LEAK Stereo 230 (Walnut) Stereo Integrated Amplifier With HDMI and Bluetoothâ User Manual

LEAK Stereo 230 (Walnut) Stereo Integrated Amplifier With HDMI and

Bluetoothâ

Important Safety Information

• This lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within on equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

• Warning. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover (or back) as there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

• The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

  • Read these instructions.
  • Keep these instructions.
  • Heed all warnings.
  • Follow all instructions.
  • Do not use this apparatus near water.
  • Cleon only with dry cloth.

• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heal registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A ground­ing 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 on electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

• Protect the power cord from being stepped on or pinched, particularly at the plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus.

• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time

• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as a power supply 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, does not operate normally, or hos been dropped.

• CAUTION : These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only Ta reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so

• Do not install this equipment in a confined or built-in space such as a bookcase or similar unit, and keep well ventilated in an open space The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspaper tablecloths, curtains, etc.

• WARNING : Only use attachments/accessories specified or provided by the manufacturer (such as the exclusive supply adopter, battery etc).

• WARNING : Please refer to the information on the exterior panel of the enclosure for electrical and safety information before installing or operat­ing the apparatus.

• WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on the apparatus.

• WARNING : For the terminals marked with the symbol may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. The external wiring connected to the terminals requires installation by an instructed person or the used of ready-made leads or cords.
  Protective earthing terminal. The apparatus should be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection
  The product is designed to use in moderate/ tropical climates

• WARNING : No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

• WARNING : Attention should be drawn to the environmental speeds of battery disposal.

• WARNING : Use of the apparatus in tropical climates.

THE FUSE VALUES ARE:

• 220 – 240V (UK, Chino, etc.) T2.0AL 250V Slow Blow
• 100 – 120V (USA, Japan. etc.) T5.0AL 250V Slow Blow

1. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks, owned by Bluelooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by IAG Group Ltd is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. aptX® software is copyrighted CSR pie. or its group companies. All rights reserved.
2. The aptX® mark and the aptX® logo are trademarks of CSR pie or one of its group companies and may be registered in one or more jurisdictions.
   Being Roon Tested means that IAG Group Ltd and Roon have collaborated to ensure you have the bes! experience using Roon, software and IAG Group Ltd equipment together, so you can just enjoy the music.

MQA (Master Quality Authenticated)

1. MQA is an award-winning British technology tho! delivers the sound of the original master recording.
2. The master MQA file is fully authenticated and is small enough lo stream or download.
3. Visit mqo.co.uk for more information. LEAK STEREO 230 includes MQA technology, which enables you to playback MQA audio files and streams, delivering !he sound of the original master recording.

MQA and the Sound Wove Device ore registered trademarks of MQA Limited ©2016
The LEAK STEREO 230 LED on the front panel glows green or blue to indicate that the unit is decoding and playing on MQA stream or file, and denotes provenance lo ensure that the sound is identical to tho! of the source material It glows blue to indicate ii is playing on MQA Studio file, which has either been approved in the studio by the artist/producer or has been verified by the copyright owner.

INTRODUCTION

The LEAK STEREO 230 is a high-performance, high-fidelity integrated amplifier designed for the audio enthusiast. It is designed to be the perfect match to a wide variety of sources and provides the necessary amplification to realize the highest quality of your stored music through your loudspeakers and headphones.
The LEAK STEREO 230 can be connected to both analog and digital sources. thanks to its diversity of inputs. A built-in Moving Magnet (MM) phono pre- am­plifier allows for direct connection to turntable record players. It also offers a newly developed HDMI ARC connectivity function to realize the highest quality audio in AV applications, for a fully equipped integrated amplifier to meet the demands of modern audiophiles and cinephiles.
The LEAK STEREO 230 will operate as a high-fidelity Digital Audio Converter IDAC). You can also stream music to the LEAK STEREO 230 from any Bluetooth device such as portable music players and smartphones. The LEAK STEREO 230 is designed with the innovative built-in optX codec so that you can hear C(quality audio over the Bluetooth wireless connection.
To ensure proper operation please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After reading this manual, be sure to keep if for future reference.

FEATURES

• 2 x 75W 18 ohms)/ 2 x 115W 14 ohms) amplifier
• ST MOSFET TDA7293 dual parallel amplifier
• ES9038Q2M 32-bit DAC
• Bluetoorh 5.0 (op!X / optX HD) input
• HDMI ARC support
• PC USB port for replaying stereo from a compatible host
• MQA full decoder for PC USB / coaxial SPDIF / optical SPDIF inputs
• Roon Tested for PC USB
• low-noise moving magnet phono stage
• Dedicated current-feedback headphone amplifier
• USB firmware update functionality
• 2 x Analogue inputs
• 1 x Phono (MM) input
• 1 x Coaxial SPDIF digital input
• 1 x Optical SPDIF digital input
• 12V Trigger input
• Pre-amplifier output
• loudspeaker output
• Headphone output
• Trigger output

UNPACKING THE EQUIPMENT

Unpack the product fully. The carton should contain:

• The LEAK STEREO 230 amplifier
• One IEC power cord suitable for your area
• One remote handset
• One antenna (for the metal enclosure version only. The LEAK STEREO 230 with wooden chassis does not have an antenna)
• The LEAK STEREO 230 user manual

USB DRIVERS (AND FIRMWARE UPDATES)

To download Windows Drivers, please see the separate manual. Any firmware updates will also be available from www.leak-hifi.co.uk

PLACEMENT

The unit must! be mounted on a solid, level, and stable surface.
Before you connect the LEAK STEREO 230 to the AC mains power, ensure your AC mains voltage corresponds to the rotting on the rear panel of the product. If in doubt, consult your dealer. If you move to an area that has o different AC mains voltage, seek advice from a LEAK-appointed dealer or a competent service technician.

Controls and Connectors

Remote Handset

NOTE : the handset buttons shown crossed out are for use with other LEAK units such as the LEAK CDT ond are therefore not functional when used with the LEAK STEREO 230.

1. MUTE Press to mute/unmute the sound. In mute mode, the source indicator on the front panel will flash

2. I◄◄Press to skip track backward in Bluetooth / PC USB playback mode

3. ►II Press to Play/Pause in Bluetooth / PC USB playback mode
   Press and hold for 3 seconds to disconnect Bluetooth

4. DIRECT Press to select the direct mode

5. INPUT Press to select the source input

6. STANDBY  Press to bring the unit in/out of Standby

7. VOL+  Press to increase the volume

8. ►►I  Press to skip track forward in Bluetooth / PC USB playback mode

9. VOL- Press to decrease the volume

10. A Press to select the LEAK STEREO 230 remote mode  (press the CD button for the LEAK CDT controls)

NOTE:

• Always use AAA bctteries (not supplied) and replace them in sets – never mix old and new batteries.
• Very weak bctteries can leak and damage the handset. Replace them in good time There is a risk of fire and burns if a battery is handled improperly. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short the contacts or dispose of the bctteries in fire or water.
• Do not attempt to open or service a battery. Discord used bctteries in full accordance with recycling regulations,n force in your area

Connection

INSTALLATION
Before making any connections to your high-fidelity equipment make sure that the oil units in the system are switched off and unplugged ol the mains.

AC POWER CONNECTION
The Power On/Off switch is on the rem panel. Before connecting the LEAK equipment lo the AC mains supply check and make sure the voltage marked on the bock matches your supply voltage.

DIGITAL SIGNAL OUTPUT CONNECTIONS

• Coaxial Output
  The LEAK STEREO 230 has one coaxial SPDIF output. Connect on RCA digital interconnect between the LEAK STEREO 230 unit and the required input of your equipment.

• Optical Outputs
  The LEAK STEREO 230 has one optical SPDIF output. Connect an optical (TOSLink) interconnect between the LEAK STEREO 230 and the required input of your equipment.

ANALOGUE SIGNAL OUTPUT CONNECTIONS

• Preamplifier Output
  The LEAK STEREO 230 has one pair of unbalanced RCA outputs which can make the unit operate as o a preamplifier.
  Connect on the RCA cable between the unbalanced pre-output of the LEAK STEREO 230 and the unbalanced input of o power amplifier or associated equipment. interconnection should be of low-noise construction and fully screened lo minimize hum and noise transmission.

• Loudspeaker Outputs
  The LEAK STEREO 230 hos two sets of loudspeaker outputs. They ore dependent on right and left stereo amplifier outputs.
  Connect the Positive (+) RED terminals of the amplifier to the Positive (+) RED terminals of the loudspeakers. Connect the Negative (-) BLACK terminals similarly. If the speaker has the wrong polarity connection, the sound becomes unnatural or locks the boss. When connecting loudspeakers lighten the terminals securely by hand. Make sure there are no loose strands of wires which could cause short circuits.

• Headphone Output
  The LEAK STEREO 230 hos o stereo 6.3mm ( l / 4″) jock on the front panel for connecting headphones. Connecting the headphones will mute the audio signal to the loudspeakers. The LEAK STEREO 230 headphone output can be adjusted up lo 4.5V. Select o comfortable output level to suit your headphones.
  WARNING : listening to music at high volume levels and for extended durations· con damage one’s hearing. In order to reduce the risk of damage to hearing, one should lower the volume to o safe, comfortable level, and reduce the amount of lime listening ot high levels. Headsets should comply with EN 50332-2 requirements (for GS certification).

Output Connection

ANALOGUE SIGNAL INPUT CONNECTIONS
The LEAK STEREO 230 has two sets of unbalanced RCA inputs for connection ta units that do not feature balanced outputs. Both sets are identical. Connect an RCA cable between the unbalanced input of the LEAK STEREO 230 and the unbalanced output of a source unit like an o CD player or DAC. Interconnections should be of low-noise construction and fully screened to minimize hum and noise transmission.

PHONO SIGNAL INPUT CONNECTIONS
The LEAK STEREO 230 has a PHONO signal input, the PHONO input should only be connected to turntables fitted with M/1/1 or high-output MC cartridges.

DIGITAL SIGNAL INPUT CONNECTIONS
The LEAK STEREO 230 has a variety of digital inputs, which can be connected to the most popular digital sources, like the digital output of o CD or DVD player, DAC or PC etc.

Coaxial Inputs
The LEAK STEREO 230 has a coaxial SPDIF input. Connect an RCA digital interconnect between the digital coaxial output of the source unit to the COAX. the input of the LEAK STEREO 230.

Optical Inputs
The LEAK STEREO 230 has an optical SPDIF input. Connect an optical Toslink) interconnection between the digital optical output of the source unit to the LEAK STEREO 230.

Bluetooth Input
The LEAK STEREO 230 has a built-in Bluetooth signal processor module that can play audio files transmitted from a source unit via Bluetooth wireless transmission. Please refer to page 12 for instructions on how to operate this function.

USB Input
The LEAK STEREO 230 has one type-B USB input which allows you to play audio files stored on a computer

Type B USB

UPDATE
The LEAK STEREO 230 provides a type-A USB port for firmware upgrades.
Upgrade method: Put the upgrade file onto o USB disk, plug it into the UPDATE USB interface, and press and hold the STANDBY button on the front panel while switching on the power using the rear panel POWER switch. The LEAK STEREO 230 will upgrade automatically. After upgrading, unplug the USB disk and power on the amplifier for normal use.

GROUND TERMINAL
The grounding terminal connected with this product is used to reduce noise when connecting with other associated equipment fitted with a separate ground lead. This terminal is required to be used when the turntable amplifier and turntable player are bath double insulated. In this case, the metal housing of the machine is grounded to eliminate the residual hum, and the ground terminal cannot be used as safety for other equipment If you have any questions, please consult your dealer.

ARC
ARC function allows you to send audio from your ARC-compliant TV to the LEAK STEREO 230 through a single HDMI connection. To enjoy the ARC function, please ensure your TV is both HDMI-CEC and ARC compliant and set up accordingly. Please note: Your TV must support the HDMI-CEC and ARC functions. HDMI-CEC and ARC must be set to ‘ON’. The configuration method of HDMI-CEC and ARC may differ depending on the brand or model of your TV. For details about the ARC function, please refer to your TV owner’s manual. Only HDMI l .4 cables con support the ARC function.

Input Connection

STANDBY MODE

The LEAK STEREO 230 will be in standby mode when powered on. The power LED indicator on the front panel will show dark red. Press the Standby button or the (!) button on the remote handset to bring LEAK STEREO 230 out of standby.
You can adjust the ‘auto standby’ function by pressing and holding the Standby button on the front panel until the LED blinks. A short press of the Standby button then select the Auto· Standby function as follows:
20 min Auto-Standby
The Power LED indicator flashes twice: Auto-Stondby 20 minutes. The LEAK STEREO 230 will automatically go into Standby mode if there is no signal input or operation for 20 minutes.

• Hour Auto-Standby
  The Power LED indicator flashes thrice: Auto-Standby l hour. The LEAK STEREO 230 will automatically go into Standby mode if there is no signal input or operation for l hour.

• Never Auto-Stondby (Default)
  The Power LED indicator flashes once: Auto·Stondby Never. The LEAK STEREO 230 will not go into Standby mode.

VOLUME CONTROL

• Before turning on the LEAK STEREO 230, please check the volume level before playing the source. The volume control will remain at the level it was last set at when the unit was put in standby.
• You can adjust the volume knob on the front panel or press lhe volume button of the remote control to adjust the volume level as needed.
  Press the MUTE button on 1he remote control to enter MUTE mode. Note: the selected input indicator flashes to show the amplifier is in MUTE mode.

PLAYING MUSIC VIA ANALOGUE INPUTS

• Connect the analog signal of a source unit to the LEAK STEREO 230’s AUX 1 or AUX2 input. Rotate the INPUT selector on the front panel (or press the INPUT select key on the remote control) to select the AUX l or AUX2 input. The selected input indicator will light and music will start playing.

PLAYING MUSIC VIA DIGITAL INPUTS

• Connect the coaxial SPDIF or optical (TOSI ink) output from your source unit to the digital in COAX jock or the optical (TOSlink) input on the LEAK STEREO 230’s rear panel. Rotate the INPUT selector on the front panel (or press the INPUT select key on the remote control) to select the COAX / OPT input. The selected input indicator will light and music will start playing when the signal is present.

PLAYING MUSIC VIA USB INPUT

When connecting the LEAK STEREO 230 to o Windows computer for the first time, you will need to install the USB driver on your computer.
Connect lo o Moc or PC via the type-B USB interface on the LEAK STEREO 230’s rear panel. Rotole the INPUT selector on the front panel ! or press the INPUT select key on the remote control) lo select the USB input, the selected input indicator will light. Select the unit os the playback output device on the computer and then start playing music with your chosen music softwore program.

PLAYING MUSIC VIA BLUETOOTH

You can wirelessly connect the LEAK STEREO 230 lo o music source via Bluetooth wireless technology. When the Bluetooth device (smartphone, tablet or PC etc) is not connected, the indicator light of the Bluetooth input will flash. When a Bluetooth device is connected, the indicator LED will be illuminated.
To connect a Bluetooth device, access the Bluetooth connectivity menu on your your Bluetooth device smartphone, tablet or PC, etc) and connect to ‘LEAK STEREO 230 BT’.

If prompted to enter the password, enter ‘0000’.

Bluetooth will disconnect ofter l minute if you switch to another input from Bluetooth playback. Your device will automatically reconnect to the LEAK STEREO 230 when you switch bock to the Bluetooth input (assuming the device is within range).

To disconnect the Bluetooth·

• Hold press the ►II button on the remote control for 3 seconds to force the current Bluetooth connection to be disconnected.
• Bluetooth with automatically disconnect if you remove the Bluetooth source beyond the communication area or turn off the connected device or turn off its Bluetooth function.

BASS
You can adjust the bass output by adjusting the BASS knob on the front panel. To increose, turn clockwise. To decrease, turn counterclockwise. The BASS control range is -6db to +6dB.

TREBLE
You can adjust the treble output by adjusting the TREBLE knob on the front panel. To increose, turn clockwise To decrease, turn counterclockwise. The TREBLE control range is -6db to +6dB.

Note·

The RIM playback characteristic has been incorporated in the LEAK STEREO 230, as this is the internationally agreed standard. This characteristic does not take into account the acoustics of the recording studio, the position of the microphones relative to the artists, your pickup, your loudspeaker systems, the acoustics of your room, and your particular ears! In other words, the play-bock characteristic is of use only as an approximation, and ii may well be necessary to adjust the final result by using the controls marked as ‘BASS’ and ‘TREBLE’; this is the reason for their presence. When playing LP records 133 113 and 45 r p.m) made prior to 1955, for instance, the bass and treble controls may be used to correct differences in the recording choracteristic.
When playing European 78 records, the ‘TREBLE’ control should, theoretically, be turned to ‘2 O’Clock’.
Consumer opinion in some countries insists on a magnitude of available boss boost which, if used at maximum, can only result in o travesty of the original music. We have provided you with on availability of a bass boost which you certainly should not need if your pickup and loudspeakers are moderately good. It is not possible to obtain true bass from small loudspeaker systems by turning the ‘BASS’; control to maximum, !hough on the intermediate setting may be helpful, particularly when listening at low-intensity levels in an apartment late at night).

BALANCE
The balance knob on the front panel can adjust the sound output balance of the left and righ1 speakers to compensate for an unbalanced sound.
Note : if you turn the balance control knob to full Left or Right, the opposite channel will be silent.

DIRECT

Press the Direct button on the front panel of lhe LEAK STEREO 230 to activate the direct function, and the indicator above the key will light up. Click ta turn off Direct again and the indicator goes off.
The LEAK STEREO 230 will bypass certain circuits within the amplifier design by slopping the power supply lo these circuits. It will reduce noise and electronic interference (albeit minor) in order to reproduce lhe purest sound as is electronically possible.
Note : boss, treble, and balance controls ore not available when direct is activated.

PROTECTION MODE
The LEAK STEREO 230 is protected by o thermal switch which interrupts the AC Power supply if the amplifier is grossly overlooked for a period of time. To restore operation, simply press the Standby button on the front panel II is thus fully protected against gross overload, shorl-circuited output etc, but not necessarily against seriously inadequate ventilation.

Warranty Coverage

LEAK warrants its products, subject to the following terms and conditions below, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship.

ONLINE REGISTRATION

Scan the QR code using a smart-phone device, for product warranty registration online.

• The three (3) year extended warranty is applicable to items purchased from Jon l sl 202 l, onwards. Items purchased prior to this date are not eligible for this extended warranty service but are subject to statutory warranty claims and all applicable consumer rights.

• To qualify for the extended 3 year warranty, you must register your product within ninety (90) calendar days from the date of purchase. Visit
  leak-hifi.co.uk/warrantyregistration to complete your online registration. Items not registered online will have a Limited Warranty for one ( 1) year, or for the period of your country’s statutory warranty, whichever is longer.

• Warranty can only be offered to products registered with proof of purchase with date, model, and details of the authorized dealer clearly stated on the receipt/invoice. Please keep the original receipt/invoice in case it is required for a warranty claim.

• This Limited Warranty is non-transferable and is offered exclusively to the original owner.

• This Limited Warranty is valid only in the original country of purchase.

• Repairs or replacements are provided under this warranty are the exclusive remedy of the consumer. LEAK shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of any expenses or implied warranty with any product. Except to the extent prohibited by law, this warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties whatsoever, both expressed and implied, including but not limited to the warrant of merchantability and fitness for practical purposes.

• This warranty provides benefits that are additional to and do not affect your statutory consumer rights.

• This Limited Warranty offer is subject to the correct information being submitted in your application. Incorrect dates or mismatched purchase receipt dates that are outside of the warranty terms will immediately invalidate any warranty claim.

• Please check with your dealer’s local distributor for further information.

EXCLUSIONS

The following items are excluded from the LEAK warranty:

• Normal wear and tear and cosmetic damage (including but not limited to any wear from reasonable use, environmental deterioration, or neglect)
• Products on which the serial number has been removed, altered or otherwise made illegible.
• Products not purchased from an authorized LEAK dealer.
• Products that were not new at the time of original purchase.
• Products sold ‘as is’, ‘as seen’ or ‘with faults
• Product not purchased from an Authorised Dealer/Distributor within the region of the claim (ie parallel imports or grey market products)
• Accidental damage or faults caused by commercial use, acts of God, incorrect installation, incorrect connection, incorrect packaging, misuse, or careless operation or handling which is not in accordance with the user instructions.
• Equipment that has been operated in conjunction with unsuitable, inappropriate, or faulty apparatus.
• Repairs, alterations, or modifications carried out by parties other than LEAK or its authorized service partners.
• Damage in transit that cannot be attributable to the fault of LEAK, the authorized distributor, or dealer (ie. claims otherwise covered by transit insurance.)
• Faults relating to abnormal or inappropriate power supply voltage or power surges.
• Faults relating to extremities in temperature, exposure to heat, water or other liquids, insects, excessive moisture, sand, chemicals, battery leakage or any other contaminants.
• Any force mature events, including but not limited to any acts of God, fire, lightning, typhoon, storm, earthquake, hurricane, natural disaster, tsunami, flood, war, riot, or public disturbance.
• Any other causes beyond the reasonable control of either LEAK and its Authorised Distributor.
• Please note items purchased before l st Jan 202 l are not eligible for the extended warranty claim.

HOW TO CLAIM

To obtain warranty service please contact the authorised dealer from which you purchased this product and present the limited warranty certificate offered upon registration of your product’s extended warranty offer.
Do not dispatch goods without the prior agreement of the dealer distributor or authorized service center.
If asked to return products for inspection and or repair, please pack carefully preferably in the original carton or packaging affording an equal degree of protection and returned via insured, trackable courier service.
The authorized dealer or distributor will offer full return details and instructions. However, please note if unsuitable packaging is used the warranty may be deemed void due to improper action in return.
LEAK or the authorized distributor, dealer or service center may make a charge for the supply of new packaging for the return of the repaired item. Please note, insurance is recommended as goods are returned at the owner’s risk. Authorized distributors or service centers cannot be held liable for loss or damage in transit. insurance and freight charges on the return journey will be paid for by LEAK, an authorized dealer, distributor, or service center if corrective work proves to be necessary.
In the event of ‘no-fault found’ or ‘no repair necessary,’ the return shipping charge will be the responsibility of the owner.

REPAIRS

All repairs will be carried out by the appointed distributor (or locally appointed service center) Reprnrs handled or processed without authorization or approval of the appointed representative will be excluded from this limited warranty. Please note, LEAK is not able to supply ports or replacement items to any other entity than the official distributor or authorized service center.
Other than the warranty and services set out in this warranty, to the fullest extent permitted by law, LEAK shall not be liable to you and/ or any third party or entity whatsoever for:

• Any loss, damages, and/or malfunction caused to any product(s) which is/or connected to any of the products covered by this warranty
• Any damages, loss, and liability, whether direct, indirect, incidental, consequential special, punitive, or otherwise, howsoever caused by, arising out of or otherwise, in relation to the installation, delivery, use, service, repair, replacement and/ or maintenance of the product;
• Any damages, loss, and liability under this warranty in respect of any act, omission, or negligence of any of their technicians, employees, agents, representatives or independent contractors relating to the actual or purported performance of any of the obligations under this warranty.

SERVICE CENTRE ADDRESS

Should a fault occur with your product, please pack it correctly using the original packing, so you can ship it safely. For technical support, servicing, or product queries and information, please contact either your local retailer or the office below·

IAG SeNice Dept
13/ 14 Glebe Rood Huntingdon Cambridgeshire PE29 7DL UK
Tel : +44(0) 1480 452561
Email : seNice@leak-hifi.co.uk
For information on other authorised service centres worldwide contact LEAK International, UK A worldwide distributors list is available on the LEAK website:
www.leak-hifi.co.uk

Specifications

Measurement made with 230V power supply

All Operating Systems

Please note that your screen display may vary depending on the operating system.
System Requirements: Intel Core 2 @ 1 .6GHz or similar NVID processor lGBRAM USB 2.0 Interface
Microsoft Windows Vista 32/64 Bit incl. SP2 I Windows 7 32/64Bit I Windows XP SP3 (not recommended) Apple MAC OS from 10.6.4

Installation of LEAK for Asynchronous Mode (LEAK USB Driver – IAG Platform)

Windows 8 / Windows 7 / Windows 10 /Vista/ XP Installation

To use the USB input for the first time, the device requires the installation of the USB driver.
Follow the instructions of the setup program to install the driver.
Complete the installation by clicking ‘Finish’.

To confirm the connection of the LEAK product to the PC, double-click on the tab.

If this window appears then the connection has been established between the LEAK product and the PC, the device is now ready to use.

If this window appears then the connection has not been established, please reconnect the LEAK product.

Windows 8 / Windows 7 / Windows 10/ Vista / XP System Setup

After successful installation of the driver, please connect the LEAK USB audio device to a free USB port. We recommend that you do not use a USB-hub, to ensure the best performance of your LEAK device. When listening to music from your computer, we recommend that you close all other USB applications. When connected, installed and selected accordingly, the IAG USB Audio Driver replaces the internal sound card of your computer.

Adjusting the sample rate

• Open the control panel of your computer.
• Open Sound
• If the IAG USB Audio is not set do to default, please set it to default as shown.
• Under properties select Advanced and adjust the output format as required.

Note:

• Windows Vista does not support the sample rate of l 76.4kHz/24 bit. If you wont to playback this sample rote, a music player supporting this feature is required. You con use J. River media Center or Foobor for example.
• Windows XP does not support sample rates of more than 48 kHz. You need a special music player to play back other sample rates, for example, J. River Media Center or Foobor.

Install and set up Foobar2000 in Windows OS to Run PCM and DSD Audio

1. Download Foobar2000 from the official website, and install Foobar2000 on Windows.
2. Download the SACD plugin from the official website.
3. Unzip the SACD plugin,
4. Click the .exe file to install,
5. Foobar will pop up a window, please click “Apply” to restart Foobar.
6. Download the ASIO plugin from the official website.
7. Unzip the ASIO plugin,
8. Click the .exe file to install,
9. Foobar will pop up windows, please click “Apply” to restart Foobar.
10. Configure the Output Device
11. Go to Playback->Output
12. Select the Device: ASIO foo_dsd_a
13. Configure the ASIO output
14. Goto Playback->Output->ASIO, double-click on foo_dsd_asio
15. Select the IUSBAudio ASIO Driver
16. Select the ASIO Native
17. Select PCM to DSD Method: None
18. Select Fs: DSD 128
19. Configure the SACD plugin to play DSD (and not convert from DSD to PCM)
20. GotoTools->SACD
21. Set ASIO Driver Mode to DSD
22. Set PCM Sample Rate to 176400
23. Load some PCM or DSD audio into Foobar2000 and play.

Install and Setup tunes 1n Mac OS X to play PCM audio

1. Click the “Sound” icon In “System Preferences”.

2.  Click the “Output” tab in “Sound”, and select the “IAG USB Audio 2.0 Output” as the device for sound output.

3. 3. Click “Audio MIDI Setup” in the Utilities Screen to open “Audio Devices”.

4. Click “IAG USB Audio 2.0 Output” in the main menu.

5. In the pop-up menu, select “Use this device for sound output”.
   Music from iTunes will be directed to the LEAK products, but the alert sounds will be sent to your secondary speakers.

6. Set the format to “44100.0Hz-24bit”, the default sampling rate should be selected as 44100.0Hz-24bit, if you are playing music at other sampling frequencies, you should set the sampling rate to match that rate.

7. Load some PCM audio into iTunes and play.

Install and Setup Audirvana Plus in Mac OS X to play PCM or DSD audio

1. Open Audirvana Plus, click “Preferences ” from the “Audirvana Plus” drop-down menu.
2. Open the “Audirvana Preferences” dialog box, and click “Change” in the “Audirvana Preferences” dialog box.
3. Select the “IAG USB Audio 2.0 Output” icon as the device for sound output.
4. Load PCM or DSD audio into Audirvono Plus and play

Attention Before Service
If the above operations fail to work, please try the following steps:

1. Please connect the power cable before plugging the USB cable into your PC.
2. Please unplug and reconnect the power cable or USB cable when the PC does not recognize the device / when it works abnormally.
3. Please disconnect the power coble and USB coble when unused for a long time.
   Should the above symptoms persist with all instructions observed, your product may require servicing.

IAG House, 1 3 / 14 Glebe Rood, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE29 7DL, UK
Tel. +44(0) 1480 452561
Email : service@leok.co.uk
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References

• hifi.co - This website is for sale! - hifi Resources and Information.
• Welcome to MQO.co.uk
• LEAK – The Return of a Legend

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