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Whest PS.30R Operating Manual Download Page 17

Technical specification

Model No.:

whestTHREE Signature electrically dual mono phono stage

RIAA curve accuracy:

17Hz – 20Khz +/- 0.15dB

Amplifier Frequency response:

5Hz – 68Khz +/- 1.5dB

Working band:

12Hz – 56Khz

MM Gain:

42dB & 46dB

MC Gain High and low

50dB - 72dB in 6 steps

Cartridge Loading

100ohm - 47k ohms in 8 steps

THD+N: 0.004%

Connections: Unbalanced

RCA

inputs

Connections: Unbalanced

RCA

plus True balanced XLR outputs

Connectors: Gold

Audiophile

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Summary of Contents for PS.30R

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Page 3: ...duction Safety Cleaning Connections Cartridge gain and loading Technical specification Fig 1 whestTHREE Signature rear panel Fig 2 HVDM High Voltage Dual Mono Supply connection Fig 3 Gain and load selectors Warranty ...

Page 4: ...ilter enables the whestTHREE to playback up to 56Khz Brief history The RIAA curve was designed many years ago to enable the use of vinyl as a playback medium Back then the humble stylus and audio electronics could really only playback a very limited bandwidth A system bandwidth of 12Khz was quite rare Nowadays most systems have a bandwidth of 100Khz the modern day cartridge can playback frequencie...

Page 5: ...e RIAA filter we had designed for the famed PhonoStage 20 This has now been incorporated into the whestTHREE phonostage Because of the extended hf response of the whestTHREE Signature large amounts of information are now able to be heard when it was once thought there was nothing there The extended hf enables you to hear further into the soundstage by bringing to life the lowest frequencies of a k...

Page 6: ...east 5cms around the unit for ventilation Please note that there are no user serviceable parts inside In the unlikely event that this unit needs to be serviced please return it to an authorised Whest Audio service agent There is a REAL risk of electrical shock if this unit is opened Please do not attempt to open this unit for servicing unless authorised as it WILL invalidate your warranty ...

Page 7: ...ommend applying a very small amount of engineering oil such as WD40 to a lint free cloth and then wiping the unit in the direction of the grain on both the front panel and lid Engineering oil is a tried and tested method of cleaning grained aluminium and stainless steel panels You only need to do this a few times a year ...

Page 8: ...All whestTHREE units come supplied with an Audiophile grade interconnect as well as a computer grade interconnect for transferring your LPs to your computer Although all listening tests were conducted with this interconnect please feel free to use your preferred interconnect or ask your dealer for advice 1 When connecting the whestTHREE please make sure that your system s source selector is switch...

Page 9: ...EE 6 Connect the output of the whestTHREE to the amplifier preamplifier aux line input The whestTHREE features both balanced and unbalanced outputs Please make sure you only use one of these outputs either balanced or unbalanced not both Unlike differential balanced outputs that increase output gain by 6dB the whestTHREE features true impedance balanced outputs which many of today s professional m...

Page 10: ... wired as Pin2 HOT Pin3 COLD Pin1 Chassis 7 Once you are happy that all inputs and outputs have been connected properly attach the 2 HVDM multi pin cables to the whestTHREE multi pin chassis sockets Please make sure CH1 is connected to CH1 or L Power CH2 is R The connectors will click once they are plugged in properly 8 Next connect the 3 pin mains cable supplied making sure the HVDM supply switch...

Page 11: ...sit back and enjoy It may take several hours before the whestTHREE settles down to work efficiently but generally 4 6 hours is sufficient time for the sensitive components to find their steady state working temperature The whestTHREE has been designed to be simple to integrate into any audio or computer based system Please familiarise yourself with the rear panel layout Fig 1 HVDM supply rear layo...

Page 12: ...ith this interconnect you will be able to transfer your vinyl collection to your computer hard drive The whestTHREE can be connected to your computer sound card analogue audio input while the whestTHREE and computer are in the on position To get the best possible quality from your transfers please do read the instructions for your software fully before attempting to transfer your vinyl ...

Page 13: ...er ask your dealer to set it for you OR you can easily do it yourself in just a few minutes i the whestTHREE comes supplied with a 2 5mm Allen key This Allen key is used to remove the small rectangular panel underneath to access the gain and load settings After removing the 2 screws that hold the panel you will see 4 banks of switches 2 banks per channel Fig 3 ii The 1st bank of 8 controls the loa...

Page 14: ...e MAKE SURE ALL OTHER SWITCH POSITIONS ARE IN THE OFF POSITION to set the whestTHREE for moving magnet with a load value of 47K ohms set all the switch positions to the off position slide switch no 8 LOAD indicating 47K ohms and switch no 1 GAIN indicating 42dB MM Gain switch no 2 maybe required if your MM has a slightly lower output to set the whestTHREE for moving coil with a output value of 0 2...

Page 15: ...our gain and load characteristics are set just replace the panel and 2 screws put the whestTHREE back on the equipment shelf and power it up remember to check the amplifier volume is on its minimum low position ...

Page 16: ...u have just purchased a cartridge that requires gain and load values outside of the parameters used by any phonostage manufacturer please call Whest Audio Ltd on 44 0 20 3176 0376 or email whestworld fastmail fm Our technical department will be able to advise how to setup the whestTHREE for your new cartridge as the whestTHREE has the ability to be trimmed for absolutely any cartridge manufactured...

Page 17: ...0Khz 0 15dB Amplifier Frequency response 5Hz 68Khz 1 5dB Working band 12Hz 56Khz MM Gain 42dB 46dB MC Gain High and low 50dB 72dB in 6 steps Cartridge Loading 100ohm 47k ohms in 8 steps THD N 0 004 Connections Unbalanced RCA inputs Connections Unbalanced RCA plus True balanced XLR outputs Connectors Gold Audiophile ...

Page 18: ...Unpacked weight 3 5 Kgs Packed weight 4 0 Kgs Dimensions Head Unit 240mm x 215mm x 50mm Dimensions HVDM Supply 140mm x 140mm x 50mm Operating voltage 230VAC 50Hz or 115VAC 60Hz see dealer ...

Page 19: ...pplied in package 1 x whestTHREE dual mono head unit 1 x HVDM power supply 1 x Audiophile RCA interconnect 1 x Audiophile 3 5mm plug to 2 x RCA computer audio cable 1 x 2 5mm hex tool 1 x Operating manual ...

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Page 23: ...tion is made by filling out and returning the attached warranty registration card along with a copy of the original sales receipt as proof of the original date of purchase If during the warranty period this product fails to operate under normal use and service due to defects in design materials or workmanship Whest Audio will at their option either repair or replace the product in accordance with ...

Page 24: ... is longer 3 This warranty does not cover any failure of the product due to normal wear and tear or due to misuse including but not limited to use in other than the normal and customary manner in accordance with the Whest Audio instruction for use and maintenance of the product Nor does this warranty cover any failure of the product due to accident modification or adjustment acts of God or damage ...

Page 25: ... warranties including without limitation the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to the duration of this limited warranty The warranty does not affect the consumer s statutory rights under applicable legislation in force Please complete the Warranty Registration Card and send it together with a copy of the original sales receipt to WHEST AUDIO LIMI...

Page 26: ...For your records Model whestTHREE Serial No Purchase Date Supplier Name and Address To post to Whest Audio Warranty dept ...

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