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- Page 1 Standard Fault Finding – Artikulat 350 & Klimax 350 Loudspeakers THIS PROCEDURE TO BE CARRIED OUT BY AUTHORISED LINN RETAILERS AND SERVICE AGENTS ONLY Page 1 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 2 For Removing & Re-fitting the Lower Servo Bass Drive unit, see APPENDIX 4. • *Note: When returning a faulty amp module to LPL both modules may be requested to be returned to allow for consistency of hardware changes between them. Page 2 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 3 Artikulat 350 Loudspeaker and Klimax 350 Loudspeaker Fault Finding Flow Chart START Is there any evidence the unit has been subject to a power surge of any type? (i.e lightening strike etc) Is there any evidence of burnt components or smoke has come from...
- Page 4 Amplifier Module? or the internal wiring. Contact Linn Contact Linn Contact Linn Service Centre for Service Centre for Service Centre for RSN. RSN. further information. (Stage 2.2) (Stage 2.3) (Stage 2.4) Page 4 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 5 Check all other units, cables Contact Linn Service Centre the issues persist. etc in the system. once suspect part or parts (Stage 3.1) (Stage 3.3) have been identified. (Stage 3.2) Page 5 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
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Page 6: Before You Start
Take care not to cause damage to the speaker cabinet and amplifier module. Ensure the product is disconnected from the mains and input cables have been removed. Page 6 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd. - Page 7 Taking care not to damage any of the speaker grilles, carefully pull the 3K array to disconnect it from the rear connector. Place the 3K array in a safe place to avoid damage. Page 7 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 8 Gently move the 3K Array from side to side to ensure the gap between the 3K Array chassis and the loudspeaker cabinet is evenly spaced. Fit the remaining 6 screws to secure the 3K Array in position. Page 8 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 9 Ensure there is a soft clean surface that can be used to place the amplifier module on without risk of damage to the heat-sink. Ensure the product is disconnected from the mains and input cables have been removed. Page 9 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 10 Disconnect all the cables between the amp module and speaker (8 cables in total). Note: Some of these cables are short. Failure to remove all 8 may result in damage to the cables and/or the connectors. Page 10 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 11 Carefully lift the module clear of the rear of the cabinet and place on a soft protective surface to stop the module being marked or scratched. One of the original packing end caps would be ideal. Page 11 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 12 Once in place support the module ready to refit the strap. Locate the end of the support strap, and make sure that it is not twisted. Refit the washer and bolt. Page 12 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 13 The support strap will now take the weight of the module. You should check that the strap is straight. Page 13 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 14 The LED must be fitted to the connector nearest the centre of the amplifier module otherwise it will not function. The LED cable has 2 wires, (one red and one black) terminated with a 2 way connector. Page 14 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 15 SERVO CABLE (YELLOW) at the top of the small cover plate. Connect the BLACK banded Red and Black speaker cable to the connector on the rear of the module marked (UPPER BASS PASSIVE O/P). Page 15 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 16 (MID PASSIVE O/P). Connect the BLUE banded 3 K Array cable to the connector on the rear of the module marked (TWT/SUPTWT PASSIVE O/P). Page 16 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 17 The LED must be fitted to the connector nearest the centre of the amplifier module otherwise it will not function. The LED cable has 2 wires, (one red and one black) terminated with a 2 way connector. Page 17 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 18 SERVO CABLE (YELLOW) at the top of the small cover plate. Reconnect the BLACK banded speaker cable to the module where it is marked UPPER 6” BLACK. Page 18 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 19 Reconnect the BLUE banded speaker cable to the module where it is marked SUPER TWEETER/TWEETER BLUE. Arrange the speaker cables so that they are away from the edges of the speaker module. Page 19 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 20 Do not fully tighten the bolts at this stage. Note: It is advisable to use a long shaft hex key to clear the fins on the module and prevent damage. Page 20 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 21 Don’t tighten them fully until all 6 bolts are in place. Once all 6 bolts are in, tighten them all up. Refit the 2 bolts and washers located at the bottom of the module. Page 21 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 22 Take care not to cause damage to the speaker cabinet and amplifier module. It is advisable that the following procedure is carried out by 2 people. Ensure the product is disconnected from the mains and input cables have been removed. Page 22 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 23 REMOVING THE UPPER SERVO BASS DRIVE UNIT Remove the 3K Array as per the procedure in APPENDIX 1. Carefully remove the grill and trim ring. Remove all 6 screws and washers securing the drive unit. Page 23 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 24 Note: It may be advisable to protect the cabinet from solder blobs or splashes while using the soldering iron. After soldering and carefully rotate the speaker to gently twist the wires together as shown. Page 24 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 25 Carefully fit the grill and trim ring in position ensuring the flat side of the grill is positioned at the top as shown. Refit the 3K Array as per the procedure in APPENDIX 1. Page 25 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 26 Take care not to cause damage to the speaker cabinet and amplifier module. It is advisable that the following procedure is carried out by 2 people. Ensure the product is disconnected from the mains and input cables have been removed. Page 26 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 27 Decide which of the two Lower Bass Drive Units are to be removed. Carefully remove the grill and trim ring. Remove all 6 screws and washers securing the drive unit. Page 27 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 28 Insert and tighten all 6 screws and washers to secure the drive unit. Note: Check the mounting screws with the torque tool set at 3.7Nm with the T25 Torx bit fitted. Page 28 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.
- Page 29 Carefully fit the grill and trim ring. Ensure the grill wire runs horizontally and vertically with the cabinet sides. Page 29 of 29 Copyright © 2010 Linn Products Ltd.