Cyrus Phono Signature, User Instructions

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Cyrus Phono Signature User Instructions
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
If your preamplifier is not operating properly, disconnect
the power and check carefully all connections.
If you are in any doubt, consult your retailer.
No sound
The preamplifier is
switched off or set to
standby
Bring the unit out of Standby
(Standby light - GREEN)
The wrong input is
selected
Check that the input is
connected correctly and re-
select if necessary.
Connection problems Check that the turntable is
connected correctly. If so,
check that the connections
to the pickup cartridge are
correct.
Check the output connections
from the
Phono Signature
to
the system amplifier.
Other system
component settings
Check that the system
amplifier is switched on and
set to the correct input.
No sound from one loudspeaker
Connection problems Check that the turntable is
connected correctly. If so,
check that the connections
to the pickup cartridge are
correct.
Other system
components
If possible, check the system
with another source. Check
that the balance control is not
set to one channel.
Speaker cables /
interconnects faulty
Check connections, cables -
replace if needed
Hum or buzz
ground loop Change the position of the
ground lift switch. If this
doesn’t resolve the problem,
there may be a ground loop
via the turntable and some
other components in your
system. Take the turntable
to your retailer to get this
checked.
Hum pickup ensure that the turntable
and connection cables are
positioned away from any
equipment that could radiate
a magnetic field, particularly
large power amplifiers. Re-
positioning the turntable and
cables temporarily will help to
identify if this is the problem.
Distortion
distorted sound on loud
passages when using a
moving coil cartridge
The output signal level may
be too high for the system
preamplifier. Reduce the gain
setting.
Your preamplifier has a unique fault indication system to
help you to diagnose problems.
Possible fault Indications on the display during use, the
display will show-
Muted (DC)
dC is present at the output
of the amplifier
If this is a constant
indication, switch off
the preamplifier and
disconnect all inputs
and outputs. switch on
with no input or output
connections. If the
indication persists, return
the unit for service.
PSU Service
A problem has been
detected with the power
supply.
If a
PSX-R
is connected
to the preamplifier,
disconnect it and re-test.
If the indication persists,
return the unit for service.
If a fault condition still remains, return the amplifier to your
Cyrus appointed retailer or an authorised service Centre.