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Telonics PRE-1000
Preamplifier
Users Manual
©2010 Telonics, Inc. All Rights Reserved
PB-00xxxx Rev 2010.11.17

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  • Page 1 Telonics PRE-1000 Preamplifier Users Manual ©2010 Telonics, Inc. All Rights Reserved PB-00xxxx Rev 2010.11.17...
  • Page 2 The Telonics PRE-1000 Congratulations on purchasing one of the world’s finest professional instrument preamplifiers! The PRE-1000 preamplifier is a state of the art audiophile quality unit designed and built with the best sounding technology. The PRE-1000 preamplifier gives you dramatically better control of your sound. The result is transparent smooth clean sound, tight bottom end and silky highs.
  • Page 3 CD players or a second effect return. Jacks located both front and rear. • Only requires 1U rack space. • Durable construction throughout. Made for years of trouble free use. • Proudly made in the U.S.A. by musicians and engineers. Telonics PRE-1000 Preamplifier PB-00xxxx Rev...
  • Page 4 RONT ANEL Input 1 Impedance Adjust for best tone. If a Telonics (buffered) pedal is used before the preamp, set fully clockwise. If the guitar is plugged directly into the preamp, set to taste (5 to 8 for normal tone). Adjustment range is 20 k ohms to 500 k ohms. See FAQ’s The primary input 1 has two input connectors (front and rear).
  • Page 5 (CCW) cuts the level of highs. The level is adjustable from -18 Treble Presence dB cut to +24 dB boost. Start at 0 (flat) and adjust to taste. As you increase the treble level (0-+24dB), a presence effect will start to be heard at about +18dB. Telonics PRE-1000 Preamplifier PB-00xxxx Rev...
  • Page 6 There are two stereo input connectors. Insertion of a plug into the front panel input connector auto-disconnects rear input connector. the Aux level control to set music level. Can also be used as a second effects return. Telonics PRE-1000 Preamplifier PB-00xxxx Rev...
  • Page 7 Main Outs and XLR feeds are disabled in mute mode. Turns the unit on and off and is indicated by a blue LED. A time delay is built Power into the audio circuits to minimize “pop” when turning on or off. Telonics PRE-1000 Preamplifier PB-00xxxx Rev...
  • Page 8 Use to feed power amp input. Use left output for mono feed. The output impedance is approximately 100 ohms. Outputs have effects return mixed in. L (mono), R See the section “Built In Automatic Stereo or Mono Switching” on page 14 for more information. Telonics PRE-1000 Preamplifier PB-00xxxx Rev...
  • Page 9 This switch allows you to disconnect Pin 1 of the XLR connector Direct Out GND Lift from the chassis ground. It is seldom necessary in properly built equipment, but might be needed sometime. Leave in the Norm position unless needed. Telonics PRE-1000 Preamplifier PB-00xxxx Rev...
  • Page 10 This switch allow you to select the nominal signal level coming from your effects unit, either +4dB (switch out) or -10dB (switch in). Most “Pro” equipment is usually +4dB while consumer equipment is usually -10dB. Telonics PRE-1000 Preamplifier PB-00xxxx Rev...
  • Page 11 Use the Aux (stereo) Level control to set music level. Can also be used as a second effects return. If used as second effects return, the rear tuner out can be used as effects send. See FAQ sheet. Telonics PRE-1000 Preamplifier PB-00xxxx Rev...

  • Page 12: Asked Questions

    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-1000 Preamplifier PB-00xxxx Rev...

  • Page 13: Frequently Asked Questions

    IEC specified maximum of 10 milliamps without damage. What output level can I expect to see from the Direct Output connector? The output is approximately the same as the main outputs, up to 5 volts maximum. Telonics PRE-1000 Preamplifier PB-00xxxx Rev...

  • Page 14: Basic Hookup Diagram

    If only the Left (mono) output jack is used, the PRE-1000 mixes all EFX and AUX stereo signals to mono ensuring that all program material will be heard through the mono amplifier.
  • Page 15 Input Power 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 48 dB Telonics PRE-1000 Preamplifier PB-00xxxx Rev...