SOURCE CONNECTIONS
Be sure that your amplifier is switched off when connecting or disconnecting any leads.
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Product 8Integrated Amplifier
There are three outputs, TAPE and two PRE-OUT connections (one XLR and one RCA sockets).
The PRE-OUT facility has been provided so that you can follow a logical upgrade in the future, following such a path:
1Product 8Integrated
2Product 8Integrated + Product 8Power (Utilizing both the power amp and the power section of the Product 8
Integrated in bi-amp mode)
3Product 8Power + Product 8Pre.
As the phono sockets on the Product 8Integrated Amplifier are gold plated, we recommend that, where possible, you
use gold phono plugs on your interconnect leads. Gold to gold connections will ensure that a good electrical contact is
maintained without the need for periodic cleaning
Take care that your input leads are correctly oriented for Right and Left channels. RED is usually Right and WHITE or
BLACK is usually Left.
The has six inputs, 1-CD, 2-CD-BAL, 3-DVD, 4-TUNER, 5-AUX and 6-TAPE.
As with all connections ensure that the equipment is switched off before you attempt to connect any loudspeaker cables.
LOUDSPEAKER OUTPUT
The Product 8Integrated Amplifier has a bi-wiring facility and will allow you to connect your loudspeaker cables to
your loudspeakers via either a 4mm banana plug, spade or bare wire type connection. If you are using the bare wire
method make sure that all the strands of cable are securely within the binding post before you switch on your amplifier.
The Red terminal is for your positive (+) connection and the BLACK terminal is for your negative (-) connection. If you
fail to observe this pattern your system may result in an ‘out of phase’ condition, giving you poor results in sound quality.
LOUDSPEAKER MATCHING
The most common misunderstanding in matching amplifiers with loudspeakers is with power handling.
When amplifiers are given a power rating, this refers to the maximum output. The maximum usable output will usually be
reached at about 1 - 2 o'clock on the volume control, leaving enough reserve power to cope with transients and
crescendo's. This limit is also dependant on such things as source output levels and loudspeaker sensitivity. If an
amplifier is driven beyond this limit it will 'clip' (literally clipping the wave form), resulting in distortion. It is this
distortion that usually damages loudspeakers, and not a mis-match in power ratings. If you are in any doubt about the
suitability of your amplifier to drive your loudspeakers, please consult your dealer.
LOUDSPEAKER CONNECTIONS
Please note that, as with all hi-fi products, there are no user-servicable parts inside.
Please refer all servicing work to a qualified engineer.
4Product 8Power x2 + Product 8Pre (2 Product 8Power amps in bi-amp mode)
When you have your Product 8Power amp, connect PRE-OUT to Audio Input on the Power amp.
When you have your second Product 8Power amp, connect PRE-OUT Left to Power amp1 and PRE-OUT Right to
Power amp2. NOTE: As all power amps have differing input sensitivities, it is generally NOT recommended to use any
other model of power amp.
If you are using a turntable via a suitable phono stage it may be necessary to earth this phono stage to the Product 8
Integrated. This can be done using the earth terminal supplied. If, when listening to your turntable you can hear a slight
buzzing noise, you probably have an earth loop. You should therefore disconnect the Earth lead. If the buzzing persists,
contact your dealer.
110 - 120V, 60 Hz
Fuse Rating: 8A T
220 - 240V, 50Hz
Fuse Rating 4A T
ALCHEMIST
PRODUCT
EIGHT
INTEGRATED
CLASS1
AUDIO
PRODUCT
SERIAL NUMBER:
This unit has been
factory set to operate at
the voltage marked
below:
No user serviceable parts
inside.
Refer all work to qualified
personnel.
Do not remove any
panels for risk of electric
shock!
Mains Fuse:
Ensure correct rating and
type for voltage used!
WARNING: THIS
PRODUCT MUST BE
EARTHED.
Peak Power
Consumption: 380W
MAINS INPUT AC ONLY~
RIGHT OUTPUT
+_
RIGHT OUTPUT
+_
LEFT OUTPUT
+_
LEFT OUTPUT
+_
DESIGNED & MANUFACTURED IN HERTFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND
REC MON CDDVD
PRE-AMPTAP E
OUTPUT 12
3
4
5
6
BALANCED INPUT
TUNER
LEFTRIGHT
AUX
RCA INPUTS
UPPER = LEFT
LOWER = RIGHT
8
RCA
