Fezz Audio GAIA MINI User manual

USER`S MANUAL
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Unpacking – 3
Package content – 3
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Interconnection – 4
Hook up the signal source – 4
Power cord hook up – 4
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SPIS TREŚCI
Type: Phono stage preamplier
Model: Gaia Mini, Line: Evolution
AC supply: Stabilized + EI standard power transformer
Gain MM/MC: 53dB / 60dB
Standard EQ: RIAA,
Input impedance MM/MC: 47k Ω / 100Ω
Op-Amp: OPA 2132 Burr-Brown
Harmonic distortion THD: <0.15% (MC section), < 0,008%
Crosstalk: >91dB
Signal-noise ratio MM/MC: >92dB / >90dB
Power consumption: 5W
Net weight: 3,5 kg
Dimensions: 212x212x95mm
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- Never place the preamplier near heat sources, such as radiators, heaters or direct sunlight. Ensure adequate ventilation
and airow
- We also warn against exposure of the preamplier to conditions such as very low temperatures and/or high humidity.
- The preamplier should be plugged directly into a wall socket. If you must use an extension cord, please make sure that it
has load parameters sucient to ensure proper handling of current delivery to the device.
- When cleaning, always disconnect the preamplier from the power source. Use a dry, soft cloth. Do not use water or
cleaning agents.
- If your preamplier starts to misbehave or to work incorrectly, if it’s temperature gets too high or you start feeling smoke -
immediately disconnect the device from the mains.
- Due to the risk of exposure to high voltages – please do not open the lid of the preamplier. ATTENTION: This warning
remains in force also in a situation where the device is already disconnected from the wall outlet.
- Always replace fuses in accordance with the original, intended specication.
- Do not make repairs on your own, or adjustments beyond those as described in this manual. Execution of any
unauthorized repairs or modications of the device result in a loss of warranty
New version of High delity phono stage, designed to support MM and MC cartridges. In standard equipped with anti-
vibration feet, adapted to the weight of the device. Backlight logo. high-quality components as the FET OPA 2132 Burr-
Brown operational amplier and Nichicon Fine Gold capacitors, guarantee excellent dynamics at level of more expensive
constructions.
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Please kindly check if the packaging of the Gaia Mini phono stage has not been damaged during transit. If you nd any
damages, please immediately contact your dealer. Remove the preamplier and accessories from the packaging. Make sure
that the content is not damaged.
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UNPACKING
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Package contains:
• Gaia Mini phono stage
• Power cord
• User`s manual
• Warranty card
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CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE

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1 MC/MM source input
2 Audio output
3 Ground loop switch
4 Power switch
5 Grounding
6 MM / MC selector
7 IEC power socket
8 Main fuse
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The gures above shows the rear panel view of the Fezz Gaia Mini phonostage.
Follow the instructions below to connect your sound system correctly.
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Connect the record player equipped with MM/MC HO cartridge to the MM INPUT of the phono stage. If your record player is
equipped with MC cartridge, connect signal wire to the MC INPUT of the phono stage.
Connect the earthing wire to the screw terminal GND in phono stage.
Connect the OUTPUT of the phono stage to a line input (AUX, CD, Tuner, Tape or Video) on your amplier.
Make sure that the amplier is switched o. Connect the power cord to the IEC socket on the rear panel of the phono stage.
The phono stage is designed to operate at a rated voltage of 230V / 50Hz. Connecting the device to a mains network with
incorrect parameters can lead to damage that is not covered by manufacturers warranty.
Press power button on the side of the phono preamplifer.
Gaia phonostage is eqiupped with audio ground loop switch. If you will have problem with excessive hum, please switch
ground loop switch to ON or O position.
Make sure that the preamplier is switched o. Connect the power cord to the IEC socket on the rear panel of the preamplier.
The preamplier is designed to operate at a rated voltage of 230V / 50-60Hz. Connecting the device to a mains network with
incorrect parameters can lead to damage that is not covered by manufacturers warranty.
STEP 1 INTERCONNECTIONS
STEP 2 / POWER CORD CONNECTION
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If you have veried the aforementioned situations, and your problem still persists, please contact your local
Fezz Audio dealer.
Make sure all cables are connected as described above. Select the signal source using the selector located on the front panel
of the amplier. Set the volume knob to minimum. Power on the Gaia Mini preamplier. Make sure the turntable is turned on
and gradually increase the volume with the volume knob at your amplier.
Please chose optimal settings at the preamplier which suits to your phono cartridge.
If your preamplier does not work as it is supposed to, it is fairly easy to diagnose and remedy some of the common
malfunctions,
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THE PROBLEM PROBABLE REASON SOLUTION
After turning the power
switch to the ON position, the
amplier does not switch on.
A blown fuse Please exchange to faulty fuse to a new one (0,2 A T),
within the fuse holder as depicted with index 12 on
page 4 of this user’s manual.
An improper connection of the
mains cable
Please check if the plugs of the mains cable are properly
inserted into the electrical mains socket and to the
socket as depicted with index 11 on page 4 of this user’s
manual.
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