True P-SOLO Operation Manual

Single-channel precision microphone preamplifier with direct instrument input

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P-SOLO
SINGLE-CHANNEL PRECISION MICROPHONE PREAMPLIFIER
with Direct Instrument Input

OPERATION MANUAL

Version 1.2

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  • Page 1: Operation Manual

    TRUE systems P-SOLO SINGLE-CHANNEL PRECISION MICROPHONE PREAMPLIFIER with Direct Instrument Input OPERATION MANUAL Version 1.2...
  • Page 2: Safety And Operating Precautions

    See section on “AC Mains Connection” for instructions on selecting the proper AC voltage setting. If you are unsure about this, contact your dealer or TRUE Systems. Product failure caused by improper voltage setting will not be covered under warranty.
  • Page 3: Certifications

    Design Inc., 1630 S. Research Loop, Suite 150, Tucson, Arizona 85710, USA. Owner’s Record We recommend that you record the following information for reference in the event that you need to contact TRUE Systems for technical support or repairs. Please return your completed Warranty Card today. Serial No._____________________...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    P-SOLO OPERATION MANUAL CONTENTS SAFETY and OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ....…………..…..2 CERTIFICATIONS …..…………………………………………………………...3 Owner’s Record ………………………………………………………………….3 Table of Contents ……………………………………………………………….4 INTRODUCTION …...............…………..5 PRODUCT OVERVIEW …..............……..5 UP-AND-RUNNING IN A HURRY ..........……….5 INSTALLATION ................……………6 Unpacking and Inspection………………………………………………..6 Mounting……………………………………………………………………..6 OPERATION ..................………..7 Connections………………………………..……………………………….7 AC Mains Connection……………………………………………….7 Microphone Connection…………………………………………….8...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    6. Turn on the AC power. 7. Select 48V as appropriate for the microphone you are using. 8. Adjust GAIN control for adequate signal level as indicated on the P-SOLO level indicators or on the level indicators of the device to which it is connected.
  • Page 6: Installation

    2” beyond the extremities of the P-SOLO enclosure. Mounting The P-SOLO is designed for placement on your desktop, or any convenient flat surface. It’s light weight and compact enclosure make it easy to carry by hand or in your gig bag.
  • Page 7: Operation

    Balanced RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Mic In DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OVRIR XLR Out TRUE Systems P-SOLO RoHS 2002/95/EC Fuse Drawer BALANCED TRS Out SUNRISE ENGINEERING AND DESIGN INC. Voltage Selector TUCSON, ARIZONA U.S.A.
  • Page 8: Microphone Connection

     Pin 3 is negative (-)  Pin 1 is shield Do not attempt to connect unbalanced microphones to the P-SOLO. It is not intended to operate with this type of microphone. CAUTION: We recommend that you avoid “hot-patching” the microphone input if using a patch bay at the microphone input of the P-SOLO.
  • Page 9: Front Panel Controls

    INP ATTEN mode. The GAIN Control will “click” into this position as the knob is turned fully counterclockwise. In the INP ATTEN mode, the P-SOLO is set to a fixed gain of about 6dB. The INP ATTEN mode affects both mic and instrument inputs.
  • Page 10: Instrument Input (Di)

     OL illuminates when the signal level exceeds +26 dBu, which is 5 dB below the overload point for the P-SOLO *.  .Note that the overload level of the P-SOLO is +31dBu at the output*. This level exceeds the input capability of some devices (check manufacturer’s specifications).
  • Page 11: Design Approach

    The totally balanced, dual servo, dc-coupled design provides exceptional transient response, headroom, imaging and noise performance. Military grade, hand-matched components are utilized in critical circuit areas. These design features result in the transparent, detailed sound quality for which TRUE preamps have become known. SPECIFICATIONS Gain, preamp: 15.5 to 64dB or 6dB (INP ATTEN mode)
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    P-SOLO OPERATION MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING Solution Symptom  Check AC power source and cord. No signal output. Main power switch  Check fuses (open fuse drawer, remove fuse is on, but no LED’s are illuminated. holder, inspect fuses)  Check status of phantom power.
  • Page 13: Registration And Warranty

    OPERATION MANUAL REGISTRATION and WARRANTY Don’t forget to register your P-SOLO by filling out the enclosed Registration Card and returning it to us. This allows TRUE Systems to contact you regarding any updates, upgrades or applications information that may become available.
  • Page 14 Many of the electronic components are selected and matched at the factory. For this reason, as well as personal safety considerations, we recommend that you refer servicing to TRUE Systems. If you choose to have repairs performed by other qualified service personnel, we recommend they contact us prior to performing repairs.

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