Linn Stereo Amplifier PRE AMPLIFIER User Manual

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General Safety Instructions  
1. Read these instructions.  
2. Keep these instructions.  
Important Safety Instructions  
Explanation of symbols used in this manual or on the rear/underside of the  
apparatus:  
3. Heed all warnings.  
4. Follow all instructions.  
5. Do not use the apparatus near water, for example near a bathtub,  
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming  
pool etc.  
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated  
dangerous voltages within the enclosure of sufficient magnitude to cause  
electric shock.  
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important  
operation, maintenance and servicing information in the instruction and  
service manuals.  
6. Clean only with dry cloth.  
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance  
with the manufacturer’s instructions. Site the apparatus so that its  
location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For  
example, the apparatus should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or  
similar surface that may block the ventilation openings, or placed in a built-  
in installation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of  
air through the ventilation openings.  
For apparatus connected to the mains electricity supply  
CAUTION  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE THE  
COVER.  
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,  
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
9. 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 is provided for your safety. If the provided plug  
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the  
obsolete outlet.  
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly  
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit  
from the apparatus.  
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.  
12. Use only with the stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by  
the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.  
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
REPLACE THE MAINS FUSE IN THE PLUG WITH ONE OF THE SAME TYPE  
AND RATING.  
DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE.  
WARNING  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS  
APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. SHOCK HAZARD - DO NOT OPEN.  
MAINS PLUGS  
This apparatus is supplied with a non-rewireable mains plug for the intended  
country. Replacement mains leads can be obtained from your Linn retailer.  
Should you need to change the plug please dispose of it carefully. A plug with  
bared conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket.  
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long  
periods of time.  
The Brown wire must be connected to the Live (Line) supply pin.  
The Blue wire must be connected to the Neutral supply pin.  
The Green/Yellow wire must be connected to the Earth (Ground) supply pin.  
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required  
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply  
cord or plug has been damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen  
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does  
not operate normally, or has been dropped.  
Please contact your retailer or a competent electrician if you are in any doubt.  
15. Wall or ceiling mounting. Mount the apparatus to a wall or ceiling only as  
recommended by the manufacturer.  
Refer to the rear or underside of the product for fuse and power  
consumption information.  
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16. Power sources. Connect the apparatus to a power supply only of the type  
described in the operating instructions or marked on the apparatus.  
17. Mains plug. Use the mains plug to disconnect the apparatus from the  
mains supply. The mains plug must be accessible at all times. Use the  
mains switch (if applicable) when the apparatus is not in use.  
18. Power lines. An outdoor antenna should be located away from  
power lines.  
19. Outdoor antenna grounding. If an outdoor antenna is connected to the  
apparatus, ensure that the antenna system is grounded to provide some  
protection against voltage surges and static build up. In the USA see article  
810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 concerning installation  
requirements.  
UK USERS PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY  
INFORMATION  
Fuse replacement  
This appliance is fitted with a non-rewireable 13 amp mains plug. The plug  
contains a 5 amp fuse. If the fuse has blown it can be replaced as follows:  
a) Pull out the red fuse cover/carrier.  
b) Remove and dispose of the blown fuse.  
c) Fit a new 5 amp BS1362 approved fuse into the carrier and  
push the carrier back into the plug.  
Always ensure the fuse cover is fitted. If the fuse cover is missing do not use the  
plug. Contact your Linn retailer to obtain a replacement fuse cover.  
20. Telephone line. Do not connect the apparatus to a telephone line except  
where specifically instructed to do so.  
Fuses are for fire protection and do not protect against electric shock.  
21. Objects and liquid entry. Do not let objects or liquids fall into the  
apparatus. Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. Do not  
place a vessel containing liquid on top of the apparatus.  
22. No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be  
placed on the apparatus.  
Mains plug replacement  
Should your mains plug need replacing and you are competent to do this  
proceed as follows. If you are in doubt contact your Linn retailer or a competent  
electrician.  
23. The apparatus has been designed for use in moderate and tropical  
climates.  
a) Disconnect the plug from the mains supply.  
b) Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely. A plug with bared  
conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket.  
c) Only fit a 13 amp BS1363A approved plug with a 5 amp fuse.  
d) The cable wire colours or a letter will be marked at the  
connection points of most quality plugs.  
Attach the wires securely to their respective points. The Brown wire must go to  
the Live pin, the Blue wire must go to the Neutral pin, and the Green/Yellow wire  
must go to the Earth pin.  
e) Before replacing the plug top ensure that the cable restraint is  
holding the outer sheath of the cable firmly and that the wires  
are correctly connected.  
WARNING  
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.  
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FCC notice  
Note:  
CE Declaration of Conformity  
Linn Products Ltd declare that this product is in conformance with the Low Voltage  
Directive 73/23/EEC and Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC as amended  
by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC.  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class  
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed  
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential  
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency  
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may  
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no  
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.  
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television  
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the  
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the  
following measures:  
The conformity of the designated product with the provisions of Directive number  
73/23/EEC (LVD) is proved by full compliance with the following standards:  
Standard number  
Date of issue  
Test type  
EN60065  
2002  
General requirements  
Marking  
Hazardous radiation  
Heating under normal conditions  
Shock hazards under normal  
operating conditions  
Insulation requirements  
Fault conditions  
Mechanical strength  
Parts connected to the mains  
supply  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that  
to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
Components  
Terminal devices  
External flexible cords  
Electrical connections and  
mechanical fixings  
Protection against electric shock  
Stability and mechanical hazards  
Resistance to fire  
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)  
Directive  
Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council  
The symbol (right) is shown on this product. It indicates that the  
product should not be disposed of with regular household waste,  
but should be disposed of separately.  
The conformity of the designated product with the provisions of Directive number  
89/336/EEC (EMC) is proved by full compliance with the following standards:  
Electrical and electronic equipment can contain materials that are  
hazardous to the environment and human health and therefore  
should be disposed of at a designated waste facility or returned to  
your retailer for the appropriate recycling to take place (see  
Standard number  
EN55013  
Date of issue  
2001  
Test type  
Conducted emissions  
Absorbed emissions  
Immunity  
EN55013  
2001  
If you wish to dispose of this product and the product still functions, please  
consider recycling/reusing it by donating it to a charity shop, selling it or  
part-exchanging it with your retailer.  
EN55020  
2002  
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Copyright and Acknowledgements  
Copyright © 2007 Linn Products Ltd. First edition May 2007.  
Linn Products Limited, Glasgow Road, Waterfoot, Eaglesham,  
Glasgow, G76 OEQ, Scotland, United Kingdom.  
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,  
stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any  
means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise,  
without the prior written permission of the publisher.  
The content of this manual is furnished for information use only, is  
subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a  
commitment by Linn Products Limited. Linn Products Limited  
assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that  
may appear in this manual.  
Trade marks used in this publication: Linn and the Linn logo are  
registered trade marks of Linn Products Limited. AKURATE,  
UNIDISK, KLIMAX, LIMBIK and KNEKT are trade marks of Linn  
Products Limited.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro  
Logic” and the double-D symbol are trade marks of Dolby  
Laboratories.  
"DTS", "DTS-ES" “Neo:6” and “DTS 96/24” are trade marks of Digital  
Theater Systems, Inc.  
Linn Products Limited disclaims any proprietary interest in trade  
marks and trade names other than its own.  
Printed in the United Kingdom.  
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Contents  
Introduction  
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Operation  
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Standby key  
Installation  
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Amp mode  
Unpacking  
Selecting a source  
Adjusting the audio  
Volume  
Connecting to the mains supply  
Positioning  
Cleaning  
Balance  
Speaker trim  
Lip Sync Delay  
Important information – phono input  
Setup  
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Surround sound formats  
Midnight Movie mode  
Restoring the original audio settings  
Record function  
Back panel  
Connecting  
Setup menus  
Using the setup menus  
Speaker setup  
Source setup  
Audio setup  
Technical Specifications  
Guarantee and Service  
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General setup  
Linn Disc setup  
Installer menu  
Using the AKURATE KONTROL with a  
Linn AKURATE CD player  
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Using the AKURATE KONTROL with a  
Linn UNIDISK player  
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Front Panel and Handset  
Front panel  
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Handset  
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Introduction  
Installation  
The AKURATE KONTROL pre-amplifier has been designed to provide  
superb audio performance with both stereo and multi-channel source  
material. AKURATE KONTROL uses technology developed for Linn’s  
award-winning flagship KLIMAX KONTROL pre-amplifier and offers  
purist audio performance and access to and control of the new  
generation of multi-channel sound formats.  
It is strongly recommended that the AKURATE KONTROL is installed  
and configured by an authorised Linn retailer.  
Unpacking  
The AKURATE KONTROL is supplied with the following accessories:  
• luminous handset  
• 2 x AAA batteries for the handset  
• 1 pair of black interconnect cables  
• RS232 lead  
Among its many features, the AKURATE KONTROL offers an internal  
phono stage for connecting to a turntable, six analogue and six digital  
inputs, and processing of all major audio algorithms, including Dolby  
Digital 5.1, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS Surround and DTS 96/24.  
The AKURATE KONTROL pre-amplifier exemplifies a commitment by  
Linn to new products which can take advantage of the latest  
technology and audio formats, whilst continuing to support existing  
Linn customers with improved performance and superb value.  
• mains lead  
• warranty pack  
• this manual  
The AKURATE KONTROL is the perfect partner for Linn’s AKURATE  
CD and AKURATE power amplifier range. Add the AKURATE Tuner  
and AKURATE loudspeakers for a complete AKURATE System and  
experience the exceptional sound quality delivered by this dedicated  
music system.  
We recommend you retain the packaging in case you need to  
transport the unit at any time.  
Connecting to the mains supply  
Manual voltage selection is not required as the AKURATE KONTROL  
operates from any mains AC power supply. There are no user-  
replaceable fuses inside the unit. The mains lead supplied may be  
fitted with a fused plug according to local regulations. If this is the  
case, always replace this fuse with another of the same type and  
rating.  
The AKURATE KONTROL must always be earthed when  
connected to the mains supply. Use the earthed mains lead  
supplied. Never use an unearthed plug or adapter with this  
unit.  
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Positioning  
Important information – phono input  
Please read the following before installing the AKURATE KONTROL:  
You can locate your AKURATE KONTROL anywhere you find  
convenient (including in a 19” rack), but there are a few simple points  
to note regarding positioning:  
your unit may require reconfiguration.  
The AKURATE KONTROL includes a phono input (it is marked  
6/PHONO on the back panel) for connecting to a record turntable. Even  
if you do not have a turntable, please consider the following points:  
• The unit should be placed on a flat, stable and rigid surface.  
• Do not position the unit where sunlight can shine (whether  
directly, diffused or reflected) on its display as the infra-red (IR)  
radiation in sunlight will be picked up by the unit’s IR remote  
sensor and this can adversely affect its operation. Similarly,  
some electrical devices such as plasma TVs, fluorescent lights  
and energy saving lamps can emit IR which can likewise affect  
the operation.  
6/PHONO can be configured to operate as a moving-magnet (MM)  
phono stage, a moving-coil (MC) phono stage or an extra line-level  
input. See notes below for an explanation of these terms.  
6/PHONO is factory-set to operate as an MM phono stage.  
If you require 6/PHONO to operate in MC or line-level mode, this  
requires a change to the internal hardware which must be carried out by  
your Linn retailer. Dismantling or adjustment by persons other than Linn  
appointed personnel will invalidate the manufacturer’s warranty.  
• For best performance, do not stack the unit with other products.  
Ideally, position the unit on a shelf by itself or, if proximity to  
other products is unavoidable, positioning side-by-side is  
preferable to stacking.  
If you wish to know the current configuration of 6/PHONO, this can be  
viewed in the AKURATE KONTROL’s setup menus – see ANALOG 6  
TYPE, page 13.  
• The unit should not be situated above, or otherwise directly  
adjacent to, sources of heat such as radiators, power amplifiers  
etc. Nor should it be enclosed in a cabinet with such devices.  
• Allow at least 4" (10 cm) free space above and at each side of  
the unit.  
Notes:  
‘Moving-magnet’ and ‘moving-coil’ are the two types of phono cartridge  
available. If you have a turntable and are not sure which type of  
cartridge you are using, consult the cartridge packaging, the  
manufacturer’s published information or the retailer from whom it was  
purchased. ‘Line-level’ inputs are for audio sources other than  
turntables, e.g. CD players, DVD players, radio tuners and satellite  
receivers.  
• Do not block the vents on the product’s casing.  
Cleaning  
Disconnect the AKURATE KONTROL from the power supply before  
cleaning. Remove dust and fingerprints with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid  
using domestic cleaning products on the unit.  
Phono stages amplify extremely low-level signals, and if they are not  
treated with great care they can be susceptible to noise and signal  
degradation. Linn have therefore designed the AKURATE KONTROL’s  
phono stage as a hard-wired circuit, rather than one which can be  
altered via a switch or by software. This has been done in order to  
optimise audio performance and remove components such as switches,  
which could potentially degrade the signal in this most precise of  
circuits.  
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Setup  
Back panel  
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POWER: OFF, ON  
No name or marking  
RS232: IN, OUT  
Mains power switch  
Mains power inlet  
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3
Pass control instructions to and from the AKURATE KONTROL. The OUT connection is for use if you are  
setting up an AKURATE CD as a multi-channel source, or adding a Linn UNIDISK player as a source.  
The IN connection is used if you want to operate the AKURATE KONTROL from a third-party controller  
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IR: 1, 2  
Pass IR commands to auxiliary devices  
1 to 4, MAIN  
RCU  
Used if the AKURATE KONTROL is part of a Linn KNEKT system  
For installing the AKURATE KONTROL in a Linn KNEKT system or for connection to an infrared repeater  
RC5 in/out local loop for use in a Linn KNEKT system  
REMOTE: IN, OUT  
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ANALOGUE AUDIO  
OUTPUTS  
One 7.1 analogue audio output. The SURR outputs are for connection to the two surround loudspeakers in  
a 5.1 system. The SURR BK outputs are for connection to the two additional loudspeakers in a 7.1 system  
– located at the rear of the room.  
For two-channel systems, use the FRONT outputs (and SUB if required) only  
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TAPE OUT  
One pair of analogue outputs for connection to a recording device e.g. DAT recorder  
Three stereo analogue audio inputs or one 5.1 analogue audio input  
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ANALOGUE AUDIO INPUTS:  
1 to 3/5.1 GROUP  
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4 to 6  
Three stereo analogue audio inputs. Input 6/PHONO is for the connection of a turntable  
One electrical digital audio output and three inputs  
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13  
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SPDIF: OUT, INPUTS 1 to 3  
TOSLINK: OUT, INPUTS 1 to 3 One optical digital audio output and three inputs  
EARTH GROUND  
For connecting the earthing lead from the tonearm cable of a turntable. Also for connecting the unit to an  
earthing terminal if no mains earth is available  
Switch off the AKURATE KONTROL before connecting plugs to, or disconnecting plugs  
from, the back panel to avoid generating an electrical surge that may damage the unit or  
other components in your system.  
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Connecting  
Setup menus  
The first stage in setting up your AKURATE KONTROL is to connect  
your sources, power amplifier(s) and other peripheral devices to the  
AKURATE KONTROL.  
The setup menus enable you to configure your AKURATE KONTROL  
for all sources it is connected to, the loudspeakers in your system and  
much more. To take advantage of your AKURATE KONTROL’s  
features, please take the time to configure your unit correctly.  
1. Ensure your AKURATE KONTROL and all components that you  
will be connecting to it are disconnected from the mains power  
supply.  
The setup menus are divided into five categories and are accessed via  
the MAIN MENU:  
2. Connect your source components, power amplifier(s) and any  
communication/control devices you wish to use, referring to the  
back panel diagram on page 3.  
SPEAKER SETUP  
For configuring the AKURATE KONTROL for the number, size and  
distance of the loudspeakers in your system, and for calibrating their  
volume level.  
3. Connect the AKURATE KONTROL to the mains power supply  
and turn the unit on using the switch on the back panel. For the  
next 10 seconds or so the AKURATE KONTROL will configure  
itself. During this time three dots will be shown on the display.  
SOURCE SETUP  
For configuring sources on the AKURATE KONTROL.  
AUDIO SETUP  
4. Wait until the three dots are replaced by the  
press the key on the front panel or handset.  
symbol, then  
For configuring the audio output of the AKURATE KONTROL.  
GENERAL SETUP  
For adjusting general settings on the AKURATE KONTROL.  
The main stage in setup is configuring the AKURATE KONTROL to  
suit your requirements. This is achieved using the setup menus. How  
to configure the AKURATE KONTROL is explained in the rest of this  
chapter.  
LINN DISC SETUP  
For adjusting the input settings if you are using a Linn AKURATE CD  
player as a multi-channel source, or a UNIDISK player, with the  
AKURATE KONTROL.  
In addition, the AKURATE KONTROL features an INSTALLER MENU  
for saving the configuration of the unit as set in the above menus, and  
restoring the factory defaults. For full information see Installer menu,  
page 14.  
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Using the setup menus  
Speaker setup  
DVD  
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SIZE  
SHUFFLE  
INCLUDE  
EXCLUDE  
AMP  
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LISTEN  
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RECORD  
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SIGNAL  
AMP  
Accesses the SPEAKER SIZE sub-menu.  
SHIFT  
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SELECT  
STORE  
SURR  
For all loudspeakers in your system (except a subwoofer) you must  
inform the AKURATE KONTROL whether the loudspeakers are LARGE  
or SMALL. These terms refer to the frequency response of the  
loudspeakers, not to their physical size. LARGE refers to loudspeakers  
that respond to frequencies from the very low to the very high. SMALL  
refers to loudspeakers that do not respond to very low frequencies  
(typically, a loudspeaker that does not respond to frequencies below  
80 Hz can be considered SMALL).  
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SCAN  
TUNE  
PRESET  
BAND  
SRC  
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SRC  
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AUDIO  
ADJUST  
VIDEO  
ADJUST  
WHERE  
WHAT  
DO  
CLOCK  
LIP SYNC  
SETUP  
MONO  
HELP  
SETUP  
DISP  
MORE  
If you are unsure as to whether your loudspeakers respond to very low  
frequencies, consult the information supplied with the loudspeakers,  
the manufacturer’s published information or the retailer from whom  
they were purchased.  
To access the setup menus:  
If you wish to use the handset to setup the AKURATE KONTROL -  
• Press AMP, then SETUP on the handset.  
SMALL FREQUENCY  
If you wish to use the front panel -  
Select the operating frequency that your limited bass response  
(SMALL) loudspeakers operate above. Frequencies in the audio  
signal that are below the selected option will be routed to a  
subwoofer if present, or any full-range (LARGE) loudspeakers if  
not. (As the human ear cannot detect the position of the source of  
very low frequencies, it will not affect your enjoyment of your music  
or movies if some of your loudspeakers are set to SMALL.)  
• Hold SELECT on the front panel until MAIN MENU / SPEAKER  
SETUP is shown on the display.  
Options: 40 Hz, 60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz, 120 Hz  
To navigate through the menus and options:  
Default setting: 80 Hz  
• Use the  
/
keys on the handset or front panel.  
To make a selection:  
FRONT  
• Press  
on the handset, or SELECT on the front panel.  
For full-range front loudspeakers, set to LARGE.  
For front loudspeakers with limited bass response, set to SMALL.  
To exit from the setup menus:  
Default setting: LARGE  
• Press SETUP on the handset, or select EXIT from the MAIN  
MENU (if changes have been made you will be prompted to  
save or not save the changes).  
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CENTRE  
DISTANCE  
For a full-range centre loudspeaker, set to LARGE.  
For a centre loudspeaker with limited bass response, set to  
SMALL.  
Accesses the SPEAKER DISTANCE sub-menu.  
DISTANCE UNITS  
Select the units for loudspeaker distance measurements.  
If there is no centre loudspeaker, set to NONE.  
Default setting: NONE  
Options: FEET, METRES  
Default setting: FEET  
SURROUND  
For full-range surround loudspeakers, set to LARGE.  
For surround loudspeakers with limited bass response, set to  
SMALL.  
SPEAKER DISTANCE  
In order to ensure that sound from all loudspeakers in your system  
reaches you at the same time, you must inform the AKURATE  
KONTROL as to the distance each loudspeaker is from your  
seating position. The AKURATE KONTROL will then add a time  
delay to the appropriate loudspeakers.  
If there are no surround loudspeakers, set to NONE.  
Default setting: NONE  
SURROUND BACK  
Set the distance from your seating position for all loudspeakers in  
your system.  
For full-range surround back loudspeakers, set to LARGE.  
For surround back loudspeakers with limited bass response, set  
to SMALL.  
Range: 0 ft (0.0 m) to 27 ft (8.2 m)  
If there are no surround back loudspeakers, set to NONE.  
Default setting: 6 ft (1.8 m)  
Default setting: NONE  
Select SAVE to save your changes and return to the SPEAKER  
SETUP menu.  
SUBWOOFER  
If you have connected a subwoofer, set to YES.  
If you have not connected a subwoofer, set to NO.  
Select BACK to return to the SPEAKER SETUP menu without  
saving changes.  
Default setting: NO  
Select EXIT to leave setup (if changes have been made and SAVE  
has not been selected, you will be prompted to save or not save  
the changes).  
Select SAVE to save your changes and return to the SPEAKER  
SETUP menu.  
Select BACK to return to the SPEAKER SETUP menu without  
saving changes.  
Select EXIT to leave setup (if changes have been made and SAVE  
has not been selected, you will be prompted to save or not save  
the changes).  
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CALIBRATION  
Accesses the SPEAKER CALIBRATION sub-menu.  
Select EXIT to leave setup (if changes have been made and SAVE  
has not been selected, you will be prompted to save or not save  
the changes).  
SPEAKER CALIBRATION  
You can use the speaker calibration feature to ensure that the  
volume level that reaches your seating position is the same for  
each loudspeaker (speaker calibration is not required for two-  
channel systems). Calibration can be done by ear or by using an  
SPL (Sound Pressure Level) meter.  
Select BACK to return to the MAIN MENU.  
Select EXIT to leave setup.  
Source setup  
Please complete the following setup procedure for each source  
component you are connecting to your AKURATE KONTROL.  
To perform speaker calibration:  
• Switch on your power amplifier(s) and subwoofer, if one is  
connected.  
• Select CALIBRATION LEVEL. Adjust the reference  
calibration level so that the signal you hear is at a  
comfortable listening level (or reaches a preset level on an  
SPL meter).  
Select the back panel input you have connected to your source  
component.  
• Select START. The signal will move round the loudspeakers  
in your system in a clockwise direction and will be indicated  
on the display.  
Options: SPDIF 1 to 3, TOS (TOSLINK) 1 to 3, ANALOG 1 to 6,  
ANALOG GROUP, KNEKT  
• When the signal reaches a loudspeaker which is louder or  
Notes:  
quieter than the other loudspeakers, use the  
/
keys on  
By default, ANALOG 1 is assigned to an AKURATE CD player, and  
ANALOG 6 to a turntable.  
the handset to trim the volume as required. A few seconds  
after the or key has been released the signal will  
continue its clockwise direction.  
The ANALOG GROUP uses the ANALOG 1, 2 and 3 inputs, therefore  
if a source is assigned to ANALOG GROUP you cannot also assign a  
source to ANALOG 1, 2 or 3. Conversely, if a source is assigned to  
ANALOG 1, 2 or 3, you cannot assign a source to ANALOG GROUP.  
To stop loudspeaker calibration, press SETUP on the  
handset.  
Range: -15 dB to 15 dB (in 0.5 steps)  
The KNEKT option will not be available unless the KNEKT item in  
General setup has been set to LOCAL ROOM (see KNEKT, page 12).  
Default setting: : 0 dB  
Select SAVE to save your changes and return to the SPEAKER  
SETUP menu.  
For back panel inputs that you do not wish to use, set Type to NONE  
(see next page). This will mean that when you are selecting a source,  
inputs set to NONE will not be seen.  
Select BACK to return to the SPEAKER SETUP menu without  
saving changes.  
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NAME  
VOLUME OFFSET  
You are able to give the source a name which will be shown on  
the display when that source is selected.  
Volume Offset is for adjusting the volume of a source in  
comparison to other sources. You may want to adjust Volume  
Offset if, for example, your tuner sounds quieter than your CD  
player when played at the same volume setting.  
To change the flashing character:  
• Repeatedly press or hold  
panel.  
/
on the handset or front  
Range: -15 to 15 (in 0.5 steps). No volume offset equals 0.  
Default setting: 0  
The following characters are available: A to Z, 0 to 9, space.  
To move to the next or previous character:  
SAT (satellite) SOURCE - applies to digital sources only  
Set to YES if this source is a satellite or cable TV receiver. Setting  
to YES will stabilise the audio signal when the channel on the  
receiver is being changed. Set to NO if this source is not a satellite  
or cable TV receiver.  
• Press or  
.
When you have finished inputting the name, press  
or SELECT.  
Default setting: (name of back panel connector, ‘AKURATE CD’  
or ‘PHONO’)  
Options: YES, NO  
Default setting: NO  
Note:  
The name can be up to twelve characters long.  
SURROUND CHANNELS  
If you are setting up the ANALOG GROUP source, or are adding a  
Linn UNIDISK player and have a 7.1 loudspeaker configuration,  
you are able to select whether to use your side surround or back  
surround loudspeakers when listening to a 5.1 channel audio  
source.  
TYPE  
Select a type for this source. These are the types that are shown  
in blue above the bottom two rows of keys on the handset.  
Options: DVD, CD, AUX (auxiliary), TUNER, TV, DIGITAL, PHONO,  
SAT (satellite), NONE  
Set to SURROUND to send the surround audio signal to your side  
surround loudspeakers.  
Set to SURROUND BACK to send the surround audio signal to  
your back surround loudspeakers.  
Default setting: AUX (Except for inputs ANALOG 1 which is set to  
CD, ANALOG 6 which is set to PHONO, and ANALOG GROUP  
which is set to NONE.)  
Default setting: SURROUND  
Note:  
Select SAVE to save your changes and return to the SOURCE  
SETUP menu.  
The type for the Linn Disc source (see Linn Disc setup, page 13) is  
DVD. It is not possible to change the type for this source.  
Select BACK to return to the SOURCE SETUP menu without  
saving changes.  
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Select EXIT to leave setup (if changes have been made and SAVE  
has not been selected, you will be prompted to save or not save  
the changes).  
MIDNIGHT MOVIE For use with a Linn UNIDISK player or other DVD  
player.  
This feature allows you to add compression to the Dolby Digital signal  
on DVD-Videos. Adding compression reduces sudden increases in  
volume, such as the sound of an explosion. When watching a DVD-  
Video it is operated by pressing and holding SURR on the handset  
until MIDNIGHT MOVIE ON/OFF is shown on the front panel display,  
then pressing SURR to toggle between on and off (see Midnight  
Movie mode, page 23).  
Select BACK to return to the MAIN MENU.  
Select EXIT to leave setup.  
Audio setup  
VOLUME RATE  
Range: LOW (least effective), MEDIUM, HIGH (most effective)  
Set the speed at which the AKURATE KONTROL changes volume  
when the volume keys are pressed.  
Default setting: LOW  
Range: 1/10 (slowest) to 10/10 (fastest)  
DOLBY PRO LOGIC II MUSIC  
Default setting: 8/10  
Dolby Pro Logic II is an audio signal processing algorithm that  
converts a stereo audio signal to a five-channel audio signal.  
Dolby Pro Logic II Music is a mode of Dolby Pro Logic II that is  
particularly suited to music. It features three user-adjustable  
parameters that are accessed from this item.  
MUTE RATE  
Set the speed at which the AKURATE KONTROL mutes or unmutes  
the volume when  
is pressed, or when the source is changed.  
Range: 1/10 (slowest) to 10/10 (fastest)  
CENTRE WIDTH  
Default setting: 8/10  
This parameter allows adjustment of the audio signal between the  
centre and front loudspeakers.  
VOLUME LIMIT  
Set the maximum volume level of the AKURATE KONTROL.  
If set to 0, all of the signal for the centre channel is sent to the  
centre loudspeaker.  
Range: 0 to 100 (in 0.5 steps)  
If set to 3, a portion of the centre channel signal is also sent to the  
front loudspeakers.  
Default setting: 100  
If set to 7, all of the centre channel signal is split evenly between  
the front left and right loudspeakers.  
VOLUME PRESET  
Set the volume level of the AKURATE KONTROL when it is brought out  
of standby. The setting cannot be higher than the Volume Limit setting  
(see above).  
Range: 0 to 7  
Default setting: 3  
Range: 0 to 100 (in 0.5 steps)  
Default setting: 40  
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PANORAMA CONTROL  
General setup  
If set to ON the Panorama Control extends the audio signal from  
the front loudspeakers to include the surround loudspeakers. This  
adds a "wraparound" effect to the sound.  
DISPLAY INTENSITY  
Set the brightness of the front panel display.  
Options: LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH  
Options: ON, OFF  
Default setting: MEDIUM  
Default setting: OFF  
DISPLAY CONTENT  
Set what information you want displayed on the AKURATE  
KONTROL’s front panel when it is in normal operation.  
DIMENSION CONTROL  
This parameter allows you to shift the balance between the front  
and rear loudspeakers. Positive values move the sound towards  
the front, negative values towards the rear. If a recording is too  
spacious or strong from the surround loudspeakers it can be  
shifted "forward" to get a better balance. Likewise, a recording that  
is too strong from the front loudspeakers can be shifted  
"backward" to make the sound more enveloping.  
Options: LAST USED*, SOURCE AND VOLUME, VOLUME, SOURCE  
Default setting: SOURCE AND VOLUME  
* If you change source, the new source will remain displayed on the  
front panel. If you change volume, the volume level will remain  
displayed.  
Range: -3 (most rear) to 3 (most front)  
Default setting: 0 (neutral)  
DISPLAY TIMEOUT  
Select SAVE to save your changes and return to the AUDIO  
OPTIONS menu.  
Set the time that new volume or source information is displayed on  
the front panel before the AKURATE KONTROL shows its Display  
Content (see above).  
Select BACK to return to the AUDIO OPTIONS menu without  
saving changes.  
Options: 1 SEC. to 10 SEC.  
Default setting: 2 SEC.  
Select EXIT to leave setup (if changes have been made and SAVE  
has not been selected, you will be prompted to save or not save  
the changes).  
SLEEP TIMEOUT  
Set the elapsed time before the front panel display enters sleep mode  
(i.e. shows three dots) after a key on the front panel or handset is  
pressed.  
Select SAVE to save your changes and return to the MAIN MENU.  
Select BACK to return to the MAIN MENU without saving changes.  
Options: NEVER SLEEP, IMMEDIATE, 30 SEC., 5 MINS.  
Select EXIT to leave setup (if changes have been made and SAVE has  
not been selected, you will be prompted to save or not save the  
changes).  
Default setting: NEVER SLEEP  
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SELECTION TIMEOUT  
Set the time the AKURATE KONTROL takes to select a source when  
the source is changed.  
RCU/IR SOCKET  
Define the use of the socket marked RCU on the back panel.  
Options: RCU* (KNEKT Room Control Unit), IR (Infrared Repeater)  
Default setting: RCU  
Range: 1 SEC. to 10 SEC.  
Default setting: 2 SEC.  
* For use with Linn KNEKT systems only.  
STARTUP SOURCE  
Set the source the AKURATE KONTROL selects when brought out of  
standby.  
PRODUCT IR  
Enable or disable the infrared receiver on the front of the unit.  
Options: ENABLED, DISABLED  
Options: LAST USED, NONE, (any of the source inputs)  
Default setting: ENABLED  
Default setting: LAST USED  
RS232 SETUP  
Accesses the RS232 SETUP sub-menu.  
STANDBY RECORD FROM  
You can record from a source component to a recording device  
through the AKURATE KONTROL, even if the AKURATE KONTROL is  
in standby mode.* Set which source you want the AKURATE  
KONTROL to select when it is in standby.  
The RS232 Setup sub-menu is for use if the AKURATE KONTROL is  
communicating with other RS232 enabled products (e.g. a third-party  
controller).  
Options: LAST USED, NONE, (any of the sources), KNEKT**  
BAUD RATE  
Default setting: LAST USED  
Set the baud rate to suit the RS232 protocol being used.  
Range: 4800 to 230400 (9 settings)  
* For information on setting-up a record path see Record function,  
page 23.  
Default setting: 9600  
** Is only available when KNEKT (see below) is set to LOCAL ROOM.  
PARITY  
Set parity to suit the RS232 protocol being used.  
KNEKT  
Options: EVEN, ODD, NONE  
If your AKURATE KONTROL is installed in a Linn KNEKT multi-room  
system, select the appropriate setting. If your AKURATE KONTROL is  
not installed in a KNEKT system, select NONE.  
Default setting: EVEN  
DATA BITS  
Options: NONE, MAIN ROOM, LOCAL ROOM, INTERSEKT  
Set the data bits to suit the RS232 protocol being used.  
Default setting: NONE  
Options: 7, 8  
Default setting: 7  
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STOP BITS  
Linn Disc setup  
Set the stop bits to suit the RS232 protocol being used.  
This menu is for use if you are adding a Linn AKURATE CD player as a  
multi-channel source, or a UNIDISK player (see pages 14 to 16).  
Options: 1, 2  
Default setting: 1  
ANALOG SOURCE  
RS232 EVENTS  
If set to ENABLED, the unit passes information regarding its  
internal status to an external device that accepts RS232 data.  
Options: ANALOG GROUP, ANALOG 1 to 6, NONE  
Default setting: NONE  
Options: ENABLED, DISABLED  
DIGITAL SOURCE  
Default setting: DISABLED  
Options: SPDIF 1 to 3, TOS (TOSLINK) 1 to 3, NONE  
Default setting: NONE  
Select SAVE to save your changes and return to the GENERAL  
SETUP menu.  
Select SAVE to save your changes and return to the MAIN MENU.  
Select BACK to return to the GENERAL SETUP menu without  
saving changes.  
Select BACK to return to the MAIN MENU without saving changes.  
Select EXIT to leave setup (if changes have been made and SAVE  
has not been selected, you will be prompted to save or not save  
the changes).  
Select EXIT to leave setup (if changes have been made and SAVE has  
not been selected, you will be prompted to save or not save the  
changes).  
Notes:  
ANALOG 6 TYPE  
If an AKURATE CD player is used as the Linn Disc source, the name  
for the source as shown on the front panel will be ‘LINN DISC’, not  
‘AKURATE CD’.  
This item informs you of the setting for the internal phono stage  
(connected to the 6/PHONO input). Either PHONO MM (moving-  
magnet), PHONO MC (moving-coil) or LINE LEVEL will be displayed.  
If the internal phono stage is reconfigured, the shown setting will  
update automatically.  
If a Linn AKURATE CD or UNIDISK player is not connected to the  
AKURATE KONTROL using the supplied RS232 lead (see pages 14 to  
16), ‘LINN DISC’ will not be seen on the front panel as an available  
source.  
Select SAVE to save your changes and return to the GENERAL  
SETUP menu.  
If the input you wish to use is not shown when you cycle through the  
options, it is because that input has already been assigned to a  
source. To correct this, enter the Source setup menu, select the back  
panel input you require, set Type to NONE, then save the change.  
When you re-enter the Linn Disc setup menu the new input will be  
available.  
Select BACK to return to the GENERAL SETUP menu without saving  
changes.  
Select EXIT to leave setup (if changes have been made and SAVE has  
not been selected, you will be prompted to save or not save the  
changes).  
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Installer menu  
To access the Installer menu:  
Using the AKURATE KONTROL with a Linn AKURATE  
CD player  
If an AKURATE CD is being used as a two-channel (stereo) source,  
simply connect the AKURATE CD’s FRONT A or B analogue line  
outputs to the AKURATE KONTROL’s 1/FRONT ANALOGUE AUDIO  
INPUTS (the AKURATE KONTROL is factory configured for an  
AKURATE CD to be connected to this input).  
• Press AMP, then hold SETUP on the handset, or hold SELECT  
on the front panel, until INSTALLER MENU is shown on the  
display (approximately 5 seconds).  
If an AKURATE CD is being used as a multi-channel source there are  
advantages in operation when using the AKURATE KONTROL:  
SAVE AS INSTALLER  
• The AKURATE KONTROL will choose an appropriate surround  
sound format for a disc’s audio stream.  
After you have set up the AKURATE KONTROL you can save the  
settings by selecting this item. The saved Installer configuration can  
be restored at any time should the AKURATE KONTROL’s setup be  
changed (see below). Any alterations to the AKURATE KONTROL’s  
setup that you wish to keep can be stored by selecting this item,  
which will overwrite the existing Installer configuration.  
• When playing a CD you will be able to select the Dolby Pro  
Logic II surround sound format.  
If you wish to use your AKURATE KONTROL with an AKURATE CD  
player in multi-channel configuration, follow the instructions below.  
RESTORE INSTALLER  
1. Switch off all equipment.  
If you have made changes to the setup of the AKURATE KONTROL  
that you do not wish to keep, use this option to restore the Installer  
configuration.  
2. Connect the AKURATE CD’s FRONT A or B, SURR, CENTRE  
and SUB line output connectors to the 5.1 GROUP input on  
the AKURATE KONTROL (requires 6 RCA phono-to-phono  
leads)  
RESTORE FACTORY  
Use this option to restore the default settings for all the setup menus.  
3. Connect the RS232 product-to-product lead (supplied with  
the AKURATE KONTROL) from the AKURATE KONTROL’s  
RS232 OUT to the AKURATE CD’s RS232 IN.  
H8 SOFTWARE VERSION  
Displays the version of the software installed on the AKURATE  
KONTROL.  
4. Connect the AKURATE KONTROL’s REMOTE OUT to the  
AKURATE CD’s REMOTE IN (requires an RCA phono-to-phono  
lead).  
5. Switch on all equipment.  
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6. Enter User Options on your AKURATE CD.  
Set –  
Using the AKURATE KONTROL with a Linn UNIDISK  
player  
Front Panel IR Commands to IGNORED  
Channel Setup to 5.1 CHANNEL  
RS232 Events to ENABLED  
RS232 Baud Rate to 9600  
There are advantages in operation when using the AKURATE  
KONTROL with a Linn UNIDISK player:  
• When a disc is loaded into the UNIDISK player and the Linn Disc  
source is selected as the source on the AKURATE KONTROL,  
the AKURATE KONTROL will automatically switch to the required  
input for the loaded disc.  
7. Exit User Options.  
8. Enter the Speaker setup menu on the AKURATE KONTROL.  
Configure the menu as appropriate for the loudspeakers in  
your system.  
• The AKURATE KONTROL will choose an appropriate surround  
sound format for a disc’s audio stream.  
9. Enter Source setup. Set ANALOG 1, 2 and 3 to NONE.  
Select ANALOG GROUP and alter the SURROUND  
CHANNELS setting if required (see SURROUND CHANNELS,  
page 9).  
If you wish to use your AKURATE KONTROL with a Linn UNIDISK  
player, follow the instructions below.  
Save settings.  
1. Switch off all equipment.  
10. Enter General setup.  
2. Connect –  
11. Enter the RS232 Setup sub-menu.  
Set –  
• the UNIDISK player’s FRONT A or B, SURR, CENTRE and  
SUB line output connectors to the 5.1 GROUP input on the  
AKURATE KONTROL (requires 6 RCA phono-to-phono leads)  
Baud Rate to 9600  
Parity to EVEN  
Data Bits to 7  
• the TOSLINK or SPDIF output from the UNIDISK player to  
one of the TOSLINK or SPDIF inputs on the AKURATE  
KONTROL (requires a Toslink lead or digital audio lead).  
Stop Bits to 1  
RS232 Events to (either setting)  
Save settings.  
3. Connect the video outputs you wish to use from the UNIDISK  
player to your display device.  
12. Enter the Linn Disc setup menu and set ANALOG SOURCE  
to ANALOG GROUP.  
4. Connect the RS232 product-to-product lead (supplied with the  
AKURATE KONTROL) from the AKURATE KONTROL’s RS232  
OUT to the UNIDISK player’s RS232 IN.  
Save settings and exit setup.  
5. Connect the AKURATE KONTROL’s REMOTE OUT to the  
UNIDISK player’s REMOTE IN (requires an RCA phono-to-  
phono lead).  
6. Switch on all equipment.  
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7. Enter User Options on your UNIDISK player.  
Set –  
Front Panel IR Commands to IGNORED or OFF  
Baud Rate to 9600  
RS232 Events/Enable RS232 Events to ENABLED or ON  
(Also, for a UNIDISK SC set Knekt Mode to SOURCE.)  
8. Exit User Options.  
9. Enter the Speaker setup menu on the AKURATE KONTROL.  
Configure the menu as appropriate for the loudspeakers in  
your system.  
10. Enter Source setup. Set the source inputs you wish to use for  
the UNIDISK to NONE. Save settings.  
11. Enter the General setup menu.  
12. Enter the RS232 Setup sub-menu.  
Set –  
Baud Rate to 9600  
Parity to EVEN  
Data Bits to 7  
Stop Bits to 1  
RS232 Events to (either setting)  
Save settings.  
13. Enter the Linn Disc setup menu and change the ANALOG  
SOURCE and DIGITAL SOURCE settings as appropriate (see  
Linn Disc setup, page 13).  
14. Enter the Source setup menu. Select the back panel input(s)  
used for the UNIDISK player and adjust the SAT SOURCE and  
SURROUND CHANNELS settings as required (see SAT  
SOURCE and SURROUND CHANNELS, page 9).  
Save settings and exit setup.  
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Front Panel and Handset  
Front panel  
The front panel display shows you information regarding what you are listening to. The current volume, current source, or both, can be displayed  
along with the input audio signal and audio processing format. The display also shows the setup menus and other information depending on the  
current operation.  
1
2
3
4
5
SELECT Selects/executes options and certain commands. Accesses setup menus  
Front panel display  
Brings unit out of, or puts into, standby mode  
SOURCE - +,  
Change source, adjust settings  
/
/
/
VOLUME - +,  
Adjust volume level, navigate setup menus and adjust settings  
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OFF  
A-B  
DVD CD  
1
9
Handset  
AMP  
CD  
DISC  
TRACK  
DVD  
AMP  
SHIFT  
LEDs  
Indicate the mode of the handset when a key is pressed  
1
2
3
4
5
1
SHUFFLE  
2
3
INCLUDE  
EXCLUDE  
AMP Puts handset into Amp mode (functions marked in blue above keys)  
SHIFT Allows access to RECORD and OFF functions  
Mutes/unmutes the audio output  
2
3
4
LISTEN  
5
RECORD  
6
SIGNAL  
7
8
0
9
10  
11  
STORE  
SURR  
4
5
/
Adjust volume level  
6
7
8
9
SRC- / SRC+ (source - / source +) Change source  
--  
+
AUDIO ADJUST Adjusts loudspeaker balance and trim. Resets audio settings  
Direct source keys Provide direct selection of sources  
SCAN  
TUNE  
PRESET  
BAND  
6
7
SRC -  
SRC +  
, OFF Brings unit out of, or puts into, standby mode. Sends ‘off’ (i.e. puts into standby)  
command to all available Linn equipment  
12  
13  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
RECORD For setting up/altering a record path  
SURR Selects a surround sound format. Switches Midnight Movie mode on/off  
AUDIO  
ADJUST  
VIDEO  
ADJUST  
For navigating setup menus and adjusting settings  
/ / /  
WHERE  
WHAT  
DO  
CLOCK  
Selects/executes options and certain commands  
LIP SYNC Accesses Lip Sync Delay feature  
SETUP Enters/exits setup menus  
14  
15  
LIP SYNC  
SETUP  
MONO  
HELP  
DISP  
MORE  
Keys and functions of the handset not listed above do not function with the AKURATE KONTROL  
but may with other Linn products.  
DVD  
AUDIO  
TV  
CD  
AUX  
TUNER  
ZOOM  
SAT  
SUB-T  
ANGLE  
PHONO  
8
DIGITAL  
MENU  
Note:  
TITLE  
GOTO  
If your AKURATE KONTROL is not responding as expected to handset keys, it is likely that the  
handset is not in Amp mode. To correct this, press the AMP key on the handset.  
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Selecting a source  
To select the source you want to listen to:  
Operation  
OFF  
A-B  
DVD CD  
AMP  
CD  
DISC  
TRACK  
DVD  
use this method  
1
SHUFFLE  
2
3
INCLUDE  
EXCLUDE  
AMP  
4
LISTEN  
5
RECORD  
6
SIGNAL  
SELECT  
AMP  
• Hold or repeatedly press the SOURCE –/+ key on the front  
SHIFT  
7
8
0
9
STORE  
SURR  
panel or  
SRC –/+  
key on the handset. This will cycle through all  
--  
+
available sources.  
SCAN  
TUNE  
PRESET  
BAND  
SRC-/SRC+  
• When the desired source is shown on the front panel display,  
release the key then press SELECT on the front panel, or wait  
and the AKURATE KONTROL will select the source  
automatically.  
SRC  
-
SRC  
+
AUDIO  
ADJUST  
VIDEO  
ADJUST  
WHERE  
WHAT  
DO  
CLOCK  
or this method (handset must be in Amp mode)  
LIP SYNC  
SETUP  
MONO  
HELP  
• Press the appropriate direct source key (e.g. DVD or CD) found  
on the bottom two rows of keys of the handset. For a Linn  
AKURATE CD, press CD. For the Linn Disc source, press DVD.  
DISP  
MORE  
SOURCE - / +  
DVD  
AUDIO  
TV  
CD  
AUX  
TUNER  
ZOOM  
SAT  
SUB-T  
DIGITAL  
MENU  
ANGLE  
PHONO  
DIRECT  
SOURCE  
KEYS  
TITLE  
GOTO  
• Use the  
type.  
key to cycle through available sources of that  
/
Standby key  
To toggle between standby mode and operating mode:  
• When the desired source is shown on the front panel display,  
press , or wait and the AKURATE KONTROL will select  
the source automatically.  
• Press  
on the front panel or handset.  
Amp mode  
Adjusting the audio  
To use the following functions the handset must be in Amp mode –  
1
SHUFFLE  
2
3
• Direct source selection (e.g. selecting a CD source by pressing  
the CD key)  
INCLUDE  
EXCLUDE  
AMP  
AMP  
4
LISTEN  
5
RECORD  
6
SIGNAL  
SURR  
SHIFT  
7
8
0
9
STORE  
SURR  
• Adjusting the balance or speaker trim  
• Adjusting the Lip Sync Delay  
--  
+
SCAN  
TUNE  
PRESET  
BAND  
SRC  
-
SRC  
+
To put the handset in Amp mode, press the AMP key on the handset.  
For all other functions the handset does not need to be in Amp mode.  
AUDIO  
ADJUST  
VIDEO  
ADJUST  
AUDIO  
ADJUST  
WHERE  
WHAT  
DO  
CLOCK  
LIP SYNC  
LIP SYNC  
MONO  
VOLUME - / +  
DISP  
DVD  
MORE  
CD  
SETUP  
AUX  
HELP  
TUNER  
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Volume  
To trim loudspeaker volume:  
To change the volume:  
• Repeatedly press AUDIO ADJUST on the handset until the  
desired loudspeaker(s) is/are shown on the front panel display.  
• Repeatedly press or hold VOLUME -/+ on the front panel or  
• Repeatedly press or hold  
to decrease/increase the amount of loudspeaker trim.  
on the front panel or handset  
/
on the handset.  
/
Volume range is from 0 to 100 (in 0.5 steps).  
The trim range is from -10.0 to 10.0 (in 0.5 steps), with neutral trim  
being 0.  
To mute or un-mute the volume:  
• Press  
on the handset.  
Note:  
The loudspeakers shown when AUDIO ADJUST is repeatedly pressed  
is dependent on the number of loudspeakers in your system and the  
currently selected surround sound format.  
Balance (handset must be in Amp mode)  
To change the balance for all loudspeakers (excluding a centre  
loudspeaker and subwoofer):  
Lip Sync Delay (handset must be in Amp mode)  
For use with a Linn UNIDISK player or other DVD player.  
• Press AUDIO ADJUST on the handset.  
BALANCE is shown on the front panel display.  
You may find with certain DVD-Videos that the action on the screen  
(e.g. movement of the actors’ lips) lags behind the audio. You can  
correct this on the AKURATE KONTROL by using the Lip Sync Delay  
feature to delay the audio until it is synchronized with the picture.  
• Repeatedly press or hold to shift the balance to the right,  
or  
to shift the balance to the left.  
Balance range is from 10 increments to the left to 10 increments to  
the right, with neutral balance being 0.  
To adjust Lip Sync Delay:  
• Press LIP SYNC on the handset.  
• Repeatedly press or hold to add more delay, or to reduce  
the delay of the audio signal until the picture and audio are  
synchronized.  
Speaker trim (handset must be in Amp mode)  
This feature is for use in systems that have more than two  
loudspeakers.  
Lip Sync Delay range is from 0 to 250 milliseconds (in 10 millisecond  
steps).  
When listening to music or watching a DVD-Video, you may want to  
adjust the volume level of your centre, surround, back surround  
loudspeakers or subwoofer without affecting any of the other  
loudspeakers. This is done by trimming the loudspeaker volume.  
Note:  
Lip Sync Delay can only be applied to digital sources and is not  
available for DTS audio signals.  
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Surround  
Description  
Surround sound formats  
sound format  
The AKURATE KONTROL is equipped with a wide range of surround  
sound formats to enhance your audio experience.  
DTS ES Discrete  
A standard for storing 6.1 channels of audio  
signal on to discs such as DVD-Videos. On the  
AKURATE KONTROL the extra channel can be  
spread over two back loudspeakers - converting  
6.1 audio to 7.1 audio  
To change the surround sound format:  
• Repeatedly press SURR on the handset until the desired format  
is shown on the front panel display.  
DTS 96/24 ES  
Matrix  
Higher quality of DTS Digital Surround with the  
addition of the surround sound speaker portion of  
the signal being spread to two back loudspeakers  
- converting 5.1 audio to 7.1 audio  
The available surround sound formats, and a brief description of each,  
is as follows:  
Surround  
sound format  
Description  
Phantom  
Passes the centre channel portion of a 5.1 or 7.1  
audio signal to the front left and right  
loudspeakers  
Dolby Digital  
A standard for storing 5.1 channels of audio  
signal on to discs such as DVD-Videos  
3 Stereo  
Downmixes a 5.1 or 7.1 audio signal and passes  
it to the front and centre loudspeakers only  
Dolby Digital EX  
Spreads the surround speaker portion of a Dolby  
Digital 5.1 audio signal to two back loudspeakers  
- converting 5.1 audio to 7.1 audio  
Stereo Sub  
Downmixes a 5.1 audio signal to a two-channel  
signal and then routes the signal to the front  
loudspeakers and subwoofer. Routes a stereo  
signal to the front loudspeakers and subwoofer  
Dolby Pro Logic II*  
Converts any non-surround sound audio signal  
into a surround sound 5.0 signal  
Dolby Pro Logic II  
Music*  
Same as Dolby Pro Logic II but is particularly  
suited to music. Features three user-adjustable  
parameters that are accessed via the AKURATE  
KONTROL’s setup menus  
A standard for storing two-channel audio in  
MPEG files  
MPEG Stereo  
A standard for storing surround sound audio in  
MPEG files  
MPEG Surround  
DTS Digital  
Surround  
A standard for storing 5.1 channels of audio  
signal on to discs such as DVD-Videos  
AAC Stereo  
A standard for storing two-channel audio  
A standard for storing surround sound audio  
AAC Surround  
LIMBIK Party  
DTS 96/24  
Same as DTS Digital Surround but offers better  
audio quality  
A Linn algorithm that sends essentially the same  
audio signal to all loudspeakers in your system  
DTS ES Matrix  
Spreads the surround speaker portion of a DTS  
5.1 audio signal to two back loudspeakers -  
converting 5.1 audio to 7.1 audio  
* You do not need a full surround sound loudspeaker system to hear  
these formats. If you have more than front loudspeakers (and a  
subwoofer) in your system, when you select either of these formats  
the signal will be converted into a 5.0 signal then downmixed to match  
the number of loudspeakers in your system.  
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The surround sound formats that are available for two-channel and  
surround sound input signals are shown in the tables below.  
Surround sound audio input  
Dolby  
DTS  
MPEG  
AAC  
Analogue  
signal  
Two-channel audio input  
Stereo  
2.0  
4.1  
3.1  
2.1  
5.1  
-
-
-
2.0  
4.1  
3.1  
2.1  
-
Analogue  
signal  
PCM  
stereo  
signal  
LtRt  
LoRo downmixed  
(Pure Stereo)  
signal*  
downmixed  
signal*  
Phantom  
3 Stereo  
4.1  
3.1  
2.1  
-
4.1  
3.1  
2.1  
-
4.1  
3.1  
2.1  
-
Stereo  
2.0  
5.0  
2.0  
5.0  
2.0  
5.0  
2.0  
5.0  
Stereo Sub  
Dolby Digital  
Dolby Pro Logic II**  
Dolby Pro Logic II  
Music**  
Dolby Digital +  
Dolby Digital EX  
5.0  
5.0  
5.0  
5.0  
6.1  
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
LIMBIK Party  
Stereo Sub  
5.0 & 7.0 5.0 & 7.0  
2.1 2.1  
-
5.0 & 7.0  
2.1  
DTS Digital  
Surround  
5.1  
2.1  
DTS 96/24  
-
-
-
5.1  
7.1  
7.1  
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
DTS ES Matrix  
DTS ES Discrete  
* If you are using a Linn AKURATE CD player as a multi-channel  
source, see User Options, Downmix on page 17 of the AKURATE  
CD’s owner’s manual. If you are using a Linn UNIDISK 1.1 or 2.1  
player, see Downmix on page 11 of the UNIDISK player’s owner’s  
manual.  
DTS 96/24  
ES Matrix  
-
7.1  
-
-
-
MPEG Stereo  
MPEG Surround  
AAC Stereo  
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
2.0  
5.1  
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
** You do not need a full surround sound loudspeaker system to hear  
these formats. If you have more than front loudspeakers (and a  
subwoofer) in your system, then when you select either of these  
formats the signal will be converted into a 5.0 signal then downmixed  
to match the number of loudspeakers in your system.  
2.0  
5.1  
AAC Surround  
LIMBIK Party  
-
5.0 & 7.0 5.0 & 7.0 5.0 & 7.0 5.0 & 7.0  
Notes:  
The available surround sound formats are dependent on the type of  
signal being processed.  
When you are cycling through the surround sound formats, the default  
format for the current audio signal will be indicated briefly by ‘*’ symbols  
on the front panel display, e.g. *stereo*.  
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Midnight Movie mode  
For use with a Linn UNIDISK player or other DVD player.  
Record function  
OFF  
DVD CD  
AMP  
CD  
DISC  
TRACK  
A-B  
DVD  
1
2
3
This feature allows you to add compression to the Dolby Digital audio  
signal on DVD-Videos. Adding compression reduces sudden increases  
in volume, such as the sound of an explosion.  
SHUFFLE  
INCLUDE  
EXCLUDE  
AMP  
4
LISTEN  
5
RECORD  
6
SIGNAL  
SHIFT  
7
8
0
9
SHIFT  
RECORD  
STORE  
SURR  
--  
+
To switch Midnight Movie mode on/off:  
SCAN  
TUNE  
PRESET  
BAND  
SRC  
-
SRC  
+
• Press and hold SURR on the handset until MIDNIGHT MOVIE  
MODE ON/OFF is shown on the display.  
• Press SURR to toggle between on and off.  
AUDIO  
ADJUST  
VIDEO  
ADJUST  
WHERE  
WHAT  
DO  
CLOCK  
When Midnight Movie mode is on, MIDNIGHT is shown on the front  
panel display.  
The record function allows you to route an audio signal through the  
AKURATE KONTROL to a recording device such as a DAT recorder.  
The table below details the routing capabilities of the AKURATE  
KONTROL.  
Note:  
The amount of compression can be adjusted using the Midnight  
Movie item in the Audio setup menu (see MIDNIGHT MOVIE, page  
10).  
Analogue record  
outputs  
Digital record  
outputs  
Analogue source Any analogue source can No analogue source can  
Restoring the original audio settings  
be routed to the analogue be routed to the digital  
outputs  
outputs  
To reset all the above audio items to their neutral/default settings:  
Digital source  
Only the digital source  
currently being listened to currently being listened to  
can be routed to the  
analogue outputs  
Only the digital source  
• Press and hold AUDIO ADJUST on the handset until AUDIO  
SETTINGS RESET is shown on the front panel display.  
can be routed to the  
digital outputs  
To set a record path:  
• Press SHIFT, then RECORD (‘8’ key) on the handset.  
• Use the  
then press  
keys to select the source you want to record,  
.
/
• Use the  
for making the recording, then press  
keys to select the record mode you want to use  
/
.
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Notes on the list of sources:  
NO SOURCE: No record path will be set.  
KNEKT: When a record path on the AKURATE KONTROL is being used,  
this setting will allow users of a KNEKT Line Driver system to change the  
source they are listening to (which also changes the record path). To  
protect a record path, select the required record option. Once recording  
has finished, reselect the KNEKT option.  
The available record modes are:  
Option  
Information  
LtRt 44.1 kHz  
LtRt 48 kHz  
LtRt 88.2 kHz  
LtRt 96 kHz  
Choose the option that suits your recording device’s  
operating frequency. (With these options, multi-channel  
signals are downmixed to two channels)  
LtRt As Input  
Output frequency is the same as the input frequency,  
and multi-channel signals are downmixed to two  
channels  
Bit Perfect  
Analog  
Output frequency is the same as the input frequency  
and there is no processing of the signal  
Passes audio signals to the analogue outputs  
Notes:  
The audio signal from the selected source is routed to either all of the  
analogue and/or all of the digital outputs simultaneously. It is not  
necessary to specify which output your recording device is connected  
to.  
The available record modes are dependent on whether the input signal is  
analogue or digital.  
For reasons of copyright protection some audio and video discs  
incorporate systems that prevent them from being recorded.  
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Technical Specifications  
Electrical  
Mains input range  
Mains frequency range  
Power consumption  
Physical  
AC 100-120 V; AC 220-240 V  
50 - 60 Hz  
less than 30 W  
Weight  
3.7 kg / 8 lb 2 oz  
1
1
/
/
Dimensions  
W 381 mm, D 355 mm, H 80 mm / W 15”, D 14 8”, H 3 8”  
Signal Interfaces - Inputs  
Signal Interfaces - Outputs  
Type  
Connector  
Level  
Impedance Notes  
Type  
Connector  
Level  
Impedance Notes  
Digital electrical  
(SPDIF)  
3 x RCA  
500 mVp-p  
75  
-
Digital electrical 1 x RCA  
(SPDIF)  
500 mVp-p 75 Ω  
-
-
-
Digital optical  
Line-level  
Digital optical  
-
3 x TOSLINK  
12 x RCA  
2 x RCA  
-
-
1 x TOSLINK  
-
Surround  
outputs  
Line-level  
Line-level  
2 Vrms  
10 kΩ  
Analogue  
-
8 x RCA  
8 x RCA  
2 Vrms  
2 Vrms  
330 Ω  
Record  
outputs  
MM phono  
70.0 mV peak @ 1 kHz,  
+40 dB @ 1 kHz  
48 k68 pF  
330 Ω  
MC phono  
High gain (default):  
5.0 mV peak @ 1 kHz,  
+64 dB @ 1 kHz  
Low gain  
(Dealer configurable):  
15 mV peak @ 1 kHz,  
+54 dB @ 1 kHz  
2 x RCA  
180 10 nF  
Control Interfaces  
-
Type  
Port name  
Connector  
RS232  
IR  
RS232: In, Out  
IR: 1, 2  
2 x RJ12  
2 x 3.5 mm jack  
5 x RJ45  
Knekt  
Knekt/IR  
RC5  
1 to 4, Main  
RCU  
1 x RJ45  
RC5: Remote In, Out  
2 x RCA  
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Guarantee and Service  
This product is guaranteed under the conditions which apply in the  
country of purchase and your statutory rights are not limited. In  
addition to any statutory rights you may have, Linn undertake to  
replace any parts which have failed due to faulty manufacture. To help  
us, please ask your Linn retailer about the Linn warranty scheme in  
operation in your country.  
Linn Products Limited  
Glasgow Road  
Waterfoot  
Eaglesham  
Glasgow G76 0EQ  
Scotland, UK  
In parts of Europe, the United States of America and some other  
markets, extended warranty may be available to customers who  
register their purchase with Linn. A warranty registration card is  
included with the product and should be returned to Linn as soon as  
possible. Alternatively, you can register your warranty online at  
Phone:  
Fax:  
Helpline:  
Email:  
+44 (0)141 307 7777  
+44 (0)141 644 4262  
0500 888909  
Website:  
Warning  
Linn Incorporated  
8787 Perimeter Park Boulevard  
Jacksonville  
Unauthorised servicing or dismantling of the product invalidates the  
manufacturer's warranty. There are no user serviceable parts inside  
the product and all enquiries relating to product servicing should be  
referred to authorised retailers only.  
FL 32216 USA  
Phone:  
Fax:  
Helpline:  
Email:  
+1 (904) 645 5242  
+1 (904) 645 7275  
888-671-LINN  
Technical support and information  
For technical support, product queries and information, please  
contact either your local retailer or one of the Linn offices opposite.  
Website:  
Full details of your local retailer/distributor can be found on the Linn  
Linn Deutschland GmbH  
Hühnerposten 1d  
D-20097 Hamburg  
Deutschland  
Important  
Please keep a copy of the sales receipt to verify the purchase  
date of the product.  
Phone:  
Fax:  
+49-(0) 40-890 660-0  
Please ensure that your equipment is insured by you during any  
transit or shipment for repair.  
+49-(0) 40-890 660-29  
Email:  
Website:  
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