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SETi 40
Integrated Amplifier
Single Ended 845 Triode
User's Guide and
Operating Information
Bel Canto Design • © February 1999

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  • Page 1 SETi 40 Integrated Amplifier Single Ended 845 Triode User's Guide and Operating Information Bel Canto Design • © February 1999...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Single Ended 845 Triode Integrated Amplifier The Bel Canto Design SETi 40 uses the simplest and most elegant of circuit architectures with the highest quality of parts and construction to produce an integrated amplifier which is unparalleled in recreating the musical event.
  • Page 3: Bel Canto Design Statement

    SET line of amplifiers through the ultimate expression of this technology. The SETi 40 circuit was developed to be used as both a cornerstone for a modern audio system and as a reference tool to explore the reasons behind the single-ended triode amplifier's uniquely musical attributes.
  • Page 4: Unpacking

    Do not open up your SETi 40 (do not remove the chassis covers). There are no user serviceable parts inside. Any tampering of internal parts will immediately void your warranty.
  • Page 5: Initial Setup & Assembly

    SETi 40 socket. Some force and slight movement of the up. All of our dealers are chosen with this service...
  • Page 6 Once the pins are properly aligned, push down on tube until the tube contacts the tube socket. Figure 1. Input Tube Types and Positioning Channel Shown 12AX7 12AX7 ECC83 ECC83 SETi 40 Page 6 Owner's Manual...
  • Page 7: Loudspeaker Connection

    Connection and Use Loudspeaker Connection Input Connections / Selection On the back of the SETi 40 there are three pairs -The loudspeaker connections use one of the two of RCA jacks for the analog inputs. The right pairs of output jacks behind the output channel is marked with a Red band and the left transformer on the top plate of the chassis.
  • Page 8 When installing the amplifiers it is important that they receive adequate ventilation. Allow at least 6 The SETi 40 has a nominal power rating of nearly inches above the amplifiers, and be certain that 40 watts for each channel. While this may seem...
  • Page 9: Technical Description

    The primary design goal of the SETi 40 was to take the idea of the single ended (SE) triode amplifier to The use of self bias for the 845 tube allows a higher...
  • Page 10: Specifications

    *Voltage settings are made at our facility to correspond to requirements of the country in which the product is shipped. Size • 19.5" W x 15" D x 11" H (496 mm x 381 mm x 280 mm) Weight • 64 lbs. (29 kg) SETi 40 Page 10 Owner's Manual...
  • Page 11: Warranty Information

    All warranty work must be done by Bel Canto or authorized Bel Canto international distributor. Bel Canto Design products are uniquely identified with a serial number on the back panel or the bottom plate of each unit. This number is required to validate your warranty, please reference if service is required.