1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Perreaux Manuals
  4. Amplifier
  5. SM6/P
  6. Owner's manual

Perreaux SM6/P Owner's Manual

Dual channel preamplifier
Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

SM6/P
SM6/P
SM6/P
SM6/P
Dual Channel Preamplifier
Owners Manual

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the SM6/P and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for Perreaux SM6/P

Summary of Contents for Perreaux SM6/P

  • Page 1 SM6/P SM6/P SM6/P SM6/P Dual Channel Preamplifier Owners Manual...
  • Page 2 No licenses to patents or other intellectual property of Perreaux are granted by the Company in connection with the sale of Perreaux products, expressly or by implication.
  • Page 3 This page has intentionally been left blank.

  • Page 4: Introducing The Perreaux Sm6 Preamplifier

    We maintain the human-link throughout, from design and construction, through to the ultimate test, your music, your system, your ears. Because we too listen to our products, we know that with your Perreaux you will discover many more of the musical secrets we strive to reveal.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Avoid operating the SM6 with the cover removed. DO NOT bypass any fuse. DO NOT attempt to repair the SM6. In the event of a problem, please contact your Perreaux dealer. DO NOT operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Introducing the Perreaux SM6 Preamplifier ... 4 ii ii ii ii Important Safety Instructions... 5 iii iii iii iii Table of Contents... 6 1 1 1 1 Unpacking and Placement... 7 2 2 2 2 Instant Install ...

  • Page 7: Unpacking And Placement

    Please retain all packaging material for future transport. 1 x SM6 Preamplifier Contents 1 x SM6 Product manual 1 x Perreaux remote control 2 x AAA batteries 1 x Detachable AC power cord Placing The SM6 should generally be placed close to your amplifier, keeping the Your SM6 interconnect cabling short.

  • Page 8: Instant Install

    2 2 2 2 If you are like us, the first thing you will want to do is to play your favourite piece of music through your new SM6. The following instructions are written to enable you to achieve this as quickly as possible. These are not comprehensive instructions, but are designed to enable you to play music now! Note: Please take the time to read the SM6 manual thoroughly as it...
  • Page 9 Test for undesirable noises Without any program source material, slowly increase the SM6 volume listening for any undesirable noises. After establishing that there are no problems, return the SM6 volume level back to zero. Play your source material Start your source material playing. Increase the volume Slowly increase the volume on the SM6 to achieve a comfortable listening level.

  • Page 10: Front Panel Functions

    3 3 3 3 Volume Control When depressed, these buttons will alter the volume setting. adjustment range is 00 – 59. Alphanumeric Display The display will illuminate when the power is turned on at the mains power switch or when various remote or front panel adjustments are made. At turn-on, the display will illuminate with 00 and default to the CD input.

  • Page 11: Rear Panel Functions

    4 4 4 4 Caution! Observe precautions regarding volume control settings. Please make all changes at minimum volume setting. Only increase the volume after the connections have been made. Balanced CD Inputs Accepts a signal from a CD player with balanced outputs via high quality XLR connectors.
  • Page 12 Note: The position of the Balanced CD Input switch has no bearing on the balanced output, it only selects which CD input to use. Set the balanced CD input switch to ON only when using the balanced CD input..Refer to Chapter 13 “Specifications”, for detail on input sensitivity and impedance.
  • Page 13 If you require the voltage setting to be altered, e.g. relocation to another area, city or country, or extraordinarily high or low voltages, please contact your Perreaux dealer. Qualified service personnel can only perform this modification. Caution! Never attempt to connect the unit to the incorrect voltage.
  • Page 14 Remember, fuses do not usually blow without a reason. Any doubts about fuse failure should be conveyed directly to your Perreaux dealer. For more information on fuse ratings, please refer to Chapter 13 “Specifications”.

  • Page 15: Remote Control Functions

    5 5 5 5 The SM6 comes supplied with a 29 button Perreaux Universal infrared remote control. The remote control uses 2 x AAA batteries and may be changed by sliding forward the plastic cover located on the bottom of the remote.
  • Page 16 Note: Balance settings are not stored, should the SM6 be turned off at the mains power switch. Tuner Source Select Depressing this control selects the Tuner source input and the relevant code-set. The Tuner input is indicated by “TU” on the display of the SM6. Compact Disc Source Select Depressing this control selects the Compact Disc source input and the relevant code-set.

  • Page 17: Special Design Philosophies

    Today’s Perreaux range comes closer to fulfilling our shared vision than at any other time in the past.
  • Page 18 “Form and function” are both tough masters. That is why our amplifier heat sinks are not hidden, but instead feature prominently in all our designs. We make no excuses for producing some of the most distinctive high-end audio products on the planet. We let “form and function” blend together in perfect harmony.

  • Page 19: Special Design Features

    7 7 7 7 Rugged Build Mechanical strength has been a hallmark of Perreaux products since the Quality company first started production back in 1974. The concept behind the physical design and construction is that each structural member should contribute to both rigidity and performance.

  • Page 20: Maximising System Potential

    Bi-amping can achieve greater control, dynamics and resolution than if you try to run everything from a single stereo amplifier. Balanced The use of the balanced signal inputs and outputs can have the effect of cleaning...
  • Page 21 8Ω amplifier. Note: 100 Watts is twice as loud as 10 Watts, not ten times as loud. Perreaux equipment is designed with substantial headroom built in – that is, the reserve necessary to reproduce musical peaks without clipping. Final...

  • Page 22: Care And Maintenance

    9 9 9 9 The SM6 has been designed to provide many years of trouble free enjoyment. It is important to keep the exterior of the unit clean. Note: Please switch the unit off and remove the cord-set from the rear of the amplifier before attempting to clean your SM6 in the manner described below.

  • Page 23: Warranty Information And Obtaining Service

    (365) days from the date of purchase from an authorised dealer or distributor. 5 Year To extend the warranty on your Perreaux SM6 to five (5) years from date of Extended purchase, please return a fully completed warranty registration form along with a...

  • Page 24: Extended Warranty Registration Form

    Please complete this form and either fax, mail or scan and e-mail it to Perreaux Industries Ltd. Fax: +64 9 815 5981 Mail: Perreaux Industries Ltd PO Box 47 413 Ponsonby Auckland New Zealand E-mail: info@perreaux.com Alternatively, complete the online Warranty Registration Form on our website –...

  • Page 25: Faultfinding Your System

    Perreaux products used with equipment manufactured by other manufacturers may cause an earth loop situation, but Perreaux products used with other Perreaux products will not cause an earth loop situation provided the following precautions are observed: The entire hi-fi system must be connected to the same mains/line power outlet.
  • Page 26 When a piece of equipment is supplied with a three pin mains/line supply lead all three pins must be connected in the correct fashion - see your dealer if in doubt. Check all interconnecting signal leads for good connections, both internal connections and firm contact with the sockets.
  • Page 27 Step 1 – Loudspeakers Change the loudspeaker leads from one loudspeaker to the other. If the fault remains in loudspeaker ‘A’, then loudspeaker ‘A’ is at fault, go no further. If the fault now appears in loudspeaker ‘B’ then the problem lies further up the line.
  • Page 28 This information will assist your Perreaux dealer or service person when or if any service is required. If the apparent fault is noise in one or both channels and has been localised to the amplifier, it will be necessary to determine whether or not the noise increases with the volume control;...
  • Page 29 Faultfinding Flowchart Fault in loudspeaker A Swap loudspeaker connections Fault in Loudspeaker A loudspeaker at fault Swap amplifier outputs Fault in Loudspeaker loudspeaker cable at fault Restore speaker cables to original connections Swap amplifier source input channels Fault in Loudspeaker loudspeaker cable at fault Swap source...

  • Page 30: Specifications

    The SM6 specifications are detailed in brief and then subsequently in more detail. In the detailed version, we attempt to explain the significance of each specification. The correlation between published specifications and sonic quality can be unreliable. measurements must be subject to qualitative as well as quantitative interpretation.
  • Page 31 By using a truly balanced circuit topology throughout the SM6 and maintaining Class A operation at all stages, Perreaux engineers have kept this figure to a minimum.
  • Page 32 Frequency Response ... 10Hz to 60kHz, +0dB –0.15dB This is the “standard” specification with which everyone is familiar. Actually, “frequency response” is a misnomer: technically, it should be called “amplitude response versus frequency” for it describes how uniform the amplitude or strength of signals of various frequencies is maintained.

  • Page 33: Physical Dimensions

    Physical Dimensions...

  • Page 34: Contact Details

    For more information please contact your Perreaux dealer, or contact: Perreaux Industries Ltd PO Box 47 413 Ponsonby Auckland New Zealand Ph: +64 9 815-5452 Fax: +64 9 815-5981 E-mail: info@perreaux.com Internet: www.perreaux.com Contact Details...

  • Page 35: Installation Notes

    Installation Notes...

Table of Contents