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User manual Dear client We are proud that you have chosen a soulution preamplifier. In doing so, you have ac- quired an audio component of outstanding quality with exceptional sonic performance which we are sure you will enjoy for many years to come.
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CE-Declaration of Conformity Spemot AG declares that this product conforms to the following directives and stand- ards: Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility 2014/30/EU FCC-Notice Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
The powerful output stage (max 0.2A) can also drive long connecting cables to amplifi- ers easily. Surround- Mode The 326 may as well be integrated in an Audio/Video system. One input can be defined as surround input. Volume and balance settings of the 326 preamplifier will be ignored for the surround input.
during thunderstorms when leaving the unit unused for longer periods Cabling Unplug the 326 from the mains while connecting or disconnect- ing interconnect cables. Incorrect cabling may cause damage to your 326, your amplifier, or loudspeakers. Excessive volume due to inappropriate handling may cause hearing damage.
Remove the 326 preamplifier carefully from the cardboard boxes and position it on a stable surface in an appropriate location ensuring cooling air can circulate and escape unhindered. Do not cover the surface of the 326 preamplifier with a cloth or any other object as the complete chassis acts as a heat sink.
Preamplifier 326 User manual Rear and front view Rear view of the 326 preamplifier A) AC mains input E) Output B) Inputs IN 1 … IN 4 F) Link-com C) Phono MC optional G) Firmware D) D/A converter optional Front view of the 326 preamplifier...
Connect the 326 preamplifier to the mains supply. Please use a high-quality power ca- ble for optimal sonic results. The 326 has no power switch. The device will enter standby mode as soon as it is connected to the mains supply.
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Preamplifier 326 User manual Phono MC optional (C) Connect your turntable (MC cartridge) to the unbalanced phono input of the 326 pre- amplifier. The termination impedance can be optimally adjusted to your cartridge via the configuration functions. If required, the high-pass filter according to RIAA-IEC (-3dB @ 20Hz) can be activated with the configuration function PHONO-HP.
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The 326’s USB input supports USB Audio Class 2.0. For operating systems such as Mac OS X, it supports driver free playback up to 24bits/192kHz. Under Windows 8 and lower a specific USB Audio Class 2.0 driver is required for playback of files with sam- pling rates >...
Standby Power-up squence Ready to operate If the 326 preamplifier is on, the power (H) button will put the unit back into standby (power consumption <1W). Mute (I) The mute (I) button disconnects or reconnects all inputs and outputs from the analog circuits of 326 preamplifier.
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Rotary knob (K) The multi-purpose rotary knob (K) is used to control the volume, select the input, dim the volume, and to select the configuration menus of the 326 pre amplifier. Operation-Mode Turning the rotary knob (K) changes the volume.
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Preamplifier 326 User manual Display (L) Normal mode 1) Selected input: IN 1 to IN 4, PHONO, or DAC inputs 2) Volume level Configuration mode 3) Configuration function 4) Value of function 5) LEDs are lit whilst values are changeable...
Configuration Function Values Remarks Power-up with power-button, default value Power-Mode: 326 waits for external LINK Signal Defines start-up behaviour Switches on automatically as soon as mains voltage is active. Start-Input: IN 1, default value Start-Input: Start-Input: Phono...
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Defines the brightness of the display High, Default value Default value Remote-ID: Defines the Remote-ID for The 326’s Remote-ID can be changed. the 326. The ID of the remote control has to be changed accordingly (see chapter 9) High-Pass-filter active, Default value...
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Function Value Remarks Minimal impedance Phono-Impedance: Default value Defines the impedance of the phono MC input. Maximal impedance LIN: Linear phase Digital Filters: MIN: Minimal phase Selects the upsampling fil- LINA: Linear phase with apodizing Default value...
Preamplifier 326 User manual Remote control Button Pre-Mode CD-Mode IR-transmitter Operation until 5m distance and angel of ±45°. (2,3) Volume +/- DIM / Volume-Dim Play/Pause (5/6) Select +/- Next / Previous track Enter Function for Program-Mode...
Firmware Update USB-Stick: The firmware of all soulution products can be updated via the USB port on the back panel. To update firmware, please prepare a USB stick (FAT32 formatted, UBS2.0) containing the required firmware data. You can find the latest firmware for your 326 preamplifier on our website www.soulution-audio.com.
326 will switch itself to MUTE with the corre- sponding error code shown in the display. Service If you cannot identify or rectify a fault by following the troubleshooting measures, please disconnect the 326 preamplifier from the mains supply and contact your dealer. Page...
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