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The Telonics PRE-200 Congratulations on purchasing one of the world’s finest professional instrument preamplifiers! The PRE-200 preamplifier is a state of the art audiophile quality unit designed and built with the latest and best sounding technology. The PRE-200 preamplifier gives you dramatically better control of your sound. The result is transparent smooth clean sound with added sustain, tight bottom end and silky highs.
Preamp Gain Sets the gain for the first audio stage. Start at 3 or 4. This gain control sets the level for the [PRE-EQ/EFX To] connector on the back panel. Telonics PRE-200 Preamplifier PB-008684 Rev A...
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Only set this control after you have set the others. This is to be used as a sonic “shading” control and, like any seasoning, a little goes a long way. Start at 12 o’clock. CW yields a “Mooney” bright aggressive sound; CCW gives you a mellow, darker tone. Telonics PRE-200 Preamplifier PB-008684 Rev A...
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Power Amp outs and XLR feeds are disabled in mute mode. Power Turns the unit on and off and is indicated by a blue LED. A time delay is built into the audio circuits to minimize “pop” when turning on or off. Telonics PRE-200 Preamplifier PB-008684 Rev A...
Same function as Tuner Out on front panel. Use for internal feed to rack mounted tuner. Both Tuner Outs may be used simultaneously. Can also be used as a second effects send. The output impedance is approximately 500 ohms. Telonics PRE-200 Preamplifier PB-008684 Rev A...
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Post EQ EFX From – L (Mono) Return from left channel of effects unit (or use as mono only return). Post EQ EFX From – R Return from right channel of effects unit (if present). Telonics PRE-200 Preamplifier PB-008684 Rev A...
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= 600 ohms. The output signal is derived from the Left / Mono output. In Stereo mode (both Main Outputs used) the XLR output is the ‘Left’ channel only. Gnd Lift Ground lift switch for XLR direct out connector. Telonics PRE-200 Preamplifier PB-008684 Rev A...
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Same function as the Preamp In connector on front panel. Front panel connector takes precedence over rear panel connector. Insertion of a plug into the front panel connector auto-disconnects this rear input connector. This reduces or eliminates possible noise sources. Telonics PRE-200 Preamplifier PB-008684 Rev A...
Straight up (zero) yields no change. What’s a good setting to start with on the Master Level control? Five is a good place to start. The Master Level control delivers plenty of level so be cautious in its use. Telonics PRE-200 Preamplifier PB-008684 Rev A...
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IEC specified maximum of 10 milliamps without damage. What output level can I expect to see from the Direct Out connector? The output is approximately two dB lower than the main outputs, up to 5 volts maximum. Telonics PRE-200 Preamplifier PB-008684 Rev A...
If only the Left (mono) output jack is used, the PRE-200 mixes all EFX and AUX stereo signals to mono ensuring that all program material will be heard through the mono amplifier.
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Input Power 11 Watts maximum. Approved Power sources 115VAC to 24VDC wall wart supplied, International 100VAC-240VAC to 24VDC wall warts available, Telonics PA-4100/PA-100 mono power amp, and Telonics PA-4200/PA-200 stereo power amp System Audio Gain 59 dB Telonics PRE-200 Preamplifier...
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