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ZEN
Phono
3
User
Manual_Ver1.01
User Manuals
Thank you for purchasing the Phono from the ZEN series.
The Phono 3 is a
balanced MM/MC phono stage.
Unleash the full potential of your favourite vinyl records with the ZEN Phono 3. It
boasts an intelligent subsonic filter that transforms the sound of your warped vinyl
records, a noise floor quieter than some Class A+ phono stages, providing greater
dynamic range and supports four MC/MM gain selections to ensure compatibility
with a wide range of cartridges. The ZEN Phono 3 creates a serene listening
experience that allows every musical detail to shine through.
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- Page 1 The Phono 3 is a balanced MM/MC phono stage. Unleash the full potential of your favourite vinyl records with the ZEN Phono 3. It boasts an intelligent subsonic filter that transforms the sound of your warped vinyl records, a noise floor quieter than some Class A+ phono stages, providing greater dynamic range and supports four MC/MM gain selections to ensure compatibility with a wide range of cartridges.
- Page 2 FEATURES: • Supports four MC/MM gain selections from 36dB to 72dB and four input impedance settings, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of cartridges • Features intelligent subsonic filter to intelligently remove only the ultra-low frequencies caused by warps, not by the music, unlike typical bass-reducing filters •...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1. Power switch 2. 2. MM and MC gain channel display LED 3. Load Mode Selector Switch 4. SUBSONIC Filter ON/OFF 5. Balanced 4.4mm analogue line output 6. RCA analogue line output 7. Ground 8. RCA analogue line input 9. -
Page 4: Power Switch
1. Power switch Power switch, short press to switch on/off. Note: If the device has been switched on for a period of time (≥10 min), you need to shut off the unit twice to turn it off. It only happens if the unit is on for a while. This is because the MCU will have switched out of the signal path so you get to enjoy the best sonics! 2. -
Page 5: Load Mode Selector Switch
4. SUBSONIC Filter ON/OFF This is the SUBSONIC filter switch. The iFi-designed subsonic filter will intelligently detect whether a subsonic frequency is a warp or a bass note. It will eliminate the warps and let all the bass and mid-range frequencies pass through untouched. Therefore, it will not affect the sound quality. -
Page 6: Balanced 4.4Mm Analogue Line Output
This is an analogue output via RCA > RCA or other single-ended interconnects. You can use this to connect to active speakers or amplifiers that have a volume control. 7. Ground This is the ZEN Phono 3's ground, please connect it to the turntable's grounding wire. 8. RCA analogue line input This is an analogue input. -
Page 7: Gain Channel Switch
Please adjust the gain channel switch in accordance with your preference and your turntable's specifications. 10. DC 5V Power Supply Connection The ZEN Phono 3 is powered by a 5V supply only. Please connect the ZEN Phono 3 to the enclosed power supply. - Page 8 Max.^ Output Voltage RMS: Balanced ≤19.98V RMS 100kΩ (THD + N <1%) ≤12.75V RMS 600Ω (THD + N <1%) Single-Ended ≤10.07V RMS 100kΩ (THD + N <1%) ≤7.94V RMS 600Ω (THD + N <1%) Output impedance: Balanced ≤200Ω Single-Ended ≤100Ω Input impedance: MM/MC HIGH 47kΩ...
- Page 9 71dB (unweighted 80kHz BW) MC LOW 89.6dB (A-weighted) 80dB (unweighted 80kHz BW) MC V-LOW 78.6dB (A-weighted) 69dB (unweighted 80kHz BW) Ein (equivalent input noise): (All 2V Balanced/1V Single-Ended) MM 8.9nV|/Hz (unweighted) -127dBV (A-weighted) -118dBV (unweighted) MC HIGH 7.95nV|/Hz -129dBV (A-weighted) (unweighted) -119dBV (unweighted) MC LOW 0.7nV|/Hz...
- Page 10 Dimensions: 158 x 115 x 35 mm (6.2" x 4.6" x 1.4") Net Weight: 456 g (1.0 lbs) Limited Warranty: 12 months* *12 months typical or as permitted/required by local reseller laws. **Specifications are subject to change without notice. ^See FAQ at ifi-audio.com for more information. 1 0 / 1 0...
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