“Burning-in” Your P/LD-1100
Like many other great high end preamplifiers, your P/LD-1100 requires at least 72 hours of continuous
operation after it is first turned on to sound its best. This gives various internal components and wiring a
chance to “form” their optimum electron paths and pass complex musical information with greater
definition, smoothness and transparency.
Although we’re certain your P/LD-1100 will sound spectacular when you first turn it on, you will find it
worthwhile to reserve your final judgment until you’ve listened after a more few days. You’ll discover
additional details you may not have imagined were present in your music.
Maintaining your P/LD-1100
Your P/LD-1100 requires no periodic maintenance and has no user serviceable parts inside. Do not
remove the top cover to avoid risk of electric shock. To keep it clean use only a soft cloth and never use
any solvents or abrasives. Fingerprints may be removed with a soft cloth moistened only with a few drops
of clear water.
Your P/LD-1100 has corrosion-free gold RCA jacks, but each year it is a good idea to twist the input
plugs to preserve perfect signal transfer by removing corrosion which might have accumulated on the
connecting plugs themselves. Make sure the unit is turned off while you do this.
The remote control handset batteries should be removed whenever it will be unused for an extended
period. Remove the batter cover annually to inspect and remove leaking batteries.
Power Fuse
If this fuse blows, it is an indication of internal parts failure. Do not replace it with any larger value to
avoid damage to internal parts. Substitution of a larger fuse will void your warranty.
In Case of Trouble
If you suspect a problem with your unit, first recheck all your connections. If one channel is inoperative,
the trouble may be caused by another component or even a defective hookup cable. If only one channel
remains inoperative, try reversing the Left and Right cables to your power amplifier (turn it off before
moving wires). If the same channel stays out, it indicates trouble could be other than your preamp itself.
We suggest you contact your authorized Parasound dealer or call Parasound Technical Service if you
suspect a problem. We will suggest other diagnostic tests you can easily perform and which will save you
a lot of trouble.
If we determine that your P/LD-1100 should be returned to Parasound for inspection and possible
servicing, you must first obtain a Return Authorization number from Parasound. You will be asked to re-
pack the unit in its original carton and cardboard packing plus an additional outer box over its own box
for proper protection in transit. You must include your power cord and remote control handset. The
Return Authorization number must be clearly marked on the outer carton only. You should ship the unit
by UPS with adequate insurance specified. You must include a copy of your purchase receipt to validate
your ownership.
Units that arrive without your specific Return Authorization number, without a suitable shipping carton or
evidence of improper internal packing or collect will be refused. We do not accept collect shipments.
After repair under warranty, the unit will be returned to you via prepaid UPS or RPS. If we found no
problem with the unit, we will ship the unit by UPS or RPS collect for return shipping charges. In the case
of an out of warranty repair, we will advise you repair charges before you ship the unit. The same packing
requirements and RA requirement apply.
