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1. cause harm ful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that inter ference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encour aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures adjust or relocate the receiving antenna increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver connect the equipment into a mains outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Disposal According to the Directive 2002 96 EG of the European Parliament used consumer electro technical appliances have to be disposed separately and have to be indicated with the following symbol Bred In the case of disposal of this component please do so in conformity with legal and environmental regulations Preamplifier User manual Table of contents 1 Technical SS carrasco A 2 Safety advice A nn nn nar r nr n nn nn nn nanna 5 3 SCOPS OF UI ee ee een 6 A RO ee yA 6 5 EEEE 2 EE ta ee teren ee 8 6 FCIAC HE SC ONTO an iena E os 10 7 AA e an A 11 8 o OE S 14 9 N A 14 10 Salen UNE HOR ee ee ea e e 15 11 Wald scudo 15 12 Pe I adan ends 16 13 AS FI SION YS ee ee ee ee 17 Quick start gt Unpack your preamplifier 520 Unpacking gt Keep the packi2. IN 1 IN2 B Input IN 3 IN 4 C Use top quality cables for the connection to your source components For long ca bles we suggest using the balanced connections Preamplifier User manual Phono MC Input IN 5 D If required the subsonic filter RIAA IEC can be activated A dip switch controlled resistor network allows for optimal adjustment of the termination impedance Micro Switch S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 Impedance in 2 1000 20 100 215 300 405 500 Dipswitch position 1 connected O open A Detailed list of termination impedance available at www soulution audio com Never connect a line source to the input IN 5 Output E Due to the exceptional load stability there are no restrictions regarding the selection of your connecting cables We recommend using balanced cables For short cable lengths also unbalanced cables represent a high quality connection Gain Volume 80 INIT amp IN2 INZ amp IN4 IN 5 Phono Balanced Out XLR 10dB 16dB 0dB Unbalanced Out RCA 4dB 10dB 64dB A potential a hum loop may be suppressed by the Ground Lift page 12 function Ah Omit feedback loops while connecting recording devices LINK F The LINK connection allows controlling the switch on of other soulution products Start Mode page 12 defines the behaviour of the 520 after switch on RS 232 Interface G All functions can be controlled through the RS 232 interface Type label H The type label shows the seri
3. Series 5 520 Preamplifier User manual Preamplifier User manual Dear client We are proud that you decided yourself for a soulution product You have acquired a preamplifier with outstanding sonic performance which you will enjoy for many years We understand your eagerness to get started but even though please study this manual step by step before you integrate the preamplifier 520 in your High Fidelity system This manual contains also useful tips for the optimisation of your overall HiFi system If there are any questions regarding the start up or operation of your preamplifier please do not hesitate to contact your dealer Have fun Your soulution team Page 520 1 soulution Page 2 natuce of sound CE Declaration of Conformity Spemot AG declares that this product is in conformance with the following direc tives and standards Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EG EN IEC 60065 2002 Electromagnetic Compatibility 2004 108 EG EN 55013 2001 EN 55020 2002 EN 61000 3 2 2006 EN61000 3 3 1995 FCC Notice Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are de signed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may
4. al number and the nominal rating of your product Page 520 7 soulution Page natuce of sound te A if Front side M Kd L Power I The Power button defines the operating condition ON or OFF red LEDs In operat ing condition OFF the audio circuits are completely disconnected from the outputs STARTING SACD IH 1 MUTE Operating condition OFF Start up Normal operation We suggest switching off the 520 power consumption in lt 0 5W while not listen ing to music lt can easily be activated with the remote control A Unplug your 520 from the mains before you manipulate with cables before cleaning during thunder storms or before you leave for longer periods LINK System The preamplifier 520 remains in MUTE until all connected LINK components are switched on Display LINK Connect If an error occurs within a LINK component the display shows LINK ERROR When the preamplifier 520 is switched off all connected LINK components are Switched off simultaneously operating condition OFF 8 Preamplifier 520 User manual Mute J In case of an emergency the safety function Mute allows SHED IH A disconnecting all inputs from the outputs wrong cabling MUTE feedback loops etc Prog K Several Program Functions allow adjusting the 520 to your individual requirements The Prog button switches the 520 to Programming Mode Volume L The Volume knob controls the functions Volume Inp
5. dspeakers this function should be activated In the value domain the volume level does not change Balance defines the level difference be tween left and right channel The inputs IN 1 IN 5 can be renamed individually Phono High Pass de activates the subson ic filter RIAA norm OFF should be used oniv for top qualitv LP s and decoupled turntables Preamplifier 520 User manual Function Values Remarks i l OFF IN 1 In2 The volume and balance settings of the SURROUND IN IN3 IN 4 preamp do not have any influence in the pe Surround IN i l l 20 50 80 Defines the output level for the Surround en IN The setting is ignored if Surround IN is ws set to OFF OFF connected Dis connects the ground of the balanced SROUND LIFT ON disconn outputs OFF 4 l _ 1 low The intensity of the display can be adjust Em 2 medium ed in three steps 34 3 high 1 2 Defines the identification of the b20 The REMOTE 1D oe ER i D identification of the remote control has to be defined accordingly Activates the default values bold for all LOAD GEF AULT functions JESA Page 13 soulution Page 14 natuce of sound Trouble shooting Error No display No music POWER FAIL OVERCURRENT Action Check the cabling to the mains supply Eventually replace the fuse Check the cabling to the source components and the amplifier if proper input has been selected if the source com
6. g the volume of the left or right channel is decreased In order to avoid unpleasant click noise and harmful voltage peaks while changing the volume the preamplifier 520 dispos es over an additional volume control path only active while actually changing the volume This parallel volume control is realised with a Programmable Gain Amplifier PGA which is able to adjust the volume without any noise As soon as the new vol ume level is set the signal path is switched back to the high end resistor network Output stage The output stage is optimised for velocity precision and impulse current rating Thanks to its low output impedance of 100 the output stage is stable on every load also long cables are driven without problems Preamplifier 520 User manual Safety advice 4h User manual Mains supply Cabling Transport Packing Operation Cleaning Service gt Follow the safety advices gt Keep this user manual Exclusively use 3 phase power cords with ground conductor Unplug the 520 from the mains in the following cases gt before you manipulate with cables gt before cleaning gt during thunder storms gt before you leave for longer periods While manipulating with cables the 520 has to remain discon nected from the mains Wrong cabling may cause damages to your 520 amplifier and loudspeakers Excessive volumes due to inappropriate handling may cause hearing damages Use only with the cart stand
7. l Preamplifier 520 User manual The preamplifier 520 can be adjusted to your individual setup lt is already pro grammed with default settings Further programming is not mandatory We recommend to adjust the Start Volume and to set the Max Volume Function Push on the Prog button switches the preamplifier 520 between operating mode and programming mode Timeout after 10 seconds Rotating of the Select knob allows selecting the desired Program Function Push on the Select knob for approval of the selected function Now the value domain of the selected Pro gram Function is active red LEDs in display Rotating of the Select knob allows for adjusting the de sired value Push on the Select knob for approval of the respective value Page 11 soulution natuce of sound 7 1 Program Functions Function Values ma IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 START INFUT IN A IN 5 IN 13 1 30 50 STAR T WOLUARE Ma 1 30 50 DIM U OLUME 50 80 HAS UOLUME BE lt 9 0 9 gt EHLHHIE ron i OFF AUX CD HAME mr DAC DVD SACE H PHON SACD TUNE etc ON OFF FHOHO HF H 4 Page 12 Remarks Defines which input shall be active after start up Defines the Start Volume level In the val ue domain it changes to the Start Volume level Defines the Dim Volume level In the value domain it changes to the Dim Volume lev el The maximal volume can be limited Espe cially for high efficiency lou
8. ng for future transportations A Treat the top class surface with care gt Position the preamplifier 520 on a stable base Positioning A Cooling air must be able to escape unrestricted gt Disconnect all appliances of your system from the mains gt Connect the 520 with your amplifier gt Connect the 520 with your source components Cabling gt Connect all appliances of your system with the mains A While changing cables the 520 must remain disconnect from the mains i Default values for all functions are programmed fora ug gt No additional programming is required for the start up gt Switch on the 520 preamplifier gt Select a moderate volume level Switch on gt Switch on your source components and your amplifier A Check the cabling before switch on Page 520 3 soulution Page A nature of sound Technical Highlights Lavout The audio section is phvsicallv separated from the digital circuits For minimal in terferences they are additionally shielded Power supply The preamplifier 520 has separate power supply units for the audio section as well as for its digital section A multi stage filter network reduces potential interferences to a minimum Volume control Relays switched high precision metal foil resistors form an 80 steps 1 dB volume control Each channel has its own volume control resistor network The volume con trol allows also adjusting the balance Depending on the balance settin
9. ponent is in MUTE if the amplifier is switched on In case of a short circuit in the power supply the unit switches off automatically The display shows POWERFAIL If the current at the output is higher than 0 2 A the MUTE function is activated and the display shows OVERCURRENT If you cannot identify the error please disconnect the preamplifier 520 from the mains supply and contact your soulution dealer Service If your soulution product needs service please contact your soulution dealer For fur ther information see www soulution audio com 10 11 Preamplifier User manual Safety functions Overcurrent For currents gt 0 2 Ampere at the output the preamplifier 520 shuts down automatically Power supply The power supply is monitored for correct operation In case of an error the 520 gets shut down automatically Fuse Model 220 240 V 2A T 250V micro fuse 5x20mm Model 100 120 V AA T 250V micro fuse bx20mm Warranty All soulution products are guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship for five years from date of purchase The guarantee is void if the product has been subject to misuse or negligence or has been modified repaired or opened by a non authorised person without written au thorisation of Spemot AG For the return transport to our premises please use exclusively the original packag ing Transport damages are not subject to this guarantee repairs will be charged We recommend effecting transpor
10. t insurance If you do not posses the original packaging no more please contact your soulution dealer Basic repairs may be completed by your soulution dealer Please clarify whether he is able to do the work before you send the product back to us Page 520 15 soulution 12 Page 16 natuce of sound Specification Specification General Nominal Voltage Model 100 120V Model 220 240V Power consumption ON Standby Input IN 1 IN 5 Impedance balanced IN 1 IN 2 unbalanced IN 3 IN 4 Phono IN 5 Output Gain RCA In XLR Out RCA In RCA Out XLR In XLR Out XLR In RCA Out Frequency response THD N Signal to Noise Ratio Crosstalk Output impedance LINK Out Dimensions Dimensions Weight Data 100 120 V 50 60 Hz 220 240 V 50 60 Hz 150 W lt 0 5 W 10 kQ 47 KQ adjustable 63 16 dB 69 10dB 69 10dB 3 4dB DC 500kHz lt 0 001 gt 120dB lt 120dB 100 12V 442x448x143 mm ca 20 kg Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notification Preamplifier 520 User manual 13 Dimensions 143 mm 75 mm d gt m 387mm si 4 448 mm a soulution 442 mm 61 mm A 381 mm 4 442 mm 4 La Page 17 Spemot AG Industriestrasse 70 CH 4657 Dulliken www soulution audio com info soulution audio com soulution nature of sound part no 92147
11. tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving cart apparatus combination to avoid in jury or tip over In order to omit condensation of water inside your preamplifier 520 let it warm up within the packing Please keep the original packing for future transports Never run your preamplifier 520 with opened housing with closed cooling slots with high ambient temperatures gt 40 C close to heat sources like radiators etc with extremely high humidity for example in humid cellars close to water Sink bathtub or similar equipment 1 1 1 y 4 Use a soft and dry towel We suggest using a non abrasive micro fibre towel Please do not use any solvents or liquidities Service by a qualified person required if gt the mains cable or the mains connectors are damaged foreign substances or liquidity have entered the 520 the 520 has seen rain the 520 seems to malfunction the 520 has fallen to the floor or the housing is damaged T g Page 5 soulution Page 6 natuce of sound Sa Scope of delivery Preamplifier 520 Remote control Power cord Phono Termination Plug User manual Rear side Mains A Connect the preamplifier 520 with the mains supply After switch on the 520 changes to operating condition OFF red LEDs in display consumption lt 0 5W Only switch off the mains connection in operating condition OFF Input
12. ut Select and is used for the Programming gt Volume The 520 has a volume control range of 79 dB We suggest limiting the maximal volume level w Nu Volume Dim A short push de activates the Volume Dim function Dis play for example D 20 As long as the Volume Dim function is active the volume can not be altered 2 Change to ar Input Select Mode Kr wu w Nada Input Select The new input can be selected and will be activated after timeout of approx 3 sec Nar Display IR receiver M The display shows all relevant information of your preamplifier 520 Page 9 soulution natuce of sound 6 Remote control Taste Pre Modus CD Modus 1 IR transmitter Operation until 5m distance and angel of 457 2 3 A Y Volume M DIM u Play Pause ET er Previous track 7 Enter Function for Program Mode 8 P De activates Program Mode D e 10 ON OFF 11 2 Open Close 12 PRE Activates PRE Mode Change of Remote Ctrl ID Press the respective buttons for approx 5 seconds gt IDI lt 6 P 5 10 gt ID 2 lt q 6 P 5 amp 9 Exchange of batteries 2 x AAA gt Open the battery tray on the rear side Insert the batteries into the tray as indicated Ensure correct polarity of the batteries Close the tray with corresponding screw Dispose the exhausted batteries soulution E GY dk y Page 10 Program Mode Genera
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