I30 user manual
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1. MAKING RECORDINGS 80 Preface pm7 3 Connecting the 30 Integrated Amplifier BACK PANEL 5 22222222 2 INPUTS sse Index 31 10 05 9 59 am Preface 80 Preface pm7 31 10 05 9 59 am gt Introduction Welcome to the Primare 130 Integrated Amplifier This chapter introduces you to its key features and explains how you can take advantage of its superb sound as the key component in your hi fi system WELCOME TO THE 130 INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER The 130 is an integrated preamplifier and power amplifier with extraordinary performance for its price High performance power amplifier The 130 incorporates a power amplifier providing 100 Watts per channel of superb quality sound Flexible inputs The 130 provides six inputs for sound sources such as CD player radio tuner and tape recorders An optional RIAA amplifier is available if your system includes an analogue record player Fully balanced Two of the inputs are balanced giving an entirely balanced signal chain when used in conjunction with a source that provides balanced outputs such as the Primare CD31 CD Player Fixed and variable outputs The currently selected source is provided on two pairs of linelevel outputs for connecting the 130 to other equipment The TAPE OUT sockets are 1 Introduc2. 31 10 05 10 00 am Using the 130 Integrated Amplifier 4 CHANGING THE PHASE The phase button on the front panel can be used to change the phase from O non inverted to 180 inverted to restore absolute phase on source materials that have been recorded with the incorrect phase e Push the button in to select 180 or release it to select O The correct phase setting will give a more open and spacious reproduction of the music which is especially audible as the sound decays MAKING RECORDINGS The 130 Integrated Amplifier allows you to make a recording of any source to the tape output If your tape recorder provides a monitor output you can compare the recording to the original source monitoring To make a recording e Connect TAPE OUT sockets to your recorder inputs Select the source you want to record To monitor the recording e Connect the tape recorder monitor output to the TAPE INPUT sockets Press the MONITOR button on the front panel to switch between the monitor output and the original source 2 Using pm7 5 When the monitor output is selected an indicator is shown above the MONITOR button on the front panel display The MONITOR button has no effect when the TA source is selected and the monitor indicator will flash to indicate the error 31 10 05 10 00 am gt Using the 130 Integrated Amplifier 82 Using pm7 31 10 05 10 00 am
3. 80 Preface pm7 gt Primare 130 Integrated Amplifier User Guide Preface 0 Preface pm7 COPYRIGHT AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS Copyright 2001 2004 Primare Systems AB All rights reserved Primare Systems AB 1 352 45 Sweden The information in this guide is believed to be correct as of the date of publication However our policy is one of continuous development and so the information is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Primare Systems AB Primare is a trademark of Primare Systems AB All other product names are rademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners Part number 130 1 This guide was produced Human Computer Interface Ltd http www interface co uk POWER CONNECTION Warning Before connecting power check that the required supply voltage indicated on the back panel corresponds to your local AC supply If a different voltage is stated on the type plate do not connect the amplifier to the mains power and seek advice from your dealer Connect the mains power using the enclosed mains cable Note Always disconnect the amplifier from the mains power before connecting or disconnecting any of the cables Safety instructions prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing No objects filled with liquids such as vases
4. gt Connecting the 30 Integrated Amplifier This chapter explains how to connect the 130 to the other components in your system using the connections on the back panel BACK PANEL CONNECTIONS BALANCED INPUT 1 BALANCED INPUT 2 RIGHT SPEAKER PRE OUT 4 4 L RIGHT gt a a a TAPE1 TAPE1 PRE OUT OUT LEFT d GROUND A Right loudspeaker outputs D Left loudspeaker outputs Tapel outputs Balanced Inputs Right preamplifier output left preamplifier output Line RCA inputs E Ground terminal D Mains power input and fuse 83 Connecting pm7 7 31 10 05 10 00 am gt Connecting the 130 Integrated Amplifier 83 Connecting pm7 OUTPUTS Loudspeaker outputs Connect the left and right loudspeakers the corresponding terminals The terminals can accept speaker cables terminated with 4mm banana plugs spade terminals or bare wires To connect bare wires unscrew the terminal pass the bare wire through the hole in the terminal bolt and clamp the wire in place by screwing the terminal back down Preamplifier outputs The preamplifier output sockets provide a linedevel output from the 130 preamplifier stage which can be connected to another power amplifier such as the Primare A30 2 The level of this output is controlled by the volume control on the he TAPE OUT sockets
5. should be placed on the unit If you want to build in the unit you need to be sure to allow space of at least 20cm behind 10cm on both sides and 30cm above the top panel of the unit This is prevent fire or damage caused by overheating Also make sure that the main switch is accessible Warning Dangerous voltages inside Do not open the cabinet There are no user serviceable parts inside Repairs should be carried out by qualitied service personnel only FCC Warning This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used correctly in accordance with ou instructions may cause interference to radio communications or radio and television reception It has been typetested and complies with the limits set out in Subpart J Part 15 of FCC rules for a Class B computing device These limits are intended to provide reasonable protection against such interference in home installations EEC This product has been designed and typetested to comply with the limits set out in 55013 and EN55020 31 10 05 9 59 am gt Contents Introduction WELCOME TO THE 130 INTEGRATED AMP EIE IER saci USING THE 130 WITH OTHER PRIMARE Ts TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIO Using the 130 Integrated Amplifier SELECTING A SOURCE CHANGING THE VOLUME CHANGING THE BALANCE CHANGING THE
6. ecting 4 switching and 4 switching on from standby 4 T 7 technical specification 2 V volume changing VOLUME control 31 10 05 10 00 am gt Index 54 7 10 31 10 05 10 00
7. from standby Tum the STANDBY control switch on the front panel to OPERATE Selecting any function with the remote control will also switch on the 130 from standby SELECTING A SOURCE The 130 Integrated Amplifier provides a choice of six inputs labelled B2 CD TU AU and TA To select a source Turn the source selector until the source is indicated on the front panel display Alternatively press the SEL A or SEL buttons on the C22 C32 Remote Control to step between sources CHANGING THE VOLUME The 130 allows you to vary the volume from silence to 79 maximum volume To change the volume Rotate the volume control on the front panel or press the VOL A or VOL buttons on the C22 C32 Remote Control The current volume setting is shown on the front panel CHANGING THE BALANCE You can change the balance of the sound between the left and right channels shift the position of the stereo image To change the balance Press the MENU button on the C22 C32 Remote Control The front panel display shows the current balance setting where 6 corresponds to the leftmost position O corresponds to centre and 6 corresponds to the rightmost position Press the VOL A and VOL buttons on the remote control to adjust the balance Press the MENU button again to revert to the normal volume display Alternatively the normal display will revert automatically after four seconds
8. ower per channel 2 x 100W into 2 x 180W into 40 4 162 0 060 lt 3mV 560mV 280mV 280mV lt 10Hz 100kHz 3dB lt 0 07 at full power 100dB A weighted 100 115 230V 600W max 40A 430 x 375 x 100mm 15 5kg 31 10 05 10 00 am Using the 30 Integrated Amplifier This chapter explains how to operate the 130 Integrated Amplifier using either the front panel controls or the C22 C32 Remote Control FRONT PANEL CONTROLS A Th source switch selects one of the six sources All the functions of the Integrated Amplifier be accessed using the five The MONITOR button selects the tape monitor front panel controls and information about its operation is displayed on the n a lindos The VOLUME control changes the volume front panel indicators 0 The 0 180 button changes the phase The STANDBY control switches the 130 to standby or switches it on MONITOR LI STANDBY X OPERATE VOLUME 2 Using pm7 3 31 10 05 10 00 am gt Using the 130 Integrated Amplifier 82 Using pm7 SWITCHING ON AND OFF To switch on Use the switch under the left hand edge of the front panel During normal operation you can leave the 130 switched on and in standby To switch to standby Tum the STANDBY control switch on the front panel to STANDBY or press the STBY button on the remote control To switch on
9. provide a fixed level copy of the currently selected source suitable for connecting to a tape recorder he TAPE OUT sockets provide a fixed level copy of the currently selected source or a copy of the TAPET input depending on the position of the MONITOR switch INPUTS Source inputs Connect each source to the appropriate source input connecting the right channel to the red socket and the left channel to the white socket To connect an analogue turntable with a moving magnet or moving coil cartridge you will need an additional phono preamplifier such as the Primare R20 The output of the turntable is connected to the R20 and the output of the R20 should be connected to a spare input on the 130 such as AUX A ground terminal is provided below the input sockets to allow you provide a direct ground connection for sources in order to remove hum loops 31 10 05 10 00 am 84 Index pm7 gt Index audio 8 audio outputs 7 8 back panel connections 7 balance changing 4 COMMECHONS 7 F front panel 3 jj M 8 0 CPC rieri 7 8 loudspeakers 7 8 preamplifier 7 8 preamplifier outputs 7 8 source inputs 8 source sel
10. tion pm7 1 independent of the position of the volume control and allow you to connect the 130 to a tape recorder The PRE OUT sockets are controlled by the volume control and can be used to connect the 130 to another output stage or a digital surround processor such as the Primare P30 Intuitive user interface In keeping with the philosophy of the Primare range of systems the can be controlled through a very simple and intuitive set of front panel controls Alternatively all the functions of the can be controlled by the optional C22 or C32 Remote Control along with the other Primare components in your System USING THE I30 WITH OTHER PRIMARE PRODUCTS Although the 130 is flexible enough to work with virtually any other equipment you have in your system it is ideal for use with the other products in the Primare range such as the Primare CD31 CD Player A particular benefit of using the with other Primare sources is that you can control your entire system with a single remote control to give you a fully integrated system with the simplest possible user interface 31 10 05 9 59 am gt Introduction 1 Introduction pm7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Speaker terminals Output impedance DC offset Balanced inputs Line inputs outputs Frequency response THD Signal to noise line Mains Power consumption Peak current Dimensions WxDxH Weight Output p
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