Audio Note Fifth Element Fifth Force - Manual (Page 15)

Once all the connections are completed and checked, ensure that the volume control
on your preamplifier / integrated amplifier is at the minimum setting.
Ensure that the CD Transport connected to the Fifth Element / Fifth Force is
switched ON. Source components should always be the FIRST components to be
switched on and the LAST components to be switched off.
Ensure that all pre and power amplifiers connected to the Fifth Element / Fifth
Force are switched OFF.
The above procedure minimizes the possibility of loud noises produced by
components at switch on being passed to the loudspeakers and possibly causing
damage.
Turn on the Fifth Element / Fifth Force by using the rocker switches located on the
rear panels, above the mains inlet IEC sockets. The red ‘power on’ indicator LEDs
located on the front panels should now be illuminated.
Turn on your pre amplifier / power amplifier / integrated amplifier. If you are using a
pre / power combination, always turn on the pre amplifier BEFORE the power
amplifier(s).
The Fifth Element / Fifth Force is now ready for operation!
Bedding in
The Fifth Element / Fifth Force requires around 200 hours of
initial use (called “bedding in”) before the circuitry becomes
stable and optimum performance is realized. As the device
“beds in” the sound will become increasingly more smooth,
detailed and open. A warm up time of approximately 30
minutes is required each time the device is switched on before
optimum sonic performance is reached.
Cleaning
No special maintenance is required for the Fifth Element / Fifth
Force. Use a soft, clean lint free cloth to remove any surface
marks from the casework. For finger marks / grease, use a soft,
clean lint free cloth, lightly moistened with a solution of warm
water and mild detergent. Do not use any alcohol or solvent
based cleaning products, as they may damage the finish.
ENSURE THAT THE DEVICE IS SWITCHED OFF AND
DISCONNECTED
FROM THE MAINS ELECTRICITY
SUPPLY BEFORE UNDERTAKING ANY CLEANING.
Valve Life The valves supplied with your Fifth Element / Fifth Force
should provide approximately 5 years of operation. They are
specially selected by us, and should only be replaced with
valves of the same type and specification. Please consult your
Audio Note (UK) dealer should your valves need replacing.
Alternatively, feel free to contact us directly.
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