background image

9

Connections

Input Connectors

The PH9 provides a pair of input connectors. 

Connect the output of your tonearm/

turntable to these connectors.

Output Connectors

A pair of single-ended main outputs 

are provided. Connect the output 

of the PH9 to an input of your 

preamplifier or integrated amplifier. 

A.C. Power Connection

It is important that the PH9 be connected 

via its supplied 15 amp IEC 14-gauge 

power cord to a secure, dedicated A.C. 

power receptacle. Never connect to 

convenience power receptacles on 

other equipment. Only use the power 

switch on the front of the PH9 for On/

Off control of the preamplifier, or the 

IR input, RS232 or remote control.

RS-232 Input

The RS-232 input allows connection of 

a control or automation system.

IR Input

The IR input allows a remote IR sensor 

or repeater system to be connected to 

the PH9 for control purposes, utilizing 

a standard mono 1/8” connector.

Important

Use the best available speaker wires 

and interconnects. Audio Research 

cannot emphasize this enough. As 

better components and systems are 

developed, it becomes increasingly 

important to avoid the limitations of 

inferior system interconnections.

It is important sonically that your entire 

system be connected so that the audio 

signal arriving at the speakers has correct, 

or ‘absolute’ polarity (i.e., non-inverted). 

Summary of Contents for HIGH DEFINITION PH9

Page 1: ...PH9...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...tening however please take a few minutes to read through this guide for useful information concerning the operation of your new phono preamplifier Once installed please allow an appropriate break in p...

Page 4: ...7 8 9 9 9 9 9 Operation Front Panel Controls and Display Start Up Shut Down Break in Front Panel Controls Remote Only Functions Settings Menu System Settings Menu Tree Settings Menu Auto Shutdown Car...

Page 5: ...n For continued protection against fire hazard replace the fuse only with the same type and rating as specified at the fuse holder see page 19 for fuse information This unit is RoHS compliant The PH9...

Page 6: ...cording to the following instructions Installation Remove all screws fastening the top cover Carefully remove each vacuum tube from its protective foam and match its location V number written on the b...

Page 7: ...hat adequate airflow above and to each side of the unit is provided Audio Research recommends a minimum of 6 8 inches 15 20 cm of clearance above the PH9 to maintain proper ambient operating temperatu...

Page 8: ...8 Connections A C Mains connector Fuse Holder RS 232 connector IR Input Phono Input Main Outputs Back Panel Connections Ground Connection...

Page 9: ...front of the PH9 for On Off control of the preamplifier or the IR input RS232 or remote control RS 232 Input The RS 232 input allows connection of a control or automation system IR Input The IR input...

Page 10: ...10 Operation Front Panel Controls and Display Vacuum Fluorescent Display Power On Off Menu Option used with Menu Mono Mute Enter used with Menu...

Page 11: ...preamplifier as necessary Note The two minute warm up time is required for the circuit to come to an appropriate operating temperature as well as for the power supply to stabilize This is a normal fun...

Page 12: ...er details about using the setup menu Option The Option button is used in conjunction with the Menu button to select the various options in the settings menu Enter The Enter button is used in conjunct...

Page 13: ...urs By this time we recommend replacing them to maintain the best performance of your preamplifier Display Brightness Adjustment The front panel display has six brightness settings as well as the abil...

Page 14: ...14 Operation System Settings Menu Tree...

Page 15: ...for examples of the front panel display The MENU OPTION and ENTER buttons found on the front panel and remote are used to make changes to the menu settings Note that the MENU button can also be used t...

Page 16: ...e load setting can also be changed directly from the remote control using the number buttons at the top Operation Tube Hours The tube hours display shows the accumulated time the PH9 has been powered...

Page 17: ...center to indicate the unit is powered on To change the display brightness press the MENU button until DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS appears Press the OPTION button Continue to press the OPTION button to change...

Page 18: ...omponent or part inside the unit Even with the power turned off a charge remains in the energy storage capacitors for hours or even days Cleaning To maintain the new appearance of this preamplifier oc...

Page 19: ...19...

Page 20: ...the United States the authorized importing retailer or distributor has accepted the responsibility for warranty of Audio Research products sold by them The specific terms and remedies for fulfillment...

Page 21: ...m load maximum balanced output capability is 0 46V RMS at less than 0 5 THD at 1kHz Controls 6 Push Buttons Power Menu Option Enter Input Mute Power Supplies Electronically regulated low and high volt...

Page 22: ...notice 2016 Audio Research Corporation Reproduction of this document in part or whole is expressly forbidden without written consent from Audio Research Corporation 3900 Annapolis Lane North Plymouth...

Reviews: