Vac Phi "Kappa 30i" User Manual

F30i “Kappa”The VAC Phi KappaTriode Integrated AmplifierOperation & Maintenance Information Valve Amplification CompanyManual issued 05/20/2004

9NOTE:Do not remove and connect input cables or speaker cables while is amplifier is running. Doing so risks damage to your loudspeakers or the amplif

10INSTALLATION1)Provide adequate ventilation.2)Do not operate on carpet or any other surface that might block air flow.3)The chassis will become warm

119)Connect the speaker cables and set the impedance selector switch to match thenominal or minimum impedance of your loudspeakers (you may try both).

12INPUTS (back panel)Pairs of RCA jacks accommodate unbalanced line level sources. These are labeled "IN1","IN2", etc.The XLR inpu

13OPERATIONTurn the "Volume" control fully counterclockwise.Mute is automatically engaged when switching on the unit. High voltage power is

14FRONT PANEL CONTROLSAlthough most of the front panel controls (Volume, Power, Mute) are self explanatory, VAChas outfitted this unit with several ad

15channels being set by the player or the decoder.Note: The Tape Monitor takes the same setting as the source input. Forexample, if the SELECTOR is on

16REMOTE CONTROLThe remote control allows for wireless adjustment of POWER, SELECTOR, TAPE MONITOR,CINEMA, MUTE, and VOLUME.The remote wand is powered

17REPLACEMENT OF TUBESTubes V1 - V6 are type 12AX7/ECC83; you maywish to use low noise tested tubes for V3 andV4.Tubes V7 - V12 are type 6SN7.Tubes V1

18INSTALLING NEW OUTPUT TUBESOutput tubes are type 300B. Replacement output tubes should be purchased from VAC. It isimportant that the tubes be check

1CAUTIONTHE AMPLIFIER AND POWER SUPPLY CONTAIN NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS. DO NOTREMOVE THE BOTTOM PLATES OR CHASSIS COVERS. LETHAL VOLTAGES ARE PRESEN

19CHECKING OUTPUT TUBE CONDITIONAs described at the beginning of this manual, the Phi is equipped with the 300B Sentry circuit, whichcontinuously moni

20CARE OF CHASSISVAC chassis are machined aluminum for superior electromagnetic performance. The mainchassis is finished in a durable clear coat over

21TIPS & ADVICE SECTIONA Word About Tubes in GeneralIt is true that each brand of tube sounds different in a particular high resolution circuit. T

22Tips: Output TubesYour VAC Amplifier uses the 300B filamentary triode. It is strongly recommended that replacementtubes be purchased only from VAC.

23WARRANTY Your equipment is warranted for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of purchase. In addition, if theregistration form is receive

2PLEASE READ CAREFULLYYour Phi Kappa is fitted with a unique output tube monitoring circuit. Rather than directly contactingthe audio path, and thus c

3INTRODUCTIONThe Phi Kappa is the world's finest integrated amplifier and an absolutely unique component.Its unusual topology, premium parts, and

4UNPACKING & ASSEMBLYThe Phi Kappa is shipped with the vacuum tubes and glass covers removed. Should theneed ever arise, the following directions

5From each of the columns remove the tape, which prevented the nylon setscrews fromcoming loose during shipment.Slide the side glass plates into the p

6Install the nylon blocks at the top of the sideglasses.If there is a ‘dimple’ in the block, it should facethe outside of the amplifier.Tighten the me

7Replace the screws that secure the top frame.Turn clockwise to tighten.Tighten the four white nylon setscrews thatsecure the front glass using the to

8Set the beveled glass top into the aluminumtop frame. Take care not to chip the edges.Note: The top glass will become hot in normaloperation.The gla