These pin assignments are consistent with the standards adopted by the Audio Engineering
Society. Refer to the operating manual of your balanced output source to verify that the pin
assignments of its output connectors correspond to your Linestage Preamplifier. If not, wire the
cables so that the appropriate output pin connects to the equivalent input pin.
13 TAPE SWITCH
The Tape Switch allows to connect RCA Tape Out connectors to the active input. Switch off the
Tape Out to preserve the quality of output signal.
14 TAPE OUT
At this output you can connect the input of a Tape Recorder. The output signal is not affected by
the volume level.
15 TRIGGER OUT
The Linestage Preamplifier can control a pair of “linked” North Star Design “Monoblock” Amplifier
when the trigger communication port of Preamplifier is connected to the trigger input port of the
Monoblock.
For the proper operation you need to:
- power off the Linestage Preamplifier and the two Monoblock Amplifier
- connect the two trigger cables (supplied with the Linestage) between the Linestage
and the two Monoblock
- Power On the Linestage (now the Linestage is in Standby and send the Standby
signal to Monoblock)
- Power On the two Monoblock (now the Monoblock receive the Standby signal from
Linestage)
- Now the system is ready to be controlled by the Linestage (front panel or Remote
control). The Monoblock Standby button functionality is not available. You can use
the Linestage Preamplifier Stand-by button to control the complete system.
16 BALANCED OUT
The Linestage Preamplifier is equipped with a pair of original Neutrik balanced connectors. To take
full advantage of the Linestage sonic quality, we recommend using high-quality interconnection
cables; ask your North Star Design dealer.
17 UNBALANCED OUT
The Linestage Preamplifier is equipped with two pair of original WBT single ended connectors. The
presence of two pair of output connectors allows the passive bi-amplification of your loudspeaker
system.To take full advantage of the Linestage sonic quality, we recommend using high-quality
interconnection cables; ask your North Star Design dealer.
18 AC MAINS INLET AND AC MAINS SWITCH
Standard IEC power cords is provided with the Linestage Preamplifier. High quality power cords
will improve the sonic performances; ask your North Star Design dealer.
The North Star Design Linestage Preamplifier has been safety-tested and is designed for
operation with a three-conductor power cord. Do not defeat the “third pin” or earth ground
of the AC power cord.
An AC mains switch is located adjacent to the power cord on the rear panel of the amplifier. This
switch may be used to disconnect the power supply from the AC mains without having to actually
unplug the amplifier from the wall outlet. If you plan to be away for an extended period, or have any
other reason to turn the amplifier completely off, you may use the AC mains switch.
