VERSION: BA_ _EN_ 2201 BURMESTER HOME AUDIO GMBH Wilhelm-Kabus-Strasse Berlin 10829 Germany www.burmester.de...
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