XP 20 Owners Manual Rev 0.4
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hand side. When the letter “t” is showing tape input is selected and other inputs are de-
selected, regardless of other settings you may have chosen.
Input and output connectors were carefully selected to withstand a lifetime of frequent
use.
HANDY FEATURES
The XP-20 gain chassis has a single pair of binding posts labeled “Ext. Amp Turn-on”.
A 12-volt signal is available at these binding posts to control additional entertainment
electronics. This
External Turn On
feature was specifically intended to control Pass
Laboratories power amplifiers but may in fact control competitive product with similar
features. Check your power amplifiers owner manual and specifications for particulars.
This function is only active from the hand held remote control.
Description of Operation
In application the XP-20s front panel controls and alphanumeric display are quite
straight forward, and intuitive. We encourage you to become familiar with their
operation prior to establishing any input connections with this unit. Experience indicates
that engaging in a few minutes of exploration will add much to your ultimate enjoyment
of this exceptional Pass Labs product.
The left most button on the front panel is Mute. Pressing this button toggles between
mute on and mute off. Mute on removes signal from the output of the preamp.
The second button from the left is Mode. The front panel mode switch cycles the
preamplifier control chassis display through 3 different levels of illumination, Bright, Dim
