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  • Page 1 326 preamplifier User manual...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Preamplifier 326 User manual Table of contents Highlights ......................4 Safety advice: ...................... 4 Scope of delivery ....................6 Setup ........................6 Rear and front view ..................... 7 Connections ......................8 Operation ......................11 Configuration ..................... 14 Remote control ....................17 Firmware Update ....................
  • Page 6: Highlights

    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.
  • Page 7: Safety Advice

     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.
  • Page 8: Scope Of Delivery

    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.
  • Page 9: Rear And Front View

    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...
  • Page 10: Connections

    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.
  • Page 11 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.
  • Page 12 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 >...
  • Page 13: Operation

    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.
  • Page 14 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.
  • Page 15 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...
  • Page 16: Configuration

    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...
  • Page 17 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...
  • Page 18 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...
  • Page 19: Remote Control

    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...
  • Page 20: Firmware Update

    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.
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    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...
  • Page 22: Specification

    Specification General Nominal voltage Model 100-240V 100 - 240 V, 50-60Hz Model 220V/60Hz 220 V, 60Hz Nominal consumption 60 W Consumption Standby <0.5 W Inputs (IN 1...IN 4) Impedance Balanced 5.8 k Unbalanced 4.9 k Phono...
  • Page 23 Preamplifier 326 User manual Dimensions Page...
  • Page 26 Spemot AG Industriestrasse 70 CH-4657 Dulliken www.soulution-audio.com info@soulution-audio.com soulution nature of sound part.no. 92256...

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