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Stylish The Perreaux “Silhouette” series takes you even closer to the elusive goal of “The Perfect Re-Creation of a Musical Event”. From all of us at Perreaux Industries Limited, thank you for choosing the Perreaux Silhouette Series SX25 Power Amplifier.
NEVER operate the SX25 with the cover removed. NEVER use any liquid inside the SX25. NEVER bypass any fuse. NEVER attempt to repair the SX25. In the event of a problem, please contact your Perreaux dealer. NEVER expose the SX25 to extremely high or low temperatures.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com iii iii iii iii Table of Contents i i i i Introducing the Perreaux Silhouette Series ........3 ii ii ii ii Important Safety Instructions ............. 4 iii iii iii iii Table of Contents .................. 5 1 1 1 1 Unpacking and Placement ..............
Please do not mount the SX25 directly onto carpeted surfaces. In the event that the SX25 is to be incorporated into custom cabinetry, please refer to the dimensional information provided in the Physical Dimensions section of the manual (Chapter 12).
DO NOT place on a carpeted floor or cover the amplifier! Place the SX25 close or near the source component in order to make as short a connection as possible. Turn off associated components This minimises the potential to damage any other components when connecting your SX25 into the system.
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Never attempt to connect the unit to the incorrect voltage. Insert the power cord supplied into the rear of the SX25 and into the wall. Switch on the socket at the wall and turn on the power of the SX25 by setting the power switch down.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 3 3 3 3 Front Panel Functions Power LED This blue LED indicates the power status of your SX25 Power Amplifier.
SX25 to the positive terminal of the loudspeaker and negative terminal of the SX25 to the negative terminal of the loudspeaker. Caution! Never connect the amplifier’s output terminals to any device other than a loudspeaker.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Serial Number/Voltage Label The serial number is unique to your SX25. Please record this number and store it in a safe place. For any service related enquiry, please be prepared to quote the product serial number to Perreaux personnel or their service representative.
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.
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All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com 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.
Capable of continuously delivering 25w per channel into an 8Ω Performance load and 35W into 4Ω, the SX25 is powerful for its small stature. When correctly matched to loudspeakers, the SX25 will deliver unsurpassed performance in its class and will effortlessly drive a vast array of smaller loudspeakers with the control and authority that people have come to expect from Perreaux products.
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Input Stage Utilising a stable current source, along with accurate current mirroring circuitry, the input stage of the SX25, in combination with the overall circuit topology, provides precise detail resolution and definitive sonic transparency.
Front Panel The SX25 front panel features a high quality electroplate finish. Over time the surface may retain finger marks and may need to be cleaned to restore it to original condition.
Warranty days) from the date of purchase. To extend the warranty of the Perreaux SX25 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...
9 9 9 9 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: +64 3 489 2976 Mail: Perreaux Industries Ltd...
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Troubleshooting Guide Please use this guide if you are experiencing any problems with the SX25 in your system. It will provide possible solutions for some given symptoms. There is no SX25 not turned on output from Make sure the SX25 power switch is in the DOWN position.
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SX25. SX25 is close to external interference Check the proximity of your SX25 to any possible source of EMI and/or RF interference, for example computers, televisions, amplifiers, speakers, etc. Ideally the SX25 should be placed as...
All technical measurements must be subject to qualitative as well as quantitative interpretation. Measurements of the SX25 reveal excellent results by any standards. Tested at 115V and 230V after a 10 minute warm up period. Specifications Rated Power Output ......25W...
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The Rated Output does not indicate the full capability of the SX25. Voltage Swing ..............55.2V Loud transients call for a sudden burst of power from the amplifier to drive the speakers.
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........100dB unweighted ) The ratio of desired signal to noise signals in the output. Perreaux engineers have designed the SX25 to maintain a low noise floor. Dynamic Headroom ............. >2.0dB This indicates the SX25 can provide more than enough extra power to cope with the sharpest musical transients.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Contact Details For more information please contact your Perreaux dealer, or contact: Perreaux Industries Ltd PO Box 305 Mosgiel Dunedin 9053 New Zealand +64 3 489 2975 Fax: +64 3 489 2976 E-mail: info@perreaux.com...
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