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- Page 1 PRD-3S Preamplifier/DAC User Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Gato Audio PRD-3S - Premplifier/DAC Contents 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... -
Page 3: 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: • Insert the mains plug fully into the mains outlet socket • Do not use any mains cable other than the one provided with this preamplifi er • Do not defeat the ground connection •... -
Page 5: About The Preamplifier
A super-gentle embrace of the delicate analogue signals is important for the total performance of the preamplifi er. At Gato Audio we have utilized our many years of experience in “voicing” analogue amplifi ers to make this particular stage perform at its very best. -
Page 6: Setting Up Your Preamplifier
Gato Audio PRD-3S - Premplifier/DAC 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. -
Page 7: Connecting To A Bluetooth Device
Before connecting the PRD-3S to a Bluetooth device, you will need to mount the antenna to the back of the preamplifi er. Then go to the settings of the Bluetooth device and connect to “Gato Audio PRD-3S”. To switch a connected device to another, either go to the Bluetooth settings of the connected device and disconnect the preamplifi er or press the BT Connect button on the back of the PRD-3S. -
Page 8: How Does It Work
Gato Audio PRD-3S - Premplifier/DAC How does it work? Power on Use the mains switch on the back of the preamplifi er to turn it on. The preamplifi er is now in standby mode. Only the microprocessor and the standby LED are powered during standby. -
Page 9: Direct
User Manual Direct The Direct function bypasses the volume control turning this preamplifi er into a fi xed level preamplifi er. This can be very useful in surround setups. To activate this mode, select input IN1 Standby Input and press and hold the Input button on the front panel of the preamplifi er for 4 seconds. The left PRD-3S display will read HT. -
Page 10: Rc-3 Remote Control
Gato Audio PRD-3S - Premplifier/DAC RC-3 remote control The RC-3 is an infrared remote control for the Gato Audio PRD-3S. How to insert/replace the battery The RC-3 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. A CD-ROM with a USB driver is supplied with the PRD-3S, but we recommend to go online to www.gato-audio.com and download the latest driver for your specifi c Windows version. -
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...