Gold Note TUBE-1012 User manual

OWNERʼS MANUAL
GOLD NOTE
TUBE-1012/1006
VALVES TUBE OUTPUT STAGE
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INDEX
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PACKAGE CONTENT.............................................................................................................................
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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FRONT AND REAR PANELS...................................................................................................................
USING
TUBE-1012 AND TUBE-1006.....................................
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WARRANTY AND SERVICE....................................................................................................................
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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INDEX
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P. 3
P. 4
P. 5
P. 6
P. 7
P. 8
P. 9

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• GOLD NOTE TUBE-1012/1006
• 1x AC power cord
• 1x GN TUBE connection cable
• Owner’s manual
PACKAGE CONTENT
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Max Input Level: 8Vrms
Max Output Level: 20Vrms @ XLR & 10Vrms @ RCA
Valves: TUBE-1012 nr. 12x 6n1p
Valves: TUBE-1006 nr. 6x 6n1p
THD+N 0.0028% @ 1kHz sine wave - 1.736V
S/N >100dB @ 1kHz sine wave - 1.736V
Recommended load: >5KΩon XLR and RCA
Output Impedance: <600Ω
Gain: +3,5 dB
POWER
100-120V / 220-240V, 50-60Hz
Power consumption: TUBE-1012 80W
Power consumption: TUBE-1006 50W
TUBE-1006: 2x Gold Note custom made transformer
TUBE-1012: 3x Gold Note custom made transformer Super Linear Vacuum Tube Regulator with 4 Inductive Choke filters
Fuse 220/240V 2A F/T
Fuse 100/120V 3,15A F/T
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Dimensions: 430 W x 135 H x 370 D mm
Weight: TUBE-1012 16Kg net. - 21Kg boxed
Weight: TUBE-1006 13,3 Kg net. - 19 Kg boxed
FINISHES
Brushed Aluminium available in Black, Silver or Gold
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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INPUT OUTPUT INPUT VALUE OUTPUT VALUE
XLR 3P / TUBE GN XLR 3P / TUBE GN 1V 1.32V
XLR 3P / TUBE GN RCA 1V 0.613mV
RCA RCA 1V 1.15V
RCA XLR 3P / TUBE GN 1V 2.4V

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FRONT AND REAR PANELS
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LINE INPUT
GN LINK
TUBE INPUT
MASTER
OUT IN
AC
BALANCED
UNBALANCED UNBALANCED
GOLD NOTE
IN
1. Power LED (blue or green depending on input selection)
2. Power ON/OFF
3. IN (input selection)
LINE OUTPUTS
1. XLR balanced audio output
2. RCA unbalanced audio output
TUBE INPUT
3. GN TUBE input (5 pole connector for Gold Note units)
LINE INPUTS
4. XLR balanced audio input
5. RCA unbalanced audio input
GN LINK
6. OUT / IN to synchronise the unit with other Gold Note units in MASTER/SLAVE mode
POWER
7. Master Switch
AC POWER PLUG
8. AC Power plug with IEC fuse (2A)
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LINE OUTPUT
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With 6 or 12 tubes, our Valve Output Stage is the best way to enhance your system for improved realism and musicality. Our
proprietary Totem-Pole Output Stage design, with six independent audio stages per tube, guarantees ultra-wide bandwidth
response and ultra-low distortion to deliver the purest audio signal ever.
Thanks to new audio inputs on the rear panel our valve output stages can be connected with up to two sources at the same
time using the TUBE INPUT for the Gold Note sources and the LINE INPUT for other manufacturers. The input can be easily
selected from the front panel for maximum convenience and ease of use.
USING TUBE-1012 AND TUBE-1006 WITH GOLD NOTE UNITS
1. Connect the TUBE-1012/TUBE-1006 to the power outlet using the AC power cord included. The AC power socket is located
on the rear panel of the unit.
2. Connect the TUBE-1012/TUBE-1006 to your Gold Note unit using the GN TUBE connection cable included. Please ensure to
use the TUBE INPUT connectors located on the rear panel.
3. If you want the TUBE-1012/TUBE-1006 to automatically turn ON/OFF along your other Gold Note unit in master/slave mode,
connect your other Gold Note unit (master) to the TUBE-1012/TUBE-1006 (slave) through the GN LINK IN connector found on
the rear panel. If you want the TUBE-1012/TUBE-1006 to act as the master and control other Gold Note units, use the GN LINK
OUT connector instead.
4. Turn to ON the MASTER SWITCH of the TUBE-1012/TUBE-1006.
5. The TUBE-1012/TUBE-1006 will turn ON/OFF as it is now controlled by the other Gold Note unit. When ON, the Power Led is
blue as the TUBE INPUT is selected.
USING TUBE-1012 AND TUBE-1006 WITH OTHER UNITS
1. Connect the TUBE-1012/TUBE-1006 to the power outlet using the AC power cord included. The AC power socket is located
on the rear panel of the unit.
2. Connect the TUBE-1012/TUBE-1006 to your other units using the LINE INPUT connectors located on the rear panel.
3. Turn to ON the MASTER SWITCH of the TUBE-1012/TUBE-1006.
4. Press the Power On button and then press once the IN button located on the front panel to select the LINE INPUT as the
input - the Power Led will change from blue to green.
5. Wait for approx. 30 seconds for the TUBE-1012/TUBE-1006 to reach the ideal operative temperature.
USING TUBE-1012 AND TUBE-1006
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WARRANTY
To validate the warranty is necessary to register the unit on the Gold Note internet web site within 15 days from
the purchase on the appropriate area of the web site: www.goldnote.it/warranty
If the unit is not registered correctly or has been purchased from a different country of the purchaser home address
the unit will not be covered by any warranty and the registration will be refused.
The warranty does not cover in any case: Tubes, Phono Cartridge Stylus and Batteries.
SERVICE
Every GOLD NOTE® product is the result of meticulous technological research, and consequently their correct
functioning is guaranteed. In spite of this it is possible that problems may emerge which non-specialist users
cannot resolve.
In this case, contact your dealer to be advised on how the fault can be solved.
Do not return any object directly to the factory or to the distributor without being authorised to do so.
In such cases both GOLD NOTE® and the distribution agents decline responsibility of any kind.
For more information please visit www.goldnote.it/service
PLEASE NOTE
Descriptions and technical characteristics may vary at any time and without notice.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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TROUBLESHOOTING
FAQ
ACTION
DESCRIPTION HOW TO ADJUST IT
CLEANING THE UNIT The Unit is dirty and needs to be
cleaned • With EXTREME care use ONLY diluted alcohol
and a very soft 100% cotton cloth to sweep dust
and stains out.
• Any acid or not extremely soft cloth will
irreversibly damage the amplier ne aesthetic.
• Do not use any alcohol to clean the unit
anodized label, or printed parts. Only dry clothes
allowed.
SYMPTOM DESCRIPTION CAUSE REMEDY
TUBE-1012/1006
NOT WORKING
For spare parts visit the official Gold Note store at:
www.akamaiaudio.it/
• Check the power cable and make sure
it is connected properly
• Check the Master switch and make
sure it is On
• Press the Power On/Standby button
The fuse is blown Substitute the fuse with one of the
same value
TUBE-1012/1006
NOT PLAYING
Wait for the unit to be ready - about 30
sec
The unit is not connected to the
power
LED is OFF
The unit is heatingLED is ON

CAUTION!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
ONLY TO QUALIFIED GOLD NOTE SERVICE PERSONNEL FOR
SERVICE
WARNING!
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
Serial Number:
Model:
This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel.
Please record the model and serial number and retain them for your records.
Do not disassemble any part of the product.
Do not use any part of the product for other purposes.
For service and problems of any kind, contact qualified Gold Note personnel.
Protect the product from rain, humidity and keep away from heat sources, electric and electronic motors etc.
The power Chord supplied must be used only on this unit.
Gold Note does not have responsibility for any improper use of this unit.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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1. Read these instructions and store them.
2. Heed all warnings.
3. Follow the instructions.
4. Do not use this apparatus near water.
5. Clean only with a dry cloth.
6. Do not block the ventilation openings and install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
7. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
8. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised or
grounding-type plug: a polarised plug has two blades with
one wider than the other.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for
your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
11. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way (such as when the power cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed
to rain or moisture) and in any case when the apparatus
does not operate normally or has been dropped.

Gold Note Audio
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www.goldnote.it