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Model 1501 Stereo Preamplifier User Manual Welcome to Ovation High Fidelity. Thank you for purchasing this Ovation High Fidelity product. Every effort has been taken during the design, engineering and manufacture of this product to ensure the highest levels of craftsmanship and quality so that you will have many years of trouble free operation and musical enjoyment.
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• The costs of returning the product back to the company under the 30 day money back guarantee are for the account of the purchaser. The Ovation High Fidelity Company reserves the right to modify and/or make technical and/or design changes to the design of its products without obligation to prior purchasers w w w .
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You may not place any Ovation High Fidelity product on a carpet as this will obstruct airflow and can lead to overheating. Make sure that where the product is located, no liquids or any other foreign objects can enter the unit through the ventilation holes.
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There are lethal mains voltages inside the unit. DO NOT open the product under any circumstances - If faulty, refer it back to Ovation High Fidelity if still within the warranty period or to a qualified, authorized service engineer if not.
Model 1501 Stereo Preamplifier User Manual Front Panel Controls IR Receiver Output Mute Tape Headphone Volume Input Select and Monitor/ Socket Adjust Power ON/OFF. Record Loop Depress and then release to power up or power down Rear Panel Power Switch and...
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ON and the red pilot Connecting Signal Sources to your Model 1501 Preamplifier light illuminated The figure above shows how to connect the model 1501 Preamplifier to source equipment and your power amplifier We recommend any of Ovation High Fidelity’s Power Amplifiers for use with the Model 1501 –...
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Model 1501 Stereo Preamplifier User Manual Selecting a Source To select a source, simply rotate the SELECT dial either clockwise or anti- clockwise. The green LED associated with the selected source will illuminate. Adjusting the Volume The VOLUME control is located on the RHS of the front panel. Rotate it clockwise to increase the volume and anti-clockwise to decrease the volume.
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Model 1501 Stereo Preamplifier User Manual Using the Phono Rumble Filter When selected, the phono rumble filter sharply reduces the output below 20 Hz, thereby attenuating disc warp, turntable motor noise and other extraneous low frequency sounds that are not part of the program material.
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Model 1501 Stereo Preamplifier User Manual Using the Model 100 Remote Control Follow the instructions on the graphic below The RED LED will illuminate when transmitting a command Depress and then release this RED button to alternately power-up the preamplifier or place...
Model 1501 Stereo Preamplifier User Manual Changing the batteries on the Model 100 Remote Control The batteries in the Model 100 Remote control will typically last from between 6 and 12 months, depending upon usage. When your preamplifier no longer responds to the remote control, or the functions operate erratically, the batteries must be replaced.
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Important! Always unplug the unit from the mains before attempting to replace the fuse! Use a flat bladed screw driver to lever open the fuse drawer Replace the Model 1501 fuse with the ratings as indicated below Mains Voltage Fuse Rating Fuse Type ‘T’...
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ON and then retry the remote control If your unit is still not working correctly, kindly contact your dealer or Ovation High Fidelity via the ‘Contact’ page at www.ovationhifidelity.com w w w . o v a t i o n h i f i d e l i t y . c o m...
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Model 1501 Stereo Preamplifier User Manual Glossary – Some General Terms Alternating Current – the type of supply used in normal house wiring and to power consumer appliances like TV’s, washing machines and high fidelity systems Analog to Digital – an electronic technique whereby an analog signal is sampled at short, regular intervals and the...
Model 1501 Stereo Preamplifier User Manual Specifications Model 1501 Stereo Line Preamplifier General Description Microprocessor controlled ultra-low distortion, low noise, solid state stereo preamplifier featuring 6 selectable inputs, including an RIAA phono stage and integrated headphone amplifier. Balanced and single ended outputs. Microprocessor controlled relays for input selection, power up/down and mute control.
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Model 1501 Stereo Preamplifier User Manual Owners Information Date of Purchase Date of Warranty Registration Dealer Serial Number We recommend you staple your purchase invoice to the inside back page of this manual for safekeeping as proof of purchase. w w w . o v a t i o n h i f i d e l i t y . c o m...
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Model 1501 Stereo Preamplifier User Manual The Ovation High Fidelity Company Norfolk, England www.ovationhifidelity.com Office: +44(0) 1362 853 635 Mobile: +44(0) 7496230 414 Email: contact@ovationhifidelity.com w w w . o v a t i o n h i f i d e l i t y . c o m...
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