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- Page 1 RP-1 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier Owner’s Manual Rogue Audio, Inc. 545 Jenna Dr. Brodheadsville, PA 18322 Issue date: 02/17/16...
- Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1) Introduction 2) Unpacking your preamplifier 3) Installing RP-1 preamp into your system 4) Operation of the RP-1 preamplifier 5) The phono preamplifier 6) Troubleshooting 7) Registration of your preamplifier 8) Fuse values 9) Specifications 10) Product Registration and Warranty...
- Page 3 And with the RP-1 preamplifier, you can be sure that you are getting the very best in tube amplification. We at Rogue Audio are extremely proud of our products and want you to enjoy them to their fullest potential.
- Page 4 INSTALLING THE RP-1 PREAMP INTO YOUR SYSTEM Place the RP-1 on a flat stable surface with at least 1” of airspace above the preamplifier for ventilation. Do not place any other electronic components or any other objects on top of the preamplifier.
- Page 5 The second set of preamplifier outputs labeled “out 2” can be used for connecting a subwoofer to the RP-1. The signal to these outputs is identical to the signal going to the power amp and varies with the volume control. Note that these outputs can also be used for biamping or running a second power amp located elsewhere.
- Page 6 Volume Control The volume control has 50 steps which vary in 1 dB increments. At turn on the RP-1 defaults to a relatively low volume. The volume can be turned continuously until reaching a reading at either 0 (min) or 50 (max).
- Page 7 47K. This set up is appropriate for most high output cartridges. Before removing the cover to make any loading or gain adjustments, power off the RP-1 and let it drain off any voltages for at least 30 minutes. Leave the RP-1 plugged into the wall during this time so that the voltages can drain down properly.
- Page 8 Setting the cartridge loading – The cartridge loading DIP switches are located on the right hand side of the main circuit board (figure 3). It is important to point out that the cartridge manufacturers recommended loading should be considered as a starting point and not an absolute.
- Page 9 Resistive Loading Table (see figure 3) resistance Ω Ω Ω Ω Ω Ω Ω Ω Table 1 Setting the phono gain - The two slide switches S6 and S4 are used to set the gain and are located on the right side of the main circuit board (Figure 3). If the switches are placed in the “H”...
- Page 10 Check that the power cord connection is secure and that the rear power switch is turned on Unplug the power cord from the rear of the RP-1. Wait ten minutes then plug the preamp back in. Wait 30 seconds then press the power button on the front panel (e.g. reboot).
- Page 11 “Rogue Audio”) warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship as follows: With the exception of vacuum tubes, Rogue Audio warrants to the original purchaser of this product all parts of this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of retail purchase. Rogue Audio warrants...
- Page 12 This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or any damage that results from product misuse, product abuse, installation error, connection to an improper voltage supply, accident, improper maintenance, alterations, modifications not authorized in writing by Rogue Audio, lightening, power surges, or acts of God. Use of any other than Rogue Audio factory parts may void this warranty This warranty does not cover the cost of parts and labor which would be otherwise provided without charge under this warranty, obtained from any source other than Rogue Audio.
- Page 13 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1) Introduction 2) Unpacking your preamplifier 3) Installing RP-1 preamp into your system 4) Operation of the RP-1 preamplifier 5) The phono preamplifier 6) Troubleshooting 7) Registration of your preamplifier 8) Fuse values 9) Specifications 10) Product Registration and Warranty...
- Page 14 And with the RP-1 preamplifier, you can be sure that you are getting the very best in tube amplification.
- Page 15 INSTALLING THE RP-1 PREAMP INTO YOUR SYSTEM Place the RP-1 on a flat stable surface with at least 1” of airspace above the preamplifier for ventilation. Do not place any other electronic components or any other objects on top of the preamplifier.
- Page 16 When the unit is plugged into the wall it is automatically placed in standby mode. You can leave the RP-1 plugged in all the time and it will keep the solid state portions of the RP-1 energized even though the unit is powered down.
- Page 17 Button Figure 2 Switches and Controls: The RP-1 is a full function preamplifier. The volume and balance controls are extremely accurate stepped attenuators which change in 1 dB increments. The preamp has a mute function (on remote), power on/off button, selector switch (in the volume control), display on/off switch (in the balance control).
- Page 18 Before removing the cover to make any loading or gain adjustments, power off the RP-1 and let it drain off any voltages for at least 30 minutes. Leave the RP-1 plugged into the wall during this time so that the voltages can drain down properly.
- Page 19 WARNING - This preamplifier uses voltages that could cause injury or death. Never open the preamplifier while it is plugged in, and always wait at least 30 minutes after turning the unit off before unplugging the electrical cord and opening the unit. Lethal voltages can remain in the electronics after the unit is unplugged.
- Page 20 DIP switches for Figure 3 resisti Resistive loading – There are two sets of DIP switches (S3 and S5) for setting the resistive loading (one per channel). The four switches are labeled A,B,C and D. Figure 3 shows all switches in the off position (47K ohms). The loading options are given in Table 1 on the following page.
- Page 21 Table 1 Setting the phono gain - The two slide switches S6 and S4 are used to set the gain and are located on the right side of the main circuit board (Figure 3). If the switches are placed in the “H” direction 58 dB of gain is provided which is best for cartridges of 0.4mV and up.
- Page 22 Included with this manual is an Owner and Warranty Registration Form. Please take a minute to fill out this card and return it to Rogue Audio. This card must be returned within 30 days of purchase to validate the warranty.
- Page 23 FUSE VALUES One 1 A slow Blow Type Fuse located on left side of main circuit board. RP-1 SPECIFICATIONS Tube Complement Two 12AU7/ECC82 tubes Frequency Response 5Hz – 20KHz +/- 0dB <0.1% Gain 9.5 dB Rated Output 1V RMS Output Impedance...
- Page 24 Rogue Audio warrants the vacuum tubes for a period of six months from the date of retail purchase. Any defective parts will be replaced free of charge, excluding shipping and handling.
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