Chord ULTIMA 3 Instruction manual

Connecting speakers to ULTIMA 3 4.0
The binding posts on ULTIMA 3 are designed to accommodate bare
wire, spade connectors and banana plugs.
Banana plugs: can be inserted into the middle of the binding posts,
as shown below, to achieve a reliable connection. Align a banana plug
with the binding post and push the connector confidently until it stops.
You must pay attention to the polarity, making sure that a positive
connection on ULTIMA 3 matches the positive connection on the wire
and speaker. You must also pay careful attention to the left and right
channels.
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ULTIMA 3 | Quickstart Manual
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Introduction 1.0
Welcome to the ULTIMA 3 Quickstart Guide. This shortened guide is
supplementary to the main manual which should be referred to for full
safety and operational information.
Please note, more information on any of these topics is listed within the
full manual found under the product page:
chordelectronics.co.uk/product/ultima3
Warranty 1.1
The ULTIMA 3 comes with a comprehensive 5-year warranty. To
activate this warranty, please register your device via the Chord
Electronics website:
chordelectronics.co.uk/register-product
Connecting ULTIMA 3 to a preamp 3.0
First, ensure that ULTIMA 3 mono, and any connecting equipment, is
turned o. Any volume controls/attenuators should also be at their
lowest setting. Both ULTIMA 3 mono amplifiers need to be connected
the same way, RCA or XLR. Connect the preamp output to each
ULTIMA 3 mono left input denoted by a black band round the RCA
input. Your connected device must have preamplifier capabilities to
prevent damage to connected equipment.
Input
Please ensure there is sucient ventilation around ULTIMA 3 at all
times. Avoid placing ULTIMA 3 in enclosed spaces, on soft surfaces,
near sources of heat and never cover its ventilation holes. For optimum
operation and ventilation leave some space around the unit.
Placement 2.0

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ULTIMA 3 | Quickstart Manual
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Quickstart Manual
Now that you have successfully completed the setup of your ULTIMA
3 you can immediately begin to experience its award-winning sound.
However, when you spare a moment, we advise that you register
your product with us. Registering helps us give you the best possible
support and protects your investment:
Product registration 7.0
chordelectronics.co.uk/register-product/
Powering up ULTIMA 3 6.0
With all devices correctly connected, the system is ready for playback.
Again, ensure any volume controls are set to the minimum before
switching on your source and preamplifier, and then finally ULTIMA 3.
To switch on the ULTIMA 3, push the large power button on the front
that will be illuminated in red. The power up sequence will start and the
button should turn green as ULTIMA 3 begins it’s safety check. Once
the button appears a teal colour the system is ready for playback.
This sequence should always be followed to protect connected devices.
Commence playback by slowly increasing the volume to a comfortable
listening level.
If the amplifier fails to indicate any signs of life please check the power
cable. If the amplifier power button remains red, or green, after the
power up sequence, or it will not power on, you must disconnect it
from the source of power and contact your Chord Electronics retailer.
Once all audio inputs and outputs are connected, connect the power
cable to ULTIMA 3.
Connecting the power to ULTIMA 3 5.0
Spade connectors/bare wire: unscrew the ULTIMA 3 binding posts,
rotating counter-clockwise until there is sucient room to attach
the spade connector and then re-tighten. For bare wire, continue to
unscrew until the post is exposed. Insert the wire adjacent to the post
and beneath the connector and re-tighten (finger-tight) ensuring there
are no stray wires.
WARNING: ALWAYS OBSERVE THE CORRECT POLARITY WHEN
CONNECTING SPEAKER WIRE. NEVER MIX LEFT AND RIGHT
WIRING.
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