background image

Amplifier 

28.8dB

Preamplifier 

-96.0dB to +31.5dB

Resolution 

0.5dB

Channel Separation:

Amplifier 

better than 105dB, 20Hz to 20kHz

Preamplifier 

better than 95dB, 20Hz to 20kHz (RCA)

 

better than 95dB, 20Hz to 20kHz (XLR)

Channel Balance:

Amplifier 

better than ±0.2dB

Preamplifier 

better than ±0.2dB

Phase Accuracy:

Amplifier 

±0.5°, 20Hz to 20kHz

Preamplifier 

±0.5°, 20Hz to 20kHz

Output Impedance:

Amplifier 

0.01Ω

Pre Outs 

47Ω

Tape Outs 

47Ω

Audio Inputs:

Unbalanced 

5 pairs RCA line in

 

1 pair RCA main in

Balanced 

1 pair XLR line in

Audio Outputs:

Unbalanced 

1 pair RCA preamp level

 

1 pair RCA line level

Other Connections:

Mains Receptacle 

IEC C14 socket

Earth Ground Terminal 

mini binding post

IR Input 

3.5mm (

8

”) stereo jack

IR Output 

3.5mm (

8

”) stereo jack

Trigger Output 

3.5mm (

8

”) stereo jack

RS-232 

RJ45

Optional Modules:

MM/MC Phono Module 

please refer separate manual

Digital to Analogue Conversion (DAC) Module  please refer separate manual

Power Consumption: 

50W at idle

 

950W maximum at 300W into 4Ω

Mains Voltage: 

115VAC or 230VAC

 

(set within the unit at time of manufacture)

Mains Fuse Rating:
100VAC – 120VAC 

2 x 8A/250V, 5mm x 20mm (slow blow)

220VAC – 240VAC 

2 x 6A/250V, 5mm x 20mm (slow blow)

Overall Dimensions (WxHxD): 

425mm x 100mm x 363mm 

 

 

(16.7” x 3.9” x 14.3”)

Weight: 

14.5kg (32lb)

28

Summary of Contents for eloquence 150i

Page 1: ...Owners Manual loquence 150i Integrated Amplifier PERREAUX...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...loquence 150i Integrated Amplifier Designed and Manufactured in Dunedin New Zealand...

Page 4: ...g information in the instruction and service manuals Mains Plugs This device is supplied with a non rewireable mains plug for the intended country Replacement mains leads can be obtained from your Per...

Page 5: ...supply only of the type described in the operating instructions and or as marked on the rear of the unit General Safety Instructions DO NOT defeat the safety earth of the grounding type mains plug se...

Page 6: ...use only is subject to Copyright and Acknowledgments Table of Contents Volume Configuration 20 Initial Volume 20 Maximum Volume 20 Balance 20 Ramp 20 Mute Level 21 Bypass 21 Volume Trim 21 Clock 21 Ad...

Page 7: ...investment in Perreaux Perreaux products are designed to provide the utmost in sonic realism and electronic reliability with a functional yet elegant appearance that reflects the care and craftsmansh...

Page 8: ...technology in its output stages excellent high frequency response improved distortion perform ance and reliability Balanced Input The loquence 150i features a balanced input via XLR connectors allow...

Page 9: ...ship with which they are assembled and the exhaustive inspection and testing we employ help raise the value of Perreaux products In addition to yielding the best performance careful attention to detai...

Page 10: ...is used in a cabinet air must be able to flow through An enclosed cabinet will severely restrict heat dissipation Ensure that nothing is placed above or below the amplifier that might block or restri...

Page 11: ...priate speaker binding posts at the rear of the amplifier Switch on source component Turn on the source component making sure you have your favourite recording ready to play Switch on your loquence 15...

Page 12: ...anced output source to verify that the pin assignments of the output connectors correspond to the loquence 150i If this is not the case wire the cables so that the appropri ate output pin connects to...

Page 13: ...4 Tape Out The unbalanced RCA tape outputs provide a single ended line level audio signal suitable for recording from the selected source input This output is disconnected when INPUT 5 is selected to...

Page 14: ...mplifier with power Prior to connection to the AC mains please check the voltage label on the rear panel to ensure that your amplifier conforms to the power supply in your area Never attempt to connec...

Page 15: ...used in navigating the loquence menu system see The Menu System page 15 3 Infrared Sensor Receives infrared IR commands from the supplied remote control Ordinarily your loquence 150i must have unobst...

Page 16: ...ute The mute key causes the volume of the amplifier to be muted or attenuated by a user customised amount see Mute page 15 6 Display The display key adjusts the display options scrolling through FULL...

Page 17: ...HT LOOP is selected or an input is set to bypass the volume control see Bypass page 21 the volume keys will have no effect 8 Source Up and Down The source keys scroll through the source inputs provid...

Page 18: ...an be customised for your conven ience see Labels page 18 Disabling an input see Enable page 19 removes it from selection by scrolling from the front panel or remote control although it is still avail...

Page 19: ...t the menu and return to the home screen or Using the front panel Press the MENU button Navigate up or down the options within a menu by rotating the interface knob left or right or using the buttons...

Page 20: ...menus Input Volume Clock Options System Input Configuration Each input on your loquence 150i integrated amplifier can be customised in several ways to enhance either the performance or the ease of us...

Page 21: ...ote control Press to scroll through the available characters Press to add the selected character to the input label and advance the label cursor Press to delete characters from the input label and mov...

Page 22: ...of any slight imbalance that may be present on a particular source component For example the finest handmade cartridges are subject to small channel imbalance problems The factory default balance tri...

Page 23: ...establish a maximum level to which the volume can be set It is particularly useful if the system is sometimes used by people who may not be as careful as you would be teenaged children come to mind Th...

Page 24: ...control for example a surround processor or receiver Care should be taken to adjust the volume control of the other component before selecting a bypassed input as the resulting volume level may be unc...

Page 25: ...lay will turn off Note If the display timeout is enabled the display will turn on when user input is detected then automatically turn off after the timeout duration has elapsed The factory default tim...

Page 26: ...o The unit info screen displays information relating to your amplifier software version serial number etc Preset The preset menu allows you to save and restore user settings for your loquence 150i int...

Page 27: ...utput devices the output to the speakers will be disconnected and the PROTECT screen is displayed The amplifier will remain in this state until it has cooled down adequately at which time the PROTECT...

Page 28: ...e mains plug is fully inserted into the wall socket and is switched on Check the mains fuse of the amplifier Check fuse in the mains plug or adaptor There is no sound Check that the source component i...

Page 29: ...___________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ ______________________...

Page 30: ...rms Tape Outs 7 8 Vrms Frequency Response Amplifier 0dB 0 1dB from 20Hz to 20kHz 0dB 0 6dB from 10Hz to 60kHz Preamplifier 0dB 0 05dB from 20Hz to 20kHz 0dB 0 15dB from 10Hz to 60kHz Distortion THD no...

Page 31: ...Unbalanced 1 pair RCA preamp level 1 pair RCA line level Other Connections Mains Receptacle IEC C14 socket Earth Ground Terminal mini binding post IR Input 3 5mm 8 stereo jack IR Output 3 5mm 8 stereo...

Page 32: ...29 100mm 3 9 363mm 14 3 425mm 16 7...

Page 33: ......

Reviews: