Plinius 8200 MkII User manual
Class AB Integrated Amplifier
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CONGRATULATIONS
CONGRATULATIONSCONGRATULATIONS
CONGRATULATIONS on your decision to become the proud owner of this
Plinius 8200 Integrated Amplifier.
This manual has been prepared to help you understand the operation of your amplifier, and to provide
information about its design and the variety of ways it may be used.
We have designed and manufactured this amplifier to reproduce faithfully and accurately, your favourite
music. With a little care and a full understanding of the operating recommendations in this manual, your
Plinius 8200 Integrated Amplifier will provide years of high-quality, trouble-free performance.
Serial Number: ..................................................................................
Date of Manufacture: ..................................................................................
Final Test Certified By: ..................................................................................
IMPORTANT: PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO READ THIS MANUAL
THOROUGHLY BEFORE USING YOUR AMPLIFIER.
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Introduction ...................................................................................................................................Page 3
Precautions ...................................................................................................................................Page 5
Amplifier Features – Front Panel ..................................................................................................Page 6
Amplifier Features – Rear Panel ...................................................................................................Page 8
Installation and Operation ............................................................................................................Page 10
Input/Output Connection ..............................................................................................................Page 11
8200 Features .............................................................................................................................Page 14
Loudspeaker Selection ................................................................................................................Page 16
Specifications .............................................................................................................................Page 17
Index ...........................................................................................................................................Page 18
Contact Details ............................................................................................................................Page 19
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Please take special note of the following precautions before operating your new amplifier:
•The Plinius 8200 Integrated Amplifier can deliver in excess of 175 watts into 8 ohms. This
amplifier is also capable of a very large peak current delivery.
•The Plinius 8200 Integrated Amplifier operates in Class AB. It is capable of generating heat that
could have an adverse effect on other electronic equipment, furniture, etc. DO NOT leave
flammable material on the amplifier whilst running, as this could pose a serious fire risk.
•This amplifier operates at hazardous voltage levels. There are some alterations that may be made
by you, the owner. However, we recommend that any work requiring removal of the lid be referred
to a suitably qualified and experienced service technician.
•DO NOT attempt to connect any input of this amplifier to its own outputs.
•DO NOT earth any output terminal or connect any of these terminals together without following the
instructions in this manual or seeking qualified assistance.
•DO NOT place this amplifier in any position where liquids, or any foreign material may accidentally
enter it.
•DO NOT connect any voltage source, short circuit, earth/ground or appliance (other than suitable
high fidelity loudspeakers) to the amplifier output terminals.
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PLINIUS 8200
RECORD SOURCE VOLUME
xxx
TUNER
TAPE 1
T
APE 2
STANDBY
CD
PHONO
The front of the Plinius 8200 Integrated Amplifier incorporates all the facilities
you will require on a daily basis.
FRONT PANEL LAYOUT SHOWING VOLUME KNOB, RECORD
AND SOURCE SELECTORS, DISPLAY LED’S AND MAINS SWITCH
MAINS SWITCH
The heavy-duty rocker switch to the left of the panel turns the Mains/Line Power to the amplifier ON or
OFF. Depress the right hand side of the switch to turn the amplifier on. The amplifier draws a moderately
high current when switched on, so it is not good practice to rapidly turn the Mains switch on and off
repeatedly.
POWER LED
An LED in between ‘PLINIUS 8200’ indicates that the power is on. When first switched on, the power LED
will pulse for ten seconds - this is an initialisation sequence, after which the power LED remains lit during
the time the amplifier is powered on.
SOURCE SELECTOR
This rotary switch enables selection of any of the five different inputs available on the back panel. This
selection is fed to the speakers via the output posts on the rear of the amplifier. Note that in standby
mode no input is selected.
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RECORD SELECTOR
This rotary switch allows recording of any of the five different inputs available on the back panel. Note that
when recording, the source that is being listened to will not be interfered with. For example, it is possible
to be listening to the CD input whilst recording from the TUNER input. Two tape decks can be connected
and dubbing in either direction is possible. Note that in standby mode no input is selected.
VOLUME CONTROL KNOB
The volume control is an ALPS motorised unit that will accurately convey the source signals to the power
amplification stage of the Plinius 8200. The knob can be adjusted manually or with the remote control
supplied. When using the remote control to alter the volume level, stab the button to make small
adjustments, or hold the button down to continuously adjust the volume.
MUTE/REMOTE LED
The LED directly below the volume knob serves two purposes. Firstly, whenever the Plinius 8200 is in
mute, the LED will be lit. Secondly, whenever a button on the remote control is used, the LED will light to
show the amplifier is receiving signal.
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This panel incorporates all the terminals for connecting the input signals from your CD player, tuner, etc,
and the outputs to the loudspeakers and mains supply.
Please remember that your Plinius 8200 Integrated Amplifier is a high quality electronic instrument
capable of an exceptional level of performance. Be sure that you understand your system’s requirements
fully before you make any connection to this amplifier.
DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED IN
NEW ZEAL AND BY
AUDIBLE TECHNOLOGIES LTD
P.O. BO X 1836
PAL MER STON N O RTH
CAUTION
RISK OF ELEC TRICAL SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE RISK OF
ELECT RICAL SH OCK DO NOT R EMOVE
COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIE D SERVICING PERSONNEL.
SERIAL No. POWER
CONSUMPTION
50/
60
400V/A
V
OLTAGE Hz
PLINIUS 8200 MkII
INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER
IN OUT IN OUT
PHONO CD TUNER TAPE 1 PRE OUTPROCESSOR
TA P E 2
MUTE
RIGHT CHANNEL LEFT CHANNEL
PROCESSOR
BYPASS ONLY
IN
RIGHT CHANNEL FUSES LEFT CHANNEL FUSES
REAR PANEL SHOWING INPUT AND OUTPUT TERMINALS, MUTE AND
PROCESSOR BYPASS SWITCHES, AND MAINS SOCKET.
INPUT TERMINALS
The input terminals for your Plinius 8200 Integrated Amplifier are easily accessible along the top of the
rear panel. These standard RCA terminals are for use with unbalanced signals from phono, CD, tuner, and
two tape decks. The phono inputs are suitable only for low level input phono turntables, while the rest are
all ‘line level’ inputs, suitable for audio equipment from most manufacturers. Consult your PLINIUS
PLINIUSPLINIUS
PLINIUS dealer
for further advice if required.
OUTPUT TERMINALS
Connections for the loudspeakers are provided on the right hand side of the rear panel. Two parallel pairs
of five way binding posts for each channel are fitted – these provide ease of use with bi-wiring and
multiple cables requiring a large contact area.
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TAPE OUTPUTS
These RCA outputs are situated next to the tape RCA inputs, and are provided to interface to a pair of line
level recording devices. The position of the record selector on the front panel determines from which
device a recording is being made. As these tape outputs are always ‘live’, both can be used to record the
chosen signal at any time.
MUTE SWITCH
The mute switch enables disconnection of the output, without the need to use the remote control. When
the amplifier is in mute, the LED on the right of the front panel will light.
PROCESSOR SOURCE AND RETURN
These RCA connections are for use with a multi-channel sound processor. They are provided so that you
can use the Plinius 8200 as either two channels in a multi-channel environment, or to send signal through
the amplifier to an external processor.
PROCESSOR SWITCH
This switch is used in conjunction with the processor source and return terminals, and controls whether
the amplifier is used via the normal inputs or the processor return input.
PRE OUT OUTPUT
The Pre-Out connection is provided to enable the Plinius 8200 to be connected to an external power
amplifier. The signal from this output is line level, and as such is not amplified by the power stage of the
Plinius 8200.
MAINS POWER CORD IEC SOCKET
This connector is where the mains supply cable from your wall connects to the amplifier. You will notice
that a fuse holder is mounted within this connection, and it holds a mains fuse to provide surge and
overload protection for your amplifier.
RAIL FUSES
These tubular fuse holders house the positive and negative rail protection fuses. Depress and turn anti-
clockwise to open. An LED is fitted next to each fuse holder to indicate a blown fuse.
PHONO EARTH POST
This is a chassis connected gold-plated earth post for use with certain phono turntables.
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PLACEMENT AND VENTILATION
Your Plinius 8200 operates at a moderately high temperature, especially when being driven hard. The
ideal location is upon a rigid stand, or floor mounted away from direct contact with any temperature
sensitive materials or deep pile carpets. Ventilation through and around the amplifier should also be kept
unimpeded, so ensure that the heat vents (slots in the lid and base) are not covered or restricted in any
way.
The Plinius 8200 design incorporates a very high level of mechanical de-coupling of the input and output.
It can however still be influenced by acoustical feedback in the operating environment. The use of
acoustic cones, or a suitably spiked amplifier stand or table, may further enhance the performance of this
amplifier. Consult your PLINIUS
PLINIUSPLINIUS
PLINIUS dealer for further advice if required.
MAINS VOLTAGE CONNECTION
Firstly, check that the mains supply voltage printed on the rear of this amplifier is similar to the mains
supply voltage in your area. If in doubt, please consult your PLINIUS
PLINIUSPLINIUS
PLINIUS dealer.
Mains supply power connection is via the supplied plug-in lead. A standard IEC socket connects the
mains power at the amplifier end, while a local mains plug is required at the wall end.
The wiring code used inside all Plinius product is:
Green to Earth/Ground
Green to Earth/GroundGreen to Earth/Ground
Green to Earth/Ground
Blue to Neutral
Blue to NeutralBlue to Neutral
Blue to Neutral
Brown to Phase/Live
Brown to Phase/LiveBrown to Phase/Live
Brown to Phase/Live
Should a ‘local’ plug need fitting to the wall end of the lead, ensure that a suitably qualified service
technician wires the plug correctly.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT POWER UP YOUR AMPLIFIER UNTIL YOU HAVE
CONNECTED YOUR INPUT/OUTPUTS CORRECTLY FOR
YOUR SYSTEM, (AS EXPLAINED IN THE NEXT SECTION).
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