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Summarization of Contents
Important Safety Information
General Safety Instructions
Comprehensive list of safety guidelines for operating the appliance, covering handling, placement, and maintenance.
Fuse Replacement
Instructions for replacing the fuse in the mains plug, including warnings and required fuse type.
Mains Plug Replacement
Guidance on replacing the mains plug, emphasizing safety and correct wiring procedures.
General Safety Warnings
Key warnings related to electrical shock and earthing, emphasizing the need for proper grounding.
Introduction
The AKURATE System
Overview of the AKURATE loudspeaker system, detailing the AKURATE 242, 212, 225, and 221 models.
Features
Highlights key features of the AKURATE 242, 225, 212, and 221 models, including driver arrays and technology.
AKURATE 242, 225 and 212
Unpacking (242, 225, 212)
Guidance on unpacking the AKURATE speakers and a list of supplied accessories for each model.
Fabric Grilles (242, 225, 212)
Instructions for removing and handling the fabric speaker grilles, including a warning about metal grilles.
Cleaning (242, 225, 212)
Recommendations for cleaning the speaker cabinets and grilles, advising against domestic cleaning products.
Positioning and Levelling (242, 225, 212)
Instructions for optimally positioning and levelling the speakers for best acoustic performance in a room.
Levelling (242, 225, 212)
Detailed procedure for levelling the speakers using adjustable spikes for improved soundstage and accuracy.
Connecting (242, 225, 212)
General guidelines for connecting speakers to amplifiers, emphasizing polarity and providing details for AKURATE 242/225 and 212.
Link Strip Procedures (242, 225, 212)
Instructions for removing and fitting link strips for various connection configurations.
Wiring Configurations (242, 225, 212)
Diagrams and descriptions for single-wiring, bi-wiring, bi-amping, tri-wiring, tri-amping, and quad-amping setups.
Important Notes on Link Strips (242, 225, 212)
Key considerations and warnings when using link strips to avoid incorrect connections or performance issues.
Quad-amping and Beyond (242, 225, 212)
Discusses advanced connection methods and the benefits of converting to an AKTIV system for improved audio quality.
Bass Boost Feature (242, 225)
Explains how to use the Bass Boost feature on AKURATE 242 and 225 for enhancing lower bass frequencies.
AKTIV Operation (242, 225, 212)
Details the advantages of AKTIV (active) speaker operation over passive, including required components and setup.
Important Notes on AKTIV Systems (242, 225, 212)
Crucial warnings regarding amplifier and loudspeaker compatibility when using AKTIV systems.
AKURATE 221
Unpacking (221)
Guidance on unpacking the AKURATE 221 bass reinforcement speaker and its supplied accessories.
Voltage Selection (221)
Information that voltage selection is not required as the unit is factory set for local mains supply.
Positioning (221)
Recommendations for placing the AKURATE 221 speaker for optimal bass performance and system integration.
Fabric Grille (221)
Instructions for removing the fabric grille on the AKURATE 221 speaker.
Cleaning (221)
Instructions for cleaning the AKURATE 221 speaker, emphasizing safe cleaning practices.
Connecting (221)
Instructions for connecting the AKURATE 221 to mains power and various audio sources like AV processors and pre-amplifiers.
Connection Diagrams (221)
Illustrations showing how to connect the AKURATE 221 to Linn System Controllers, stereo pre-amplifiers, and other AKURATE 221 units.
Operation (221)
Steps to take after connecting the mains supply, including initial stabilisation and readiness for audio signal.
Operating Modes (221)
Explanation of the unit's operating modes: Standby, On, and Thermal Standby, with corresponding symbols.
Parameters (221)
Introduction to the adjustable parameters on the AKURATE 221 that allow performance customization.
Adjusting Parameters (221)
Procedure for selecting and adjusting the seven available parameters using the control buttons.
Restoring Default Settings (221)
Instructions on how to reset all adjustable parameters back to their original factory default values.
Parameter Descriptions and Settings (221)
Detailed descriptions and available settings for each parameter, including high pass frequencies, gain, and time out.
Technical Specifications
AKURATE 242 Specifications
Detailed technical specifications for the AKURATE 242 loudspeaker model.
AKURATE 225 Specifications
Detailed technical specifications for the AKURATE 225 loudspeaker model.
AKURATE 212 Specifications
Detailed technical specifications for the AKURATE 212 loudspeaker model.
AKURATE 221 Specifications
Detailed technical specifications for the AKURATE 221 bass reinforcement speaker.
Guarantee and Service
Linn Products Limited Contact
Contact information for Linn Products Limited in Scotland, UK.
Linn Incorporated Contact
Contact information for Linn Incorporated in Jacksonville, USA.
Linn Deutschland GmbH Contact
Contact information for Linn Deutschland GmbH in Hamburg, Germany.
Linn Japan Contact
Contact information for Linn Japan in Tokyo, Japan.
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