Perreaux SX60m User manual

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iIntroducing the
Perreaux Silhouette Series
Designed as a range of high quality, yet affordable modules; the
‘Silhouette’ series will compliment and enhance your existing
system.
Drawing on our extensive knowledge gained from more than a
quarter of a century of developing highest quality audio products,
the ‘Silhouette’ concentrates our legendary design and build
quality into a compact package without sacrificing performance.
The Perreaux ‘Silhouette’ series provides performance levels
never before seen in its class.
Key Features àClass A signal stages
àHighest quality internal power supply featuring a custom
designed, fully shielded toroidal transformer and 17600µF
of smoothing capacitance
àEnhanced audio design featuring highest quality PCB and
minimal internal wiring
àBalanced (XLR) input
àBalanced and Unbalanced line out connections for daisy
chaining and bi-amping
àHigh current drive
àCompact
àStylish
The Perreaux “Silhouette” series takes you even closer to the
elusive goal of “The Perfect Re-Creation of a Musical
Event”.
From all of us at Perreaux Industries Limited, thank you for
choosing the Perreaux Silhouette Series SX60m Mono-Aural
Power Amplifier.
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ii Important Safety Instructions
Note: Please read all instructions carefully before attempting to
operate your Perreaux “Silhouette” SX60m Mono-Aural
Power Amplifier.
ALWAYS switch off power to your system before attempting to
connect or disconnect cables.
ALWAYS disconnect your system from the mains before
attempting to clean your unit.
ALWAYS keep electrical equipment out of reach of children.
ALWAYS unplug sensitive electronic equipment during
electrical storms.
NEVER disconnect the mains earth from the system.
NEVER operate the SX60m with the cover removed.
NEVER use any liquid inside the SX60m.
NEVER bypass any fuse.
NEVER attempt to repair the SX60m. In the event of a problem,
please contact your Perreaux dealer.
NEVER expose the SX60m to extremely high or low
temperatures.
NEVER operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.
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iii Table of Contents
iIntroducing the Perreaux Silhouette Series.................................... 3
ii Important Safety Instructions............................................................ 4
iii Table of Contents................................................................................. 5
1Unpacking and Placement................................................................. 6
2Instant Install........................................................................................ 7
3Front Panel Functions......................................................................... 9
4Rear Panel Functions ........................................................................10
5Special Design Philosophies ............................................................13
6Special Design Features....................................................................15
7Care and Maintenance .....................................................................17
8Warranty Information.......................................................................18
9Extended Warranty Registration Form.........................................19
10 Troubleshooting Guide ....................................................................20
11 Specifications......................................................................................22
12 Physical Dimensions..........................................................................25
13 Contact Details ...................................................................................26
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1Unpacking and Placement
Unpacking
Procedure
The SX60m is packaged for maximum protection. To open, sit
the box upright and cut the reinforced tape at the top of the box.
The product can now be removed.
Pull the foam protecting end-caps off either side of the unit and
remove the black material covering.
The SX60m Mono-Aural power amplifier is now unpacked and
ready for further installation.
Note: Please retain all packaging material for future transport.
Box
Contents
1 x SX60m Mono-Aural power amplifier
1 x Product manual
3 x Performance analysis charts
1 x Detachable AC power cord
Placing Your
SX60m
The SX60m should generally be placed close to your source
equipment, thus keeping interconnect cabling between the
SX60m and associated components as short as practical. This
will reduce the systems susceptibility to radio frequency
interference and the negative effects associated with long cables.
Ventilation
Requirements
The SX60m is a convection cooled amplifier. For optimal
performance, the unit MUST receive adequate ventilation.
àPlease do not cover the product with a cloth or similar.
àPlease do not mount the SX60m directly onto carpeted
surfaces.
In the event that the SX60m is to be incorporated into custom
cabinetry, please refer to the dimensional information provided in
the Physical Dimensions section of the manual (Chapter 12).
Note: Please take all necessary steps to ensure that the unit
receives adequate ventilation
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2Instant Install
If you are like us, the first thing you will want to do is to play
your favourite piece of music through your new SX60m. The
following instructions are written to enable you to achieve this as
quickly as possible. These are not comprehensive instructions,
but are designed to enable you to play music now!
Note: Please take the time to read the SX60m manual thoroughly
as it incorporates many features, which will enhance its
operation.
Placement
The SX60m is a convection cooled amplifier and best results will
be achieved when placed on a solid surface with adequate
ventilation. DO NOT place on a carpeted floor or cover the
amplifier!
Place the SX60m close or near the source component in order to
make as short a connection as possible.
Turn off associated components
This minimises the potential to damage any other components
when connecting your SX60m into the system.
Connect source to preamplifier
Connect the audio output from the source component to the input
of the preamplifier.
Connect preamplifier to SX60m
Connect the audio output from the preamplifier to the unbalanced
(RCA) input at the rear of the SX60m. Refer to Chapter 4 for
Rear Panel information.
Connect loud speaker cable to SX60m
Connect your loudspeaker lead to the bindng posts at the rear of
the amplifier. Refer to Chapter 4 for Rear Panel information.
Note: Make sure the nominal impedance of the loudspeakers is
not lower than 4Ω.
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Switch on SX60m
Caution! Prior to connecting the AC mains, please check the voltage
label on the rear panel to ensure that your unit conforms to
the power supply in your area. Never attempt to connect
the unit to the incorrect voltage.
Insert the power cord supplied into the rear of the SX60m and
into the wall. Switch on the socket at the wall and turn on the
power of the SX60m by setting the power switch down.
Switch on preamplifier and source component
Turn on the preamplifier. Power up your source component and
start your favourite recording. Slowly increase the preamplifier
volume to achieve a comfortable listening level.
CONGRATULATIONS!
Now that you have achieved your first objective, sit back, relax
and please read the rest of the manual at your own pace in your
favourite armchair whilst sipping a hot cup of coffee. You’ll find
the whole experience much more pleasurable whilst listening to
music.
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3Front Panel Functions
Power LED
This blue LED indicates the power status of your SX60m Mono-
Aural Power Amplifier.
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