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- Page 1 Audiant VP3 Vinyl Preamplifier Owners Manual...
- Page 2 Audiant VP3 Vinyl Preamplifier...
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
• This device is supplied with a non-rewireable mains plug for the intended country. • Replacement mains leads can be obtained from your Perreaux dealer. Should you need to change the plug please dispose of it carefully. • A plug with bared conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket. -
Page 4: General Safety Instructions
• DO NOT bypass any fuse, replace only with the value and type specified. • DO NOT attempt to repair the device. In the event of a problem, please contact your Perreaux dealer. • DO NOT operate this product in an explosive atmosphere. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Perreaux Industries Ltd. assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Perreaux, the Perreaux logo and Audiant are trademarks of Perreaux Industries... -
Page 6: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for choosing this Audiant VP3 Vinyl Preamplifier. We sincerely hope it provides you with many years of music listening pleasure. The Audiant VP3 is a highly flexible customisable vinyl preamplifier capable of connecting both Moving Magnet and Moving Coil cartridges to your audio system, providing low distortion, high dynamic range and a sound which is open, detailed and transparent. -
Page 7: The Decision Making Process
With Perreaux, emphasis is placed on maximum sound quality, component and unit reliability and long life. -
Page 8: Minimalist Design
It is the result of the omission of the inessentials”. Perreaux has historically embraced the minimalist ethic from an audio design perspective only. The concept of “less equating to more” has been at the heart of all Perreaux audio designs for more than 40 years. Minimalist electronics We wish to maximise the quality of your listening pleasure by keeping the componentry and signal path as uncluttered, short and clean possible. -
Page 9: Features At A Glance
Features at a Glance Slim and stylish The VP3 features an extruded full width monocoque aluminium cover / front panel assembly. The chassis is then carefully sandblasted and clear anodised. The front panel consists of a beautiful black perspex touch panel for minimalist selection of all functions. The VP3 is slim and stylish and will perfectly compliment any listening environment. -
Page 10: Installation
It is advisable to position your Audiant VP3 Vinyl Preamplifier close to your turntable and away (and if possible, connected to a power socket on a different circuit) from powerful electrical or electronic products such as TV sets, computers, cookers, fridges etc. -
Page 11: Connecting
Perreaux dealer. 4 Trigger Input The trigger input allows the Audiant VP3 Vinyl Preamplifier to be brought in and out of standby by a remotely connected device; for example, another audio component or a home automation system. The trigger input uses a mono 3.5mm (⅛”) plug and accepts voltages of 0V DC up to 12V DC. -
Page 12: Balanced Outputs
(MM) and moving coil (MC) cartridges. Each set of phono inputs accept standard unbalanced (RCA) analogue outputs from the corresponding cartridge type. The output of a mono cartridge should be connected to the right channel of the corresponding input of the Audiant VP3 Vinyl Preamplifier. -
Page 13: Operation
The output of the Mono cartridge should be connected to the right channel of your Audiant VP3 Vinyl Preamplifier. For more information on the mono selection button please refer to the Customisation section. - Page 14 Gain The gain characteristic of the Audiant VP3 Vinyl Preamplifier can be configured to suit the output voltage of the cartridge you are using. A switch in the UP position is ON and a switch in the DOWN position is off.
- Page 15 RIAA Equalisation Two settings are available for RIAA Equalisation of the Audiant VP3 Vinyl Preamplifier to suit your recordings or personal preference; Normal RIAA and IEC RIAA. These two settings are selectable using switch ‘4’ of the gain dip switch on each input. With the switch in the DOWN position the Normal equalisation is selected, in the UP position the IEC equalisation is selected.
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Page 16: Configuration Example
The following is a working example of the popular Thorens TD295 MK iV turntable equipped with an Ortofon Super OM 40 (Moving Magnet) cartridge being set up to play using the Audiant VP3 Vinyl Preamplifier. This example can be used as a guide to help you set up your system. -
Page 17: Care And Maintenance
Care and Maintenance Notes: Always switch the unit off and remove the power cord from the rear of the unit before attempting to clean your Audiant VP3 Vinyl Preamplifier in the manner described below. Never apply liquid directly to the unit. -
Page 18: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications All specifications are accurate at the time of printing. Perreaux Industries Ltd. reserves the right to adjust specifications without notice. All specifications measured at 230V after a 10 minute warm up period using an Audio Precision ATS-2 Audio Analyser. Measurements taken at 65kHz bandwidth, unless specified otherwise. Measurements taken with lowest gain setting at rated output where appropriate. -
Page 19: Physical Dimensions
Physical Dimensions 67mm (2.6”) 431mm (17”) 277mm (12.2”) -
Page 20: Contact
Installation Notes Please record the serial number of your Audiant VP3 Vinyl Preamplifier for future reference. Serial Number: Contact Details Perreaux Industries Ltd. PO Box 305 Mosgiel Dunedin 9053 New Zealand T: +64 3 489 2975 F: +64 3 489 2976 E: nz.info@perreaux.com... - Page 21 Perreaux Industries Ltd. PO Box 305 T: +64 3 489 2975 Mosgiel F: +64 3 489 2976 Dunedin 9053 E: nz.info@perreaux.com New Zealand W: www.perreaux.com...
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