3803 break in period (1 Viewer)

[Jon Duke]

I'm picking up my new 3803 tonight. Any tips for breaking in this beauty? I had planned on running the receiver with the TV for a couple days straight. Would this be the best way to go?

 

[BrianJ>Y]

I highly doubt receivers break in. Do whatever you like though, just don't stress over it. Enjoy your new toy!

-Brian

 

[Jack Briggs]

Receivers do not require breaking in. After thirty minutes (or less) of being switched on, they reach proper operating temperatures and that's that. Look at this way: If a piece of electronic gear (receiver, preamp, power amp, tuner, etc.) did require a break-in period, then it wasn't properly designed.

 

[Jon Duke]

Thanks Brian and Jack...

That makes sense to me... Looks like I have SPL meter fun ahead of me tonight!

 

[Chu Gai]

I concur with Mr. Briggs. I would though, leave the unit on for a while and make sure that all the features on it work. For example, if you're thinking at some point of using the unit as a pre/pro, see if you can borrow an amp to ensure there aren't any issues.