Chord Electronics Product Communication | English The Pumphouse, Farleigh Lane, East Farleigh, Kent, ME16 9NB. Great Britain. +44 (0) 1622 721 444 info@chordelectronics.co.uk chordelectronics.co.uk TToby Manual - V.1.
Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Contents 0.0 1.0 Safety instructions 03 2.0 Warranty 08 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 04 05 06 2.1 2.2 09 Introduction Protection against liquids & heat Dismantling & Radio frequency interference Connecting your equipment 3.0 Getting to know TToby 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 Getting to know TToby The front panel The top panel The rear panel 0.0 2 // 23 Warranty period & registering your purchase Making a claim & warranty exclusions 10 07 17 4.
Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Safety instructions 1.0 3 // 23 1.0 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Protection against liquids & heat 1.3 Dismantling & Radio Frequency interference 1.
1.1 1.2 Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Introduction TToby is a compact and incredibly dynamic power amplifier. Before operation, we strongly advise that you read this user manual thoroughly, storing it in a safe place along with your original receipt of purchase, in case you should require assistance in the future. 4 // 23 1.1 Introduction Protection against liquids & heat 1.3 1.
1.1 1.2 Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Protection against liquids & heat The TToby is not protected against liquids of any kind. Never place containers of liquid on TToby. Never allow TToby to come into contact with moisture or liquids; doing so could result in electrocution or damage to the TToby’s internal circuitry. Be aware that liquids, including water that has dried, can leave minerals that can affect the PCB and other components, which could eventually lead to oxidisation and short-circuiting.
1.1 1.2 Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Dismantling & radio frequency interference There are no userserviceable components within the TToby or its power supply. Dangerous voltages/currents exist within the TToby and its power supply, posing a severe risk of electrocution and/or fire. 6 // 23 1.3 1.4 Dismantling & radio frequency interference Connecting your equipment 1.
1.1 1.2 Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Connecting your equipment Before connecting the TToby to any equipment, consult the manufacturer’s user guide to confirm compatibility. When connecting the TToby to any equipment please make sure that all devices are off, including the TToby. Once connected, switch all equipment on starting with the source and ending with the amplification.
Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Warranty 2.0 8 // 23 2.0 2.1 Warranty period & registering your purchase 2.
2.1 Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Warranty period & registering your purchase At the point of sale, Chord Electronics Ltd. provides the TToby with a comprehensive three-year warranty*, which covers defects in materials and workmanship through fair wear and tear. *The warranty is transferable with proof of purchase, however is not available on ex-demonstration products. RETAILER: PURCHASE PRICE: UNIT COLOUR: DATE OF PURCHASE: TRANSACTION ID: 9 // 23 Warranty period & registering your purchase 2.
2.1 Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Making a claim & warranty exclusions In the unlikely event of a claim, you must provide Chord Electronics with the details of the claim, including your original proof of purchase and serial number in order to validate the nature of the repair. Upon receipt, Chord Electronics will make an assessment within 30 days and provide a reasonable solution.
Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Getting to know TToby 3.0 11 // 23 3.0 3.1 Getting to know TToby 3.2 The front panel 3.3 The top panel 3.
3.1 3.2 Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Getting to know TToby TToby is an incredibly dynamic next-generation power amplifier which uses a brand new analogue amplifier topology, Chord Electronics’ first all-new design since its inception. Before operation, we strongly advise you read this user manual thoroughly, storing it in a safe place along with your original receipt of purchase, should you require assistance in the future. 12 // 23 3.1 Getting to know TToby The front panel 3.3 3.
3.1 3.2 Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ The front panel TToby has no user-controlled buttons on the front panel and simply features an LED for the status of TToby. 13 // 23 Getting to know TToby The front panel 3.3 3.4 The top panel The rear panel 3.2 WARNING: You must keep all vents clear.
3.1 3.2 Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ The top panel Similar to the front panel, the top panel of the device also has no user-controlled buttons and simply features a ventilation system integrated into the casework. 14 // 23 Getting to know TToby The front panel 3.3 3.4 The top panel The rear panel 3.3 WARNING: You must keep all vents clear.
3.1 3.2 Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ The rear panel 3.3 3.4 The top panel The rear panel 3.4 The rear panel offers a comprehensive connectivity suite, featuring both balanced and unbalanced inputs for connection to preamps and audiophile-grade 30-amp loudspeaker binding terminals, suitable for use with banana- and spade-type speaker plugs.
Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Setting up TToby 4.0 16 // 23 4.0 4.1 Placement 4.2 Connecting TToby to ancillary equipment 4.3 Line level inputs 4.4 Audio outputs 4.5 Power-on sequence 4.
4.1 4.2 Placement Connecting TToby to ancillary equipment 4.3 Line level inputs Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Placement Whilst TToby will operate normally within a stack of other Chord Electronics Tabletop components, it is recommended that the device is allowed to ‘breathe’ with 10cm of space around it to convection-cool during operation. 17 // 23 4.1 4.4 4.5 4.
4.1 4.2 Placement Connecting TToby to ancillary equipment 4.3 Line level inputs Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Connecting TToby to ancillary equipment When connecting the TToby to equipment within the signal path, ensure all devices are switched off. It is recommended that once all equipment is properly connected, that the volume setting is operated to its lowest setting, before slowly being raised to a comfortable listening level. Always observe partnering manufacturers’ guidelines.
4.1 4.2 Placement Connecting TToby to ancillary equipment 4.3 Line level inputs Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Line level inputs Audio outputs Power-on sequence Earthing issues in Europe 4.3 TToby is equipped with a stereo pair of unbalanced (singleended) RCA inputs and a stereo pair of balanced XLR inputs. TToby has no ability to switch between the inputs, therefore, only one must be used.
4.1 4.2 Placement Connecting TToby to ancillary equipment 4.3 Line level inputs Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Audio outputs Audio outputs Power-on sequence Earthing issues in Europe 4.4 TToby supports a single stereo output. In order to connect TToby to loudspeakers, use high-quality loudspeaker cable terminated with 4mm banana plugs or 6mm spades. Bare wire can be used, but it is not recommended.
4.1 4.2 Placement Connecting TToby to ancillary equipment 4.3 Line level inputs Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Power-on sequence With the unit connected to a mains power supply, switch TToby ‘on’ using the analogue rocker switch located next to the mains input. This will switch the unit both on and off. During the initial start-up phase, TToby will power-up and perform a safety check at this time the LED will show a green light.
4.1 4.2 Placement Connecting TToby to ancillary equipment 4.3 Line level inputs Chord Electronics TToby | Manual _ Earthing issues in Europe In some European countries, a hum or buzz may occur if the amplifier is connected to mains sockets that do not have an earth or adequate earth. If this occurs, please ensure that your equipment is connected via a good-quality multi-way mains block which contains an earth point at every socket outlet.
