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PHYSICAL PLACEMENT
It is recommended that you provide at least 6" of free space around the unit for proper ventilation.
Mount the unit on a hard surface with proper ventilation underneath.
Do not stack the VK-20 preamplifier on top of other units, nor vice versa.
CONNECTING THE VK-20 TO YOUR SYSTEM
Balanced Components
Use balanced XLR interconnects. All input and output connectors are clearly marked on the back
panel.
Note: The VK-20 XLR connectors are wired as follows:
Pin 1:
common/shield
Pin 2:
positive
Pin 3:
negative
For the VK-20, use either the Main 1 or Main 2 XLR Output for connection to your power
amplifier. Both yield equivalent results.
Single-Ended Components
Single-ended components have RCA connectors. The VK-20 preamplifier is designed to
work with mix of single-ended and balanced components connected to its inputs and outputs. If
more single ended components need to be connected to the preamplifer, then the XLR inputs or
outputs can be used for that in conjunction with RCA/XLR adapters. These adapters are available
from an authorized Balanced Audio Technology dealer at a nominal charge.
Two types of adapters are available:
Input Adapters:
RCA Female to XLR Male
Output Adapters:
RCA Female to XLR Female.