Oracle Audio Paris PH200 User manual

The Fine Art of Playing Music
Oracle Audio Technologies
Paris PH200 Phono Stage
Owner’s Manual

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FOREWORD
We would first like to thank you, and this from the whole team at Oracle Audio,
for purchasing our Paris PH200 phono stage!
This is your Paris PH200 Owner’s Manual. The following pages will describe the
key features, connectivity and safe operation of your new phono stage. Although some
operations are self explanatory, we strongly suggest you read this booklet to better
understand the importance of the different key adjustments.
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Paris PH200 serial number:
Dealer’s Name:
Dealer’s Address:
Dealer’s phone:
Purchase date:
We suggest you keep your sales slip together with this owner’s guide as it stands as
your proof of purchase which is essential for the validation of your warranty.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Foreword / For your Records............................................................................................2
Table of contents..............................................................................................................3
Features....................................................................................................................4 & 5
Connection procedure......................................................................................................5
Operating Instruction........................................................................................................6
Specifications...................................................................................................................7
Warranty description.........................................................................................................7
Warranty card...................................................................................................................8
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FEATURES
Inputs / Outputs
There is one “INPUT” and one “OUTPUT” and both come in standard RCA format.
RIAA Equalization
The RIAA circuit is designed by following the true RIAA standard.
The accuracy of RIAA standard curve is +/- 1dB.
Jumper-selectable settings
The Oracle Paris PH200 phono stage is equipped with 3 gain settings; 41.5dB; 52dB or
62dB. The gain can be modified to match your cartridge’s output and those settings are
made by changing the position of a specific jumper.
There are 5 different load impedance settings. This load is adjusted by changing the
position of specific jumpers on each stereo channel as indicated on the diagram on
page 5 of this user manual. This diagram is also located on the bottom side of the
PH200.
When installing the jumpers make sure to properly connect both pins of the selected
setting.
Gain and load impedance setting
Moving Magnet (MM) cartridge gain & load setting:
- On each and both RIGHT and LEFT channel, set the jumpers on the 47k
Ohms impedance jumper pins.
- Set the gain to 41.5dB by installing the jumper on the proper pins.
Note : For the MM setting there is no jumper installed on the pins 100, 200, 511,
1k or 1.5k. This is because the MM resistive charge pins are positioned with the
set of 3 gain pins on the other group of connectors.
Moving coil (MC) cartridge gain & load setting:
Note: To get started, always follow the phono cartridge manufacturer’s
recommendations to determine whether to use the 100, 200, 511, 1k or 1.5k

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Ohms load impedance setting. To avoid saturation at the signal input of your Ph
200 it is highly recommended to start by setting the gain to the minimum level of
41,5dB. Should you need to set your integrated amplifier or pre-amplifier volume
level very high for a comfortable listening level it is suggested to then use the
next higher value of gain, 52 dB. If you need still more gain then move the load
jumpers to the last gain setting option of 62 dB.
Fixed capacitive charge
The 47k Ohms setting is coupled with a fixed capacitive charge of 150pF. There is no
capacitive charge for the moving coil resistive load settings.
Factory settings
The default factory gain setting is set at 41.5k, the load impedance setting is 47k Ohms.
This represents the required setting for a moving magnet cartridge.
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT JUMPER POSITIONING
1 ) ONE JUMPER MUST ALWAYS BE INSTALLED ON
ONE OF THE 3 "GAIN" JUMPER POSTS
2 )
THE SECOND JUMPER MUST BE INSTALLED ON
EITHER … ONE OF THE 5M/C LOAD POSTS
OR
ON THE M/M 47K ohms POSTS
3 )
FOR M/M 47K ohms SETTING ALWAYS
USE THE 41,5 db GAIN SHORTING POSTS
Gain 62 db
Gain 52 db
Gain 41.5 db
No Connection
M/M 47K ohms
M/C 100 ohms
M/C 200 ohms
M/C 511 ohms
M/C 1k ohms
M/C 1,5k ohms
Gain and resistive load settings for the Paris PH-200 by Oracle

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CONNECTION PROCEDURE
Ground
This knurled connection post is to be linked with your turntable’s grounding post.
Assuring a good ground is fundamental.
Phono Input
Connect to those RCA connectors the RIGHT / LEFT RCA cable coming from your
turntable.
Note : The RCA audio cables required for this connection are not included.
Phono Output
Connect to those RCA connectors the RIGHT / LEFT RCA cable to your preamplifier or
integrated amplifier.
Important note : The Paris PH200 must always be connected to an auxilliary input on
your amplifier or pre-amplifier and never should it be connected into a phono input!
AC Power input
Connect the AC power cord from the power supply.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operating your sound system should always be done by following an orderly ritual both
when powering it up or powering it down. One should always begin by powering up his
source components, followed by the powering up of the preamplifier / amplifier section
after a moment. Following this procedure will prevent hearing a loud thumping sound
generated by source components as they charge up their electronics. Powering down
your sound system should always be done by beginning with powering down the
amplifier, preamplifier to then finish with the source components.
Your PH200 is sensitive to the magnetic field generated by amplifier transformers and
power cords proximity. Position it as far as possible to amplifiers and away from power
cords. This will prevent this unwanted energy to pollute the signal with noise which thus
would lessen the performance of the Paris PH200 and your musical experience.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency response : 20Hz - 20KHz @ +/- 1dB
Total Harmonic Distortion : <0,05% @ 20Hz –20kHz
Moving Coil input load impedance : 100, 200, 511, 1k, 1.5k and 47k Ohms
Moving Magnet input load impedance 47k Ohms
MM capacitive load: 150 picofarad
Input sensitivity : 0,2mV and up
Gain options : 41.5db, 52db, 62db
Gain selection for MM cartridge : Must be set at 41.5 dB & 47k Ohms
Signal to noise ratio : > -80dB
WARRANTY
Your new Oracle Paris PH200 carries a transferable, 2 year parts and labor limited
warranty against operation defects under “normal use”or manufacturing defects.
Oracle Audio Technologies will repair the defective item within this warranty period. The
original bill of sale from an authorized dealer or distributor is required for any warranty
repair. If the original bill of sales cannot be shown as a legitimate proof of purchase date
then the serial number will be used to determine the ship date from the factory and the
warranty coverage will be 2 years and 6 months from the shipping date from the factory.
Explanation of the term “normal use”:
- Using the PH200 for the application it was designed which is as a phono
amplifier.
- The unit has been connected rigorously according the information supplied in the
owner’s manual.
Maintenance and service :
Any repair and/or modification done to the PH200 must be carried by an Oracle Audio
authorized service center or directly at the Oracle Audio factory. For more information
please contact your dealer, distributor or contact us directly at Oracle Audio.
Any repair and / or modification done to your PH200 without prior authorisation from
Oracle Audio will void the warranty.

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We are confident your new Oracle Audio product will provide you
with many years of total enjoyment and satisfaction!
You are now ready for the real and only purpose of all this,
to sit down, relax and enjoy the fine art of playing music!
From all of us at Oracle Audio Technologies Inc, Thank you !
Oracle Audio Technologies
6136 Boulevard Bertrand Fabi, Local B
Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada
J1N 2P3
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WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD
FOR A DESCRIPTION OF THE WARRANTY COVERAGE PLEASE READ THE
SECTION WARRANTY ON PAGE 7 OF THIS OWNER’S MANUAL
Oracle Paris PH200 serial number : __
Dealer name : __
Dealer address : ________
Dealer phone number :
Your name :
Your address : ________
Phone : e-mail address :
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