Plinius Audio M8 - Manual (Page 13)

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CONNECTING THE CONNECTING THE CONNECTING THE CONNECTING THE MAINS SUPPLY MAINS SUPPLY MAINS SUPPLY MAINS SUPPLY
Now that your Plinius M8 Preamplifier is configured to your system correctly, the mains cable can be
plugged into the IEC socket on the back of the preamplifier. Re-check all interconnection cables are fitted
correctly. Turn on the power switch on the rear panel. The vacuum fluorescent display will now display
the messages ‘PLINIUS’, ‘M8’, ‘SERIAL NO XXXX’, while the internal circuitry stabilises. The preamplifier
will then close the mute circuit and set the active input to CD.
USING T USING T USING T USING THE PROCESSOR INPU HE PROCESSOR INPU HE PROCESSOR INPU HE PROCESSOR INPUTTTT
By connecting two of the channel outputs of a home theatre processor to the M8 processor input
terminals, the M8 becomes a straight-through path for any signal that is connected to it. This enables the
M8 to remain in circuit for use with two channel sources (such as CD players and tuners), as well as a link
to the power amp and speakers should you wish to use your normal stereo set-up in a surround or home
theatre environment.
To access the processor input, press the Processor button on the remote control. To deselect the
processor input and return to using CD, Line 1, etc. as a source, press the source button you wish to listen
to. Note that when processor is selected, no other buttons or menu settings can be accessed, except
standby and display.
ENABLING THE INPUT ENABLING THE INPUT ENABLING THE INPUT ENABLING THE INPUTS/OUTPUTS S/OUTPUTS S/OUTPUTS S/OUTPUTS
Use the source buttons to select the input you want to listen to. Press the Mute button, then alter the
volume to achieve the sound level you require. The Phase button can be used to select absolute or
inverted 180° phase. If you wish to alter other settings such as CD input type, balance, or display
brightness, see the following section. You can now enjoy your new Plinius M8 Preamplifier.
WAR WAR WAR WARM-UP PERIOD M-UP PERIOD M-UP PERIOD M-UP PERIOD
You will find that the Plinius M8 will become noticeably ‘purer’ in sound after being on for a period of
time. We usually recommend waiting at least 24 hours before expecting the best quality of sound
reproduction from your preamplifier. Also, as the Plinius M8 uses very little power while on, we suggest
leaving the unit turned on (but in standby mode while not being used) so that it will always be at it’s sonic
best.