Power Modules belles Soloist 3 Manual

Power Modules
StereoPreamplifier
InstallManual

Introduction
Congratulations. You have purchased a preamplifier that is the culmination of 25 years of
audio research experience. David Belles has designed the Soloist 3 toperformat a level that
exceeds units costing many times its price.
The Soloist 3 has been designed to be a reliable part of your precision sound system,
assuming it is handled and installed properly. We have provided these operating instruc-
tions for you, which, if followed, will insure you years of listening enjoyment.
Care
The most important thing you can do for your preamplifier is clean it properly. There may be
occasions when dust or dirt my build up on your unit. Polishes, cleaners, solvent or any
ammonia based cleaners will damage the aluminum anodize finish of your unit. Use a
clean cloth and wipe the dirt from the unit. Use greater pressure to clean more persistent
dirt. With proper care, the appearance of the Soloist 3 will be preserved for years.
Purpose
The purpose of this instruction manual is to provide guidance to:
• unpack the unit
• install the unit
• operate the unit
• care and maintain the unit
Unpacking the Unit
When you receive your unit, carefully inspect the carton for any damage. Any obvious dents
or scuff marks should alert you to the possibility of damage to the contents. If any external
damage to the carton is found, note the location in relation to the orientation of the pream-
plifier as it is removed from the carton.
Open the top flaps of the carton and carefully remove the unit, lifting it straight out of the
carton. Inspect the unit for damage, paying particular attention to those areas that corre-
spond to any damaged areas on the outer carton.
If your unit was damaged (1) Contact your dealer if the unit was purchased locally. (2)
Contact your common carrier (eg- UPS) if your unit was shipped to you. Do not send the
unit back to the shipper until instructed to do so by the carrier. To do so may void any dam-
age claim you may have.
Do not discard your packing materials or cartons. Should it be necessary to return the unit,
it must arrive undamaged. Using the original packing materials will ensure your unit arrives
safely. Sending your unit back in improper packing could lead to the unit being damaged,
with no possibility of a successful claim against the carrier
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Rear Panel Inputs and Outputs
The Soloist 3 rear panel inputs and outputs include:
•AC Power Cord Input: used to connect the AC power cord.
•Main Output: unbalanced outputs used to connect the preamplifier output to your
power amplifier input.
•Various Inputs: used to connect your various source components. The Soloist 3
has inputs for CD, Tape, Video, Tuner, and (1) Auxiliary components. Use the Input
selection control on the Remote Control to listen to a particular source component.
Installing the Soloist 3
Perform the following steps to install the Soloist 3 Preamplifier:
1. Select a location for the preamplifier. Make sure the selected location is stable
enough to support the preamplifier.
2. Before you make any connections, make sure your power amplifier and source(s)
are turned off and unplugged.
3. Connect the preamplifier outputs to the inputs of your power amplifier.
4. Connect the outputs of your source(s) to the appropriate inputs of the preamplifier.
5. Plug in the power cords for your amplifier and source(s).
6. Plug in the power cord for the preamplifier.
7. Switch on the power for your amplifier and source(s). You may use the remote
control by pressing the power button on the remote control
You are now ready to operate the preamplifier.
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Operating the Unit
To operate the Soloist 3 preamplifier, a familiarity with the units controls and inputs and out-
puts is necessary. The following sections provide locations and descriptions of the Soloist 3
front panel controls, rear panel input/output jacks, and remote control button functions.
Front Panel Controls
The Soloist 3 front panel controls include:
•Input Indicator Lights: the Remote Control is used to select the appropriate
source input to listen to and record. The front panel light will indicate what source is
selected.
•Balance Control: used to control the sound balance between the left and right
channel.
•Volume Control: used to control the volume of the audio signal. This control can be
changed using the Remote Control unit.
Remote Control
The Soloist 3 remote control includes:
• (1) Power Button: used to enable and disable power to the remote control logic
circuitry. The preamplifier can be operated with the logic circuitry disabled.
• (2) Mute Button: used to mute the audio signal to the power amplifier.
• (3) Volume Up and Down Buttons: used to control the motorized volume pot of the
Soloist 3 preamplifier.
• (4) Input Button: used to step sequentially through the preamplifier inputs.
• (5) Mon Button: used to step sequentially through the preamplifier monitor func
tions. The functions are: Monitor On, Home Theater Bypass On, and Normal (other
functions are off).
See the figure below for the remote control button locations.
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(1)
(2)
(3) (4)
(5)

Home Theater Bypass
The Home Theater Bypass feature of the Soloist 3 Stereo Preamplifier allows the unit to
play direct 2-channel music or to be bypassed in a multi-channel home theater system.
The standard method to use this feature is to connect the Soloist 3 to the power amp and
music sources such as CD player, tuner, etc. The audio output of the home theater proces-
sor is then connected to the video inputs of the Soloist 3.
When the HT Bypass indicator (Front Panel of Soloist 3) is on, the video inputs are con-
nected directly to the unbalanced Main Outputs, bypassing the Soloist 3.
Specifications
The specifications for the Soloist 3 preamplifier are as follows:
Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .over 100 dB A weighted
Distortion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .THD and IM less than 0.001%
Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100-120 VAC or 200-240 AC @ 50/60Hz
Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(5 pair) unbalanced stereo inputs
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .plus (1 pair) monitor input
Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(1 pair) unbalanced stereo main output
Input Impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50,000 ohms
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Volume and Balance
Remote Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Power On/Off, Mute, Volume, Input selection,
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Monitor and Home Theateer Bypass
Frequency Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.2 to 100,000 Hz within 3dB
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12" W x 2" H x 8.5" D
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(304.8 mm W x 50.8 mm H x 216 mm D)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(excluding jacks, knobs, and feet)
Shipping Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 pounds (4.1 Kg)
Power Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 VAC 5 A Fuse (240 VAC available on
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .request)
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 years
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Limited Warranty
Power Modules Inc., herein referred to as the “manufacturer”, guarantees this product
to be free from defect in both material and workmanship, and agrees to remedy any such defect
or replace any defective component at no charge for a period of five years from the date of sale
to the first end user. This warranty is void if the product has been found to be subjected to mis-
use, abuse, lightning strike, unauthorized service, damaged in transit, or has been altered or
repaired in such a way so as to detract from its performance, reliability, or its safe operation.
Should such a defect be discovered and it falls within the terms of this guarantee, the
manufacturer will correct the defect in workmanship and/or replace any defective component with
a new one of similar capability and value. This warranty does not apply to the cabinet or
appearance items such as the faceplate, control knobs, or meter lenses, nor does it cover any
expenses incurred in shipping the unit to the appropriate service depot.
The foregoing is in lieu of any other warranties expressed, implied, or statutory and the
manufacturer neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume for it any other obligation or
liability in connection with the sale of this product. This warranty is not transferable except by writ-
ten authorization from the manufacturer.
In order to qualify under the terms of the above warranty, all items must be returned to the
appropriate factory service depot with all shipping charges prepaid. In lieu of having previously
registered the purchase of the unit by completing and returning the attached Purchase
Registration Card, the unit must be accompanied by proof of purchase (bill of sale) from an
authorized Power Modules dealer.
Power Modules Inc.
Please Note: Defective units must be returned to the selling dealer or to Power Modules at
their service depot within the country of sale.
The shipping address is: Power Modules Inc. 479 East St. Pittsford, N.Y. 14534
Phone Number: [phone]
Warning
TO PREVENT SHOCK OR HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS-
TURE. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR
FACEPLATE. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Model No. __________________________ Ser No._________________________________
Purchased From ___________________________________ On ___________________
(Name of Dealer) (Date)