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Summary of Contents for Gato Audio PPA-1
- Page 1 User Manual PPA-1 Phono Preamplifier...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Package Contents Safety First! About the PPA-1 General Design Current Mode MC Voltage Mode MM Dedicated Headphone Amplifi er Setting Up Your PPA-1 Basic connection Connecting (Multiple) Turntables Connecting Headphones How Does it Work? Capacitance Selection Input Selection Power On & Standby Subsonic Filter Enabling &... -
Page 4: Don't Be A Stranger
Don’t Be a Stranger Package Contents Thank you for purchasing the Gato Audio PPA-1 Phono Preamplifi er. We are absolutely Please check that the following is included in the package: confi dent that it will bring you many hours of listening pleasure. -
Page 5: Safety First
• Do not spray any liquid directly onto the preamplifi er • Do not place liquid containers above or near the preamplifi er • Keep liquids away from the preamplifi er Input 100 mm / 4” 100 mm / 4” Standby Cartridge PPA-1... -
Page 6: About The Ppa-1
General Design Basic connection The PPA-1 is a sophisticated phono stage with a built in headphone amplifi er, designed Follow these steps for setting up your system in this sequence: with maximum sonic performance and fl exibility in mind. The Preamplifi er features two 1. - Page 7 Capacitance Turntable Input Headphone Subsonic Filter Gain Selection Selection Volume Selection Selection Input Standby Cartridge PPA-1 Standby 6.3mm Headphone MM/MC Selection Output Turntable Turntable Turntable Mains Mains Fuse Input 1 Ground Input 2 Socket Switch Compartment Input 1 Ground Input 2...
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Page 8: How Does It Work
Only the microprocessor and the standby LED are powered during standby. Therefore, the PPA-1 has an ultra-low standby power consumption of less than 1W. Activate the preamplifi er by pressing On on the remote control or the Standby button on the front panel. -
Page 9: Subsonic Filter
Turn it to Off use the remote control. to deactiveate it. Cartridge Type Selection The PPA-1 supports both Moving Magnet and Moving Coil type cartridges. Select your cartridge type by pressing the cartridge button. Cartridge Enabling & Adjusting Headphone Volume The volume knob controls both the volume of the headphone amplifi er and switches the outputs between the line outputs and the headphone. -
Page 12: Rc-6 Remote Control
RC-6 Remote Control The RC-6 is an infrared remote control for the Gato Audio PPA-1. How to insert/replace the battery The RC-6 runs on a standard CR2032 3 V button battery. 1. Remove the small lid on the bottom side of the remote 2. -
Page 13: Troubleshooting
• Check the mains fuse in the small compartment above the mains socket. is an MM or MC cartridge and adjust the setting of the PPA-1 accordingly. • Check and adjust the gain setting on the PPA-1 to desired output level. +15dB is available for very low output cartridges. -
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 preamplifi er. Here are a few guidelines: • Regular care: Wipe the surfaces carefully by using a clean soft dry cloth •... -
Page 15: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Size & Power Maximum Output Level Unbalanced: 6 V RMS, Balanced: 12 V RMS Gain (0 Db) 1 KHz MM: 40 dB MC: 60 dB (depending on cartridge impedance) 115 VAC or 230 VAC, 50 Hz/60 Hz Power Requirements Gain Adjust 0 dB, +3 dB, +6 dB, +9 dB, +12 dB, +15 dB Fuse... - Page 16 Mains Gato Audio Marielundvej 28 2730 Herlev Denmark Phone: +45 9390 8545 www.gato-audio.com hello@gato-audio.com...
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