G Operating instruction
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Take your time and read the following instructions and information
completely. Please keep these instructions in a safe place for
future reference. If you sell the device, please pass these operating
instructions on to the new owner.
»PA-506« Stereo Audio Preamplifier to connect record players with
magnetic pick-up systems to high-level inputs. Record players are
no longer compatible with many of the new stereo amplifiers. The
»PA-506« preamplifier also allows the use of normal high-level
inputs (LINE, AUX, CD, Tuner, Tape, etc.) as an extra record player
input. Moreover, the »PA-506« enables the connection of a record
player to a PC sound card. The»PA-506« features built-in RIAA
equalisation.
1. Explanation of Warning Symbols and Notes
Risk of electric shock
This symbol indicates product parts energized with a dangerous
voltage of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock.
Warning
This symbol is used to indicate safety instructions or to draw
your attention to specific hazards and risks.
Note
This symbol is used to indicate additional information or
important notes.
2. Package Contents
• Stereo-phono Preamplifier
• power supply, 230 V, 500 mA
• RCA cable, 2 plugs – 2 plugs
• These operating instructions
3. Safety Notes
• The product is intended for private, non-commercial use only.
• Use the product for its intended purpose only.
• Do not use the product in the immediate vicinity of heaters or
other heat sources or in direct sunlight.
• Do not use the product in areas where the use of electronic
devices is not permitted.
• Do not use the product in moist environments and avoid
splashes.
• Keep the packaging material out of the reach of children due to
the risk of suffocation.
• Protect the product from dirt, moisture and overheating and use
it in dry rooms only.
• Do not drop the product and do not expose it to any major
shocks.
• Do not operate the product outside the power limits given in
the specifications.
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• Do not open the device or continue to operate it if it becomes
damaged.
• Connect the product only to a socket that has been approved for
the device. The electrical socket must always be easily accessible.
• Dispose of packaging material immediately according to locally
applicable regulations.
Risk of electric shock
• Do not open the device or continue to operate it if it becomes
damaged.
• Do not use the product if the AC adapter, the adapter cable or
the mains cable are damaged.
• Do not attempt to service or repair the product yourself. Leave
any and all service work to qualified experts.
4. Operation
Warning
• Connect the product only to a socket that has been approved
for the device. The socket must be installed close to the
product and must be easily accessible.
• Disconnect the product from the network using the power
button – if this is not available, unplug the power cord from
the socket.
• When using a multi-socket power strip, make sure that the
sum power draw of all the connected devices does not exceed
its maximum throughput rating.
• If you will not be using the product for a long period of time,
disconnect it from mains power.
Note
• Ensure correct polarity when using a plug-in mains adapter,
otherwise the device could be damaged.
• Lay all cables so that they do not pose a tripping hazard.
• Do not bend or crush the cable.
• Connect the left and right channel of the record player with the
corresponding left and right channel of the preamplifier input
(MM/Input).
• Check that the record player has a magnetic pick-up. Any
separate chassis earthing cable on the record player must be
connected to the additional screw at the back of the device.
• Connect the left and right channel of the preamplifier output
with the corresponding left and right channel of the stereo
amplifier input (LINE, AUX, CD, Tuner, Tape, etc.).
• Then connect the »PA-506« preamplifier to
power supply. The record player and amplifier can now be used
in the customary manner. Please check that the correct input on
the stereo amplifier has been selected.