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class ii product ������� ��������� This equipment is a Class II or double ���������������� ������������������������� ����������������� ������������� insulated electrical appliance. It has been safety designed in such a way that it does not CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified require a safety connection to electrical earth guidelines service personnel.
A18 amplifier is the latest in a long line of award winning HiFi. The design Important safety instructions ......E-2 Safety compliance...........E-2 of the FMJ range draws upon all of Arcam’s experience as one of the UK’s most respected audio welcome… welcome… ..........e-3 companies, to produce Arcam’s best performing range of stereo amplifiers yet –...
A18 reproduces music with all its original authority and Drawing on the many years of amplifier design detail. experience at Arcam, the A18 uses the best quality components and engineering practice to produce a The A18 Integrated Amplifier is designed to produce a...
If your mains supply voltage or mains plug is different, carry audio signals). All cables should be kept as short such as a bookcase or closed cabinet unless there is please contact your Arcam dealer immediately as is practically possible. good provision for ventilation. The A18 is designed Push the IEC plug end of the power cable into the to run warm during normal operation.
connections Speaker terminals Phono earth terminal Aux input See page 8 for information on For connecting your turntable Analogue 3.5mm stereo jack socket, connecting loudspeakers. earth lead, if required. Note that intended for connecting a portable this terminal must not be used as a MP3 player.
Pre-amplifier connection audio inputs Recording loops Phono input Although the inputs are labelled for specific devices, all The A18 is equipped with two recording loops: AV and The phono inputs provide a pre-amplification stage to pre out have the same characteristics and each may be used with PVR.
If you are unsure as to how your system should < be connected, or need advice on bi-amping, An A18 connected to speakers using single wiring please contact your Arcam dealer who will be happy to help you. bi-amping Note that the strip of metal on the speakers connecting...
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troubleshooting If you are having trouble with your amplifier, check the following items. no sound Check the following: The A18 amplifier is powered up and switched on. < The amplifier is not muted (i.e. Mute is not shown < on the display panel). The selected source is generating audio (e.g., if CD <...
2 x AAA batteries E&OE NOTe: All specification values are typical unless otherwise stated. continual improvement policy Arcam has a policy of continual improvement for its products. This means that designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. e-12...
This equipment should be packed in the original packing and returned to the dealer from whom it was purchased, or failing this, directly to the Arcam distributor in the country of residence. It should be sent carriage prepaid by a reputable carrier – not by post. No responsibility can be accepted for the unit whilst in transit to the dealer or distributor and customers are therefore advised to insure the unit against loss or damage whilst in transit.
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