Gato Audio PRD-3S User Manual
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  • Page 1 PRD-3S Preamplifier/DAC User Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Gato Audio PRD-3S - Premplifier/DAC Contents Don’t be a stranger Package contents Safety fi rst! About the preamplifi er General design Analogue Input Stage D/A Converter USB Versatility Connectivity LED Display Setting up your preamplifi er Basic connection Overview Connecting to a Bluetooth device...
  • Page 3: Don't Be A Stranger

    Don’t be a stranger Thank you for purchasing the Gato Audio PRD-3S. We are absolutely confi dent that it will bring you many hours of listening pleasure. We hereby cordially invite you to join the Gato Audio family by registering your product online. You may also consider signing up for our newsletter to receive information about exciting new products, events and technical updates.
  • Page 4: Safety First

    Gato Audio PRD-3S - Premplifier/DAC Safety first! Mains plug and cable: • Only use mains cables that adheres to safety standards - like the one included with this amplifi er • Insert the mains plug fully into the mains outlet socket •...
  • Page 5: About The Preamplifier

    Connectivity We had our eye on versatility and connectivity when designing this preamplifi er. The PRD-3S off ers not only a wide range of digital and analogue inputs, but also line outputs, a trigger signal for external power amplifi ers, and a confi gurable home theater input. The HT input can turn the preamplifi er into a fi xed level preamplifi er for use in a surround setup, without compromising the sonic performance.
  • Page 6: Setting Up Your Preamplifier

    Basic connection Follow these steps for setting up your system in this sequence: 1. Place the PRD-3S as per the instructions on page 4 2. Connect inputs and outputs to the preamplifi er 3. Connect mains power cable to the preamplifi er and turn it on 4.
  • Page 7: Connecting To A Bluetooth Device

    Connecting an Apple iPhone to USB Like the Apple iPad it is possible to stream music from an iPhone to the USB port of the PRD-3S. The procedure is exactly the same as for the iPad, however it is only possible for iPhones with IOS 7 and later.
  • Page 8: How Does It Work

    Press either of the buttons again to exit display dimming mode. Sample rate read-out The PRD-3S can read and display the sample rate of the USB, RCA, OPT, BT and NET digital input channels. The PRD-3S can be set to display this in two diff erent ways:...
  • Page 9: Direct

    Home Theater direct To disable the function, press and hold the Input button on the front panel of the preamplifi er for 4 seconds. The preamplifi er remembers this setting in standby mode and when the PRD-3S is switched off .
  • Page 10: Rc-5 Remote Control

    Gato Audio PRD-3S - Premplifier/DAC RC-5 remote control The RC-5 is an infrared remote control for the Gato Audio PRD-3S. How to insert/replace the battery The RC-5 runs on a standard CR2032 3 V button battery. 1. Remove the small lid on the bottom side of the remote 2.
  • Page 11: Installing Usb Driver

    Windows PC Installation and Set-Up Before you are able to stream audio from USB on your Windows PC the fi rst time, you will have to install the Gato Audio USB driver. You can fi nd the latest driver online at www.gato-audio.com/downloads.
  • Page 12: Mac Installation And Set-Up

    Gato Audio PRD-3S - Premplifier/DAC After the installation, follow these steps to setup Windows to stream to your Gato Audio device: Click Start  open Control panel  Select Hardware & sound  click on Sound Select Gato Audio PRD-3 as...
  • Page 13: Usb Audio Troubleshooting

    User Manual USB audio troubleshooting USB audio devices have stronger requirements for both USB hardware and software than other USB devices. The following section describes the most common issues that may rise and their possible solutions. Known hardware issues and possible solutions A faulty hardware component, e.g.
  • Page 14: Make It Last

    Make it last! Please apply simple common sense to maintain the sound quality and lifespan of your new Gato Audio amplifi er. Here are a few guidelines: • Regular care: wipe the surfaces carefully by using a clean soft dry cloth •...
  • Page 15: Technical Specifications

    User Manual Technical specifications Frequency response 20 Hz-100 kHz - 0.5 dB Signal to noise ratio > 110 dB Line out maximum level 13 V balanced, 6,5 V unbalanced Total Harmonic Distortion < 0,001 % pre out Input impedance 20 kΩ RCA or 40 kΩ Balanced Line output impedance 75 Ω...
  • Page 16 Gato Audio Marielundvej 28 DK-2730 Herlev Denmark Phone: +45 4095 2205 www.gato-audio.com hello@gato-audio.com...

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