Creek Audio Destiny Integrated - Manual (Page 2)

Destiny Integrated Amplifier
FRONT PANEL
Tape Inputs Speakers Headphones Volume Standby
Active
REAR PANEL
Power Creek Speakers Pre Tape Tape Inputs
Switch Link A Out Out In
AC Mains Input Speakers Power Pre/ Ground
& Mains Fuse B In Power Post
PRE/ POWER CONNECTIONS
The pre-amp output and the power amp inputs are available through RCA sockets on the rear panel. This is helpful if you wish to bi-amp the
Destiny. The default setting from the factory is with the pre-amp connected to its power amp. However, when using an external device, such as a
sub-woofer or graphic equaliser etc. it may be necessary to separate the pre and power amps.
To do this there is a switch placed next to the two sets of sockets, recessed behind the rear panel to avoid accidental use. To join or separate the
sockets, push the recessed button with a matchstick or similar device. When joined the button is in the out position.
N.B. Switch the amplifier off before making any changes in order to avoid any pops, clicks or other unwanted noises.
LOUDSPEAKER CONNECTIONS
The loudspeakers should be connected to the terminals marked 'A' using a suitable pair of cables designed specifically for audio use. High grade,
touch proof, terminals on the rear panel allow for 4mm plugs or bare wire to be connected. Tighten the terminal fully after fitting the speaker wire.
Please consult your dealer for advice if you are unsure.
It is very important to connect the loudspeakers to the loudspeaker terminals in the correct phase. Cables are normally polarised with a line or a
raised bump on the positive side. If one channel is not connected in the same fashion as the other, a severe loss of bass performance and a
spreading of the stereo image will result.
A second set of terminals marked 'B' allows the user to select from the Loudspeaker push buttons from the left on the front panel. The options
include speakers off (when using headphones) speakers A, speakers B or speakers A + B together. It is NOT recommended to use loudspeakers
of less than 4 Ohms resistance or more than two pairs of 8 Ohm speakers running in parallel from the amplifier at one time. However, bi-wiring of
one pair of speakers, using the four terminal posts per channel, can improve the sound of your system. (Consult your dealer for more details).
Important - Do NOT short the loudspeaker cables together when the other ends are still connected to the amplifier, as permanent damage can
result. If it is necessary to move or change the location of the loudspeakers, make sure that you first 'switch off' the amplifier from the mains, or
select Standby.
VOLUME LEVEL
The large volume control knob, situated on the right hand side of the front panel, is used to alter the relative level of the sound output from the
amplifier. It is important to realise that the volume control only acts to reduce, or attenuate, the incoming signal to the power amplifier stage.
The maximum power of the amplifier is available only if the level of signal available from the line level equipment is sufficient to drive it to
maximum power (clipping). The volume control is necessary to adjust the level from one piece of equipment to another. It does not increase the
power of the amplifier and if it is found necessary to have the volume control set to a position which is considered to be high, before the desired
level of volume is obtained, it does not necessarily mean that the amplifier has to work "flat-out".
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