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INSTALLING THE STANDARD PREAMPLIFIER
Physical requirements:
1)
Provide Adequate Ventilation.
2)
The chassis cover will become warm during normal use.
3)
This component must be installed in a secure, properly built (and ventilated) stand,
cabinet or enclosure. It is heavy, and could inflict serious injury or property damage
if it falls, or if the stand upon which it is placed tips over. This concern is particularly
important in households with small children who might try to climb furniture.
Basic Hookup:
1)
Connect line level inputs (CD, Tape, etc.) to the appropriate RCA input jacks on the
rear panel. With the exception of Phono (when fitted), all inputs are “line level”.
2)
Connect phono cables to the rear panel RCA input labeled “Phono.” Connect the
ground wire from the turntable or phono cable to the “Ground” terminal provided on
the rear panel. (See “Phono Section” for cartridge types appropriate for use.) Connect
output interconnects to your power amplifier.
3)
Connect the cable from the power supply to the main chassis. Be sure to insert the
connector properly, and fully tighten the locking collar.
4)
Connect the AC power cord to the IEC connector on the power supply. ALWAYS
connect power cord to component before plugging it into an AC outlet, and make sure
that unit’s power switch is set to “off” before making the final connection. For best
performance, try to route the power cord away from signal cables.
5)
Before turning the power switch to the “on” position, mute the unit by moving the
“Mute” switch to its clockwise (i.e.., muted) position, and set output level to zero by
rotating the “Volume” control fully counterclockwise. Note: Mute is automatically
engaged when switching on units equipped with the remote control option.
6)
Allow the preamplifier to warm up for a minute before you unmute the unit; failure
to wait can cause a transient to be sent through your power amplifier that might cause
damage to your loudspeakers.
As with all high performance audio products, the sonic characteristics of all VAC products
will continue to improve during the first several hundred hours of use.
