Gold Note PSU-10 User manual

OWNERʼS MANUAL
PSU-10
EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY FOR PH-10

INDEX
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DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................
FRONT AND REAR PANEL.............................................................................................................................
QUICK START...............................................................................................................................................
WARRANTY AND SERVICE...........................................................................................................................
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.............................................................................................................
P. 3
P. 4
P. 5
P. 7
P. 8
P. 9

DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS
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PSU-10 has been engineered with the best quality audio-
grade components to enhance the performance of PH-10
and improve even further your system: with the dedicated
external power supply you will get the very best music
experience out of your LPs.
For PSU-10 we have chosen a dual choke design powered
by a double inductor driving the negative and positive high
current stages and featuring and inductive filter on the
analogue stage.
The PSU-10 can deliver high quality power using 4
transformers 3 of which are dedicated exclusively to the
pure power supply and with 1 separated transformer
dedicated to the inductive filter and the two chokes.
The Gold Note proprietary Dual Chokes Design perfectly
filters the signal voltages in order to eliminate all the
possible electrical pollution coming from the AC power
system.
The PSU-10 uses its massive power supply to shield the
PH-10 phono stage from electro-magnetic interferences
thus insulating it effectively from the AC power system.
The large, ultra-clean power enhances super low noise,
greater dynamic, better resolution and finer details for a
more realistic high-end audio performance and pure audio
pleasure.
The PSU-10 is a super inductive & chokes power supply designed exclusively for the PH-10 phono stage.
MAIN FEATURES
Four rail audio grade power supply
Four ultra low noise voltage regulator
+12V, +5V for logic
+/- 14V for analog with inductive noise remover
Maximum variation of output voltage: 0,05%
Line noise rejection >80dB
Common mode noise rejection >80dB
Full power response time <2,5µsec
POWER
100-240V with automatic selection, 50/60Hz
Nominal power: 25W
Dynamic power: >50W
Stand by power: <1W
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
200mm L 80mm H 260mm D
Weight 3 Kg net. - 4 Kg boxed
FINISHES
Brushed Aluminium available in Black, Silver or Gold

FRONT AND REAR PANEL
STATUS LED
MASTER
PSU OUT
AC
PSU OUT AC PLUG MASTER SWITCH
PLEASE NOTE
The LED is always ON when the PSU-10 is in Standby (the Master Switch is ON).
FRONT PANEL
REAR PANEL
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QUICK START
INSTALLING THE PSU-10 IS SIMPLE AND TAKES ONLY A FEW QUICK STEPS
1.Turn OFF the MASTER SWITCH on the PH-10 and remove the AC power cord
2. Connect the PSU-10 to the AC power outlet using the supplied power cord
3. Connect the PSU-10 to the PH-10 using the supplied cable (from PSU OUT on PSU-10 to the PSU port on PH-10)
4. Turn on the MASTER SWITCH on the rear panel of the PSU-10 and then on PH-10
IMPORTANT!
In order to use the PSU-10 you will need to update the firmware of your PH-10.
For more information and to download the new firmware please visit www.goldnote.it/download
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PH-10
MASTER
PSU OUTPSU
ACAC
PSU-10
Hazardous Voltage.
Risk of Electrical Shock.
Disconnect power cord
from electrical outlet
before removing this
panel or starting any
service.
MADE IN ITALY

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To achieve the best performance DON'T place the PSU-10 on TOP of the PH-10 but on its LEFT SIDE.
Avoid placing the PSU-10 too close to the PH-10 if possible.
HOW TO POSITION PSU-10 E PH-10
PSU-10 A SINISTRA
PH-10 ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDEPSU-10 ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE
PSU-10 is designed to work in "slave mode" with PH-10 so you only need to turn the MASTER SWITCH ON and the PSU-10
will be controlled by PH-10.
Every time PH-10 goes into STANDBY (the unit is OFF with the LED ON) the PSU-10 will do the same and you don't need to
turn the MASTER SWITCH OFF.
If you need to turn OFF the MASTER SWITCH of the PSU-10:
1. turn OFF the MASTER SWITCH on PH-10
2. turn OFF the MASTER SWITCH on PSU-10
QUICK START

WARRANTY AND SERVICE
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WARRANTY
To validate the warranty is necessary to register the unit on the Gold Note internet web site within 15 days from
the purchase on the appropriate area of the web site: www.goldnote.it/warranty
If the unit is not registered correctly or has been purchased from a different country of the purchaser home address
the unit will not be covered by any warranty and the registration will be refused.
The warranty does not does not cover in any case: Tubes, Phono Cartridge Stylus and Batteries.
SERVICE
Every GOLD NOTE® product is the result of meticulous technological research, and consequently their correct
functioning is guaranteed. In spite of this it is possible that problems may emerge which non-specialist users
cannot resolve.
In this case, contact your dealer to be advised on how the fault can be solved.
Do not return any object directly to the factory or to the distributor without being authorised to do so.
In such cases both GOLD NOTE® and the distribution agents decline responsibility of any kind.
For more information please visit www.goldnote.it/service
PLEASE NOTE
Descriptions and technical characteristics may vary at any time and without notice.

SOLUTIONCAUSEPROBLEM
the LED on the front
panel is OFF
the PH-10 is not showing
the icon that indicates the
PSU-10 is connected
the PH-10 is noisy
the POWER CORD is
damaged or not plugged in
the PSU CONNECTION CABLE
not plugged in
the PSU-10 is not correctly
placed
the MASTER SWITCH is OFF
ensure that the POWER CORD is not damaged and connect it
properly to the power outlet and the AC plug on PSU-10
ensure that the PSU CONNECTION CABLE is not damaged and
connect it properly to the PSU OUT port on the PSU-10 and
to the PSU port on the PH-10
ensure that the PSU-10 is placed on the LEFT HAND SIDE of
the PH-10 (possibly with some distance)
turn ON the MASTER SWITCH on the rear panel of PSU-10
To validate the warranty please register the unit on the dedicated page on our website : www.goldnote.it/warranty
To find more information and details on our policies regarding service please visit : www.goldnote.it/service
TROUBLESHOOTING
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel.
Please record the model and serial number and retain them for your records.
Serial Number:
Model:
CAUTION!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER ONLY TO QUALIFIED GOLD NOTE SERVICE PERSONNEL FOR SERVICE
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
WARNING!
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Do not disassemble any part of the product.
Do not use any part of the product for other purposes.
For service and problems of any kind, contact qualified Gold Note personnel.
Protect the product from rain and humidity and keep away from heat sources, electric and electronic motors etc.
The power Chord supplied must be used only on this unit.
Gold Note does not have responsibility for any improper use of this unit.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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1. Read these instructions and store them.
2. Heed all warnings.
3. Follow the instructions.
4. Do not use this apparatus near water.
5. Clean only with a dry cloth.
6. Do not block the ventilation openings and install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
7. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
8. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised or
grounding-type plug: a polarised plug has two blades with
one wider than the other.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for
your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
11. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way (such as when the power cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed
to rain or moisture) and in any case when the apparatus
does not operate normally or has been dropped.

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