Krell Industries Phantom III Quick Setup Manual

Connecting the
Position the preamplifier where you intend to use it in your system.
Phantom III
1. Neatly arrange and organize wiring to and from the preamplifier and all compo-
to Your System
nents. Separate the AC wires from any audio cables to prevent hum or other
unwanted noise from being introduced into the system.
Krell recommends using bal-
2. Connect the outputs of your source equipment to the appropriate balanced
anced interconnect cables.
(11), or single-ended inputs (12) on the Phantom III.
Balanced interconnect cables
not only can minimize sonic 3. Connect the main outputs (13) on the Phantom III to your amplifier's inputs.
loss but are also immune to
induced noise, especially with
4. Connect the supplied AC power cord to the IEC power cord receptacle (17)
installations using long cables.
of the preamplifier.
Balanced connections have
5. Plug the other end of the AC power cord into AC power and turn on the rear
6 dB more gain than single-
power switch. The display (3) shows
ended connections. When level
stand-by/power LED (4) illuminates red, indicating that the Phantom III is in
matching is critical, keep this
stand-by mode. When the display shuts off, the Phantom III is ready to be pow-
gain value in mind.
ered on.
Note
Use only the power cord provided with the Phantom III to make the connection to AC power.
Operation with a power cord other than the one supplied by Krell can induce noise, limit cur-
rent, or otherwise impair the ability of the preamplifier to perform optimally.
Operating the
Phantom III
After the Phantom III is connected to your system and to AC power you may begin
operation:
1. Press the power button (1) on the front panel, or the remote control power key.
The standby/power LED turns blue. The display shows the factory default input:
, and level:
S-1 000
2. With the preamplifier output muted, or the volume fully attenuated, select a
source manually using the front panel input select buttons (5 or 6) or the remote
input select keys. Start playing the source. Use the level control knob (10) or the
remote level keys to set the volume to a comfortable level.
3. To return the preamplifier to the stand-by mode, press the power button (1)
or remote power key. (We recommend leaving the Phantom III in the stand-by
mode when it is not playing music.)
Channel Balance
Adjustment
The balance function allows adjustment of the left and right balance. The options
are:
CENTER, L .5-5 dB <, R .5-5 dB >.
these adjustments. For front panel adjustment follow the steps listed below.
1. Press the preamplifier menu button (9), then use the level control knob, or the
remote control up and down keys to select:
2. Press the enter button (8) or remote enter key. The display shows the default
mode:
CENTER.
3. Use the level control knob, or the up and down keys, to select the desired bal-
ance option from 0 to +5 dB in .5 dB increments, left or right.
4. Press the enter button or key to confirm the selection. The display reads:
BALANCE.
5. Press the menu button to exit the menu.
Phantom III Preamplifier
MODEL
4 Krell Phantom III Krell Industries, LLC., 45 Connair Road,Orange, CT 06477-3650 USA
TEL 203-298-4000, FAX 203-891-2028, E-MAIL krell@krellonline.com
WEB SITE http://www.krellonline.com
, and the
PHANTOM III SOFTWARE VERSION
. The Phantom III is now in the operational mode.
The remote control has direct keys (D) to make
BALANCE.
SERIAL NUMBER
KRELL
THE LEADER IN AUDIO ENGINEERING
Getting Started
Thank you for your purchase of the Krell Phantom III Stereo Preamplifier. The Phantom
III features Krell Current Mode circuit topologies, balanced technology, and a robust
power supply for exceptional audio performance. The Phantom III preamplifier is the
The owner's reference for this
product, including a detailed first Krell preamplifier to include an optional digital input module. It is also the first
description of features, technolo-
Krell preamplifier to include a headphone output. A thoughtful suite of menu options
gies, and warranty is available on
ensures that the Phantom III can be customized for the greatest ease of operation.
the web at: www.krellonline.com
Overview The preamplifier's front panel provides power, input selection, level control, menu
functions, and status display. The rear panel allows connection to audio sources,
power amplifiers, AC power, and other system components.
The remote control provides power, preamplifier, level control, navigation and
customization functions, CD and DVD player controls and menu configuration.
Do not place the preamplifier where it could be exposed to dripping or splashing.
WARNINGS
Do not remove or bypass the ground pin on the end of the AC cord. This may cause radio fre-
quency interference (RFI) to be introduced into your playback system.
The ventilation slots on the top and bottom of the preamplifier must be unobstructed at all
This product complies with the
times during operation. Do not place flammable material on top of or beneath the component.
EMC directive (89/336/EEC)
Turn off all systems' power before connecting the preamplifier to any component.
and the low-voltage directive
Make sure all cable terminations are of the highest quality, free from frayed ends, short circuits,
(73/23/EEC).
or cold solder joints.
This CLASS 1 apparatus must
be connected to a MAINS
THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE ANY KRELL PRODUCT
socket outlet with a protective
earthing connection.
Unpacking
1. Open the shipping box and remove the top layer of foam. You will see these
items:
Note
1 Preamplifier chassis
1 IEC connector (AC power) cord
Save all packing materials. If you
1 Remote control
need to ship the Phantom III in
the future, repack the unit in its
2. Carefully remove all items from the shipping box.
original packaging to prevent
shipping damage.
3. Place the preamplifier in a safe location and remove the protective plastic wrap-
ping.
Placement We recommend that you place the preamplifier on a firm, level surface, away from
excessive heat, humidity, or moisture. The preamplifier requires at least two inches
(5 cm) of clearance on each side and at least two inches (5 cm) of clearance above
to provide adequate ventilation. Installations inside cabinetry may need extra venti-
lation.
AC POWER GUIDELINES The Phantom III preamplifier has superb regulation and does not require a dedi-
cated AC circuit. Avoid connections through extension cords or multiple AC adapt-
ers. High quality 15 amp AC strips are acceptable. The use of AC line conditioning
devices is not recommended. The features provided by these devices are already
on board the Phantom III.
Phantom III
Stereo Preamplifier
QUICK SETUP GUIDE
2 AAA remote batteries
1 T-10 Torx wrench for remote
1 Quick Setup Guide
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