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GCP Stereo Preamplifi er

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GCP Stereo Preamplifi er

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Page 1: ...720 406 8946 service psaudio com www psaudio com Introduction i Owner s Reference 2004 PS Audio International Inc All rights reserved Owner s Reference GCP Stereo Preamplifier Instructions for use GCP Stereo Preamplifier Document 15 043 11 1 ...

Page 2: ...es not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time When making connections to this or any other component make sure all compo...

Page 3: ...ts Table Of Contens iii 2004 PS Audio International Inc All rights reserved Introduction Getting Started Quick Start Guide Setup Instructions Operation Questions and Answers Troubleshooting Specifications Warranty Service Owner s Reference GCP Stereo Preamplifier IV 1 4 6 7 8 11 13 15 16 17 18 2 3 14 9 10 ...

Page 4: ... Control Amplifier Each of the three Control Amplifier models is a dual mono Control amplifier capable of driving nearly every loudspeaker load with ease and beauty GCC power amplifiers are based on our unique and proprietary Gain Cell technology for the input electronics and SDAT Class D switching power amplification for the output The GCC series have high efficiency digital amplification stages ...

Page 5: ...spikes and Sorbothane pads Once you have chosen the location for the GCC Series Control Amplifier you can use the supplied AC power cord to connect it to the AC wall receptacle or you can use an aftermarket power cord and receptacle We strongly recommend the use of a PS Audio xStream Power AC cable and a PS Power Port AC receptacle to feed the GCC Control Amplifier power While the supplied power c...

Page 6: ... inputs as many sources have only this standard type of input Be sure to use a high quality well shielded and well regarded interconnect for this critical link Speaker cables are a critical link between your loudspeakers and your new GCC Control Amplifier Make sure you use only the highest quality such as a PS Audio speaker cable that will be perfectly matched to your equipment s needs Pay close a...

Page 7: ...locked closed To insert a banana style speaker cable connector loosen the outer barrel of the GCC Control Amplifier s binding post insert the banana connector and then tighten Note that once this has been tightened the banana connector is locked securely in place Do not attempt to remove the banana connector without first loosening the outer barrel of the binding post Make sure that neither the no...

Page 8: ...wn the Input Up and Input Down buttons and press the Power Button while holding the other buttons The display will then read Setup Input 1 Name To scroll through the options use the Input Up or Input Down buttons The list of options are Input 1 Name Input 1 Gain Input 2 Name Input 2 Gain Input 3 Name Input 3 Gain Input 4 Name Input 4 Gain Input 5 Name Input 5 Gain nput 6 Name Input 6 Gain Home The...

Page 9: ...aracters 0123456789 ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ When you are finished editing the name hit either Input Up or Input Down to go to the next option or hit the Power button to exit the Setup Menu Input Gain Editing This mode allows you to adjust the gain of each individual input relative to the other inputs You can use this control to Gain match each of your components so that they are all at the same...

Page 10: ...r Bypass Input you will use the following controls Volume Control Knob Turn the volume control knob to edit the theater bypass input Turn the knob until it reaches the desired Input You may also turn the knob all the way down to turn this feature off When you are finished editing the home theater bypass input hit either Input Up or Input Down to go to the next option or hit the Power button to exi...

Page 11: ...crease in 1 10th dB steps if you turn the control slowly The Mute control on the front panel or the remote will mute the GCC s audio when pressed and will be automatically deactivated and return to the original volume setting if the user turns the volume control up or down or if you press the mute button again Balance functions are only available through the remote control The blanace function is ...

Page 12: ... the GCC Control Amplifier permits the user to place the signal 180 degrees out of phase This is the same as if you were to reverse the speaker leads from the amplifier to the loudspeaker plus to minus minus to plus Some sources reverse phase but in general most sources do not The phase control is important for proper sonics Not all recordings have the proper phase and many Audiophile take the tim...

Page 13: ...ance problem Long interconnect cables will degrade the performance of most preamplifiers surround processors or integrated amplifiers and receiver preamp outputs The outputs on Isolation through the use of spikes cones or Sorbothane feet is recommended for the GCC Control Amplifier if space and budget allows Isolation of any piece of high end stereo and theater equipment is always recommended wher...

Page 14: ...ed on the front panel display Check for the source of the problem then use the front panel logo switch to restart the amp The GCC Control Amplifier produces little heat under normal operation There are vent holes at the rear of the chassis both top and bottom and you should be careful not to obstruct these vents if possible The GCC Control Amplifier can remotely activate another piece of equipment...

Page 15: ...e correct input The volume control is too low or the mute is on The source is not playing Check another source Theconnectingcablesare defective Use another set If you suspect an output problem use the same technique of placing your ear very close to the speaker s tweeter while the GCC Control Amplifier is turned on You should hear a very slight amount of hiss from the tweeter If you do not check t...

Page 16: ...llite dish can cause a loud buzz and should alwaysbesuspect If bytheprocess of elimination described above you determine it is a component like a VCR that is causing the hum buzz to occur and using a cheater plug or removing the ground pin on a PS xStream Power Cable doesn t help matters it may be necessary to isolate the cable connection CATV with an isolation transformer This inexpensive device ...

Page 17: ...ic or video soundtrack then the GCC Power Amplifier is probably underrated for the type of speaker you are using See your dealer or call PS Audio for advice on going to the next size GCC Series Power Amplifier in the series If the amplifier shuts down with very little volume then check the speaker cable connections The GCC Power Amplifier is so powerful that it can actually play music at low level...

Page 18: ...ohms GCC 100 100 Watts Output Power 4 ohms GCC 100 200 Watts Output Power 8 ohms GCC 250 250 Watts Output Power 4 ohms GCC 250 500 Watts Output Power 8 ohms GCC 500 500 Watts Output Power 4 ohms GCC 500 1000 Watts Gain RCA 31 to 41dB Adjustable Gain XLR 37 to 47dB Adjustable Frequency Response GCC 100 10Hz 20kHz 0 1 0 1dB Frequency Response GCC 250 10Hz 20kHz 0 1 0 2dB Frequency Response GCC 500 1...

Page 19: ...terior of the shipping container will be returned to the sender freight collect c RETURNED PRODUCT MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION OF THE DEFECT PS Audio reserves the right to modify the design of any product without obligation to purchasers of previously manufactured products and to change the prices or specifications of any product without notice or obligation to any person In the e...

Page 20: ...d warranty lasts or an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state Inquiries regarding the above Limited Warranty may be sent to the following address PS Audio International Inc 4826 Sterling Drive Boulder Colo...

Page 21: ...roduct during shipment to the PS Audio factory and ensure all freight shipping charges are prepaid The product may also be hand delivered to the California or Colorado facilities if arrangements with the Service Department have been made in advance Proof of purchase from an authorized PS Audio dealer distributor or agent will be required for warranty validation at the time of hand delivery Use the...

Page 22: ...er or distributor s Service Department and ensure all freight shipping charges are prepaid If you feel your country s authorized dealer or distributor is either unwilling or unable to service your PS Audio products please contact our service department at service psaudio com or at the above contact numbers to discuss the situation Voltage changes to match your country s voltage and frequency requi...

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Page 24: ... s Reference GCP Stereo Preamplifier Your PS Audio product serial number is Please fill in the original purchaser s name address and information Please fill in the dealer or distributor s information from where you originally purchased the unit Your serial number Your purchase information Date of purchase Your dealer or distributor s information ...

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