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- Page 1 Silhouette SXV1 SXV1 Phono Preamplifier Module Owners Manual...
- Page 2 Perreaux Industries Limited makes no warranty for the use of its products, other than those expressly contained in the warranty detailed herein. The Company assumes no responsibility for any errors which may appear in this document, reserves the right to change products or specifications detailed herein at any time without notice, and does not make any commitment to update the information contained herein.
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Page 3: Introducing The Perreaux Silhouette Series
ú Stylish The Perreaux “Silhouette” series takes you even closer to the elusive goal of “The Perfect Re-Creation of a Musical From all of us at Perreaux Industries Limited, thank you for choosing the Perreaux Silhouette Series SXV1 Phono Preamplifier. -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
“Silhouette” SXV1 Phono Preamplifier. ALWAYS switch off power to your system before attempting to connect or disconnect cables. ALWAYS disconnect your system from the mains before attempting to clean your unit. ALWAYS keep electrical equipment out of reach of children. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Introducing the Perreaux Silhouette Series... 3 ii ii Important Safety Instructions ... 4 iii iii Table of Contents... 5 Unpacking and Placement ... 6 Instant Install ... 7 Rear Panel Functions... 9 Customising Your SXV1...11 Impedance Loading Table ... 12 Capacitance Loading Table... -
Page 6: Unpacking And Placement
Unpacking and Placement Unpacking The SXV1 is packaged for maximum protection. To open, sit the Procedure box upright and cut the reinforced tape at the top of the box. The product can now be removed. Pull the white polystyrene protectors off either side of the unit and remove the black material covering. -
Page 7: Instant Install
Instant Install If you are like us, the first thing you will want to do is to play your favourite piece of music through your new SXV1. 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 SXV1 manual thoroughly... - Page 8 Switch on SXV1 Insert the power cord supplied into the rear of the SXV1 and into the wall. Switch on the socket at the wall and turn on the power of the SXV1 by setting the power switch down. Caution!
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Page 9: Rear Panel Functions
Right Channel Cartridge Load Setting DIP Switch these manufacturers recommended load figure. discussion on this, please refer to Chapter 4. Right and Left Phono Inputs Input from turntable, accepts a standard unbalanced input (RCA). The left channel connection is on the right when looking from the rear, indicated by white inner ring. - Page 10 The AC cord set is removable, allowing it to be upgraded at your will. On/Off Switch When operating the switch down, power is applied to the SXV1. Serial Number/Voltage Label The serial number is unique to your SXV1. Please record this number and store it in a safe place.
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Page 11: Customising Your Sxv1
Customising Your SXV1 The Perreaux SXV1 gives you complete access to all cartridge- loading parameters for each channel via the 12-way rear mounted DIP switches. Two DIP switches are required, as Perreaux engineers have meticulously laid the internal circuitry out on the internal PCB maintaining maximum isolation between channels. -
Page 12: Impedance Loading Table
Use this table to match the impedance loading characteristics of Loading your SXV1 to that recommended by your cartridge manufacturer, Table where switch in UP position is OFF and switch in DOWN position is ON. Consult your cartridge documentation for the correct impedance figure. R Load... -
Page 13: Capacitance Loading Table
Table to suit the output voltage of the cartridge you are using, where switch in UP position is OFF and switch in DOWN position is Consult your cartridge documentation for it’s rated output voltage. Set the gain configuration where the “Sensitivity” of your SXV1 is within ±25% of your cartridge output voltage. -
Page 14: Configuration Example
(based on Sensitivity bracket of 470ìV±25% DIP Switch Setting (left channel) D D D D U U U U U D D U Note: D = switch in DOWN position, U = switch in UP position 50 -200 not stated 470µV... -
Page 15: Special Design Philosophies
Perreaux has historically embraced the minimalist ethic from an audio design perspective only. The concept of “less equating to more” has been at the heart of all Perreaux audio designs for more than a quarter of a century. Our current product offering takes the minimalist ethic to new levels by totally embracing the concept. - Page 16 Minimalist Aesthetics Our products appeal to those who seek the ultimate in audio exclusivity, namely the perfect blend of “form and function”. “Form and function” are both tough masters. We make no excuses for producing some of the most distinctive high-end audio products on the planet.
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Page 17: Special Design Features
6.0mm (0.2”) thick aluminium extrusion and finished in a special “Perreaux only” formulation of durable high quality black powder coat. The front panel also features the PERREAUX logo carved into the solid aluminium. The chassis and cover are both manufactured from heavy gauge metal. No cover fixing screws are visible. - Page 18 ±0.5dB, 20Hz-20kHz, and from 100Hz-20kHz deviation is a mere ±0.2dB. Input Stage Perreaux have utilised the CA3046 transistor array package. The main advantage of this device is that it features highly accurate gain matching on account of the reason that the transistors all share the same silicon substrate.
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Page 19: Care And Maintenance
Stubborn dirt may be removed by the application of a small quantity of isopropyl alcohol, applied directly to the cleaning cloth only, and reworking the effected area. The Perreaux SXV1 has been designed to provide many years of trouble free enjoyment. -
Page 20: Warranty Information
Warranty days) from the date of purchase. To extend the warranty of the Perreaux SXV1 to three (3) years from date of purchase, please return a fully completed warranty registration form along with a copy of the original receipt of... -
Page 21: Extended Warranty Registration Form
Please complete this form and either fax, mail or e-mail it, along with a copy of the original receipt, to Perreaux Industries Ltd. Fax: Mail: E-mail: Alternatively, complete the online Warranty Registration Form on our website – www.perreaux.com. 3 Year Extended... -
Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide
SXV1 not turned on There is no output from Make sure the SXV1 power switch is in the DOWN position. my system AC cord not plugged in Check that the AC cord is plugged into the IEC socket on the rear of the SXV1. - Page 23 Interconnect cables not connected Make sure that the input and output interconnect cables are plugged in and are connected to the respective RCA sockets on the rear of the SXV1. Cartridge not connected Confirm that the cartridge is correctly connected and fitted to the tone arm.
- Page 24 Earth loop in system If your preamplifier and/or amplifier have an earth/ground lift switch, toggle it and check which setting sounds better. The signal ground of the SXV1 is isolated from earth by default, this means that there needs to be a connection to earth elsewhere in your system to alleviate hum.
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Page 25: Specifications
The correlation between published specifications and sonic quality can be unreliable. A list of numbers reveals virtually nothing. qualitative as well as quantitative interpretation. Measurements of the SXV1 reveal excellent results by any standards. Tested at 115V and 230V after a 10 minute warm up period. Specifications Sensitivity...0.17mV to 7.6mV in Brief... - Page 26 (100’s of µV in the case of Moving Coil). This is why Perreaux engineers have designed the SXV1 to maintain a low noise floor.
- Page 27 Input Overload Margin... 18dB The amount of headroom available over and above the Rated Output. RIAA Accuracy...±0.5dB, 20Hz–20kHz This figure indicates how accurately the RIAA Equalisation circuitry follows the RIAA specification across the frequency range 20Hz to 20kHz. From 100Hz to 20kHz, the RIAA accuracy of the SXV1 is as low as ±0.2dB.
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Page 28: Contact Details
For more information please contact your Perreaux dealer, or contact: Perreaux Industries Ltd PO Box 47 413 Ponsonby Auckland New Zealand Fax: E-mail: Internet: www.perreaux.com Contact Details +64 9 815 5452 +64 9 815 5981 info@perreaux.com...
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