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* ''Date of Introduction:'' | * ''Date of Introduction:'' | ||
| − | ::::: 2018 | + | ::::: 2018 until September 2022 |
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::::Mono speakers from 2way to 6way (6 & 10 channel) | ::::Mono speakers from 2way to 6way (6 & 10 channel) | ||
::Software upgradable to support more and more loudspeakers | ::Software upgradable to support more and more loudspeakers | ||
| − | ::Connects to power amplifiers and externally Aktiv speakers | + | ::Connects to power amplifiers and externally [[Aktiv|<u>Active/Exakt</u>]] speakers |
| − | :* | + | :* It can only be used with Exakt-Link output products |
* ''Features'' | * ''Features'' | ||
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** [[Menu:What_is_Exakt%3F|EXAKT]] | ** [[Menu:What_is_Exakt%3F|EXAKT]] | ||
** [[Surround_Sound#Introduction|Surround Sound]] | ** [[Surround_Sound#Introduction|Surround Sound]] | ||
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| + | {{Upgrades:UTOPIK_ONLY}} | ||
== '''Support''' == | == '''Support''' == | ||
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== '''Installation''' == | == '''Installation''' == | ||
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| − | '''As this is an Exaktbox the initial setup must be performed with a Local Area Network that has Internet access. Otherwise [[ | + | '''As this is an Exaktbox the initial setup must be performed with a Local Area Network that has Internet access. Otherwise [[Manage_Systems|Manage Systems]] cannot set the speaker channel, Speaker profile and Space Optimisation of these products''' |
<br> | <br> | ||
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== '''Latest software''' == | == '''Latest software''' == | ||
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[[Image:AkDSM_to_AkExaktBox_wiring.jpg |centre|450px]] <br> | [[Image:AkDSM_to_AkExaktBox_wiring.jpg |centre|450px]] <br> | ||
The Exakt-link cable can supply digital audio for multiple speakers. <br> | The Exakt-link cable can supply digital audio for multiple speakers. <br> | ||
| − | Use | + | Use [[Manage_Systems|Manage Systems]] Setup pages to declare if Channel1 is left or right hand channel and Channel2 is left or right hand channel |
Check [[Exakt_link | '''HERE''']] for more information of Exakt link connection | Check [[Exakt_link | '''HERE''']] for more information of Exakt link connection | ||
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=== [[Akurate Exaktbox connections|'''Power Amplifier/Speaker connections''']] === | === [[Akurate Exaktbox connections|'''Power Amplifier/Speaker connections''']] === | ||
| − | '''DOUBLE CHECK the wiring from the Exaktbox to power amplifier to speaker terminals!'''<br> | + | '''DOUBLE-CHECK the wiring from the Exaktbox to power amplifier to speaker terminals!'''<br> |
| − | If there are any mis-wires or wrong speaker | + | If there are any mis-wires or wrong speaker definitions in the Exaktbox, you may blow the speaker drive units, so take care. |
| − | If this is the first connection use the standard Aktiv test scenario. | + | If this is the first connection, use the standard [[Aktiv|<u>Exakt/Aktiv</u>]] test scenario. |
# Switch off ALL power amplifiers. | # Switch off ALL power amplifiers. | ||
# Disconnect any power amplifier to speakers connections | # Disconnect any power amplifier to speakers connections | ||
| − | # Set to a low volume value, e.g 40-50 | + | # Set to a low-volume value, e.g. 40-50 |
# Do the following tests 5,6,7,8 starting with the Bass connections, then Midrange, then tweeter and finally super tweeter in that order. | # Do the following tests 5,6,7,8 starting with the Bass connections, then Midrange, then tweeter and finally super tweeter in that order. | ||
| − | # Connect respective (Bass or Mid or tweeter | + | # Connect the respective (Bass or Mid or tweeter or super-tweeter) power amplifier connection to the Bass connection (Bass or Mid or tweeter or super-tweeter) of the speaker. |
| − | # Switch on the respective amplifier and play some Music. Check that you are only getting (Bass or Mid or tweeter | + | # Switch on the respective amplifier and play some Music. Check that you are only getting (Bass or Mid or tweeter or super-tweeter) audio from that speaker drive unit. |
# Stop the Music playing. | # Stop the Music playing. | ||
| − | # Leave this cable connected go to Step4 and connect the next speaker drive unit in the list. | + | # Leave this cable connected, go to Step4 and connect the next speaker drive unit in the list. |
| − | '''If you change speaker or variant, this may also change the Exaktbox terminations so DOUBLE CHECK''' | + | '''If you change speaker or variant, this may also change the Exaktbox terminations, so DOUBLE CHECK''' |
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| + | To see the Exaktbox terminations for each speaker,[[Akurate Exaktbox connections| click here]] | ||
=== EXAKT LED Status === | === EXAKT LED Status === | ||
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* [http://docs.linn.co.uk/wiki/index.php/product_positioning Positioning Information] | * [http://docs.linn.co.uk/wiki/index.php/product_positioning Positioning Information] | ||
| − | * The ExaktBox is shipped from Linn with no speaker setup and must be configured with | + | * The ExaktBox is shipped from Linn with no speaker setup and must be configured with [[Manage_Systems|Manage Systems]]. |
== '''Exakt options''' == | == '''Exakt options''' == | ||
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<br><br> | <br><br> | ||
| − | One of the beneifts of the Exakt system is that you can easily setup and optimise your listening environment. Simply [ | + | One of the beneifts of the Exakt system is that you can easily setup and optimise your listening environment. Simply use [[Manage_Systems|Manage Systems]] and follow the [[Space_Optimsation|Space_Optimsation+]] & [[Advanced_Space_optimisation | Space Optimisation+ (Advanced)]] |
<br><br><br><br> | <br><br><br><br> | ||
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{{Warning:Exakt_channel_passthrough}} | {{Warning:Exakt_channel_passthrough}} | ||
[[image:Connection_Help.jpg|right|330px]] | [[image:Connection_Help.jpg|right|330px]] | ||
| − | Select '''CONNECTION HELP''' for up to date wiring information | + | Select '''CONNECTION HELP''' for up-to-date wiring information |
Check [https://www.linn.co.uk/technology/exakt#compatible-speakers www.Linn.co.uk Exakt speakers] | Check [https://www.linn.co.uk/technology/exakt#compatible-speakers www.Linn.co.uk Exakt speakers] | ||
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Examples using Akurate Exaktbox<br> | Examples using Akurate Exaktbox<br> | ||
| − | <span style="color:red">Note: It should be noted that information may at times be out of date and should not be used as a current list of what is supported. | + | <span style="color:red">Note: It should be noted that information may at times be out of date and should not be used as a current list of what is supported. Check [https://www.linn.co.uk/technology/exakt#linn-speaker-upgrades www.Linn.co.uk]</span><br> |
| − | '''These speakers must be made externally Aktiv'''<br> | + | '''These speakers must be made externally [[Aktiv|<u>Exakt/Aktiv</u>]]'''<br> |
Note: Speakers that cannot be made externally Aktiv e.g Av5110, UNIK, Diskreet etc cannot be used with the Exaktbox<br> | Note: Speakers that cannot be made externally Aktiv e.g Av5110, UNIK, Diskreet etc cannot be used with the Exaktbox<br> | ||
| − | * [[Akurate_Exaktbox_connections#Klimax_350|'''Klimax | + | * [[Akurate_Exaktbox_connections#Klimax_350|'''Klimax 350''']](Externally Aktiv 350's will need to be converted for use with the Exaktbox operation) |
* [[Akurate_Exaktbox_connections#Komri|'''Komri''']] | * [[Akurate_Exaktbox_connections#Komri|'''Komri''']] | ||
* [[Akurate_Exaktbox_connections#Keltik|'''Keltik''']] | * [[Akurate_Exaktbox_connections#Keltik|'''Keltik''']] | ||
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==== Third-party speakers ==== | ==== Third-party speakers ==== | ||
Examples using Akurate Exaktbox<br> | Examples using Akurate Exaktbox<br> | ||
| − | <span style="color:red">Note: It should be noted that information may at times be out of date and should not be used as a current list of what is supported. | + | <span style="color:red">Note: It should be noted that information may at times be out of date and should not be used as a current list of what is supported. Check [https://www.linn.co.uk/technology/exakt#linn-speaker-upgrades www.Linn.co.uk]</span><br> |
# [[Akurate_Exaktbox_connections#Nautilus|'''B&W Nautilus ''']] | # [[Akurate_Exaktbox_connections#Nautilus|'''B&W Nautilus ''']] | ||
# [[Akurate_Exaktbox_connections#802_Diamond|'''B&W 802 Diamond''']] | # [[Akurate_Exaktbox_connections#802_Diamond|'''B&W 802 Diamond''']] | ||
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For further assistance, try our [http://www.linn.co.uk/linn_customer_support customer support] pages. | For further assistance, try our [http://www.linn.co.uk/linn_customer_support customer support] pages. | ||
| − | [[Category:Exaktbox]] | + | |
| + | [[Category:Exaktbox]] [[Category:Exakt]] [[Category:Family: Akurate]] [[Category:CHAKRA Class Amplifier]] [[Category:UTOPIK Upgrade]] | ||
Latest revision as of 07:30, 20 November 2024
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AKURATE EXAKTBOX 6 or 10
(Katalyst version)
Contents
Product info
- Product Name:
- Akurate ExaktBox 10/1 (10-channel)
- Akurate ExaktBox 6/1 ( 6-channel)
- Date of Introduction:
- 2018 until September 2022
- Type: Digital Crossover with Exakt Technology
- Supports
- Stereo speakers from 2way to 3way (6-channel) or 2-way to 5-way (10-channel) or
- Mono speakers from 2way to 6way (6 & 10 channel)
- Software upgradable to support more and more loudspeakers
- Connects to power amplifiers and externally Active/Exakt speakers
- Supports
- It can only be used with Exakt-Link output products
Hardware Upgrades
- UTOPIK Power Supply upgrade: Improved power supply
- Note: It should be noted that this upgrade information may at times be out of date and should not be used as a current list of what upgrades are available.
Support
Installation
As this is an Exaktbox the initial setup must be performed with a Local Area Network that has Internet access. Otherwise Manage Systems cannot set the speaker channel, Speaker profile and Space Optimisation of these products
Latest software
Manuals
FAQ's
Check FAQ-AkurateBox DSM
Back Panel Connections
- MAINS INPUT - To connect to the mains electricity supply.
- EXAKT LINK- To connect to Exakt compatible devices (CAT-5 cables)
- ANALOGUE OUTPUTS (XLR,variable level) - To connect to power amplifiers with balanced (XLR) analogue inputs. (300ohm Output impedance)
- ANALOGUE OUTPUTS (RCA, variable level) - To connect to power amplifier with unbalanced (RCA) analogue inputs. (300ohm Output impedance)
- FALLBACK - Primarily for Linn service use only, to put the device into Fallback mode (used when reprogramming the unit).
Note: Both XLR and RCA outputs are active simulatneously.
EXAKT LINK Connections
Example if you are using a Akurate DSM/1 to connect to an Akurate ExaktBox:
The Exakt-link cable can supply digital audio for multiple speakers.
Use Manage Systems Setup pages to declare if Channel1 is left or right hand channel and Channel2 is left or right hand channel
Check HERE for more information of Exakt link connection
Power Amplifier/Speaker connections
DOUBLE-CHECK the wiring from the Exaktbox to power amplifier to speaker terminals!
If there are any mis-wires or wrong speaker definitions in the Exaktbox, you may blow the speaker drive units, so take care.
If this is the first connection, use the standard Exakt/Aktiv test scenario.
- Switch off ALL power amplifiers.
- Disconnect any power amplifier to speakers connections
- Set to a low-volume value, e.g. 40-50
- Do the following tests 5,6,7,8 starting with the Bass connections, then Midrange, then tweeter and finally super tweeter in that order.
- Connect the respective (Bass or Mid or tweeter or super-tweeter) power amplifier connection to the Bass connection (Bass or Mid or tweeter or super-tweeter) of the speaker.
- Switch on the respective amplifier and play some Music. Check that you are only getting (Bass or Mid or tweeter or super-tweeter) audio from that speaker drive unit.
- Stop the Music playing.
- Leave this cable connected, go to Step4 and connect the next speaker drive unit in the list.
If you change speaker or variant, this may also change the Exaktbox terminations, so DOUBLE CHECK
To see the Exaktbox terminations for each speaker, click here
EXAKT LED Status
|
LED |
OFF |
ON |
Flash / Blink |
| 0 Master Port | No Link | Link Discovered | Link Activity |
| 1 Audio Clock | No Clock | Clock locked | Clock not locked |
| 2 Slave Port | No Link | Link Enabled | Link Activity |
| 3 Software Status | Not Configured | Running | Hardware Fault |
Installation
Please read the following carefully before installing the unit in your system – your unit may need to be reconfigured by your Linn retailer.
- The ExaktBox is shipped from Linn with no speaker setup and must be configured with Manage Systems.
Exakt options
Exakt usage can be found in Klimax_Exakt_System
One of the beneifts of the Exakt system is that you can easily setup and optimise your listening environment. Simply use Manage Systems and follow the Space_Optimsation+ & Space Optimisation+ (Advanced)
Supported speakers
Linn speakers
When used in this mode any spare outputs CANNOT be used for the either 6 or 8 channel passthrough Surround mode
Select CONNECTION HELP for up-to-date wiring information
Check www.Linn.co.uk Exakt speakers
Examples using Akurate Exaktbox
Note: It should be noted that information may at times be out of date and should not be used as a current list of what is supported. Check www.Linn.co.uk
These speakers must be made externally Exakt/Aktiv
Note: Speakers that cannot be made externally Aktiv e.g Av5110, UNIK, Diskreet etc cannot be used with the Exaktbox
- Klimax 350(Externally Aktiv 350's will need to be converted for use with the Exaktbox operation)
- Komri
- Keltik
- Standard production mid-range 007 & tweeter 015
- Mid-range 081 & tweeter 038 were used for repair or upgrade
- Akubarik passive made Aktiv
- Akudorik passive speakers made Aktiv
- Akurate 242 Mk1 & Mk2
- Akurate 212 Mk1 & Mk2
- Akurate 225 - Centre - Akurate Exaktbox6
- Majik Isobarik
- Majik 140
- Majik 112 - Akurate Exaktbox6
- Majik 109
- Komponent 104
- Komponent 106
- Komponent 110
- Ninka speakers- bi-amped or Tri-amped
- Keilidh- Bi-Amped & Tri-Amped (t1-Tweeter 15, T2-Tweeter 038)
- AV5140
- Standard production tweeter 015, Tweeter 038 were used for repair or upgrade
- AV5120-Centre - Akurate Exaktbox6
- Espek
- Ekwal-Centre - Akurate Exaktbox6
- Kaber
- Katan
- Trikan - Centre - Akurate Exaktbox6
- Isobarik PMS
- Sekrit IW10
Unused Channels CANNOT be used for another loudspeaker or purpose.
Third-party speakers
Examples using Akurate Exaktbox
Note: It should be noted that information may at times be out of date and should not be used as a current list of what is supported. Check www.Linn.co.uk
- B&W Nautilus
- B&W 802 Diamond
- KUDOS Super10
- KUDOS Super20
- KUDOS Titan 505
- KUDOS Titan 606
- KUDOS Titan 707
- KUDOS Titan 808
- JBL K2 S9900
- Twenty.26
- KEF Reference 3
- KEF Reference 5
Example of use
ExaktBox Surround Channel selection
E.g. But NOT a LFE AND MONO on the same Exaktbox |
above is an Exaktbox configured for "6 channel passthrough" |
Trouble shooting
Check Exakt trouble shooting
For further assistance, try our customer support pages.
